Planning & Parties Blog

A Victorian-Inspired Style Shoot at The Brightside in Dayton, Ohio

Savannah Hope |  May 14, 2019

When Lori J. Osborne, owner and planner of TLC Events & Weddings met Carli Dixon, owner of The Brightside Music & Event Venue, she was impressed by the venue’s industrial vibes and interior features.

Elegance Meets History in this Cincinnati Style Shoot

Savannah Hope |  May 9, 2019

Brittney Johnson of Detailed Days Event Design and The Phoenix, a historic venue, in Cincinnati, teamed up together to create an elegant and lush style shoot within the venue’s impressive space.

The Wedding of Teresha and Alex: A Timeless Wedding in Indianapolis

Savannah Hope |  May 8, 2019

Teresha and Alex met in law school. It was not until a year after they met that Alex asked Teresha out, and she did not say “yes” until he asked more than once. They were truly playing a game of hard to get.

Spring in Bloom Style Shoot

Savannah Hope |  May 7, 2019

Mary Barkocy of Turning Points Events and her friend were grabbing a quick coffee when they dreamed up the idea for the styled shoot. Mary says, “We both have a love for European, old world style and shared the desire to create a shoot based on that with a modern twist.

A Dreamy Indiana Farm Wedding: The Wedding of Elizabeth and Nick Martin

Savannah Hope |  May 1, 2019

Elizabeth and Nick met as freshmen in college and soon began their romantic journey. Nick would pop the question years later when Elizabeth came to see him for a visit. She says, “I was visiting him in his hometown. We decided to go grab Portillo's for lunch.

A Modern Wedding at The Cabaret in Indianapolis: The Wedding of David Brock and Tony Mascari

Savannah Hope |  May 1, 2019

David and Tony met on MySpace (yes, MySpace–not everything happens on the ‘gram) and it all started with one little message. Luckily, the two instantly felt connected and the rest is history as they say. It was on a trip to New York City with their mothers when Tony proposed.

An Organic-Styled Shoot in Ohio

Savannah Hope |  April 30, 2019

Jacinta Young, owner of Got It Photography of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, had a vision for a styled shoot that mixed two unique colors together for a new, unexpected feel. Jacinta says, “My vision for this shoot was to create something I wasn’t seeing on Pinterest.

Modern in the Midwest: How LEX 530 is Bringing a New Style to Elkhart, Indiana

Savannah Hope |  April 25, 2019

LEX 530, a new venue in downtown Elkhart, has raised the bar for modern venues. This styled shoot exemplifies the versatility of their space along with its unmistakably bold features.

A Chicago Brewery Wedding: The Wedding of Kathia and Todd Shearer

Savannah Hope |  April 24, 2019

Okay, okay. We can all admit that Tinder isn't exactly known for starting long-term relationships, but for Todd and Kathia, Tinder was the beginning of it all. The Chicago couple met on the app and had three canceled dates before they finally went out.

A Dreamy Outdoor Michigan Wedding: The Wedding of Emily and Brett Walters

Savannah Hope |  April 24, 2019

Emily and Brett met while working at the same hospital. Emily says, “I wouldn’t say love at first sight, but I was intrigued at first sight.” That intrigue eventually led to a romantic proposal. Emily and Brett began planning a wedding that was simple and would reflect them as a couple.