Charise + Logan || Valparaiso, IN Courthouse Elopement

In the understated charm of the Valparaiso, IN courthouse, Charise and Logan exchanged vows in a December elopement ceremony. Among a select few, including Charise's grandparents, married 65 years, they embraced this intimate celebration of their love's next chapter.

Following the ceremony, we ventured outside the Valparaiso courthouse for portraits. Charise, radiant and poised, complemented Logan's sleek green suit. Their excitement was palpable, a testament to the journey they were embarking on together.

Their love, captured through many sweet candid moments, spoke volumes of their shared history and the adventures ahead. With simplicity and sincerity, Charise and Logan embarked on a new beginning, and it was a honor to document their first moments as now husband and wife. 

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Ashton + Dan || Valparaiso, IN Backyard Wedding

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Vendors: 

Photography - Erika Mattingly Photography 

Caterer - Grindhouse food truck 

Bridal Attire - Cathy Telle

Valparaiso Family Session || Valparaiso, IN Family Session

Julie and Wayne welcomed Graham into their life just one year ago... and then moved into their new home in Valparaiso, IN about a month ago. Safe to say they have had an eventful year! 

When Julie invited me to their home to capture photos of them in their new background, I couldn't have been more thrilled. Loved capturing these precious moments for this family of three. 

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Kaylee + Stuart || Valparaiso, IN Engagement Session

Kaylee and Stuart are engaged, and I am so excited for them! For their engagement session, we went to the woods behind Kaylee's childhood home. Despite the cold temps, the sun was shining throughout the whole session and we had so much fun climbing over all the fallen trees. Cannot wait to capture these two again on their wedding day! 

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Emma || Valparaiso, IN Portrait Session

Emma is such a free spirit and I love it. This was one of those sessions that came together rather quickly with a stop at a local thrift shop for an outfit (isn't it gorgeous?!) and grocery store for some fresh florals... and just like that we had a vintage/boho goddess. And, this winter wonderland backdrop made for an even more dreamy shoot. Insert cat heart eye emoji here. 

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Josh + Amanda + Hayden || Valparaiso, IN Pregnancy Reveal Session

Amanda, Josh, and six-year-old, Hayden, wanted to share their exciting news with their family and friends through photos. It was such an honor to be a part of this exciting time! I hope you enjoy some of my favorites from this Fall shoot.

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Molnar Family || Valparaiso, IN Family Session

Chris, Dawn, Ben, Bethany, Brett and Brianna's family session started out with Chris (dad) calling me Tricia - Brett (his son) told him that was my name. When Chris said this I looked confused, but quickly realized what happened as everyone, except Chris, was laughing hysterically. It was a great way to kick off this family session! 

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T.J. + Hannah || Valparaiso, IN Engagement Session

These two are so thrilled to get married. Throughout this whole session I could hear them talking to each other about their excitement. It was such a joy to be able to capture these photos for them before they embark on the amazing journey of marriage.

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