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.

June 8, 2020

Today we are looking back at one our favorite couples! Alli & Jamie married 1 year ago today! I cannot believe how the time has flown. This was one of the easiest weddings to capture. Firstly, Alli and Jamie were just so excited to get married. Also, they surrounded themselves with people who were also […]

July 3, 2019

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groom gives bride a spin on a bridge over the canal in white river state park

As the sun was setting over Indianapolis, Alli and James walked out of the Omni Severin Hotel and down Georgia Street. They stopped along the street with two small vials, filled with golden glitter. They took a moment to hug and kiss before throwing the glitter into the air around them. The glitter caught the […]

January 23, 2019

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A Highlight of 2018 Weddings: Wedding day Details & Candids We had such a wonderful year with so many lovely couples. We saw some of the most beautiful details and moments. I think I can speak for our whole team that we feel so fortunate to have witnessed such special times in each of our […]

January 22, 2019

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Bride and groom walk while laughing on patio of the Mavris in downtown Indianapolis

Part 1- Wedding Portraits, First Look, & Send-off This year was filled with travel, unique outdoor settings, beautiful ceremonies, and a ton of people in love. We can honestly say that in 2018 we had some of the best couples! We’ve included some of our favorite portraits to celebrate a wonderful 2018 season. Thank you […]

November 20, 2017

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The sun had already fallen below the rooftops of the buildings downtown, so I wouldn’t necessarily call this a sunset shot. Instead we set up a flash and placed it at the right distance and angle behind the Bing and Spike to give the same feeling and glow as a sunset shot. I couldn’t be […]

May 17, 2017

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Under a bridge downtown, Colleen and Matt shaded themselves from the vernal sun. Though they were dressed for their wedding, they looked as though they might be out for a stroll in downtown Indy. They looked comfortable and at home with one another. They fit together, and they fit the city. Walking down the sidewalk, away […]