Lantern Tree Photography

Name: Lantern Tree Photography
Address: Indianapolis, IN, US
Telephone: +13177529671

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Lantern Tree Photography

Indianapolis wedding, family, newborn & senior photographer. And pictures. LOTS of pictures! If you feel the same, let's talk! I think I can help.

You know how it goes--those special moments pass, our children grow too quickly, the big day is over before we know it. And if you're like me, you're left with just a cloudy memory, wishing you could go back there just one more time. So my home is flooded with the things that remind me of the moments I want to hold on to forever--books from my childhood, the lantern from my wedding, the cherry blo

ssom from last Mother's Day. Capturing that little smile or sweet kiss on camera means that I'll never lose that moment. Shannon Beaver

317. 752. 9671
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See more at lanterntreephotography.com

04/23/2026

The 2026 school year is coming to a close, and we've had a sudden surge of seniors scheduling their sessions at the last minute. We don't mind at all over here--senior year is kind of a busy one, we get it. 😵‍💫 Also cause there's a certain senior in one of our own homes that still hasn't finished his senior shoot. Better late than never, right guys?

Note: These four seniors are not among the last-minute surge. Don't go giving these guys a hard time or anything. 🙃

04/10/2026

A quick reminder: moms deserve to be in the photos too.

Not just the ones holding the snacks, fixing the hair, wiping the faces, and standing just outside the frame saying, “No no, just get the kids.”

Years from now, your kids won’t care if the house was messy or if everyone’s shirts matched perfectly--They’ll just want to see you in the pictures with them.

The hugs.
The laughter.
The way you looked at them.

And this goes for grandmas too—the ones who somehow manage to spoil everyone and still say, “Oh I don’t need to be in it.”

You do. You absolutely do.

So if someone in your life happens to be wondering what to give Mom (or Grandma) for Mother’s Day… photos with the people she loves most are a pretty good place to start. 💛

04/02/2026

One of the most common questions couples and families ask us:

“Where should we take our photos?”

We put together a list of our favorite photo locations around Indianapolis. Spoiler alert: These two photos are from our two of our MOST favorite spots. In fact, we call this particular wall "Shannon's favorite wall." 🤣

If you'd like the guide, comment LOCATION and we'll send it your way. 📸🌆🌅

PS. . . YES, we chose moms with their kids here as a reminder to you dads that Mother's Day is around the corner!!

03/30/2026

Favorite venue highlight!! 🚃 Kennedy Estate | Lizton, IN

Not just any old barn venue! With wide-open fields (complete with a ferris wheel and train car!), perfect string lights, and a cedar barn that opens up to a stunning porch--weddings here feel totally unique. Kennedy Estate is ideal for couples who want that laid-back, country feel with classy, polished touches right here in good ole Indiana. And the staff is always above and beyond, which is the icing on the wedding cake if you ask us. 😂🍰

*More of our favorite venues linked in our bio!

03/29/2026

Senior Sunday: This kid has worked HARD to get to graduation, and we're so proud that the day is almost here. We were talking about his graduation party earlier, and it's overwhelming how many amazing people have helped Trenton get to this huge milestone. You know who you are, so be on the lookout for an invitation--and if every one of you show up to this party, we're gonna have to rent out somewhere with better parking. 🤣

And yeah, this is the only senior photo this kid has right now--we actually need to take his senior photos, like ASAP. Don't worry, he reminds me almost daily. ;) Anyone else procrastinate on these things? Probably just us photographers. 😬📸

03/26/2026

Favorite venue highlight!!
🖤 INDUSTRY 828 | Downtown Indianapolis

If you’re dreaming of an industrial-chic vibe, Industry nails it. It's one of our long-standing favorite Indiana wedding venues, and we think you'll see why: Exposed brick, steel beams, tall windows—it’s moody, modern, and full of character. We love how couples make this space their own with creative florals, unique ceremony layouts and elegant tablescapes.

The venue team here is top-notch. They treat every wedding like it’s the only one on the calendar, which makes everything feel smooth and stress-free. Plus, being right in the heart of Indy means endless photo ops nearby—think skyline views, murals, and city lights (and a photobomb by Lucas Oil Statium from the parking lot!).

*wanna see the rest of our favorite Indiana venues? Link in our bio!

03/22/2026

Newly engaged? Here are 3 things couples should know before their wedding day:

1️⃣ Plan your ceremony about 2 hours before sunset for the most beautiful light.

2️⃣ Build 10–15 minutes of quiet time together after the ceremony. Those photos are always the most emotional. Bonus points if you schedule it at sunset.

3️⃣ Engagement sessions make your wedding photos feel effortless because you’ll already know how it feels to be in front of the camera.

If you're planning a wedding and still looking for a photographer, we'd love to chat and hear what you’re dreaming up.

Comment ENGAGED or send us a message and we'll send over our wedding guide.

03/19/2026

Perfectly behaved kids actually make boring photos. 😳😬

The magic usually happens when kids are running, laughing, and being completely themselves.

Those in-between moments—the giggles, the chaos, the hugs—are what make family photos feel real.

So when you come to a session with us, don’t worry about perfect behavior. Just focus on loving your people. We'll take care of the rest.

We have lots more info and tips in our Family Session Guide! It's free, so DM or comment below if you want us to send it your way.

03/15/2026

The best proposals have a secret audience… and sometimes it’s two photographers.

Weeks before this moment, we were quietly making a plan together—choosing the location, watching the weather, and figuring out exactly where we could hide without being noticed.

When the day arrives, one of us stays closer to the the proposer while the other is farther away, maybe doing our best impression of tourists with cameras… casually photographing the scenery and definitely not waiting for a life-changing moment.

Then it happens.
The walk to the perfect spot.
A nervous pause.
The question.
Surprise, laughter, happy disbelief… and the realization that the moment had been captured the whole time.

Proposal photography is a little planning, a little storytelling, and just a touch of paparazzi.

And honestly, getting to witness the start of a new chapter like this never gets old. 💍

03/14/2026

The biggest mistake parents make before family photos?

Trying too hard to prepare their kids.

Before sessions, parents often tell us they’ve been reminding their kids to behave and give big smiles. But the truth is—pressure makes kids shut down. The best preparation is actually the simplest: tell them you’re going to spend some fun time together as a family! That's it.

To be honest, this goes for dads and moms, too! Take the pressure off yourselves and let us do the work of getting those real smiles--that's our job, and we come with plenty of tricks from our years of experience on this side of the camera.

So show up for your family session ready to relax, have some fun and let the real smiles show up-- those are the moments worth remembering anyway. 😉

Save this if you have family photos coming up this year. ✨📸

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http://www.lanterntreephotography.com/

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