Engagement Session At Winona Lake

March 16, 2020 Steve Vansak

In the woods at Winona Lake, Indiana during an engagement session.

I had so much fun photographing Marissa and David for their engagement session at Winona Lake near Warsaw, Indiana. We pretty much had constant snow flurries but we used them as our prop while exploring the scenic area.

Romantic engagement photos at Winona Lake.

These two had a number of dates at Kelainey's Sweet Dreams so I had to incorporate this cute little ice cream shop into the session. As we were walking along I spotted some old tires hanging off the shore and I thought it might be a fun photo as the snow came down.

Cute couple strolling about the Winona Lake area near Warsaw, Indiana.

Old tires line the shoreline in the town of Winona Lake, Indiana.

When we spotted a couple of beach chairs facing the fog filled lake, David remarked that he and Marissa should recreate the photo of them looking outward when they are an 80 year old married couple. Right on, I hope they do just that!!

Hanging out at Winona Lake while the snow falls.

A romantic kiss during an engagement photo session at The Village At Winona.

I hope you have enjoyed this sneak peek look at Marissa and David’s engagement session at Winona Lake. Many more images to come and be sure to follow the Region Weddings Instagram for a whole bunch of wedding images as well as engagement photos. To book your own session or inquiry about wedding date openings please fill out the Contact Form right here.

Centennial Park Bridal Expo Winner

February 28, 2020 Steve Vansak

Urban bridal portrait in downtown Chicago.

This past week I presented at the 2020 Centennial Park Bridal Show. It was a snowy evening but everyone was in high spirits.

Congratulations to Angela Agelson who wins a $100 Gift Certificate. This can be applied to a Wedding Package | Bridal Portrait Session | Engagement Photography, | Intimate Portraits and more. NOTE: You must claim the prize by May 31st, 2020 and use the prize in calendar year 2020.

Here is how to claim your prize: Respond to the email I will be sending you shortly or call 219-779-7137 or fill out the Contact Form. Schedule a meeting where I will hand you over the certificate for the prize. Use the certificate by December 31st, 2020.

A bride looks down at her bouquet of flowers during her summer wedding.

My wedding year 2020 is pretty much booked up, but there are a few Fridays and Sundays that are open. I have one Saturday open in July and August. November and December of 2020 have a couple of Saturdays open as well. Please inquire about your date via the Contact Form right here.

I have booked a handful of 2021 dates, but a number of popular dates are still available for next year.

Happy planning!!

Wedding Venue Spotlight - Sand Creek Country Club

February 19, 2020 Steve Vansak

Today’s Northwest Indiana wedding venue spotlight is the absolutely beautiful Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, Indiana. This classy venue can be your all in one location for a wedding with its bridal suite, elegant ceremony area, spacious ballroom and scenic outdoor photo opportunities.

I’ve photographed there in many different seasons, from Fall weddings to Winter weddings to glorious sun filled Spring and Summer nuptials. See Jessica and Mitchell’s Fall wedding at Sand Creek right here.

Fall wedding photo from Sand Creek Country Club.

Winter wedding photo at Sand Creek Country Club.

A bride and groom kiss on the golf course at Sand Creek Country Club.

The indoor ceremony area is separate from the reception ballroom so guests can go directly to cocktail hour or lounge on the back deck overlooking the golf course.

Wedding ceremony at Sand Creek Country Club.

Besides the “clock garden” directly behind the building, some of my favorite locations for photos at the venue include the weeping willow tree and the nearby lake. I also love casual group shots on the patio.

An intimate moment among the vines of a tall willow tree at Sand Creek Country Club.

Fog and rain over the lake as the bride and groom kiss at Sand Creek Country Club.

The wedding party chills on the patio chairs at Sand Creek golf course.

The ballroom is surrounded by windows but when night falls it can become quite the dance club. Sometimes it even snows inside!!

Snow falls upon the dance floor at Sand Creek Country Club during first dance at a wedding.

I hope you have enjoyed this spotlight article on one of the premiere Northwest Indiana wedding venues located in Chesterton, Indiana - Sand Creek Country Club.

For wedding photography, do fill out the Contact Form here to inquire about availability for your big day.

The happy couple takes a walk in the clock garden on Sand Creek golf course.

Wedding Venue Spotlight - Briar Ridge Country Club

February 19, 2020 Steve Vansak

Romantic wedding photo on the rolling hills of Briar Ridge Golf Course.

One of the things I love about Briar Ridge Country Club as a wedding venue is that the entire wedding can be shot in this one beautiful spot. The newly remodeled bridal suite has a nice modern vibe to it and overlooks the golf course and is right down the hall where the reception ballroom is. This gives me the opportunity to break away and capture all the decor as it gets set up throughout the day.

Are your bridesmaids getting “hangry” for some breakfast during prep time? No problem, the restaurant is mere steps away! :)

To see a wedding from bridal prep to reception, check out this summer wedding at Briar Ridge Country Club right here.

A boho bride tosses her dress on the golf course at Briar Ridge Country Club.

We all love sunshine but it can be difficult and harsh for photos sometimes. When I’m doing wedding photos at Briar Ridge Country Club, I either use the sun there as a beautiful backlight or tuck my couples away underneath the many trees on the golf course.

If possible, we should definitely sneak out for some sunset images as golden hour as it is quite nice on the golf course with the sun setting over the western trees.

Two newlyweds come together in the shade of a tall tree at Briar Ridge golf course.

Eskimo kiss in a vintage tone at Briar Ridge Country Club.

I’ve photographed wedding ceremonies on the back deck as well as my preferred spot east of the ballroom. I like this area because it is more shaded and less chance of harsh sun upon the wedding party and guests. The ballroom is available should the weather not cooperate for an outdoor wedding ceremony.

To view more of this outdoor wedding ceremony, follow the link to this summer wedding with Patty and Stephen.

An outdoor wedding ceremony at Briar Ridge Country Club.

Under the veil at Briar Ridge Country Club.

The reception ballroom overlooks the golf course and has access to a back deck where guests can get some fresh air. The chandeliers in the rooms give an air of elegance for dinner and dancing.

First dance inside the ballroom at Briar Ridge Country Club.

I hope you found this wedding venue spotlight of Briar Ridge Country Club (located in the Dyer / Schererville area) helpful for your wedding planning. When you are ready to see more of my work for your own wedding photography, please do fill out the Contact Form right here. To see another wedding I’ve shot at Briar Ridge, head over to view this Spring wedding with Sheri and Ryan right here. Happy planning!!