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A newlywed couple embracing in a church aisle in Akron, lit by the colorful glow of stained glass windows, with romantic chiaroscuro lighting enriching the scene.

Christopher & Elizabeth

by James & Genevieve
published on January 18th, 2018
A Fall Wedding at the Marriott Key Center

Elizabeth and Christopher’s fall wedding at the Marriott Key Center was such a joy to be a part of and we are so glad that we had a chance to get to know these two and their families a little better on their big day.  Elizabeth are two very thoughtful, caring, outgoing and fun loving individuals that have the ability to make you feel instantly comfortable and welcome around them.  When we met their parents, it was easy to see where these traits came from.

The day started with wedding day prep at the Marriott where we would eventually return for the reception.  Elizabeth and Chris had gifts for their bridal parties and exchanged gifts and letters to each other.  We love seeing our couples write letters to each other; it’s an amazing way to make a connection on your wedding day and really helps set the tone for for the rest of the day.

The day continued with a first look at Wade Lagoon, which we basically had all to ourselves.  The fall colors where absolutely stunning around the lagoon and we had a fun, relaxed time with Elizabeth and Chris as we walked around the grounds with them.  The bridal party joined us for a short while before we all walked across the street to the stunningly gorgeous and historic University Circle United Methodist Church for the ceremony.

The fine folks at Pieter Bouterse Studio and the staff at the Marriott took Elizabeth’s vision and turned into a reality that surpassed their most ambitions expectations.  They transformed the entire room into a cozy, welcoming environment that was the perfect setting for the night’s celebrations. And to polish it off, our good friend Scott E. Jones MC’d the night and provided the music and entertainment for the dance floor.

Chris and Elizabeth – thank you so much for trusting us with your wedding photos and for making us feel so welcome and at home with your friends and family.  You all have been an absolutely pleasure to work with!  Here are some of our favorites from the day with much more coming soon!

A bride smiles brightly as her makeup is being applied, seen through a mirror reflection in a warmly lit room at her Akron wedding reception. An elegant wedding dress hangs from a curtain rod in a dimly lit hotel room, illuminated by soft light from a nearby lamp, with a plush armchair to the side, setting the mood for the upcoming wedding ceremony. A man in a white shirt and suspenders adjusting his tie in a mirror while another man assists him, warmly lit room reflected in the round mirror at a reception. Three women in a room assisting a bride dressed in a lace wedding gown; two are fastening the back of her dress while they all share a joyful moment before the ceremony. A man in a white dress shirt and suspenders attentively adjusts his tie while standing by a window, with Akron city buildings visible in the background. A black and white photo of a man in a wedding suit, looking thoughtful while reading a document, his left hand resting on his chin. A black-and-white photo of a bride in a lace dress and a woman laughing and touching their faces in an emotional moment at a reception in Cleveland. A bride in a veil and her father sharing a joyful moment in a car, smiling at each other warmly before a wedding reception. A bride in a white lace gown and a groom in a black suit happily hold hands and walk along a paved path, surrounded by autumn trees and a tall hedge, in a garden setting near Cleveland. A bride in a white dress and a groom in a black suit lovingly gazing into each other's eyes during their wedding ceremony, surrounded by autumn-colored leaves.

Ceremony University Circle United Methodist Reception Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center Other Locations Wade Lagoon Musicians and DJ Cleveland Music Group Cakemakers and Bakers Wild Flour Florists Pieter Bouterse Category Weddings Tags Ballroom, Fall

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