Venues Blog

A Timeless Indianapolis Wedding: The Real Wedding of Tara and Taylor Sullivan

Chrysa Keenon |  October 16, 2019

College finals were a blessing in disguise for this couple. Tara and Taylor met in a mutual friend's dorm room during their college's finals week. They might have been stressed, but got blessed with a great relationship!

A Handcrafted Michigan Wedding: The Real Wedding of Maddy and Leon Thelen

Chrysa Keenon |  October 16, 2019

We love a heartfelt engagement story–but it's even better when it's handcrafted, too! Maddy and Leon met at Michigan State University, and when it came time for a proposal, Leon handcrafted wooden Marquee letters with what would be Maddy’s future initials, ‘MKT’!

Elegant Style Meets Countryside Charm at this Northern Indiana Venue: An Exclusive WeddingDay Style Shoot at The Hall at Oakland Park in Nappanee, Indiana

Savannah Hope |  October 15, 2019

Many people romanticize Midwestern, countryside landscapes with their vast scenes of open prairies and charming farmlands. That is why country venues like barns have become so popular with couples looking to tie the knot.

The Best Barn Venues in the Midwest: The 2019 Guide for Indiana Wedding Barns

Savannah Hope |  October 14, 2019

Even if you aren’t from the Midwest, you are probably aware of the magic and allure of Midwestern barn venues. From eighteenth-century homesteads to modern builds, barn venues have won the hearts of many couples as the location to celebrate their big day.

Celebrate Love with this Colorful Michigan Pride Style Shoot

Chrysa Keenon |  October 11, 2019

We love celebrating love, and this Pride-themed style shoot shows us how effortlessly! Back during Pride Month, Mechelle of Ahoyhello Photography noticed that there was little representation of the LGBTQ+ community in style shoots, which sparked an idea to create a shoot that was all-inclusive.

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Kaitlyn Smale |  October 11, 2019

It's beginning to feel a lot like fall! We're having the best time embracing the cooler weather and changing colors, and we LOVE that our feeds are filled with those wonderful elements, too.

Bright, Bold and Bohemian: A Citrus-Infused Cover Shoot at The Loft on Isanogel

Erica Kanney |  October 10, 2019

The Loft on Isanogel, one of the oldest barns in east central Indiana, is known for its rustic appeal, but the surrounding grounds offered the inspiration for this colorful cover shoot. Event Designer Danielle Lea of Events by D. Nicole knew she wanted to create a bright and bold style using Living Coral, the Pantone Color of the Year, and the bold hues and textures of citrus fruits. “We wanted to incorporate lots of lively color, especially Living Coral. Pulling in real fruit helped us capture the exact look we were going for.” Lea and her team mixed fruits and florals with touches of copper and cacti to create this unforgettable shoot captured by Alison Mae Photography and Emelie Russell Wedding Films.

Country Glam at the County Fair: The Real Michigan Wedding of Liza and Brent Haney

Chrysa Keenon |  October 8, 2019

Liza and Brent played together on their co-ed softball team--so getting engaged was a home run! Liza says, “Brent proposed at our favorite cider mill, Uncle Johns. We went there on our first date and made it a tradition to go back every year.

Fairytales Come True at The Orchid Events & Catering: A WeddingDay Exclusive Style Shoot in New Haven, Indiana

Kaitlyn Smale |  October 8, 2019

Located just outside of Fort Wayne in New Haven, Indiana, The Orchid Events and Catering is an intimate and whimsical event space that captures the spirit of Midwestern style and hospitality.

An Indiana Historical Highlight: Meet the Fountain Square Ballroom

Chrysa Keenon |  October 4, 2019

History, culture, and character--all are provided by the venues at Fountain Square! This timeless venue is a beautiful escape located in the middle of downtown Bloomington, Indiana. The historical venue boasts hand-painted ceilings and providing three spacious options: the Ballroom, the Fountain and the Atriums!