Photography & Videography Blog
Telling Your Story Through Light & Lens: Meet Indianapolis Wedding Photographer JettNoir Photography
Kaitlyn Smale | March 6, 2026A good story engages curiosity, evokes emotion and sparks imagination. The best storytellers make people feel something long after the story ends. At JettNoir Photography, storytelling isn’t written — it’s captured!
An Artistic and Iconic Chicago E-Session: The Engagement of Haley and Sam
Kaitlyn Smale | February 27, 2026When a love story begins in the middle of a global pandemic, you know it’s going to be a good one! For Haley and Sam, what started with a swipe on Hinge during COVID turned into a mountaintop proposal and a timeless engagement session in the heart of Chicago.
2025 Style Shoot Design Contest Submission: Wildly in Love Style Shoot in Mocha Mousse
Kaitlyn Smale | February 17, 2026Inspired by our theme “The Art of Weddings" in our 2025 Style Shoot Design Contest, sponsored by AAYS Event Rentals, Mary Beth Johnson of Mary Beth Photography brought storytelling to life with her concept, Wildly in Love.
Historic Charm Meets Modern Romance: WeddingDay’s Exclusive Central Indiana Cover Shoot
Kaitlyn Smale | February 7, 2026For our Central Indiana fall/winter cover, we were thrilled to shoot at the brand new Aloft Indianapolis Downtown, a hotel that perfectly blends historic charm with modern luxury. Opened in February 2025, the property occupies a stunning building originally constructed in 1898, once home to the Stockyard Banking Trust. One of the hotel’s most striking features is its historic bank vault, now a unique event space that can be booked for private celebrations and is accessible to wedding guests—adding a one-of-a-kind touch to any special day.
A Love Story Years in the Making: The Engagement of Maddie and Avery in Cincinnati, Ohio
Kaitlyn Smale | December 30, 2025Maddie and Avery’s love story has been years in the making! Maddie grew up with Avery always nearby, as he was best friends with her brothers long before he ever became her partner. “We were around each other for years before anything romantic ever happened,” Maddie shares.
A Cozy Snowy Indiana Wedding: The Real Wedding of Paul and Susan Alvey
Allyson Hutchison | December 17, 2025Two of Paul and Susan’s six children grew up as best friends, and that lifelong bond ultimately led to their parents’ love story. It was their children who decided to set Paul and Susan up, changing both families forever.
Sailing Into Forever: The Engagement of Lilli & Max in Saugatuck, Michigan
Kaitlyn Smale | December 15, 2025Lilli and Max’s engagement session was the perfect blend of timeless romance, effortless style and meaningful moments—set against the dreamy backdrop of Lake Michigan’s shore. The couple first met at Aquinas College through mutual friends, and their connection only deepened from there.
A Chic & Stylish Downtown E-Session in Indianapolis: The Engagement of Emma and Spencer
Kaitlyn Smale | December 1, 2025Some love stories begin with a chance meeting—and for Emma and Spencer, it all started at Hanover College. Emma was a sophomore, Spencer a freshman, and what began as a campus connection quickly grew into a love that was meant to last!
Simplistic Elegance on the Shores of Lake Macatawa: The Real Wedding of Taylor and Andrew Ciesliga
Allyson Hutchison | November 12, 2025After meeting on a dating app in 2021, Andrew asked Taylor out on a date. They landed on one of their now-favorite Chicago restaurants. After dating for a few years, Andrew proposed during their summer trip to Italy! Taylor recalls, "He planned the perfect night with a beautiful view in Capri.
A Cozy Chicago Love Story: Laura & Aaron’s Engagement Session
Kaitlyn Smale | November 6, 2025There’s something special about engagement sessions that take place in the heart of a couple’s everyday life—their favorite corners of the city, the warmth of their home and the quiet moments that speak louder than any posed shot ever could.