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Sarah & Mike – A Winter Wonderland Wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance

Meghan and I were early, as usual. Sarah and the ladies we running a little late. We chatted with Sarah’s father as we passed the time. He had just finished fielding a call from work, which I found surprising. I wasn’t concerned at all for the wedding schedule. By this point, I really knew Sarah and Mike well. I even knew the better part of their wedding party. All would work out just fine for their wedding.

Before too long, the ladies arrived from the salon looking their best. It was time to finish the preparation and make our way to St. Mary’s Church. But before that, there was time for little details, presents for the bride, and a quick hug from dad. Even though things started a little slow, I knew everything would go perfectly. Over the preceding months, I had gotten to know Sarah and Mike pretty well. They were referred to me by another Sarah, one of the bridesmaids. Sarah the bridesmaid and I had worked together many times before. I had even captured family photos for Sarah and her wife. Her wife also just happened to be Sarah the brides sister and Maid of Honor. Truly, it was a wedding among friends.

And what a wedding it was. I hardly know where to begin. Dad prayed before the ceremony. Mom cried for her daughter’s first dance with dad. The bride and bridesmaids looked on as the groom danced with his mom. The wedding design was amazing and unique. It was a winter wonderland theme set perfectly within the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel. Each table was decorated with a crystal centerpiece, like frozen flowers. The Renaissance was then washed in ice blue lighting. Even the dance floor was covered in icy fog during dancing. It was quite perfect. We even got a chance to incorporate the city Christmas lights.

Below are a few favorites to enjoy.
Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

Sarah and Mike's winter wonderland wedding at the Cleveland Renaissance Hotel.

So that’s all from Sarah and Mike’s winter wonderland wedding. I still can’t get over how lucky I was to be a small part of their wedding. Check back soon as I will have more weddings and engagements coming very soon.

Venue – Cleveland Renaissance Hotel
Videography – Carrol Video and Productions
Florist – Diane Petrilla
Cake artist – Mother of the Groom
Make-up – Lindsay London Bridal Beauty
Hair Stylist – Sarah Wassil

Emily & Greg – Two Moments in Time Under the Slowly Falling Snow

I’m going a little simple today. Emily and Greg recently had their engagement session. It was simple beautiful. For most of the session we were shooting under the slowly falling snow just after Christmas. Above are just two moments, captured on film.

I’m really looking forward to their wedding, which is coming up in less than two months. Hopefully we won’t have any snow for their early March wedding. On another note, I’m changing up some of the blog layout. Gone is the logo at the bottom of each photo. I rather like the more simplistic approach.

Snowy downtown Cleveland engagement session with Emily and Greg

Meredith & Hunter – Chagrin Falls Winter Engagement Session

I’m currently around 36,000 feet above Nebraska while traveling to California. I’m headed west for a rather special business workshop, but more on that later. Just before leaving, I was able to deliver Meredith and Hunter’s engagement photos to them. I just couldn’t wait until after my trip. And today I can’t wait to share with you.

We started the session simply enough – at Meredith’s family home in Hunting Valley. I met Meredith’s mom and the new dog. We chatted for a little while and then started. An easy start is typically a good start.

And Meredith and Hunter made it easy. They’re so gracious, loving and fun. Great hosts, too! The only hard part was the name confusion. Everytime Meredith beckoned one of us, we would both respond. It’s rare to meet another Hunter, so I’m accustom to responding whenever I hear my name. I’m sure we’ll get it right by the wedding.

To cap off their engagement session, we headed into downtown Chagrin Falls – a personal favorite of mine . Even more so at Christmas. And Chagrin Falls is special for Meredith and Hunter as well. Hunter actually proposed right by the waterfall.

Below are just a few favorites from their lovely engagement session.

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session

Of course their new dog had to be the center of attention, and so cute!

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Speaking of cute, how about Meredith’s dress and Huner’s bow tie.

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Above, sometimes love is spontaneous. Below, visiting Jeni’s ice cream.

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
I love the last couple with the lights in the background. We really lucked out and caught the Christmas lights at just the right time of day. That’s all for today. Stop back soon as we will have more sessions coming soon.

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