Wedding Advice & Photography

Two things we are confident in: Wedding Planning & photography. Van Elk & Co is made up of a team of photographers who love to create portraits of love & happiness and share advice for wedding couples.

This isn't your typical photography blog. We share useful info for couples who are getting married and those who are heading that direction. Let us show you pretty things while you fill your head with all things wedding planning.

January 25, 2019

FILED IN: Portraits

As the 2019 season approaches, I think back in 2018 where we saw our business grow but how many of our couples families grew. Family photography is easily forgotten. We even forgot to schedule something for 2018, and we do this full time. Hopefully, this will be a reminder to be sure to capture life […]

August 23, 2017

FILED IN: Portraits

blonde woman in white dress standing in the doorway of a train looks lovingly at man in suit during their crowne plaza union station family photos

When it comes to unique locations for a family photo session, Union Station does not typically come to mind. Which, I think is why it works out so well! The Rebholz asked if I could do an anniversary shoot and family photo session with them! I was so excited to do this, because it is […]

October 20, 2016

FILED IN: Portraits

mom, dad, daughters, and grandparents hold hands and walk across grass Muncie Family Photography

The sunlight shined down through the trees at the Minnetrista! The light caught the glass of my camera lens, and left a beautiful orange flare on the photos. The Driscoll family, three generations of them, held hands and walked along a path together. They were smiling and laughing the whole time! I had so much […]

November 24, 2015

FILED IN: Portraits

mom, dad, and son stand amidst crisp autumn leaves holding hands at sunset for their Fishers Family Photos

The sunlight broke through a gap in the trees, illuminating the crisp autumn leaves strewn about the yard. Brooke and Rob stood with their son Bennett amidst the leaves, smiling and holding hands. This shoot was so much fun! I met Brooke and Rob at their house around sunset for this short family session. The […]