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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 22, 2018

Revealing: Why I Absolutely Love A Good First Look

FILED IN: Behind the Scenes, Weddings

the silhouette of a bride and groom in front of large windows at the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown indianapolis with a large chandelier hanging in the foreground

First Look Having a First Look is a new tradition that is emerging for couples on their wedding day. It is the moment the wedding couple sees each other for the first time on their special day… but this isn’t during the ceremony. Does it make you nervous? Well, some couples aren’t familiar with the […]

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