Venues Blog

A Retro Celebration in Indianapolis: The Real Wedding of Amber Janzen and Nathaniel Simmons

Allyson Hutchison |  September 13, 2023

After both choosing to attend graduate school at Ball State University, Amber and Nathaniel met while studying urban planning. During a study abroad trip to Thailand and Nepal, they started dating.

Be Transported to a Romantic European Celebration with this Bloomington, Indiana Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  September 11, 2023

When Laural Mill came under new ownership, this creative team led by Gypsy Rose Events and Anna Clark Photography knew exactly how to style it to perfectly show off all the venue has to of

8 Best Wedding Venues in the U.S. and What Makes Them Magic

WeddingDay |  September 7, 2023

Choosing the best venue for your wedding is a big, big decision. Many factors come into play before signing any paperwork, so it’s important to give serious thought to your options.

Rainbow Romance in Southwest Michigan: The Real Wedding of Sara and John Earl

Allyson Hutchison |  September 6, 2023

Inspired by their aptitude for trusting the universe and being their authentic selves, Sara and John planned a wedding that brought them joy and focused on what was important to them over tradition.

Sunset in the Garden: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Grand Rapids Digital Cover Shoot

Kaitlyn Smale |  September 5, 2023

Emmaleigh White Wedding & Event Planning envisioned a summer garden sunset theme for our Grand Rapids spring/summer 2023 digital issue cover shoot. Drawing inspiration from the romantic beauty of nature's golden hour, this shoot takes you to a dreamy garden setting filled with warmth and elegance. Soft pinks, oranges and yellows are artfully woven throughout the shoot, reflecting the captivating hues of a summer sunset. We love the way Like the Planet Photography captured every detail, showcasing the magic of love in bloom along with the shoot's ethereal charm and delicate palette!

Tropical Bliss in Chicago: The Real Wedding of Christina & Kolton White

Allyson Hutchison |  September 1, 2023

Unlike most brides, Christina got the opportunity to see both of her dream wedding themes come to life. “We were a COVID couple, as our originally planned wedding date was July 18, 2020,” Christina explains. After doing an intimate D.I.Y.

Garden Romance: A Regal Style Shoot in Carmel, Indiana

Allyson Hutchison |  August 31, 2023

When the idea for this shoot was first born, the vision was to create a garden wedding scene that was romantic with a classic feel. The main focus of the creative team was to bring in plenty of different textures to fill the space.

Musical Boho in South Bend: The Real Wedding of Santana Bozman & Ryan Richter

Allyson Hutchison |  August 30, 2023

Because they wanted to invite a large number of friends and family to their outdoor wedding, Santana and Ryan wanted a venue where guests could stay the night and not have to travel between their ceremony and reception.

Modern Neutral Whimsy: An Industrial Southwest Michigan Style Shoot

Allyson Hutchison |  August 29, 2023

When this team of professionals came together, they decided they wanted to create a shoot that was modern and whimsical that featured designs that hadn’t been overdone in the wedding industry.

Whimsical Garden Romance in Saginaw, Michigan: The Real Wedding of Taylor & Zachary Fila

Allyson Hutchison |  August 28, 2023

After stepping foot on the grounds of their venue, Taylor was immediately inspired to plan a specific wedding for her and Zachary. “I always had an idea in my mind for a Midsummer Night’s Dream wedding, which I could feel at the grounds of the wedding venue,” Taylor shares.