This article is a guest post, written by the talented women over at Simply Sacred Events! Joy and Mary are Catholic wedding planners in Indianapolis and also serve Chicago, Detroit, Cincinnati. ” One thing we make sure to tell our clients about their Catholic wedding: your wedding might be the first time someone is stepping foot […] The post 4 Ways to Make Your Catholic Wedding Ceremony Welcoming appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

Mariel got ready at her childhood home, surrounded by her closest friends, family, and sweet parents. For an October wedding, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day, sunny and 65! Mariel loves film photography and since we have added film to our packages, it was the perfect wedding to snap some timeless film […] The post Catholic Wedding at St. John the Evangelist | Indianapolis Historical Society Reception | Mariel and Derek appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

Mariel got ready at her childhood home, surrounded by her closest friends, family, and sweet parents. For an October wedding, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day, sunny and 65! Mariel loves film photography and since we have added film to our packages, it was the perfect wedding to snap some timeless film […] The post Catholic Wedding at St. John the Evangelist | Indianapolis Historical Society Reception | Mariel and Derek appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

Tom and I both agreed that Kathleen and Zach were two of the most relaxed brides and grooms that we have had, a huge reason for their calm and peaceful day was the careful planning they put into each detail. Kathleen and Zach wanted to spend as much time together on their wedding day which […] The post Floral-Filled Summer Tented Wedding Reception at Allerton Park Mansion | Kathleen and Zach appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

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Cristina and Joshua were married in the heart of downtown Chicago at one of the most beautiful Catholic churches in the city. Their Catholic wedding mass was held at the stunning Saint Mary of the Angels Church and was a beautiful fusion of tradition, faith, and Cristina’s hispanic heritage. They both got ready at a […] The post Saint Mary of The Angels Chicago Wedding | Cristina and Joshua appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

After hours of wondering if we would have clear skies or *actual* torrential rain, God blessed us with the most beautiful evening for Mary Claire and Dino’s engagement photos. When Mary Claire suggested having their session at The Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, I was so excited! This charming historic home paired with perfectly manicured […] The post Summer Engagement Photos at The Edsel & Eleanor Ford House appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

Mariel and Derek are getting married this October in Indianapolis and if it will be as lovely as their engagement session, I know the day will be perfect! This sweet couple loves Newfields and Virginia Fairbanks Park so having their engagement session here was a fantastic fit. Derek actually proposed to Mariel at Virginia Fairbanks […] The post Newfields Engagement Photos on Film | Mariel and Derek appeared first on colettelucille.com ..read more

In late winter, I had the honor of documenting the pregnancy of beautiful Teresa along with her husband, Stephen. Studio sessions are a great option for portrait sessions during the winter so you don’t have to worry about the cold and wind. The beautiful Aspring Eden studio in downtown Indianapolis provided us the perfect space for this shoot. Their studio offers multiple backgrounds and elements which aided in making Teresa’s vision come to life. Her first outfit was a classic black dress which paired perfectly with Stephen’s sharp blazer and classic mock neck. I loved the relaxed white butto ..read more

On a sunny, July morning, Eileen got ready in her childhood bedroom with mom by her side. After the jewelry was fastened and perfume added, Dad came up to see his beautiful daughter for the first time in her wedding dress. Eileen’s mother looked on with pride. It was one of my many favorite moments of their incredible day. Right before we left the room, Dad knelt down to help Eileen put on her wedding shoes. Behind every incredible bride are parents who loved and sacrificed so much. This sweet moment was one of the many that made Eileen and Nick’s day a very special one. Eileen and Nick were m ..read more