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.

April 25, 2022

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Your wedding day is likely a day that you have been looking forward to since you were young. This special occasion is full of moments that you and your partner will cherish for a lifetime. From picking out the most romantic wedding photographer to creating a guest list filled with all of your loved ones. […]

October 22, 2021

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Article by Jason Smith Getting married is indeed an extremely emotional event in a woman’s life. A bride undergoes a whirlwind of emotions on her D-day. She is finally getting hitched to her soulmate. The few moments in which she walks down the aisle bring in numerous memories of her childhood. With each progressing step, […]

October 30, 2017

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Steve and I have been thinking a lot recently about our business. We have been spending a lot of time talking with other wedding photographers about their businesses too. One thing we have discovered that seems to be a pretty consistent pain point with most photographers is editing. To help ease that pain, we are […]

March 6, 2014

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If the bride and groom haven’t requested an unplugged ceremony and you are wanting to take pictures, here are some things to consider. Show up early. This will give you an opportunity to be a little more choosy about where you sit. For the ceremony, consider sitting at the end of the rows, opposite of […]