Photography Blog: Tips, Stories, and Inspiration

My son recently had his preschool prep graduation at My Gym in Lafayette. Other parents kept asking, “How do you get him to pose like that?” The secret isn’t forcing perfect smiles or demanding they look at the camera. Since day one, I’ve made photography a positive experience. Instead of fighting his natural silliness and […]

Your engagement isn’t just a milestone; it’s a story in motion—one full of laughter, quiet glances, and the kind of moments you’ll want to remember exactly as they felt. That’s where engagement photography comes in.  Whether you’re planning a wedding or simply want to freeze this chapter in time, understanding what goes into the cost […]

You’ve spent months planning the perfect day, from the vows to the velvet ribbons on the bouquet, but when the cake is gone and the music fades, what’s left are the memories—and the photographs that bring them vividly back to life.  Wedding photography is more than a service; those photos are how you’ll remember your […]

Will’s Surprise Proposal at The Honeycomb Chicago Will and Elizabeth live in San Francisco right now but are moving to Chicago so Will can start business school. It’s perfect because his twin sister already lives in Chicago! Will originally reached out about the surprise proposal at the end of 2024. He was wanting to propose […]

Skylar and Noah’s Tippecanoe Courthouse Wedding Skylar and Noah tied the knot at the Tippecanoe County Courthouse in May 2024, with a full wedding celebration for family and friends planned for November 2024. Their intimate courthouse ceremony included both immediate families, along with Noah’s best friend and one of his favorite professors. The ceremony was […]

Chicago Riverwalk Engagement Photos Against the backdrop of Chicago’s iconic skyline—a landscape that holds special meaning for this athletic couple who regularly run its streets together—Prathayini and Trevor’s engagement session captured the essence of their relationship. As a Chicago wedding and engagement photographer for years, I knew exactly where to take them for those perfect […]

Engagement photos in Chicago is a beautiful way to capture the love and excitement shared between you and your partner. As you embark on your journey toward marriage, Downtown Chicago, with its iconic skyline and vibrant urban landscape, provides a stunning backdrop for engagement photography cherished images. To help you make the most out of […]

When you are engaged and getting closer to the big day, Chicago wedding photos is always at the top of mind. Where should you do these photos? What are the best locations for engagements and wedding photos? For us at BLP, the key to good wedding photos is an engagement session! Why? Because this is […]

If you are engaged, you may be looking for Indianapolis wedding photography locations. Indianapolis, affectionately known as the Crossroads of America, offers a rich tapestry of locations that are perfect for capturing the essence of love through photograph. Whether you are drawn to the elegance of historic gardens or the dynamic energy of urban landscapes, […]