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A wedding is a celebration of love, unity, and the beginning of a beautiful journey together. Amanda and Jimmy’s wedding day was nothing short of magical, filled with heartfelt emotions, joyous celebrations, and an undeniable connection between the couple and their loved ones. From getting ready at Kathryn’s Bridal Bar in Indianapolis to the traditional […]

Amanda & Jimmy | A Memorable Ritz Charles Garden Pavilion Wedding in Carmel, Indiana

June 30, 2023

Weddings

Kaitlin Mendoza Photography photographed a Ritz Charles Garden Pavilion wedding in Carmel, Indiana

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Love has a way of finding its path in the most unexpected places, and for Danielle and Josh, it was through mutual friends at a holiday party. From that moment on, their connection grew stronger, and they embarked on a beautiful journey together. Their love story led them to a picturesque engagement on the sandy […]

Danielle & Josh | Engagement Photos on the Canal Walk in Indianapolis

June 27, 2023

Couples

Kaitlin Mendoza Photography captured engagement photos on the canal walk in Indianapolis for Danielle and Josh.

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Shortly after Shayla and her husband Miles found out they were pregnant, they asked me to photograph lifestyle newborn photos for when their first baby arrived and also wanted to add on a maternity mini session as well.  The golden light during their Spring maternity photos as their Indianapolis maternity photographer at 100 Acre Park […]

The Riley-Burke Family | Indianapolis Maternity Photographer

June 19, 2023

Families

Kaitlin Mendoza Photography is an Indianapolis Maternity Photographer who took photos for the Riley-Burke family.

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You might remember Sondra and Dylan –  if the names don’t ring a bell, you may recognize their iconic engagement photos running in front of the Soldiers & Sailors Monument! I had so much fun taking Sondra and Dylan’s engagement photos, and getting to know this couple. These two got married last summer, and because […]

Sondra + Dylan | Intentional Small Wedding in Indianapolis

June 19, 2023

Weddings

​​An intentional small wedding in Indianapolis photographed by the Kaitlin Mendoza Photography associate team.

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Perfect weather, the smell of fresh Spring blooms and a beautiful family?  That’s exactly what this session was!  The Emperor Family’s Spring maternity photos in Carmel, Indiana at Coxhall Gardens couldn’t have been more perfect. I can’t wait to share these images with you today on the blog!  It’s never too late to book your […]

The Emperor Family | Maternity Photos in Carmel, Indiana

June 8, 2023

Families

Kaitlin Mendoza Photography captured maternity photos in Carmel, Indiana for The Emperor Family

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Katie and Joe met me at The Palladium on the most gorgeous evening – the first great day of spring weather this year! I was so excited to meet these two and sneak in one more engagement session before our second baby was born. You can imagine how flattered and surprised I was when Katie […]

Katie and Joe | Engagement Photos at The Palladium in Carmel, Indiana

May 18, 2023

Couples

Kaitlin Mendoza Photography captured the engagement photos at The Palladium in Carmel, Indiana for Katie and Joe.

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You may recognize The Smith family from their adorable winter family and maternity session at Dulls Tree Farm.  Fast forward to early April, just a week before the due date of my own second baby, and I had the honor of being their newborn photographer in Indianapolis to document this season with the newest member […]

Baby Harper | Newborn Photographer in Indianapolis

May 18, 2023

Newborn

The Smith Family had Kaitlin Mendoza Photography, a newborn photographer in Indianapolis, photograph newborn photos in their home.

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As an Indianapolis Wedding Photographer, I’ve photographed nearly 100 weddings and am constantly learning wedding trends and tips. I always try my hardest to share what I’ve learned over the years with couples who may still be planning their day. Today I want to tell you everything you need to know about tented weddings. Many […]

Everything You Need To Know About Tented Weddings | Indianapolis Based Destination Wedding Photographer

May 12, 2023

Weddings

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Bringing life into this world and growing your family is one of the most beautiful things, but it can also be a really hard period.  Pregnancy can be a doozy, between the swollen ankles, weight gain, nausea and finding new clothes to wear every few months.  Then labor day comes, and no matter what kind […]

What to Have at Home After Giving Birth

May 12, 2023

Newborn

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I may be a successful Indianapolis based destination wedding photographer, but since starting my own family a few years ago, I’ve become passionate about newborn photography as well. I can’t wait to tell you more about what lifestyle newborn photography is and how my personal experience with it ignited a passion to serve families with […]

What is Lifestyle Newborn Photography, and Why I’m Passionate About It | Lifestyle Newborn Photographer in Indianapolis

April 8, 2023

Newborn