June Wedding At County Line Orchard

June 23, 2021 Steve Vansak

The bride’s veil flies with the County Line Orchard grain silo in the background.

Tanya and Matt had a lovely June wedding at one of the most popular barn wedding venues in Northwest Indiana - County Line Orchard.

We started out at a home in Crown Point for bridal prep and made our way to the grain silo bridal suite of County Line Orchard. Lauren photographed the guy’s prep while I was with the bride and her bridesmaids.

A June bride inside the grain silo at County Line Orchard.

Bride and bridesmaids group photo on a tractor trailer at County Line Orchard.

The groom and groomsmen show off their socks and wedding day clothes.

Groomsmen in front of the red barn at County Line Orchard.

The ceremony took place in front of the big oak tree on the grounds of County Line Orchard. The new family literally tied the knot as part of their nuptials. Afterwards we did our family photos and wedding photos of the newlyweds.

Outdoor wedding ceremony at County Line Orchard.

Wedding ceremony in front of the big oak tree at County Line Orchard.

Wedding photos at County Line Orchard in Hobart, Indiana.

A different take on the wedding party group photo.

The reception decorations had a travel theme with a wonderfully fun and unique wedding cake. Dancers of all ages filled the floor as did the bride and groom who were grinning throughout their first dance.

Travel themed wedding reception decorations.

A June wedding reception at County Line Orchard.

First dance for the bride and groom at County Line Orchard.

This is merely a sneak peek look at Tanya and Matt’s June wedding at County Line Orchard. Much more to come!

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Summer Wedding In Monee, Illinois

June 22, 2021 Steve Vansak

Elizabeth and James’ summer wedding in Monee, Illinois was a family affair all the way as it was held on a relative’s property overlooking farmland. It was a wonderfully, close knit experience as guests arrived and the hugs and laughter came forth.

I handled the bridal prep at the house while Michelle captured the guys at a nearby hotel.

We knew we had threatening storms for this outdoor wedding and indeed the skies darkened and rain and thunder hit forcing the ceremony inside the large reception tent. No matter as it was clear before and after. We even snuck in a sunset portrait!

Bridal prep at a wedding in Monee, Illinois.

Guests were seated at their reception tables as the wedding party and bride and groom entered. With rain and thunder outside it got pretty dark in the tent. However, the bride and groom illuminated the proceedings with their incredibly sincere vows. Soon after, we had sunshine again for wedding party and newlywed photos.

A wedding photo on Illinois farmland with swirling clouds over the horizon.

Wedding photos on farmland in Monee, Illinois.

The bride and groom entered via a laser sparkler entrance at their reception. Then it was on to cake cutting, speeches and dancing the night away.

A tent wedding reception in Monee, Illinois.

The sun sets as the bride and groom embrace.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Elizabeth and Jame’s summer wedding in Monee, Illinois. To inquire about your big day, please fill out the contact form right here. Stay tuned to social media channels below for more images from this and other weddings.

October Wedding At The Pavilion At Sandy Pines

October 5, 2020 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom take a walk in the woods near Sandy Pines.

Amanda and Ben had a crisp October day for their outdoor wedding at Sandy Pines in Demotte. The golf course wedding venue was the perfect spot for the groom, an avid golfer. While he and the guys were out on the course, I was inside with the girls as they got ready for the big day.

I was greeted by Make Up by Krissy V. and Under the Veil as the stylists as well as the bride and her singing bridesmaids.

Bridal details at Sandy Pines bridal suite.

The bridal suite building is perfect for bridal prep as well as an upstairs area for groom prep. The kitchen is always well stocked and the gigantic Subway subs are always a fun prop for me.

Groom prep at The Pavilion at Sandy Pines.

We had two first looks in a row - first up was Dad on the porch of the bridal suite and then with the groom.

First look with Dad at Sandy Pines bridal house.

First look with the bride and groom for their October wedding.

We then ventured out onto the golf course as well as the wooded areas surrounding it for photos of the bride and groom. From candid moments to dips on the green to showing off the bride’s dress from Something Blue.

We then returned to the bridal suite for wedding party group pictures.

Candid wedding photos at Sandy Pines Golf Course.

Spying through the brush on the bride and groom.

Chilling on the pier overlooking the golf course.

The wedding party was waiting for us when we arrived back and after these set of pictures it was time for family photos. Guests then began arriving for the ceremony.

Bridesmaids and groomsmen at Sandy Pines.

An outdoor wedding ceremony at The Pavilion at Sandy Pines.

Exchanging vows at Sandy Pines golf course.

The ceremony was “unplugged” which kept the congregation focused and involved and not on their cell phones. After Amanda and Ben were pronounced man and wife, we went onto the course for a few golden hour pictures as the sun set. Then it was straight into cocktail hour, dinner and then the dancing began.

A stroll onto the golf course as the sun began to set.

Reception details at The Pavilion at Sandy Pines in Demotte, Indiana.

Open air wedding reception at Sandy Pines Pavilion.

A night dance under the stars during a wedding at Sandy Pines.

To inquire about wedding photography for your big day, please do fill out the Contact Form here on the website. To see more from Amanda and Ben’s wedding at The Pavilion at Sandy Pines in Demotte, Indiana please follow the social media channels below. This is merely a sneak peek with much more to come.

Wedding At Lighthouse Lodge

September 8, 2020 Steve Vansak

A setting sun engulfs the bride and groom on the edge of Lake Shafer.

Lake Shafer in Monticello, Indiana has always been an annual destination for Taylor and Jesus since they first met. So having their wedding at Lighthouse Lodge off the lake was always in the cards.

The day started off with bridal prep in the sun room off the deck where the reception would be held later. It was a family affair with many visitors, including their furry friends. I took the details outside to continue the theme of this beach wedding.

Bridal details with Lake Shafer in the background.

Bridal prep in the sun room of Lighthouse Lodge.

Taylor got into her dress and jewelry in one of the lodge’s rooms while photographer Kerrie captured the guy’s prep in a nearby lodge.

Bridal prep at a summer wedding at Lighthouse Lodge.

Bridal portraits inside Lighthouse Lodge in Monticello, Indiana.

Groom and bride ready for their lakeside wedding in Monticello, Indiana.

Groom prep at Lighthouse Lodge in Monticello, Indiana.

The outdoor wedding took place just off the edge of the lake as boaters passed by honking their approval on occasion. It was a beautiful, but extremely windy day and the bride’s long veil needed attending to during the ceremony as well as the two flower girls who walked beneath it during the exit.

Entrances for a beach wedding at Lake Shafer.

Beach wedding ceremony at Shafer Lake in Monticello.

After family photos it was time for wedding party and images of the newlyweds along the shore. The late afternoon reception and dinner would start soon and then we were off for sunset photos as well as a few night shots.

Wedding party photos besides the lighthouse.

The newlyweds share a real and candid moment surrounded by greenery.

Bride and groom kiss underneath the lighthouse as a sunstar shines over the scene.

Wedding photos along Lake Shafer in Monticello, Indiana.

Romantic wedding photos at Lighthouse Lodge.

The reception saw some spirited entrances and many heartfelt speeches from friends and family. In the middle of dancing I snuck out with the bride and groom twice for our golden hour sunset images as as some night shots along the lake.

Wedding reception at Lighthouse Lodge at Lake Shafer in Monticello, Indiana.

Wedding photo at night in front of the lit up lighthouse on Lake Shafer in Monticello, Indiana.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at this outdoor wedding in Monticello. This is only a portion fo the images from the big day. Please tune in to this blog or the social media channels below for images from this and many other weddings.

To inquire about wedding or elopement photography for your big day, please fill out the Contact Form here and I will get back with you ASAP on availability.

The Lighthouse Lodge is a great spot for a beach wedding or elopement. I’m so glad Jesus and Taylor were able to fulfill their dream of a wedding lakeside in the area they visited during their entire relationship. Here’s looking forward to many Anniversaries spent on the beach in future Septembers.