Shades State Park Engagement

It was a cool and quiet morning for Britney & Dylan’s Shades State Park engagement session. We made our way down the wooden steps to reach the bottom of the canyons, and were greeted with the quiet trickle of the creek and lush greenery full of birdsong. These two were full of laughter and love […]

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Despite the stereotype of only having cornfields, the Midwest is home to some seriously beautiful geography, and you don’t have to travel far to experience breathtakingly beautiful nature for your elopement. This is the 7 best places to elope in the Midwest, from roaring waterfalls and towering sand dunes to rocky canyons and lush forests! […]

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A groom shares his vows with his bride and son at their autumn elopement in Turkey Run State Park, Indiana

Autumn Turkey Run Elopement

The sun was shining and the air was a warm surprise as Sirenna + Victor made their way down to Sugar Creek for their fall Turkey Run Elopement.

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A love story nine years in the making, Skylar and Gabe met back in sixth grade, and were best friends ever since. A beautiful road led to this long awaited day at Chapel Road Retreat, and dry eyes were nowhere in sight.

Chapel Road Retreat Intimate Wedding // Indiana Wedding Photographer

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Purdue Fort Wayne Graduation Photos // Fort Wayne Photographer

PFW Graduation Photos // Fort Wayne Photographer

It was a surprisingly warm evening, when I met Maddie for her PFW graduation photos. Spring was in full bloom, and we adventured around campus taking photos, laughing, and popping champagne. We ended the evening on the PFW parking garage rooftop, dancing in the orange sunset. I don’t know about you, but Maddie’s feeling 22 […]

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Lakeside Park Engagement // Fort Wayne Wedding Photographer

As the Indiana sun softly set, Skylar + Gabe met with me at Lakeside Park & Rose Gardens for their sweet engagement session. The flowers and roses were in full bloom, and the air held the sweet floral scent as we laughed and joked around together. We chatted about their sweet story, and how they […]

Lakeside Park Engagement // Fort Wayne Wedding Photographer

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How to Include Family and Friends in your Elopement

Eloping doesn’t mean you can’t still include your loved ones. This is all the ways you can include your family and friends in your elopement.

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Ope! 7 Best Places to Elope in the Midwest - Huron-Manistee Forest, Michigan Elopement

We’ve compiled all the factors to consider when deciding if you should elope, and what that could look like for you!

Deciding If You Should Elope

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This Epic LGBTQ Lake Michigan Elopement has all the moody vibes

Where to Elope in Michigan

Michigan is such a diverse state to elope in, and has countless gorgeous locations that will take your breath away. If you’re wanting to elope in Michigan, but aren’t sure where, these are some of our top recommended locations that will give you an incredible experience and scenery!

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Ope! 7 Best Places to Elope in the Midwest - The Upper Peninsula, Michigan Elopement

Michigan is a crown jewel of the Midwest, and offers so many beautiful places to elope! If you’re interested in eloping in Michigan, but aren’t sure where to start, this blog is the perfect guide for you on how to elope in Michigan start to finish.

How to Elope in Michigan

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