Photography & Videography Blog

A Grand Rapids E-Session Full of Gatsby Glamour: The Engagement of Hailie & Austin

Kaitlyn Smale |  July 14, 2026

Hailie and Austin's love story began at a college party at Western Michigan University. Hailie was attending WMU at the time, while Austin was visiting a friend.

From College Classmates to Forever: The Indianapolis Engagement of Lauren & Cade

Kaitlyn Smale |  July 7, 2026

Some love stories begin with a grand gesture, while others start with something much simpler—like being assigned to the same group project.

Romance in Chicago: The Engagement Session of Carolyn & Elliot

Kaitlyn Smale |  June 23, 2026

Some love stories seem destined from the very beginning, and for Carolyn and Elliot, fate had a funny way of bringing them together.

Capturing Colorful, Authentic Love Stories with Southern Indiana Photographer Neeley Photography

Kaitlyn Smale |  June 5, 2026

Every couple wants wedding photos that feel like them—not stiff, overly posed images that blend in with every other gallery. That's exactly what couples can expect when working with Neeley Photography.

Golden Sage Romance: An Opulent Chicago Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  May 26, 2026

Inspired to combine the feel of a classic, romantic wedding with the modern luxe style, Cherita of Chic and Classy Events created a golden and sage wedding scene that combined the two.

Telling Love Stories That Last for Generations with Indianapolis Photographer Elisha Kaldahl Photography

Kaitlyn Smale |  May 22, 2026

Wedding photos are more than just beautiful images from one unforgettable day—they become family heirlooms, preserving the beginning of a new chapter for generations to come.

Twice the Surprise: Joel & Riley’s Indianapolis Engagement Session

Kaitlyn Smale |  April 20, 2026

Some love stories are carefully planned—others unfold in ways you could never quite imagine. For Joel and Riley, their story is a little bit of both, filled with meaningful moments, unexpected twists and a connection that feels truly meant to be!

From High School Sweethearts to Forever: The Engagement Session of Brianna and Kyle in Cleveland, Ohio

Kaitlyn Smale |  April 13, 2026

Some love stories begin with a grand gesture—but for Brianna and Kyle, it all started in the most familiar place: high school. “Kyle and I met in high school!” Brianna shares.

Stationery & Art

Capturing Moments That Last: Meet Michigan Photographer Cassie Nicole Photography & Design

Kaitlyn Smale |  April 10, 2026

Life’s most meaningful moments often pass in the blink of an eye—but for Cassie Nicole Photography & Design, those fleeting seconds are exactly what deserve to be preserved forever.

Romance by the Lake: The Engagement Session of Anna & Scott

Kaitlyn Smale |  April 7, 2026

Sometimes, the best love stories begin with a plan that doesn’t quite go as expected—and for Anna, that couldn’t be more true. “Scott and I met on Hinge in January of 2022,” she shares.