Venues Blog

The Wedding Story of Mallorie and Will Petro

Carri Fras |  December 4, 2018

Like a scene from a Nicholas Sparks love story, Mallorie and Will met Freshman year of high school at a football game. “He stole my blanket because it was cold,” she says. The two were actually engaged exactly where they had gone after their senior prom, the Chesterton Dunes.


The Wedding Story of Jordan Newton Doggette and Bobby Perry Doggette

Carri Fras |  December 3, 2018

When Jordan and Bobby met, Jordan was living in Soho, in lower Manhattan, and Bobby was living across the Hudson River in Jersey City.

The Wedding Story of Kaitlynne and Matthew Polcher

Carri Fras |  December 1, 2018

Matthew and Kaitlynne met through a mutual friend when they were sophomores in high school, but their relationship certainly blossomed. Becoming best friends naturally led to dating by their senior year.

Meet the Venue: Gabis Arboretum & Gardens

Savannah Hope |  November 30, 2018

Your wedding venue sets the entire mood for your wedding. Many brides are now searching for venues that offer organic, yet chic elements. That is why Gabis Arboretum & Gardens has become a favorite of young brides. The 300-acre preserve offers a gorgeous atmosphere for weddings that surrounds you with nature. With three locations to choose from on the preserve—Gabis Arboretum & Gardens is the ideal venue choice for modern brides. 

The Wedding Story of Erica and Justin Lemson

Carri Fras |  November 28, 2018

After being together eight years, it was hard for Justin to slip anything past Erica. It was while spending time on Justin’s grandma’s property, however, that Erica got the surprise of her life.  She says, “When I opened my eyes, I saw a slice of wood with ‘Marry me?’ laser cut into it.

Romance on the Riviera

Carri Fras |  November 27, 2018

When you think of the French Riviera, you certainly envision romance.

The Wedding Story of Andrew and Christopher Hillak

Carri Fras |  November 21, 2018

Like many couples today, Andrew and Christopher met on a dating website and spent a significant amount of time chatting online before going on their first date. Christopher says, “Over the next several months, we continued to do life together and take steps in our relationship.

An Elegant & Chic Michigan Barn Style Shoot

Carri Fras |  November 19, 2018

Set among a gorgeous Midwest barn, Gable Hill, and its surrounding grounds, this shoot offers quite a bit of lovely for the taking. Not only is it elegant, but oh-so-chic.

A Farmhouse-Chic Style Shoot at Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn

Carri Fras |  November 15, 2018

If you love the look of elegance and rustic all rolled into one, you've come to the right place! This shoot has us picking up on all the fresh feels. And the dreamer behind this farmhouse-chic wedding in shades of lavender, burgundy and green? Taylor of K. Marie Studios.

The Wedding Story of Lindsey and Andy Hehman

Carri Fras |  November 14, 2018

In today’s dating world, online dating forums are becoming more and more popular and definitely worked for this happy couple. Lindsey says, “We met on Tinder! I was hanging out the summer before my senior year at Indiana University, and Andy was living and working in Indianapolis.