Lightbox's 5 Year Anniversary Recap!

Lightbox Turns 5!

We had the best time celebrating 5 amazing years of Lightbox on Tuesday, October 1st! Our natural light studio and event space has come a long way, and it felt so special to open our doors and celebrate with all of you.

All photos are courtesy of Ally Jeppsen Photography

We couldn’t resist setting up a fun photo op on our rolling backdrop, complete with a beautiful balloon install by Dreamy & Darling Creations. Our "In the Studio" design added a fun touch, and it was the perfect spot for everyone to snap a few pics and capture the vibe of the night.

What’s a party without snacks, right? Our “sips and dips” setup was a hit, with a mocktail bar from 417 Cocktails and some seriously tasty dips—spinach and artichoke, queso, and hummus with a mix of chips, veggies, and pita. So good!

LaLa Links set up their permanent jewelry bar, and it was a huge hit! Guests had the chance to purchase custom pieces throughout the night, adding a fun, personalized touch to the event. It was the perfect way for everyone to take home a little extra sparkle!

To top it all off, we gave away over $900 in prizes, including a Nespresso machine and a free studio photo shoot with Portrait Novella. We loved being able to give a little something back to the people who’ve supported us over the years!

THANK YOU!

This night was so special, filled with warmth not just from the fall-themed decor and cozy seating, but from the wonderful conversations and connections happening throughout the night. Whether guests were enjoying snacks, chatting over mocktails, or snapping photos at our backdrop, the good vibes were everywhere. We’re beyond grateful for everyone who has been a part of our journey, and a huge shout-out to Ally Jeppsen Photography for perfectly capturing all the fun! Here’s to many more years of Lightbox!

Meet The Team

The success of Lightbox over the past five years is all thanks to the incredible support from our community. While we’ve loved providing a space where creativity shines, it’s the people who’ve trusted us—whether for a photo shoot, event, or just to stop by—that have made it all possible. Behind the scenes, our team is dedicated to making Lightbox the special place it is: Hannah DeVries, our owner, pours her heart into every aspect of the studio; Bekah Knapp, our creative coordinator and socials manager, brings fresh ideas and energy; and Hannah Lyle, our studio assistant, ensures everything runs seamlessly. We’re honored to do what we love, but it’s the support from all of you that keeps us going!

Jensen & Roderick's Summer Elopement in a Photo Studio

Picture this: an intimate summertime elopement in a bright white studio with beautiful floral arrangements decorating the space where you say your “I’ do’s.” All of your closest friends and family are there to celebrate you. Sounds dreamy, right? That is exactly the day that Jensen and Roderick had at Lightbox this summer! Being witness to their day was so special and we are so excited to share their story with you!

Notes from the Newlyweds:

Q: How did you meet?

A: We are high school sweethearts! He was a senior and I was a Freshman. 

Q: What was your proposal like?

A: We took a break after 6 years together and God brought us back together a year and half later so it was no surprise that we were ready to spend forever with each other. We had been talking about it for a long time so it seemed impossible to be surprised. One day when I was napping he came in and put the ring on my finger and when I woke up he said “Jensen Breeze will you marry me?” He did so good at catching me off guard and it was so genuine!

Q: What made you want to have an intimate wedding rather than a big, traditional wedding?

A: We originally wanted to elope but still wanted our family present. So when I saw Lightbox does intimate ceremonies, we were sold at the idea of not stressing over a big venue and still having our loved ones included. 

Q: Where did you find your wedding day inspiration?

A: I knew I wanted it to be very simplistic but elegant so we chose white and greenery. I was constantly checking Pinterest and my Instagram reels became full of wedding tips and ideas. 

Q: Why did you choose Lightbox as your wedding venue?

A: We chose Lightbox for the simplistic and elegant look. We loved the beautiful spiral staircase and the light it brought into the loft. Not to mention Hannah and Bekah were so helpful and quick to answer any concerns or questions. 

Q: What words would you use to describe your wedding day?

A: Perfect, Intimate, Elegant, Bliss

Q: What have you been up to since your wedding? What is next for you two?

A: We went on our honeymoon in Washington State! Since we have been back we are settling back into home with our two dogs Bella and Ellie. I have started graduate school in Social work. 

Q:How would you describe each other?

A: Roderick is loving, considerate, funny, personable, and compassionate. 

Jensen is beautiful, warm-hearted, intelligent, funny and my best friend.

Meet the vendors:

Photography - @Alyshaolerphotography

Dress - Gracies Bridal

Suit - Men’s Wearhouse

Florals - @Blossomandco.florals by Betime Begzati and Eventful Rental

Officiant - Frances Youngblood

Cake - Beth’s Bake Shoppe

Catering - Piccolo’s 

*Arbor & Florals not provided by Lightbox

Interested in eloping at Lightbox? Find more info here: