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.

February 18, 2019

FILED IN: Engagements

couple stands on the banks of the river laughing and holding hands during their downtown Louisville engagement session

The setting sun reflected off the surface of the Ohio River, softening the harsh shadows it cast. On the banks of the river, Haley and Andrew walked, holding hands and laughing. Their engagement shoot was filled with so many joyous moments just like this one. I’m so glad I was able to capture their downtown […]

January 29, 2019

man and woman kissing inside industrial building with neo-modern furniture during Louisville engagement session

Before we get to this Louisville engagement session, let me tell a quick story. One thing I’ve always told myself is that, if I was able to make a career in photography, I would always be willing to help anyone trying to get started. When I first started out, I had more people turn me […]

December 1, 2016

FILED IN: Weddings

The midday sun was shining through the leaves of the tree, leaving a speckled pattern of light and shadow on the sidewalk in the park. It was one of the last warm days of autumn, and the leaves on the trees were a dark shade of green as they began preparations to change color before […]