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Some wedding days just feel meant to be. When Natalie and Steve discovered Meyers Castle in Dyer, Indiana, it felt like the dream setting they didn’t know they were looking for. They had originally envisioned something with an Italian wedding feel—sunlit, romantic, and timeless—but the moment they stepped onto the castle grounds, they knew it […]

John and Lucie’s story started in a place neither of them expected: the mail room of Lucie’s apartment building. Chicago offers so many incredible locations for engagement photos, but the Art Institute of Chicago always feels especially timeless. Exploring the museum with John and Lucie made the afternoon feel relaxed, fun, and full of moments […]

Indianapolis is a special city for Tim + Nicha. After both graduating with a PhD in piano, it’s where they decided to start a life together. Little did they know they’d be working at the same place! We started at Monument Circle, just outside of the Hilbert Circle Theater, where both of them work for […]

Kyah and Michael’s wedding day at The Spohn in South Bend felt like stepping into a real-life fairytale. With vintage details, thoughtful touches, and a dress Kyah lovingly made herself, the entire day carried a timeless and deeply personal feel. Their story began with a simple coffee date. What stood out to Kyah right away […]

Brett + Alyssa came locked and loaded for their engagement session! This adventure started just as the sun rose on Thanksgiving morning; it was the only time that worked with their travels, move, and military life in general. These two have been through some things in life, but have found life is always better together. […]

Abbie and Brian’s love for adventure and the outdoors inspired us to photograph their engagement in a beautiful, natural setting. We organized a scenic dune hike where they had sweet moments, laughter, and a romantic picnic. We also included their love for learning new card games, creating special memories as they enjoyed each other’s company […]

When Elena + Jordan were first scheduling their engagement session (+roadtrip to come see us), I realized it was right around the time the lupines would cover the dunes. We all held our breaths hoping it would return. A few days prior, we enjoyed a walk there for Mother’s Day and were elated to let […]

Friendship Botanic Gardens Wedding | Michigan City, Indiana Abbie + Brian serendipitously met while both visiting their families in the Chicago suburbs. They connected over a love for the outdoors and traveling. Abbie is a teacher and displayed drawings of their wedding from her students; she said in her vows that Brian knows all her […]

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | Columbus, OH The anticipation kicked in as preparations began at, Hotel Leveque, a boutique hotel in Columbus, OH. The atmosphere was calm but expectant. It is one of our favorite parts of the day. As the bride and groom get ready with close family and friends, it all […]

When Kari + Johnny first started dating they had a little photo shoot on this farm. Neither of them had been back since that moment so it was a special day being there again years later wandering around the farm & trails and petting the animals. You can truly feel their connection without words which […]