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Wedding couple on the grand staircase at the old courthouse in Cleveland during the Cleveland Winter wedding at the Ritz Carlton.

Max & Dana

by James & Genevieve
published on December 15th, 2016
A Winter Wedding at the Cleveland Ritz Carlton

Max and Dana’s beautiful winter wedding at the Cleveland Ritz Carlton was a night to remember for everyone involved.  It was such a pleasure getting to know their families and we were truly honored to be there to document the little moments and the grand events with our photography.

The day started with preparations at the newly renovated Ritz-Carlton.  So newly renovated, in fact, that finishing touches were being done in the bathrooms the night before.  Not every room in the hotel had yet been updated, but the pre-function area and the ballroom both had a sleek new color palate and striking new furniture.  To be honest, I’m not too terribly sad to see the paintings of the cows and horses that used to grace the walls go by the wayside.  If the ballroom is an indicator of what the rest of the hotel will look like when completed, it’s going to look terrific.

We were able to sneak onto the mezzanine at Tower City Mall just long enough for a first look before security came along and shoo’d us away.  We all hopped into the limo and made our way over to The Old Courthouse to make use of the stunning architecture and staircase with the bridal party.

As the sun began to set, we made our way back to the Ritz for the katubah signing and ceremony. This was made extra special by the fact that Max’s brother, Adam, was the officiating Rabbi for the wedding.  If officiating this wedding was the only thing he ever did with all of his rabbinical studies, it would have totally been worth it, he said.

A huge thanks has to go out to Kim Singerman and Stephen Tokar, who along with the hotel staff, helped Max, Dana, and their families plan an absolutely amazing reception.  The floral decor was stunning, the dance floor was packed, dinner was delicious, and all the moving parts of the day went off without a hitch.  We loved being part of such a fantastic team.

Max and Dana, we so glad we got to be a part of your day.  Below are some of our favorite images from the day that we are very excited to share with you.  Congrats, and enjoy!

J&G

Brides gives a toast with her bridesmaids while getting ready for her wedding at the Ritz Carlton in Cleveland. Groom fastens cufflink while preparing for his wedding at the Ritz Carlton in Cleveland. The bride's sister helps her zip up her wedding gown. Groom adjusting his bow time in a mirror. Bride getting into her wedding dress on her wedding day. Broom in an elevator as the elevator doors close. Bride's father sneaks up behind the groom before their first look. Bride and groom see each other for the first time on their wedding day. Bride and groom kissing with a smile on her face. Bridal portrait near the railing at Tower City Mall in Cleveland. Bridal portrait with a reflection at the Ritz Carlton in Cleveland. Black and white portrait of bride and groom in front of a window. Bride and groom framed in front of a window at the Ritz Carlton in Cleveland. Bride and groom pose for a portrait in the lobby of the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Cleveland. Portrait of the bride and groom in lobby of the Ritz Carlton. Bridal party on the main floor of the Old Courthouse in Downtown Cleveland. Bridesmaids in front of an iron grated door. Groomsmen in front of an iron grated door. Bridal party at the Old Courthouse in Lakeside Avenue. Bridal party portrait at the Cleveland Courthouse. Groom kisses bride's cheek near the staircase at the old courthouse. Black and white of the bride and groom in the Old Courthouse staircase. Wedding couple on the grand staircase at the old courthouse in Cleveland. Portrait of the groom on his wedding day. Portait of the bride on her wedding day on at the old courthouse. Siloutte of wedding couple at the old courthouse in Cleveland. Bride and groom walk down grand staircase at the old courthouse. The huppah for Dana and Max's wedding at the Cleveland Ritz Carlton. Dramatic portrait of Max and his groomsmen. Sister helps grandma with her dress. Witness signs the katubah at Dana and Max's wedding. Max looks at Dana while holder her hand during the katubah signing. Family watches on as the katubah is signed at the Ritz Carlton. Bride's dad gives the bride a thumbs up before walking down the aisle. Dramatic portrait of the bride against a black background. The bride walks down the aisle with her mother and father. The bride's dad kisses her on the cheek during the ceremony. The bride circles the groom during the ceremony. Bride and groom hold hands under the huppah at the wedding ceremony. Overview of Dana and Max's ceremony at the Cleveland Ritz Carlton. Guests watch on during the ceremony. Dana and Max under the chuppah. Max does a fist pump during the ceremony at the Ritz Carlton. Max gives a hive five as Dana and Max walk back down the aisle at the end of the ceremony. A tall table centerpiece for Dana and Max's wedding reception at the Cleveland Ritz Carlton Hotel. A short table centerpiece for Dana and Max's wedding reception at the Cleveland Ritz Carlton Hotel. Dana gives her Dad a high five as they are announced into the reception. Dana dances with her sister during the reception at the Ritz Carlton. Max dances surrounded by groomsmen during the reception at the Ritz Carlton. Dana and Max during the hora. Guests dance and celebrate during the reception. Family members react during the toasts at the reception. Max and Dana react to the toasts during the reception. Two wedding guests dance cheek to cheek during the reception. Dana dances with her Dad during the reception at the Ritz Carlton.

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