Alarie & Pete - Valparaiso, Indiana - Wedding

When Alarie & I talked on the phone before they booked with me, I felt like I was talking to a long lost friend from high school. The conversation flowed so easily I knew right then if I didnt book their wedding I would cry and this would be the one that got away.
Their day did not disappoint. They kept things small, intimate and made sure it was a day they could look back on and be happy with. Just their family and close friends. The people who matter most. <3
It was one for the books. I loved everything about their day.
Thank you Alarie & Peter for including me in your day. It meant so much.

Johnson Family - Beach Session

I have never had a beach session where I delivered over 400 images…that was until this galley. I have followed this family before they had their little guy here, so to do this session was an absolute blast.
1000% one of my favorite sessions. Just look at those smiles.

Alli & Jeff - Illinois - Wedding

Alli & Jeff got to celebrate FINALLY with all their friends and family in May. I know they had one hack of a time trying to make sure they could have everyone they wanted there. Between venue changes, and everything else, they settled on a backyard reception. It was AMAZING. At one point, Jeff’s dad even said he wanted the party to be so loud and crazy that the cops got called. 27E sure did try and bring the house down.
It was just a fun day, filled with their friends and families love. It was truly evident in all aspects of their day.

Ostrander Family - Maternity

Oh these three, that were soon to be four. We had a very very chilly windy day back in April for this session. Barrett was not having the wind at the beach. Nothing that Sarah or David did helped. We just did a few mom and dad poses and decided to go search for a warmer location. We couldn’t push the session back because Sarah was due any day. The beach colors that day were insanely gorgeous.

Kaylin & Kevin - LaPorte, Indiana - Wedding

This March wedding - yes im still blogging sessions/weddings from March - we are busy over here.
Anywho - These two had such a beautiful day! For March it was still pretty warm AND they got a sunset!

Kevin is a natural at posing now. After an engagement session and soon to be some maternity photos!
But that will be a different blog post for a different day.

Their detail shots were some of my most favorites far this season.
The day was just so amazing. <3

Sarah - Lifestyle Newborn

The start of 2021 was the yer of lifestyle newborns. It felt safer to photograph them and it was just a breath of fresh air. 2021 is already so much better than 2020.
It was great getting to meet this sweet little babe, Sarah. She slept throughout the whole entire session.
These are some of my favorite images. Big sister over here was just loving on her newest little sister and her pup. It was so sweet.

Madalyn & Brandon - Aberdeen - Valparaiso, Indiana Wedding

One of my favorite weddings from Fall 2020! The COLORS that day…. oh my gooooodness! I also always have fun at Aberdeen, and the Inn! It's so beautiful and the picture opportunities are AMAZING.
These two were so excited to get married, especially after everything they went through with covid.

Its no secret I went ham crazy on the details! Mad and her sweet mom put so much time, money and effort into this day and it was so amazing to watch her eyes light up when she walked into the reception space.
It was so adorable. <3

Courtney & Zach - Lansing, Illinois - Wedding

Okay when you look at all of these pictures, there are a few more black and whites than I normally add into blogs but their day was so emotional and so beautiful it just worked.

We took their engagement photos on one of the coldest days, and their wedding day was pretty chilly too!
It was a beautiful, windy Saturday.
I also went overboard on the detail photos… but thats a common occurrence. Which is something to look forward to when I shoot your wedding right? wink, wink, nudge nudge

This was just a perfect day, and I love this sweet couple.

Brittany & Brandon - Centennial Park - Munster, Indiana

I instantly connected with Brittany & Brandon last year when we met for a wedding consult. We bonded over our love of traveling. I am so happy they didn’t cancel their wedding, but simply pushed it up a few months. I already miss the calls and emails that Brittany & I would exchange.
It rained their whole entire wedding day. And it was freezing. It put a small damper on the day, but these two were troopers and bossed it up for their wedding portraits.

Nicole & Eric - Chesterton, Indiana

Nicole & Eric wanted a small backyard wedding before covid was even thing! They just had their family and closest friends to spend their special day together. Their backyard, and their house are just beautiful!
I know they put so much work into their big day.

It was just a beautiful September day. <3

Polivka Family

I loveeeee these guys. Its been amazing to see them almost every year for the last couple of years!
Their sweet family just keeps growing! This takes me back to amazing weather and beautiful fall sunsets.
I miss it… as its 25 degrees and there is snow on the ground.
Yes. im THAT behind in blogging
Looking forward to seeing these guys again soon. They are all fun, games, and laughs.

Margaret & Rory

When your oldest, and longest best friend asks you for a special session.. you dont say no..
I was GAME for this when it was brought up. Its such a special bond between mother and child. I am so excited I was able to capture these memories. Rory is just the sweetest little boy and its been just amazing to capture all of this milestones

Claire - Lifestyle Newborn

I was so happy I was able to see Lizzy & Jeff for this special moment this summer. They are just over the moon excited with their little one. Claire didn’t like me disturbing her sleep, but it worked out because we got the sweeeeetest crying faces out of that one. I am just so thankful my sweet couples keep me around to capture these memories for them. From their wedding to their maternity pictures, and now newborn photos…. Just so crazy.

Ashley & Paul - Demotte, Indiana - Fair Oakes Farms

Ever since Ashley & Pauls engagement session I was DYING to see these two again. Another wedding, that covid almost ruined. Thankfully Ashley & Paul have some amazing family and friends who stepped up to help them have the wedding of their dreams still. It was SUCH a beautiful day. It was the best.
AND when Ashley’s dad gave her away at the end of the aisle there was not a dry eye sitting there… Her dad grabbed her by the arm and didn’t want to let go. I blubbered like a baby. So. Sweet.

Alexis & John - Chesterton, Indiana - Running Vines Winery

I was so excited to meet Alexis & John. We had many conversations over the phone and just clicked instantly. Knowing wedding planning had been a very interesting time for them, I was so grateful they booked with me. I loved getting to know them and their sweet daughter. <3
I have said it time and time again but the best thing to come out of 2020 and covid was small elopements. Its something that I really and truly hope we can hold onto.

Lindsey & Josh - Valparaiso Indiana - Aberdeen Ballroom

Lindsey & Josh had to push back their May wedding, but it didnt stop them from getting married!
Their ceremony was still filled with tears, love and all their friends and family! <3
I cried right along with Josh watching Lindsey walk down the aisle.

I am so happy I was able to capture these memories for them! Aberdeen garden ceremonies are my fave! <3

Sam & Donnie - DeMotte Indiana - The Pavilion at Sandy Pines

Sam & Donnie had their engagement session just a few short weeks before their wedding and it was easily one of my favorites! It seemed like we got SUPER lucky at their wedding too with the sun!
And my favorite buddy Cole was able to take us to a few places around Sandy Pines I had never been to so it was even more extra special!
Oh these two. They had the best day and I am so happy that fate had other plans for them. I know it wasn't easy planning three weddings. Yes. Three. Weddings. But due to covid they had to make other plans. Third times a charm and now they are living in marital bliss! <3
Cant wait to see these two again soon! Hopefully!

Stephanie & Michael - Michigan - Backyard Wedding

I met Stephanie & Michael about 3 weeks before their big day and I just KNEW their wedding day was going to be something amazing. When we got there I was BLOWN away by everything these two did for their wedding day. They built a greenhouse. They built ALL the tables too. I went a little insane with the detail photos. as per usual.

Roland - Lifestyle Newborn

OH goodness. Look at this sweet little man!
I know covid ruined fresh 48’s but lifestyle newborn sessions are still a thing thankfully! <3 <3

Ill stop yapping. Heres those sweet pictures!