Summer Wedding at Lighthouse Restaurant

August 19, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom take a stroll on the Lighthouse Restaurant pier at sunset.

We had quite the sun filled skies for Jackie and Kevin’s summer wedding at Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, Indiana. We also had many unique moments with a celebration that day of the bride’s parent’s 50th Wedding Anniversary and also Jackie arriving to her ceremony via boat.

Let’s begin at her parent’s house for bridal prep and an impromptu dance rehearsal from her mom and Dad while Alex Garcia handled make up duties along with Lerin Johnson Bridal Beauty.

Bridal details for a summer wedding in Cedar Lake, Indiana.

John and Kathy have a beautifully landscaped area behind their home where we did some bridesmaids photos along with a portrait of this 50th Anniversary couple.

Bride and her bridesmaids on wedding day.

Bride at her parent’s home on her wedding day.

While I was on my way to the boating dock to capture Jackie’s boarding of the boat that would take across Cedar Lake to the ceremony, second photographer Bridget was taking Kevin and the guys pictures nearby.

Jackie met up with her crew that would take across the lake to Lighthouse Restaurant where Kevin and friends and family would be waiting on the deck. Her walking down the aisle consisted of coming down the long pier and eventually up the stairs where she married Kevin while overlooking the lake.

The bride boards a boat that will take her to her wedding ceremony.

The bride arrives via boat for her summer wedding ceremony at Lighthouse Restaurant in Cedar Lake, Indiana.

Summer wedding ceremony on the outdoor deck of Lighthouse Restaurant.

After family photos on the outdoor deck, we strolled the nearby lakefront taking romantic summer wedding photos of the bride and groom.

Romantic wedding photos along the lakefront at Cedar Lake.

Vintage looking wedding photo of the bride and groom.

The bride twist toward her groom as the sun shines over the lake.

The wedding reception saw two cake cutting and two first dances as Jackie and Kevin and the bride’s parent’s John and Kathy took turns in the spotlight.

Wedding reception decorations at a summer wedding at Lighthouse Restaurant.

First dances for the bride and groom and the 50th Anniversary couple.

Dance floor fun at Lighthouse Restaurant during a summer wedding reception.

This has been merely a sneak peek look at Jackie and Kevin’s summer wedding at Lighthouse Restaurant. Stay tuned to the Region Weddings IG feed listed below and as always, please fill out the Contact Form right here to inquire about your big day.

Wedding At Heston Hills Event Center

July 15, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom embrace on the sprawling grounds of Heston Hills in Laporte, Indiana

It had to be July 14th. “It doesn’t matter where, but it has to be July 14th.” This is what Maggie told me when I met with her and Eric for the first time. They had no venue. However, on July 14th the sun came out in force with a blue sky and puffy clouds over Heston Hills Event Center In Laporte, Indiana.

Our day started early in the morning at her parent’s house in Valparaiso. Soon we would make our way to the The Brewery Lodge in Michigan City where a close group of friends and family would arrive for the celebratory wedding ceremony.

Early morning bridal prep for a summer wedding.

A classic black and white photo of the bride on her wedding day.

Mother of the bride assists her daughter before she walks down the aisle.

The bride and groom all ready for the big day.

Second photographer Kerrie was capturing groom and groomsmen prep as family filled the ceremony room. The bride’s father officiated the proceedings and peppered the vows with humor that kept the couple on their toes.

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A morning wedding ceremony at The Brewery Lodge in Michigan City.

After family pictures we took off to Heston Hills Event Center in Laporte, Indiana and strolled the picturesque grounds with it’s lake, boats, metal gazebo and the white picket fence that borders the grounds for romantic and fun wedding photos.

The bride and groom surrounded by swirling greenery at Heston Hills.

Candid wedding photos at Heston Hills Event Center.

The bride and groom take a romantic stroll along the white picket fence at Heston Hills.

The groom dips his bride on their wedding day.

When I asked Eric if he was up for dipping his wife for a picture he responded with an enthusiastic YES!!

Wedding photos featuring the beautiful scenery of the grounds at Heston Hills Event Center.

The bride looks across the beautiful green fields on her wedding day.

Dinner was inside the Heston Hills Event Center where first dances and cake cutting also happened. The room was decorated in books, movies and cameras and cupcakes for the taking. Then it was time for the outdoor wedding reception featuring music, games, a garter and bouquet toss and tons of fun, candid moments to capture.

Wedding reception decorations at Heston Hills Event Center.

Wedding reception at Heston Hills wedding venue in Laporte, Indiana.

Outdoor wedding reception on the deck at Heston Hills.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Maggie and Eric’s wedding at Heston Hills Event Center. Stay tuned on the Region Weddings Instagram feed for more images from this wedding and others. As always, please fill out the Contact Form here to inquire about wedding photography for your day.

The bride blows kisses toward her new husband as they lean against a white picket fence.

Bride and groom in front of the lakeside gazebo at Heston Hills Event Center in Laporte, Indiana.

July Wedding At County Line Orchard

July 8, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom take a joyful walk in the fields at County Line Orchard.

When I arrived at Jay Marie Salon for bridal prep photos and heard all the laughter, I knew were were in for a fun day for Emily and Tyler’s July wedding at County Line Orchard. These two grew up in the same neighborhood. They actually lived across the street from each other. It’s a great story!!

While I captured all of the laughter of the bridesmaids, second photographer Kerrie got to witness the guys’ front yard golf practice!! Emily’s dress is from Marie Gabrielle Couture and the bridesmaids dresses from HCTD. Flowers are from the always impeccable Sugarfield Flowers.

Bride and her bridesmaids get ready for the big day.

The newlyweds before the ceremony at their outdoor summer wedding.

Groom and his groomsmen prep for wedding day.

Bridesmaid and groomsmen photos at County Line Orchard.

The bride leans against a rustic fence on the grounds at County Line Orchard.

Just remember, be nice to your photographer or they might give you a double chin!! ;)

The bridesmaids goof off for the camera.

A lighted chandelier towers over the bride inside the grain silo at County Line Orchard.

The bride and her girls sassing it up at a July wedding.

The outdoor summer wedding ceremony took place underneath the big oak tree at County Line Orchard. The lemonade stand was up and running as Emily and her Dad arrived via the tractor limousine.

Outdoor, summer wedding at County Line Orchard in July.

Friends and family watch an outdoor wedding ceremony underneath the big oak tree at County Line Orchard.

After family pictures at the ceremony area, I took Emily and Tyler all around the grounds of County Line Orchard for pictures and then we met up with the wedding party at the front of the big red barn. Then it was introductions, dinner and party music courtesy of 27 Entertainment.

Bride and groom chill against the wooden fence at their rustic wedding venue.

Summer wedding photos at County Line Orchard.

A romantic kiss underneath a giant oak tree.

Having fun with the wedding party and all of the farming equipment at County Line Orchard.

A wedding party group photo in front of the big red barn.

I asked Emily and Tyler what kind of apple they wanted and Golden Delicious was the answer!!

The bride and groom choose golden delicious apples at County Line Orchard.

Wedding receptions at County Line Orchard usually have the wedding party entering from the outside and it’s impossible to tell what they might have cooked up for introductions. I think our winner may have been the human wheelbarrow with flowers in his mouth.

The room was adorned in literary decorations and the signature CLO donuts were part of the treats. 27 Entertainment definitely blew the roof off of the big red barn as friends and family descended upon the newlyweds while chanting Sweet Caroline.

A July wedding reception at County Line Orchard.

The big barn is decorated in a literary theme for a wedding reception.

Party time at County Line Orchard during a summer wedding reception.

If you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Emily and Tyler’s July wedding at County Line Orchard, please follow the Region Weddings IG account to see more. Also, fill out the Contact Form here to set up a meeting to discuss your very own wedding photography.

Summer Wedding At Briar Ridge Golf Course

June 11, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom among the greenery of Briar Ridge Country Club.

Gabrielle and Matt had a wonderful summer wedding at Briar Ridge Country Club. The green hues of the expansive golf course were everywhere and made for some very romantic, nature filled photos.

Our day started in the brand new, modernized bridal suite with Hannah Nottingham providing make up and Texture Pointe Hair Salon also on hand. Kathy’s Florist designed some wonderful bouquets and flower arrangements as well. Second photographer Kerrie captured the arrival of the groom and his guys and soon it was time for our bride and groom reveal.

Detail shots at a summer wedding at Briar Ridge Country Club.

The bride and bridesmaids get ready inside the new bridal suite at Briar Ridge Country Club.

The groomsmen arrive at the Briar Ridge clubhouse.

Matt practically leaped with excitement as he turned around to see Gabrielle in her dress for the first time. He walked all around her until they embraced with a kiss.

Bride and groom reveal at Briar Ridge Country Club.

We strolled around the gold course grounds taking romantic wedding photos as these two embraced, hugged, kissed and embraced. I played paparazzi to their celebrity status for the day. We had fun in the near perfect summer weather.

Loving eyes of the bride and groom with purple flowers in the foreground.

Wedding photos on the golf course of Briar Ridge.

Wedding photos at Briar Ridge Country Club golf course.

As we made our way back toward the clubhouse we met up with the wedding party for group pictures and family photos. Then it was time for the late afternoon outdoor ceremony.

Bride and her bridesmaids on the golf course of Briar Ridge.

Groom and his groomsmen at Briar Ridge Country Club.

Wedding party group photo at a summer wedding at Briar Ridge golf course.

Gabby made an entrance to the ceremony with her father and son as the SRO crowd of guests looked on. The location was incredibly scenic and vows were lighthearted and heartfelt.

The bride makes her ceremony entrance alongside her father and son.

Outdoor wedding ceremony at Briar Ridge Country Club.

Wedding ceremony at Briar Ridge golf course.

The cocktail hour was outside and inside with lots of laughter and banter between guests and congratulations for the bride and groom. The cake was provided by Calumet Bakery and the room drapery and entertainment by Ever After Events.

Cocktail hour at Briar Ridge Country Club.

A rousing introduction for the bride and groom at their Briar Ridge wedding reception.

First dance inside the clubhouse at Briar Ridge golf course.

We had two of the most excited recipients of the bouquet and garter for sure! And the dance floor was so full that I had to stand on chairs for many of my photos to capture all of the fun.

The exuberant dance floor at Briar Ridge during a summer wedding reception.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Gabrielle and Matt’s summer wedding at Briar Ridge Golf Course. To inquire about wedding photography for your big day, please do fill out the Contact Form right here. Stay tuned to the social media channels listed below for my latest work.