Fall Wedding at Center For Visual and Performing Arts

October 29, 2019 Steve Vansak

Night photo of the bride and groom in the rain under an umbrella.

“Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather.”

— John Ruskin

“It’s going to be 100% chance of rain today” said our bride Mary when I arrived for getting ready pictures. She was matter of fact about it but I could tell she was not happy about that. But, she also knew she was surrounded by the important things - friends, family and the love of her life - Ben. As far as pictures, we had to all run a bit faster and think on our feet but I was also excited to give these newlyweds a peak at the back of my camera with a shot like above.

Mary did her mom’s make up as well as her own while I captured the camaraderie and the details. Under The Veil handled hair. I met the groom for some detail shots over at Munster Center For The Visual and performing Arts in Munster, Indiana just before the first look on the spiraling staircase. This reveal was as grand as those wonderful stairs.

Bridal details for a wedding at Center For Visual and Performing Arts.

Bride and groom just before their big reveal.

First look of the bride and groom on the staircase at Center For Visual and Performing Arts.

We utilized the wonderful lobby at the center and then braved our way out into the rain for some images. The groomsmen gave up their jackets and then feigned freezing and we had some fun as clouds opened up even more.

Wedding portraits at Center For Visual and Performing Arts in Munster, Indiana.

Leaves turn red in the background as the bride and groom embrace.

Wedding party group shots out in the rain during a Fall wedding.

Wedding photos in the rain can have a very romantic look about them, especially in black and white.

Bride and groom surrounded by water droplets in a romantic black and white photo.

After pictures of the wedding party we headed inside for family pictures and then made our way to Crossroads Community Church in Schererville, Indiana for the ceremony. Then it was back to the Center for Visual and Performing Arts for the celebration.

Bride and groom portraits on a rainy Fall wedding day.

Wedding ceremony at Crossroads Community Church.

The best man performs during a wedding ceremony at Crossroads Community Church.

The Center For Visual and Performing Arts is a very elegant wedding venue and the bottle of champagne awaiting the bride and groom certainly reflected that. I believe the couple likes to cook and the recipe guest book had folks choosing their favorite dish. The dance floor was live for sure.

Dance floor fun at a Fall wedding reception at Center For Visual and Performing Arts.

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August Wedding At Sand Creek Country Club and St. Michael's Parish

September 2, 2019 Steve Vansak

Newlyweds snuggle at the base of a weeping willow tree at Sand Creek Country Club.

I would describe Brie and Ryan’s wedding day as picturesque, complete with a small town trolley as transportation. The day started at the bride’s parent’s house where hair and make up crew Brook’s Beauties and Make Up by Riem had transformed the kitchen into a salon. The beautiful dress came courtesy of Paris House of Bridal and video of the day by Elegante Media.

Bridal prep at the bride’s parent’s home.

Bridal details at an August wedding at St. Michael’s parish.

One of the items on my list to capture for the day was the bridesmaids decorating Polly the Trolley who would be transporting the wedding party to St. Michael’s Parish and again to Sand Creek Country Club. The groomsmen were already waiting after second photographer Kerrie captured their prep at a nearby hotel.

The bridal crew all aboard Polly the Trolley on wedding day.

Soon after the trolley arrived at church, the ceremony began with Dad walking Brie down the aisle and sister Alyce escorting the couple into the sanctuary of St. Michael’s Parish.

August wedding ceremony at St. Michael’s Parish in Schererville, Indiana.

Bride and groom inside the sanctuary at St. Michael’s Parish.

Bride and groom, post wedding ceremony photos inside St. Michael’s Parish in Schererville, Indiana.

The wedding party at church board Polly the Trolley.

We strolled the grounds of Sand Creek Golf Course in Chesterton, Indiana until it was time for the reception to begin. We visited the covered bridge deep inside the course as well as the famed weeping willow tree near the lake.

A candid moment between bride and groom underneath the covered bridge at Sand Creek golf course.

Wedding photos at Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, Indiana.

Bride and groom walking in the sunshine over the bridge at Sand Creek Country Club.

All this wedding stuff can get exhausting you know, so sometimes a nap for the wedding party is in order. Gotta save up that energy for the dance floor!!

Wedding photos all around Sand Creek Golf Course during an August wedding.

Wedding party in the garden area of Sand Creek Country Club.

The sun shines upon the newlyweds at Sand Creek Golf Course in Schererville, Indiana.

While I finished up bride and groom photos, second photographer Kerrie covered cocktail hour where guests mingled on the deck balcony that overlooks the beautiful course at Sand Creek Country Club. Soon it would be time for introductions, surprise visits, cake cutting and dancing with a soundtrack courtesy of 27 Entertainment. Cake was by Beck’s Crown Bakery in Crown Point.

Reception decorations, surprise visits and more during the wedding cocktail hour at Sand Creek.

First dances during an August wedding at Sand Creek Country Club.

Wedding reception fun inside the ballroom at Sand Creek Country Club wedding venue.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Brie and Ryan’s wedding at St. Michael’s Parish and Sand Creek Country Club. Stay tuned to the Region Weddings Instagram feed for more images from this and other weddings. As usual, please do use the Contact Form to inquire about your big day.

Summer Wedding At Westminster Presbyterian Church

June 18, 2019 Steve Vansak

Newlyweds out in the summer rain at Centennial Park in Munster, Indiana.

We knew we were in for rain during Becky and Chuck’s summer wedding at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Munster, Indiana. However, nothing was going to dampen the spirits of this couple and their friends and family. From the bridal prep all the way to the dance floor it was lots of smiles and laughter.

Bridal prep for a wedding at Westminster Church.

The church was decorated in wonderful rainbow colors and the remembrance chair for the bride’s father was quite touching. The flower girl seemed to have something on her mind as Becky’s mom walked her down the aisle of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Munster, Indiana.

Wedding ceremony at Westminster Church in Munster.

Second photographer Michelle covered the guy’s prep and captured ceremony images from the balcony. I stayed on ground level and raised my camera up to capture the wonderful cross towering over the altar as Becky and Chuck wed.

Exchanging vows at Westminster Presbyterian Church.

Summer wedding ceremony at Westminster Church.

After family photos, wedding party and the newlyweds inside the church, we went to Centennial Park for some romantic walks in the rain.

Bride and groom on the altar at Westminster Church in Munster, Indiana.

Bride and groom kiss under an umbrella at Centennial Park in Munster, Indiana.

A romantic walk in the rain for the newlyweds.

While we were dodging the rain outside, second photographer Michelle was capturing detail shots at Casa Maria Banquet Hall as well as cocktail hour. Soon it was time for the first dance and bouquet toss.

Dance floor fun at Casa Maria Banquet Hall in Dyer, Indiana.

This has merely been a sneak peek look at Becky and Chuck’s summer wedding at Westminster Presbyterian Banquet Hall. For more images from this wedding and other stay tuned here and the social channels below. Be sure to fill out the Contact Form right here to inquire about your big day.

Spring Wedding At Villa Cesare and First Presbyterian Church

May 29, 2019 Steve Vansak

The groom dips his bride behind the gazebo at Villa Cesare in Schererville, Indiana.

If there is one thing I will always remember about Tessa and Luis from their wedding day as well as their engagement session last year, it’s that you will always catch them smiling and laughing at each other. It’s contagious in a good way.

Our day started off with me documenting bridal prep and Bridget with the guys. Gifts were exchanged, letters were read and the anticipation for the first look was on. Jay Marie Salon & Spa was on hand for hair and make up. Tessa’s wonderful dress came from Something Blue Bridal.

The bride and her bridesmaids having fun while getting ready.

Looking beautiful at her Spring wedding.

The groom prep before the first look with his bride.

Solo portraits of the bride and groom before they see each other for the first time on wedding day.

Tessa and Luis’ first look took place in the north garden at Centennial Park. Luis spun Tessa around for a look before wiping away some tears. The wedding party let them have this private moment before we went around the park for pictures.

First look for the bride and groom in the Centennial Park north garden.

I thought it might be nice to have these two have a seat under the trestle in one of the gardens and just chat for a bit while we captured some nice candid moments. Then it was onto the wedding party and a trip around the park including the lake and bridges.

The bride and groom share some candid moments underneath a trestle at Centennial Park garden.

The wedding party lined up and looking chic.

Having fun with the wedding party on the Centennial Park stage.

Blue sky silhouette of the bride and groom at Centennial Park in Munster, Indiana.

From darkened silhouettes to dips in the golden sun, it was all smiles for Luis and Tessa during their Spring wedding.

Sun shines upon the bride and groom during a romantic dip.

The always laughing bride and groom at Centennial Park.

Having fun with the bridesmaids and groomsmen at Centennial Park.

Soon we were off to First Presbyterian Church in Schererville, Indiana for the ceremony and family photos.

Wedding party enjoying the sunshine on the lake bridge at Centennial Park.

Wedding photos as Spring turns to Summer in Schererville, Indiana.

Wedding ceremony at First Presbyterian Church in Schererville, Indiana.

The ceremony was a joyous affair complete with a bubble exit.

A joyous wedding ceremony at First Presbyterian Church.

As I finished up family pictures, second photographer Bridget was at Villa Cesare capturing the decorations and guests arriving. Soon the dance floor would be alive with some major celebrating courtesy of AJ & S Mobile DJ services.

Wedding reception decorations, cake cutting and the shoe game at Villa Cesare in Schererville, Indiana.

First dance for the bride and groom center stage at Villa Cesare.

Spring wedding dance floor fun at Villa Cesare.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Tessa and Luis’ Spring wedding at Villa Cesare and First Presbyterian Church in Schererville, Indiana. Stay tuned to the social media channels below for more images and please do fill out the Contact Form to inquire about your big day.