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Renee & Cheney – A Tudor Arms Wedding in Cleveland’s University Circle

Some things are simply meant to be. Flowers are meant to smell nice. The sun is meant to be warm. Renee & Cheney were meant to be together.

Renee & Cheney met in college through mutual friends, and it didn’t take long for them to start dating and fall in love. As I am told, things progressed quite quickly. Before long, the idea of marriage was being tossed around. I believe with concern for them both, Cheney’s parents asked him to first read a book with Renee before moving forward. The subject of the book was essentially “101 questions to know you’re meant for each other.” We wouldn’t be here today had Renee & Cheney not passed the test. Following a romantic proposal over candles and flowers, the wedding planning began. Clearly, Renee & Cheney were meant to be together.

And the above brings us to now. Renee & Cheney’s wedding at the Tudor Arms Hotel was simply gorgeous. I do mean that literally – it was simple and gorgeous. Simple in the sense that the plan was kept easy and the details were not over-done. Their wedding was gorgeous in the sense that the day was beautiful, Renee was stunning, Cheney handsome, and the little details really shown through. One of my favorite moments was a small detail executed perfectly. The wedding ceremony was held at University Circle United Methodist Church. The church arranged a special treat just for Renee and Cheney. During the recessional, rose petals were slowly dropped from high in the church’s dome, showering over Renee and Cheney as they left the ceremony.

And there are more little details to love. Renee’s dress was amazing. A “first tease” in the morning between Renee & Cheney was happy and heartfelt. Her father’s pride really shown through during his dance with his daughter. Cheney’s brother gave a really thoughtful toast, while Renee’s sister made us all laugh out loud. Renee’s mom was the cheerleader from start to finish – encouraging everyone to have fun. Last but not least, the wedding reception at the Tudor Arms was beautiful, colorful and classic.

I’m really looking forward to sharing all the moments captured with Renee and Cheney. For now though, please enjoy just a few highlights below. And in case you missed it, Renee & Cheney’s engagement session at Lakeside, Ohio can be found here.

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Wedding ceremony – University Circle United Methodist Church
Wedding reception – The Tudor Arms Hotel
Wedding dress – Brides by Demetrios
Bridesmaids dresses – Brides by Demetrios
Floral design – Countryside Florist
Cake artist – West Side Bakery
Cinematography – Candy Apple Films
Entertainment & lighting design – Rock the House

Makiko & Dylan – A Holden Arboretum Autumn Wedding

It almost seems like ages ago when Dylan, Makiko and I first met. They were just beginning to plan their autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum’s Lantern Court. Truthfully, they had me sold at autumn wedding in Holden Arboretum. It just got better as I learned more about them. Clearly they’re in love. What’s different is the distance at which their love must remain active.

After initially falling in love, they have had to maintain their relationship over great distances. It almost seems like they have spent more of their relationship apart than together. Makiko, studying biology, currently lives on the west coast. Dylan, working in a rather secret job, reside on the east coast. As it has been for quite some time. However, you never feel the distance in their relationship. Clearly, it’s a marriage made to last.

And what a marriage it was. Lantern Court was decorated beautifully for their autumn wedding. Inside, the design was sleek and featured a very Japanese flair. Outside, nature took care of the rest. The trees in early October were just beginning to turn. Hints of orange, peach, crimson and purple were popping up all over.

Below are just a few highlights from one of my favorite weddings this year.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court with Makiko and Dylan

It goes without saying that Ramona did an amazing job with the styling. The ladies came out looking gorgeous, especially the bride.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

Above, special candy favors made in the Father-of-the-bride’s home town and a very special kimono. I love the golden wave motif!

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

Little details inside Lantern Court. It’s as if everything was perfectly set for the wedding day.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

Above – I love the Makiko’s mom and Maid of Honor looking as as she get’s ready. Below, taking care of all the last details.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

What made this wedding a favorite? Makiko and Dylan’s first look photos. They came out perfectly, due completely to the moment.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

One of my favorite photos from this past year came be seen above-left. I just love the peaceful moment.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

In my world, there is nothing better than a first hug. After all, we all want to marry our best friend.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

Above, a very beautiful and very Japanese centerpiece. Below, a wonderful toast by a close friend.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court

Above, an old Polish tradition – signing to the bride and groom. Below, a first dance certainly to remember.

Autumn wedding at Holden Arboretum's Lantern Court with Makiko and Dylan

That is all for today. More is definitely coming soon. And for Makiko and Dylan, I am sure you will have many wonderful years together. And after all that time apart, I am certainly the years will be together, forever.

Katie & Jonah – Vintage-Inspired Wedding in North Canton

Storms passed through the night before and cooled the summer heat. For weeks the temperature had been in the 90’s, but it cooled off just in time. Kate and Jonah’s wedding had finally arrived. A couple week’s prior, I went down to Walsh University for some early scouting. At the time, it was hard to see a wedding taking place at the University. Sure, Walsh University and North Canton are pretty, but it just didn’t seem to fit. On the day of Kate and Jonah’s wedding, we arrived early and were immediately met with a big surprise.

Michael and I visited the Hoover Park Banquet center before we started the day. As we stood there, we looked like a couple of mouth-breathers. This couldn’t be the same place I had seen weeks prior! The whole place was complete transformed. Gone were the bland picnic tables and debris. In their place were long tables decorated ornately with white table clothes, silver chargers, unique flowers, herbs and hand-made table numbers. The place had come alive. Even the outside was refreshed. Kate and Jonah had brought in enough landscaping plants to fill the entire grounds. After we picked ourselves up off the floor, we left to start the day.

The rest of the day would be met with similar awe. Kate’s dress was gorgeous and reminded me of the dress my wife wore on our wedding day. The solarium at her parents house was the perfect place for prep. And the entire bridal party was composed on dear friends and family. And these were fun, happy friends. The kind of people I could call my friends.

Altogether, the wedding was about a surprisingly gorgeous vintage wedding design, close friends, kind family and love. Lots and lots of love. It could not have been more perfect.

And below are just a few personal favorites –