Photography & Videography Blog
A Sweet Outdoor E-Session in Elkhart, Indiana: The Engagement of Courtney & Tony
Kaitlyn Smale | August 25, 2026Sometimes the best love stories begin with the most unexpected moments. For Courtney and Tony, theirs started at the gym when Courtney was having trouble getting the water fountain to work. Tony came to the rescue, fixing it for her before making his next move: asking if she had a boyfriend.
Love on the Lake: The Waterfront Engagement Session of Alyssa & Connor
Kaitlyn Smale | August 18, 2026What began with a right swipe on Hinge quickly became a love story filled with faith, adventure and a shared vision for the future. For Alyssa and Connor, their first conversation turned into a first date where everything seemed to fall naturally into place.
A Picture-Perfect Engagement Session in Grand Rapids: The Surprise Proposal of Kenzie & Jack
Kaitlyn Smale | August 11, 2026Kenzie and Jack first crossed paths at Cornerstone University, where Jack played basketball and Kenzie played soccer. Although they shared plenty of mutual friends, they didn’t officially become friends until the end of their sophomore year.
Accessibility in the Wedding Industry: Local Michigan Wedding Photographers Create A Global Impact
Kaitlyn Smale | July 31, 2026The wedding industry is built around celebrating love, but for many individuals with disabilities, navigating a wedding—whether as a couple, guest or vendor—can present unnecessary barriers.
From a Birthday Party to "I Do": The Indianapolis Engagement of Emily and Patrick
Kaitlyn Smale | July 21, 2026Emily and Patrick's love story started at a mutual friend's birthday celebration, where the two first met. What began as a casual introduction soon grew into something more! While many proposals are meticulously planned with glamorous outfits and scenic backdrops, Patrick chose a moment that perfectly reflected their relationship—completely genuine and wonderfully unexpected. The couple was staying at Patrick's sister's home in Texas before leaving for a family cruise to Galveston. Emily was enjoying breakfast in her pajamas, with no idea that one of the biggest moments of her life was about to happen. "Oh my goodness—in a way that was very us," Emily laughs. "It was first thing in the morning and I was still in my PJ's eating breakfast, hair and teeth unbrushed, and I was telling him about how I'd had a dream that he'd broken up with me. He then said, 'I actually had something to ask you' and got down on one knee. I mostly blacked out after that but remember spitting out the bite of breakfast sandwich I'd had in my mouth."
A Grand Rapids E-Session Full of Gatsby Glamour: The Engagement of Hailie & Austin
Kaitlyn Smale | July 14, 2026Hailie 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, 2026Some 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, 2026Some 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, 2026Every 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, 2026Inspired 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.