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The Sanctuary on Penn sits nestled amongst the city sidewalks in downtown Indianapolis. Ivy crawls up the sides of the brick walls, stopping only to frame the bright red doors and stained glass flawlessly. This former church building is full of surprises and has a charm all its own. Just like Kelsey and Tom. Their Sanctuary on Penn wedding day was the perfect reflection of their love story and it was a joy to capture!
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For most couples, estimating how long each part of their wedding day will take is tricky—after all, you’ve likely never planned a wedding before! And that’s okay. This guide is designed to help you understand how much time is needed to capture timeless wedding photos while ensuring your day feels relaxed and enjoyable. If photography […]
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I love traveling and have visited some truly incredible places all over the world. But to me, Indianapolis will always be special. This “circle city” is full of interesting museums, amazing restaurants and so much to do! It can be tricky to know where to start, especially if you are new to the area. Thankfully […]
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rom my first phone call with Rachel I knew instantly that I adored her. We laughed and shared stories as though we’d known one another for years. So when she and Ben arrived at Holliday Park for their engagement session, I felt like I’d already known her forever. And by the end of their picnic engagement session, I felt that way about Ben too. They are both so kind easy going, which made spending an evening with them for their engagement photos a dream!
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