Business Details
Your Trusted Northwest Indiana Wedding Photographer
At Region Weddings, we specialize in capturing life's most cherished moments with a unique blend of modern creativity and timeless elegance. Our team, led by award-winning photographer Steve Vansak, brings over a decade of experience documenting weddings across Northwest Indiana, Chicago, and Southwest Michigan. We combine journalistic storytelling with artistic portraiture to preserve authentic emotions and fleeting details. Our full-service approach includes coordinated photography and videography teams, ensuring comprehensive coverage from engagement sessions to post-wedding celebrations. We prioritize personalized service, offering flexible packages for traditional weddings, intimate elopements, and maternity sessions.Our commitment to quality extends to post-production, where we meticulously edit images and design custom albums. With a focus on client collaboration, we work closely with couples to create tailored timelines and location plans. Our technical expertise ensures exceptional results in diverse lighting conditions, from candlelit ceremonies to outdoor receptions. We maintain transparency in all communications, providing clear contracts and timely delivery of galleries. Our reputation for reliability and artistic excellence has been built through hundreds of satisfied clients and industry-recognized work.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Maternity Photography
Wedding Videography
Elopement Packages
Destination Weddings
Album Design
Photo Editing
Timeline Planning
Location Scouting
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of experience photographing 100+ weddings annually
- Our team includes a dedicated videographer and second photographer
- We provide customized timeline planning and location scouting
- We guarantee high-resolution digital delivery within 6 weeks
- We maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate with 5-star reviews
What people say
High quality photos
Quick turnaround time
Professional gallery design
Kind and fun to work with
Breathtaking results
Services
Wedding Photography
Our comprehensive wedding photography captures every moment from preparation to reception. We use professional-grade equipment to ensure sharp images in any lighting condition. Our team documents candid interactions and coordinates formal portraits while maintaining a discreet presence. Clients receive high-resolution digital files with printing rights and access to online galleries for easy sharing and ordering.
Wedding Videography
We offer two videography options: Short Films combining photo/video hybrid coverage, and Feature Films with multi-camera setups. Our dedicated videographer captures ceremony audio, speeches, and candid moments. Videos are professionally edited with music selection and delivered in 3-4 minute formats. Packages include drone footage and audio enhancement for complete storytelling.
Elopement Packages
Designed for smaller ceremonies, our elopement packages provide 4-hour coverage with flexible scheduling. Services include portrait sessions, ceremony documentation, and optional album creation. We accommodate courthouse weddings, backyard ceremonies, and destination elopements. Packages start at $1,000 with customization options for specific needs and locations.
Engagement Sessions
These sessions create lasting memories while helping couples acclimate to being photographed. We photograph at client-chosen locations that reflect their personalities. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours and yield images suitable for save-the-date cards and wedding displays. We provide guidance on outfit selection and posing for natural results.
Maternity Photography
Our maternity sessions celebrate the beauty of pregnancy with artistic, tasteful compositions. Sessions focus on capturing the emotional connection between parents while highlighting the mother's changing form. We offer both studio and outdoor settings with specialized posing techniques. Clients receive edited images that emphasize natural beauty and familial bonds.
People
Steve Vansak
Lead Photographer & Owner
Award-winning photographer with 10+ years documenting 100+ weddings annually. Specializes in modern-classic style blending photojournalism and portraiture. Former music producer turned visual storyteller with technical expertise in low-light photography.
Wendy
Second Photographer
Experienced associate photographer assisting with group coordination and secondary angles. Trained in Steve's signature style to ensure consistent quality across all deliverables. Handles timeline management during events.
Jaime
Videographer
Dedicated videographer with 10-year collaboration history with Steve. Specializes in multi-camera event coverage and audio capture. Oversees feature film production including ceremony details, speeches, and reception highlights.
Questions
What wedding photography packages do you offer?
We offer three-tiered packages with 10-hour coverage, second photographer options, and video add-ons. Elopement packages start at $1,000 with 4-hour coverage.
Do you provide wedding videography services?
Yes, we offer Short Films (hybrid coverage) and Feature Films with dedicated videographers. Video options start at $275 add-on fee.
Can we schedule a pre-wedding engagement session?
Yes, engagement sessions are included in premium packages or available separately. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours at client-selected locations.
What is your cancellation/refund policy?
Retainer payments are non-refundable. Balances paid in advance are transferable to rescheduled dates within 12 months of original wedding date.
How far in advance should we book your services?
We recommend booking 12-18 months ahead for peak seasons. Limited last-minute availability exists with 6+ months notice required.
Do you offer destination wedding coverage?
Yes, we travel for destination weddings. Additional travel fees apply for locations beyond 50 miles from Crown Point, Indiana.
