Fall Wedding At Fair Oaks Farmhouse

November 25, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom take a walk behind Fair Oaks Farmhouse on a chilly November day.

It was all about the orange at Kim and Dusty’s Fall wedding at Fair Oaks Farmhouse Restaurant. This particular November day had a winter vibe with snow on the ground, yet we still had Fall color to work with. It made for some unique wedding photos on the rustic property. Jello shots were dispersed to all those involved in the wedding and girls gladly played along for a faux passing out picture.

Bridal prep and groom prep was all at the adjacent Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott at Fair Oaks Farms. It has a convenient tunnel that leads to the reception area in case of bad weather.

I covered the girls getting ready while second photographer Lauren was with the guys. Soon it would be time for our first look on the porch of the farmhouse.

Bridal prep at the Fairfield Inn at Fair Oaks Farms.

Sadly, a fight broke out among the bride and her bridesmaids… JUST KIDDING!! These girls were a lot of fun and I encouraged them to have duel with their winter shawls.

Bride has fun with her friend and bridesmaid on her wedding day.

Groom prep for a wedding at Fair Oaks Farms.

It was quite chilly this mid November day so after Dusty bravely waited for Kim to arrive for their first look / reveal, we stepped inside for these guys to warm up a bit. Then we were in and out for pictures all around the property of Fair Oaks Farms.

First look for the bride and groom on the porch at Fair Oaks Farmhouse Restaurant.

A kiss and an embrace with Indiana farmland in the background.

Wedding party photos during a fall / winter wedding at Fair Oaks Farmhouse.

Bride and groom portraits with fall color at Fair Oaks Farms.

The ceremony was held inside with the couple’s friend as officiant. Family photos followed and then we stepped away for a sunset picture. We then made our way to the reception area where dancers of all ages were awaiting as Trans Audio rocked the ballroom.

Indoor wedding ceremony at Fair Oaks Farms.

Wedding ceremony vows at Fair Oaks Farms.

Bride and groom take a walk at sunset at Fair Oaks Farms.

On the way back to the reception room, my assistant Michelle noticed the tunnel connecting the hotel to the farmhouse was lit and encouraged me to do a photos of the couple and we did just that. Then it was onto the party!!

Bride and groom inside Fair Oaks Farmhouse Restaurant.

Fall wedding reception at Fair Oaks Farmhouse Restaurant.

This is merely a sneak peek look at Kim and Dusty’s Fall wedding at Fair Oaks Farmhouse. To inquire about wedding photography for your big day, please use the Contact Form right here. As always, more images can be found on the social media channels below.

Fall Wedding At Meyer's Castle

November 18, 2019 Steve Vansak

Night portrait of the bride and groom at Meyer’s Castle.

Two wedding dresses, two suits and two hearts all on a chilly Fall day at Meyer’s Castle for Reema and Corey’s wedding. This castle is located near Chicago in Northwest Indiana hidden from the highway behind a forest of tall trees.

I met up with the girls in the bridal suite for detail photos while second photographer Kerrie captured the guys in the nearby castle lounge. Total Image Bride took care of hair and make up.

Chicago and Northwest Indiana wedding venue Meyer’s Castle.

Indian and American wedding details at Meyer’s Castle bridal suite.

Indian American bride shows off her two dresses on wedding day.

First looks are not only great for that wonderful moment of coming together for the first time on wedding day, but sometimes they are a necessity for time restraints. By having a first look in the afternoon, Reema and Corey were able to get in daytime pictures before their late afternoon ceremony. November sees a time change with darkness at 4:30pm. However, we did do some night photographs after the ceremony and before the reception.

First look in the northern courtyard at Meyer’s Castle.

Wedding photos in November at Meyer’s Castle.

Wedding party group photos on the circular drive at Meyer’s Castle.

Wedding photos at Meyer’s Castle on a crisp November day.

The traditional Indian ceremony was presided over by Muharaj Rakesh Shar and featured flower girls arriving down the aisle via a mini Land Rover and it also featured much symbolism and colorful props. The ever colorful Meyer’s Castle peacocks were also present.

Traditional Indian wedding ceremony at Meyer’s Castle.

After the ceremony and family pictures, the bride and groom and entire wedding changed clothes for their big entrance into the reception area.

The wedding reception featured an incredible candy buffet and the dance floor was simply insane courtesy of DJ Mark Kline.

Wedding reception fun at Meyer’s Castle in November.

First dance and parent dance at Meyer’s Castle Fall wedding.

This has been a sneak peek look at Reema and Corey’s November Fall wedding at Meyer’s Castle. For more images from this and other weddings, please follow the social media channels below. To inquire about your big day, please fill out the Contact Form right here.

Fall Wedding At Wicker Park Social Center

October 14, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom take a walk on the grounds of Wicker Park.

When I arrived at The Hair Shaak and make up artist Brittany Hennings was doing the finishing touches, the bridesmaids were already gushing over Francesca’s gorgeous look for her big day. Mom helped place the veil and then we were off to the bride’s parent’s home for dress and details.

Second photographer Michelle was with Zane and his guys where football talk ruled the day and congratulatory drink may or may not have been consumed.

Mom helps her daughter into her dress on wedding day.

I asked Zane if he was ready and he enthusiastically said yes. And with that, the first look between bride and groom was underway on the back deck of Wicker park Social Center. Fall leaves were strewn about as Francesca made her way toward her groom. After they had their moment we began photos with the wedding party as well as the couple.

First look for the bride and groom at Wicker Park in Highland, Indiana.

Autumn yellow surrounds the bride and groom at Wicker Park.

The enormous willow trees at Wicker Park hover over the bride and groom.

Wedding party group photos at Wicker Park Social Center.

Bride and groom on their wedding day at Wicker Park.

The lovely fountain and tall will trees of Wicker Park at a Fall wedding.

All of my weather apps said no rain until nightfall. Sometimes those things don;t quite get it right as we did some rain during the ceremony and family pictures afterwards. However, it didn’t hamper the joy of the moment as Francesca and Zane married and the ring bearer delivered his top secret briefcase.

Outdoor Fall wedding at Wicker Park Social Center.

Autumn wedding at the gazebo of Wicker Park Social Center.

The reception was a Fall festival in and of itself, complete with a groom’s cake and tons of homemade desserts. Trans Audio brought the music sequined jackets and a good time was had by all. I even snuck out for some night portraits by the gazebo with the bride and groom.

Fall decorations at a wedding reception at Wicker Park.

Wedding reception fun at Wicker Park Social Center.

First dance for the bride and groom during a Fall wedding reception.

Slow dance outside at night for the bride and groom with a lit up fountain and gazebo.

This has merely been a sneak peek look at Francesca and Zane’s Fall wedding at Wicker park Social Center in Highland, Indiana. Many more images to follow and do check out the social media channels below to see more. To inquire about wedding photography, please do fill out the Contact Form and I will get back with you in short order.

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September Wedding At Aberdeen Manor

September 23, 2019 Steve Vansak

Bride and groom take a casual walk near the bridge in Aberdeen neighborhood in Valparaiso, Indiana.

Kristen and Zach had a very picturesque and elegant September wedding at Aberdeen Manor in Valparaiso, Indiana. The morning began with the Sta-Glam crew bringing out the beauty. Our flower girl drew some artwork and the bridesmaid dress reveal was full of excitement.

Bridal details for a September wedding at Aberdeen Manor.

Bridal prep for a wedding at Aberdeen Manor Chapel.

Bride with her flower girl at Aberdeen Manor Ballroom.

Kristen and Zach both wrote letters for each other to read. i covered this and the girls while photographer Grant photographed the groomsmen prep.

Bride and groom read each other’s love letters on wedding day.

Groomsmen wedding day prep at Aberdeen Manor.

Before the ceremony photos were taken of Kristen and Zach and then it was off to the Aberdeen Chapel to make it official with Reverend Doug presiding.

The bride at Aberdeen Manor before her September wedding ceremony.

Portraits of the groom at Aberdeen Manor.

A September wedding ceremony at Aberdeen Chapel.

The bride and groom exit the chapel greeted by bubbles.

We strolled around the neighborhood of Aberdeen for some beautiful and candid images of the bride and groom. Kristen had such a lovely and long veil that it was begging to fly in the air while she kissed her husband of a few hours.

The bride’s veil flies into the air as she kisses her groom.

A portrait of the bride and groom at their September wedding at Aberdeen Manor.

Wedding photos outside of the Aberdeen Manor Ballroom.

The bride standing near the river as the bridge reflects off the water.

Wedding party group photos at Aberdeen Manor.

Groomsmen and bridesmaids at Aberdeen Manor in Valparaiso, Indiana.

The wedding reception was simply a PARTY and there no other way to describe it. From the introductions onward it was high energy with a soundtrack provided by Mike of Trans Audio DJ of Crown Point. It even started to snow on the dance floor!! :)

The reception begins at Aberdeen Manor Ballroom.

A first dance dip at Aberdeen Manor Ballroom.

Snow hits the dance floor during a wedding reception at Aberdeen Manor Ballroom.

Party time on the dance floor at Aberdeen Manor.

This is merely a sneak peek look at Kristen and Zach’s September wedding at Aberdeen Manor in Valparaiso. Please do inquire via my Contact Form about wedding photography for your big day. To see more from this and other weddings, follow the social media channels listed below.