Indianapolis Boutique Wedding Photographers

Young & In Love: Michael + Alicia

Cory + Jackie — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:58:49 +0000

Alicia is soft spoken and sweet: an RN working with infants. Michael, strong and stable: an RN working with open heart surgery. They compliment each other in so many ways. They share the same passions and desires. They know what it means to be strong, caring, and gentle! I believe that these are the characteristics that will make for an great marriage.

Alica + Michael you two absolutely perfect together!

I love how the light wraps around them!! Absolutely GORGEOUS!!

We loved every minute with these two!

The engagement session was so much fun, and we can’t wait for their wedding this summer in Evansville! Alicia you are going to make an absolutely gorgeous bride!

Happy 1st Anniversary: Adam + Brittany

Cory + Jackie — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:57:06 +0000

A year ago today Adam + Brittany got married at the Indianapolis Zoo in the botanical gardens. It was the perfect backdrop! You had the vibrant greenery of the gardens and adjacent, the Indianapolis Skyline! These two are such a sweet couple! I have no doubt in mind that there will be many anniversaries to be celebrated!

I loved how much she and Adam laughed together!!! She was glowing the whole day!!!

Plus, Brittany has an amazing smile! *Crinkled nose smiles are my favorite!*-J

Brittany- you are stunning!!!

This was the view from the reception room at the Zoo. Such an amazing view and an amazing couple!!!

Adam + Brittany, we hope you had a wonderful 1st year of marriage! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your wedding!!

Wedding Day Timeline + Tips (pt. 2)

Cory + Jackie — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:00:31 +0000

Last week we went over a few things just to help you start planning your wedding day timeline. I apparently got a little over zealous and used most of my tips, so this week we only have a few more.

1. Getting ready at the same location:

We always recommend getting ready at one location, specifically a hotel close to your venue if possible. Many couples choose to get ready at their parents’ homes, and we definitely get why: 1) it saves money and 2) their is a certain sentimental factor. These really are both great reasons, but from our experiences, it rarely turns out as expected. Getting ready at home is usually much more stressful than you anticipate. You now have family, bridesmaids, friends, makeup artists, hair stylists, and delivery people all at the house, and you or your parents often end up playing host rather than enjoying the morning. Plus, with everyone in one location we can easily get photos of both the ladies and the gentleman without commuting and spending the extra time driving around town. Above all we suggest this because we want you to be able to relax, enjoy yourself, and take in the morning, rather than watch it go by in a blur.

As an added bonus with the extra time you have, you can write a sweet little note to your wife/husband to be.

Most hotels have a bar, which I’ve never heard a groomsman complain about

2. Providing transportation

If you’re really looking to save time, providing transportation for the bridal party is a big plus, specifically if we’re doing photos downtown or commuting. If everyone rides together than you don’t have to worry about finding parking, dealing with traffic, or losing groomsmen along the way.

3. Planning for family formals

Trying to organize family can sometimes be like herding cats. (yes, that’s an illustration my grandpa would use, but still it’s apropos) To help with this we try to limit the “Family Formals” to immediate family {Grandparents, Parents, & Siblings} This way your family photos don’t take time away from photos with your new hubby, and you can go straight to the reception without making all of the guests wait. For photos with aunts, uncles, and cousins we’ve found it easiest to take those at the reception.

4. Enjoy yourself

As much as you plan, you can’t prepare for everything. So make sure you take time and enjoy it.

These are just a few things we’ve learned a long the way. Hopefully they will help when you’re planning things out

Head over Heels: Derek + Jen

Cory + Jackie — Tue, 08 May 2012 01:30:28 +0000

It all started at the fabulous Forty-Five restaurant downtown on Mass Ave. Derek and Jen were both attending a cystic fibrosis benefit. It was there that Derek took notice to Jen. {How you could you not? She is absolutely gorgeous!!!} I love that they met at an event that is about helping others. It really says something about these two!

One thing I took notice about Derek, is that he adores Jen! He would do absolutely anything for her. Anything? Yes, even fly halfway around the world to surprise Jen in Ireland and propose! I mean, seriously, this is the stuff movies are made out of!!! He really goes above and beyond! So I have no doubt in mind that if Jen ever asks for the moon, Derek will give it to her. He won’t even think twice about it.

Jen is absolutely beautiful! Of course Derek is a great looking guy {Jen admitted it was one of reasons she agreed to go on a date with him} ; ) Jen has such an energy about her that you feel like you know her immediately! I can definitely see why these two have such great chemistry together!

I love crinkled nose smiles!!!

Jen + Derek both get the award for having perfect hair.

I love Jen’s engagement ring! It is not your typical engagement ring, which is why I love it so much!

Jen, you are STUNNING!! I mean, really, you are beautiful!

They are so cute together!!

Jen, you have an amazing taste in clothing!!! The dress is perfect!

I love how Derek loves Jen. You can tell by the way he looks at her. It is really all so sweet!

I am telling you, this girl has great style! I especially loved her choice in heels! I think I need take Jen shoe shopping with me!!! I love these!

After spending the evening with these two, we really got to see how great they are together. Constantly laughing with (at) each other, joking around, and genuinely having a good time. You can tell how much these two are really in love! We have no doubt their wedding will be a highlight to our summer!! -J

Your Wedding Day Timeline Part 1

Cory + Jackie — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:59:15 +0000

Aside from deciding who to invite to the wedding (or where to sit them at the reception) one of the hardest parts of planning your wedding is figuring out the timeline. If you have a planner, Awesome! They will take care of most of that for you. If not, (and you want one) let us know, and we’ll send you to an amazing one. But just to give you an idea of how to plan ahead we’ve put together a few things that will be helpful in planning your timeline. We’ve broken it up into 2 parts just because it’s a lot of information

1. How much time should I allot for photos?

In an ideal scenario we suggest setting aside 30 minutes per group being photographed (bridesmaids, groomsman, bridal party, & family) and 45 min for the Bride + Groom. So all in all 2:45 -3 hrs We can for sure do it in less time, but this gives us plenty of time to be creative, and as an added bonus it has a built in buffer just in case things are running behind. I know, I know, weddings never run behind. : ) Don’t forget travel time either. If you’re wanting photos somewhere away from the ceremony/reception venue make sure you allot enough time to get there and back.

2. When should we do our First Look?

First Looks are AH-MAZING. When else on your wedding day are you going to get time for just the two of you?? But explaining that is a post in and of itself. So if you’re planning a first look you should consider scheduling it about 3 hours (+ travel time) before the ceremony. This way we can get all of your photos taken before the wedding and you go straight to the reception/cocktail hour with your guests.

3. What about a receiving line?

Something that is often overlooked in the timeline is the receiving line. Nothing can eat away your time like a receiving line. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not that we don’t like receiving lines, but they always take longer than expected. If you want a receiving line we suggest one of two things: 1.) Allot 30 seconds of time per guest. So for every 100 guest plan to add 45 min. or 2) Greet the guests by table at the reception. This eliminates a lot of awkward hugging, and lets your guests head straight to the reception instead of standing in line to exit.

4. Should I plan a cocktail hour? How long should it be?

We always suggest a cocktail hour, for two main reasons. 1) This gives us time to sneak you and your new hubby away to get a few glowy sunset photos before the reception. 2) It gives us time to photograph all your amazing details at the reception before guest enter. If everyone heads straight to the reception venue after the wedding it’s sometime difficult to get all the detail photos before people arrive. If you’re doing a first reveal then 45 min- 1hr is plenty long enough, but if you’re not seeing each other before the wedding, you should try to set aside 1:30-2hrs between ceremony and reception so we can finish all of the photos.

Next week we’ll post a few more tips to help when planning your timeline!

Sanibel + Sun + Film

Cory + Jackie — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 01:12:04 +0000

After 10 days of vacation (much needed) we’re back! But we couldn’t help doing at least one photo shoot wile we were there. So, While we were on Sanibel Island, we met up with our friend Cody and his girlfriend, Kristin. We met up with Cody last year for an engagement shoot on Sanibel as well, and it was so great to be able to catch up with him, and meet Kristin. Cody is a photographer in the Tampa area, and he just recently got a Contax 645 (AH-MAZING). He allowed Cory to take a few photos with it, and that was more than enough for him to add it to his birthday list.

Sunrise photo shoots are awesome (when you can actually wake up that early) So we decided that we would wake up early, drive around the island, and take a few photos of Cody and his beautiful girlfriend, Kristin. As an added bonus, Cody took some photos of us with his Contax. (which we are dying to see!) -J

How cute are they? I mean, seriously, it’s crazy how great they look together!

I love the colors and hues the ocean water gives. More photos shoots in Florida…yes, please!

Contax 645= Cory needs to guard his heart! Kristin= Cody needs to guard his heart!

Kristin has a gorgeous smile!!!

Beaches, Sperrys, Family, Oh My.

Cory + Jackie — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 01:56:15 +0000

It has officially begun. Our annual family vacation to Sanibel Island. The next 8 days will be filled with sand castles, suntan lotion, and ice cream cones.

We usually enjoy visiting new and exciting places, but there is something about coming here every year with our family. It’s quiet, quaint, and familiar. It’s probably the most relaxing week of the year!
We’ll try to keep up with blogging while we’re away, but we can’t make any promises. The best way to keep up is with our Instagram feed. So, if you have instagram be sure to follow us @coryandjackie, and if you don’t, you can keep up with our feed at: http://statigr.am/coryandjackie

I feel like we should have hung a “gone fishing” sign on our studio

Timeless Love: Mikael + Laura

Cory + Jackie — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:34:03 +0000

He met her just after returning from two months in Europe. They were both with friends at a tennis match; afterwards everyone went out for drinks, and it was then that Mikael took notice of Laura… It’s always about the perfect timing.

Last year, on Laura’s birthday, she was sure that Mikael was going to propose. But at the end of the night, Mikael still hadn’t asked her to be his wife. She had hoped that day would have ended with a ring on her hand. But once again, it was all meant to be at the perfect time. Ten days later, Mikael and Laura were at the lake house where he completely surprised her and asked her to be his wife.

Here they are, a few months away from the day they will promise each other, and it will be at the most perfect timing.

Enjoy these photos from their engagement session at the Lake House where Mikael proposed to Laura. -J

Laura + Mikael, you two are perfect together!

I love these buoys!!! I love her ring even more!!! -J

I love ‘almost’ kisses!!

Mikael you look very handsome, and Laura you are the perfect compliment to him!

That dress is amazing! I love Laura + Mikael’s taste in clothing!

Perfect! A glass of wine would complete this!

How awesome is this vintage paddle boat!!!??

Laura, you are beautiful!

I love how Mikael pulls in Laura close!!!So cute!

Laura you have a great smile!! Mikael, I am positive that you will always have Laura smiling!

Mikael + Laura we had a great time hanging out with you two and getting to know you both better!!! We cannot wait for your wedding!!!

Beach + Tunes = May giveaway

Cory + Jackie — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 01:35:10 +0000

Next Thursday our airport withdrawal will come to an end. We’re flying to Sanibel Island for our annual family vacation with Cory’s parents and his sister’s family. We look forward to this every year! We bike around the island, walk up and down the beach collecting seashells, talk about our dreams, and have plenty of pool time with our sweet little nieces

As we’re planning for our 10 days of beachy bliss, we’re packing up lots of books and loading up our iPhones with tons of vacation worthy tunes. So in honor of our trip, our next giveaway is a free iTunes gift card (winner announced May 1).

To win you have to do 2 things:

1.-like our Facebook page: Facebook.com/coryandjackie
2.-leave a comment telling us what 1 song needs to be on our vacation mix.

P.S. If you’re a fellow instagramer you should follow us (coryandjackie) so you can see all of the craziness that will be our vacation.

P.P.S. Here is the #1 song on Cory’s Vaca Mix:

Here’s Jackie’s

Lets just say we have slightly different music tastes : )

Love Birds: Chad + Gillian

Cory + Jackie — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 23:12:41 +0000

So here is a little background. I received a phone call last week from Chad asking if we could photograph his proposal to his girlfriend, Gillian. I (Jackie) was beyond excited!!! We rarely get to photograph the actual proposal. So he discussed his plans and Cory and I met at an undisclosed Starbucks to finalize the details. He told us their story of how they became a couple almost a year ago and gushed about how much he was in love with Gillian. Seriously, single ladies this guy is so sweet and genuine, you might want to be a little sad that is officially taken. However, I know there are some other great guys out there! (so not to worry)

So, last night Cory and I arrived a little early to the Broad Ripple Arts Center and anxiously awaited Chad + Gillian’s arrival after their dinner at Mama Carolla’s. (a great Italian restaurant from what I hear) We staked the locations where we would be inconspicuous. So we went over where Chad planned to get down on one knee and had our plan on how to discretely photograph everything without Gillian noticing. Well, Chad and Gillian took a different path than anticipated. That through us for a loop!!! I thought for sure that Gillian would notice me off to the distance being a nervous nelly! However, everything worked out perfectly!!!! It was sweet, romantic, and perfectly intimate. Confession: I may or may of not got misty eyed. I will let the rest of the photos tell how it all unfolded!

This is where I thought Chad + Gillian would go straight and I would follow behind. They turned left and I was starting to feel my heart beat a little faster!!!

Cory had the perfect view!! He was far enough away (70-200mm) to get this great intimate moment!

Going for the ring!!!

Chad on bended knee asking Gillian to be his forever!!!

Awww, yay!!! The newly engaged couple!!!

After Gillian said yes, we took a few pictures of them basking in their newly engaged glow!!

Ummm, yea, look at that RING!! Gorg! Chad did a great job on picking out the ring!!

P.S. It is from a local jeweler here in Indianapolis, G.Thrapp Jewelers. (hint, hint gentlemen)

These two are so cute together!! Gillian, you are truly just as beautiful as Chad said you were!!

Afterwards, Chad had a table waiting for them at Plumps in Broad Ripple where they had their first date exactly one year ago!

Congratulations Chad + Gillian!!! We couldn’t be more happy for you two!! Thank you for allowing us to be apart of such a monumental time in your lives!