Il Venetian Archives

Il Venetian is a modern Italian fine dining restaurant located just off The Marriott Key Center Lobby and just below the St. Clair Ballroom. The decor and ambiance are a real treat with much of the artwork, sculptures, and glasswork imported from Italy. The large North facing windows bathe the entire space is a beautiful light making it a real joy to shoot in.

Because of the ownership arrangement between Il Venetian and St. Clair Ballroom a few floors up, Il Venetian can be made available before the restaurant opens for the day for bridal party photos provided your wedding is taking place at St. Clair Ballroom. If your wedding is not taking place at St. Clair Ballroom but your rehearsal dinner is at Il Venetian or The Marble Room, it might be worth asking the owners if you can use the space if you need a backup indoor location. It will just depend on the owner’s policies at what they are comfortable with.

Regardless, it’s an amazing space and we hope to be able to visit soon as restaurant patrons and not just photographers!

A bride and groom stand close together, smiling, with the bride holding a bouquet of white flowers. They are framed by a tall floral arrangement with white and green blooms. The elegant room elements and decorative mirror in the background hint at an exquisite Akron wedding reception.

A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet stands next to a groom in a black tuxedo in front of a wine wall at the reception. Both are looking in opposite directions, with bottles of wine displayed behind them in a grid-like pattern.

A couple is seated at a bar in Cleveland, facing each other and smiling. The woman has long blonde hair and is wearing a light-colored dress, while the man has short dark hair and is dressed in a dark suit. The bar, stocked with various bottles, features modern pendant lights hanging above.

A couple dressed in formal attire, with the woman in a white dress and the man in a black suit, sit closely on a vintage sofa in an elegant reception room. The space features tall windows with sheer curtains, a chandelier, and a decorative mirror on the wall.

A couple stands in an elegant dining room with chandeliers, dressed formally for their wedding reception. The man in a black tuxedo with a bowtie embraces the woman in a long white wedding gown. They are smiling and looking at each other lovingly, celebrating their special day in Canton.

A couple, dressed in formal attire, dances in an elegant venue during the wedding reception. The man in a dark suit twirls the woman in a white sleeveless dress. The background features dining tables with white chairs, soft lighting, and floral decorations.

A bride and groom stand facing each other, smiling and reaching out their hands. The bride wears a white wedding dress, and the groom is in a black tuxedo. They are indoors at their Akron reception, with a black-and-white photograph of a cathedral on the wall behind them.

A bride and groom, dressed in their wedding attire, sit closely on a vintage sofa. The groom, in a dark suit, gently holds the bride's face as they share an intimate moment. The bride, holding a bouquet of white and green flowers, smiles warmly during the wedding ceremony.

A bride and groom stand together indoors, holding hands and smiling at each other during the ceremony. The bride is in a white dress, and the groom is in a navy suit. Their reflection is visible in a mirrored surface beside them. The background features elegant chandeliers and decor, reminiscent of a Canton wedding.

A bride in a white gown and a groom in a blue suit share an intimate moment, standing close to each other beside a glass wine cellar at their Canton wedding. The groom holds the bride's hand as she holds a bouquet of flowers, with the elegantly decorated venue illuminated by chandeliers.

A couple shares a happy moment, smiling and embracing in a warmly lit, elegant restaurant. The scene is framed by a golden partition, with bottles of wine and crystal glassware in the foreground. Chandeliers and an orchid plant enhance the atmosphere, making it feel like an intimate reception.

A bride and groom pose closely together, both smiling gently. The bride wears a strapless white wedding dress and veil, while the groom is in a dark suit with a bowtie. Soft lighting and bokeh effects in the foreground create a romantic atmosphere, capturing the magic of their Akron wedding reception.

A bride and groom stand closely together indoors, under elegant chandeliers at their Canton reception. The bride, in a white dress and veil, holds the groom's lapel. The groom wears a dark suit. They're in a beautifully decorated space with large windows and a vase of white orchids in the foreground.

A bride and groom gaze lovingly into each other's eyes in an elegant, modern wedding venue. The bride wears a white wedding dress and veil, while the groom is in a black tuxedo. A pot of white orchids decorates the foreground, setting a perfect scene for their beautiful reception.

A bride in a flowing white gown and a groom in a black tuxedo are seated in a luxurious, elegant dining area with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. They are gazing at each other lovingly during the reception. The setting features modern decor with wooden accents and patterned screens, reminiscent of a venue in Akron or Cleveland.