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Home › Archives for Ohio › Cleveland › University Circle › Wade Lagoon

Wade Lagoon

A Park in University Circle, Cleveland, Ohio

Exit the Cleveland Museum of Art through the South Terrace and you will find yourself looking over the Lagoon at Wade Park. You will see an original large cast of Auguste Rodin’s The Thinker right in front of you as well a number of other fine historic sculptures throughout the park. Wade Lagoon has been attracting brides and bridal parties as a photo location for decades with it’s unique blend of classical architecture, sculpture, and nature. A well timed visit in the Spring will show you one of the best cherry blossom displays in all of Northeast Ohio.

 

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A bride and groom stand embraced on a stone balcony in Akron, surrounded by lush green trees. The bride, in a long white dress, and the groom, in a dark suit, hold a bouquet of flowers under a cloudy sky next to old-fashioned street lamps—a perfect moment for timeless portraits.

A bride and groom stand embraced on a stone balcony in Akron, surrounded by lush green trees. The bride, in a long white dress, and the groom, in a dark suit, hold a bouquet of flowers under a cloudy sky next to old-fashioned street lamps—a perfect moment for timeless portraits.

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A wedding party stands in a line outdoors. The bride, wearing a white gown, and the groom, dressed in a black suit, are at the center. Bridesmaids in green dresses and groomsmen in black suits surround them with bouquets. Trees and a large building reminiscent of downtown Akron set the scene.

A wedding party stands in a line outdoors. The bride, wearing a white gown, and the groom, dressed in a black suit, are at the center. Bridesmaids in green dresses and groomsmen in black suits surround them with bouquets. Trees and a large building reminiscent of downtown Akron set the scene.

A bride and groom stand on stone steps in front of a grand building with large columns, reminiscent of the architectural splendor seen in Akron. The bride's veil flows in the wind as they smile at each other, both dressed in formal attire—the groom in a black suit and the bride in a white gown.

A bride and groom stand on stone steps in front of a grand building with large columns, reminiscent of the architectural splendor seen in Akron. The bride's veil flows in the wind as they smile at each other, both dressed in formal attire—the groom in a black suit and the bride in a white gown.

A bride and groom sit on stone steps outside, surrounded by greenery. The groom, in a black tuxedo, gently embraces the bride, who is wearing a white lace wedding gown and holding a bouquet of white flowers. They rest their heads together, appearing serene and happy—it’s one of those perfect wedding portraits often seen in Akron.

A bride and groom sit on stone steps outside, surrounded by greenery. The groom, in a black tuxedo, gently embraces the bride, who is wearing a white lace wedding gown and holding a bouquet of white flowers. They rest their heads together, appearing serene and happy—it’s one of those perfect wedding portraits often seen in Akron.

A bride in a white gown and groom in a black suit share a moment on the steps of a grand Cleveland building with tall stone columns. The bride holds a bouquet, and they stand in front of large double doors under an elegant architrave, capturing the essence of timeless weddings.

A bride in a white gown and groom in a black suit share a moment on the steps of a grand Cleveland building with tall stone columns. The bride holds a bouquet, and they stand in front of large double doors under an elegant architrave, capturing the essence of timeless weddings.

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A bride and groom stand close to each other, holding hands on a marble staircase surrounded by lush trees. The bride is wearing a white lace gown, and the groom is in a dark suit. A serene body of water is visible in the background—a perfect scene for Cleveland weddings.

A bride and groom stand close to each other, holding hands on a marble staircase surrounded by lush trees. The bride is wearing a white lace gown, and the groom is in a dark suit. A serene body of water is visible in the background—a perfect scene for Cleveland weddings.

A bride in a white dress and groom in a black suit walk together on a winding path in a Cleveland park, surrounded by trees and greenery. The groom holds the bride's hand while she carries a bouquet of white flowers, creating picturesque portraits. A calm pond is visible on the right.

A bride in a white dress and groom in a black suit walk together on a winding path in a Cleveland park, surrounded by trees and greenery. The groom holds the bride's hand while she carries a bouquet of white flowers, creating picturesque portraits. A calm pond is visible on the right.

A couple dressed in wedding attire stands on a stone balcony overlooking a park with green trees and an ornate building in the background. The bride is wearing a white gown, and the groom is in a black suit. An antique-style lamppost is visible on the left side, creating perfect wedding portraits in Akron.

A couple dressed in wedding attire stands on a stone balcony overlooking a park with green trees and an ornate building in the background. The bride is wearing a white gown, and the groom is in a black suit. An antique-style lamppost is visible on the left side, creating perfect wedding portraits in Akron.

A bride in a white dress and a groom in a dark suit share an intimate moment on a marble staircase surrounded by ornate lamp posts and greenery. The lush trees in the background and clear sky add to the beautiful outdoor setting, perfect for timeless wedding portraits in Cleveland.

A bride in a white dress and a groom in a dark suit share an intimate moment on a marble staircase surrounded by ornate lamp posts and greenery. The lush trees in the background and clear sky add to the beautiful outdoor setting, perfect for timeless wedding portraits in Cleveland.

A groom in a black suit and bow tie helps a bride in a white lace wedding dress with a long train descend a grand marble staircase. The bride holds a bouquet of white flowers. The scene is set at an elegant outdoor venue with stone architecture, perfect for capturing timeless portraits.

A groom in a black suit and bow tie helps a bride in a white lace wedding dress with a long train descend a grand marble staircase. The bride holds a bouquet of white flowers. The scene is set at an elegant outdoor venue with stone architecture, perfect for capturing timeless portraits.

A bride in a white wedding dress stands on marble steps, surrounded by six bridesmaids in matching purple dresses holding bouquets. They're outdoors with lush greenery and an antique lamp post in the background, posing for formal wedding portraits.

A bride in a white wedding dress stands on marble steps, surrounded by six bridesmaids in matching purple dresses holding bouquets. They're outdoors with lush greenery and an antique lamp post in the background, posing for formal wedding portraits.

A couple stands close together on a stone walkway, dressed in formal attire. The woman wears a long, elegant lace gown, and the man is in a suit. They are surrounded by trees and stone balustrades, with a large stone wall on the right side of the image—a perfect setting for Akron portraits.

A couple stands close together on a stone walkway, dressed in formal attire. The woman wears a long, elegant lace gown, and the man is in a suit. They are surrounded by trees and stone balustrades, with a large stone wall on the right side of the image—a perfect setting for Akron portraits.

A bride in a white lace gown and her groom in a black suit stand with their backs to the camera, looking over a stone balustrade towards a grand, historic building surrounded by lush greenery. The serene scene is beautifully composed, evoking classic romance near Cleveland or Akron.

A bride in a white lace gown and her groom in a black suit stand with their backs to the camera, looking over a stone balustrade towards a grand, historic building surrounded by lush greenery. The serene scene is beautifully composed, evoking classic romance near Cleveland or Akron.

A wedding party in Cleveland stands together outdoors on a sunny day, posing in formal attire. The bride in a white dress and the groom in a black suit are at the center. Bridesmaids in purple dresses and groomsmen in dark suits stand on both sides, holding bouquets.

A wedding party in Cleveland stands together outdoors on a sunny day, posing in formal attire. The bride in a white dress and the groom in a black suit are at the center. Bridesmaids in purple dresses and groomsmen in dark suits stand on both sides, holding bouquets.

A bride and groom stand together on the steps of a grand classical building in Cleveland with large columns. The building's pediment and architectural details are highlighted by sunlight, and banners hang on either side of the entrance.

A bride and groom stand together on the steps of a grand classical building in Cleveland with large columns. The building's pediment and architectural details are highlighted by sunlight, and banners hang on either side of the entrance.

A couple stands close together, holding hands and smiling near a fountain in an outdoor park. The bride, wearing a white sleeveless dress, gazes shyly at the camera, while the groom in a dark suit looks at her adoringly. Trees and greenery surround this picturesque wedding scene.

A couple stands close together, holding hands and smiling near a fountain in an outdoor park. The bride, wearing a white sleeveless dress, gazes shyly at the camera, while the groom in a dark suit looks at her adoringly. Trees and greenery surround this picturesque wedding scene.

A bride and groom sit together on stone steps in Cleveland, the bride in a white dress with lace sleeves and the groom in a black suit. The bride holds a bouquet of white and pink flowers placed beside them. They are framed by ornate stone railings and greenery in the background, creating timeless portraits.

A bride and groom sit together on stone steps in Cleveland, the bride in a white dress with lace sleeves and the groom in a black suit. The bride holds a bouquet of white and pink flowers placed beside them. They are framed by ornate stone railings and greenery in the background, creating timeless portraits.

A bride in a white dress and groom in a black suit stand at an ornate fountain in Akron, holding hands and smiling at each other. The bride holds a bouquet of pink flowers. A historic building and blue sky serve as the backdrop, making it one of the most picturesque weddings scenes imaginable.

A bride in a white dress and groom in a black suit stand at an ornate fountain in Akron, holding hands and smiling at each other. The bride holds a bouquet of pink flowers. A historic building and blue sky serve as the backdrop, making it one of the most picturesque weddings scenes imaginable.

A wedding party poses outdoors in front of a large pond with trees in the background. The bride in a white dress stands with the groom in the middle, surrounded by bridesmaids in purple dresses and groomsmen in grey suits under a partly cloudy Cleveland sky. These portraits perfectly capture their special day.

A wedding party poses outdoors in front of a large pond with trees in the background. The bride in a white dress stands with the groom in the middle, surrounded by bridesmaids in purple dresses and groomsmen in grey suits under a partly cloudy Cleveland sky. These portraits perfectly capture their special day.

A happy bride and groom sit on a stone ledge in Akron, wearing an elegant white wedding dress and black tuxedo. The bride holds a bouquet of white and green flowers, and they lean close to each other, smiling lovingly with greenery in the background.

A happy bride and groom sit on a stone ledge in Akron, wearing an elegant white wedding dress and black tuxedo. The bride holds a bouquet of white and green flowers, and they lean close to each other, smiling lovingly with greenery in the background.

A bride and groom sit closely together on stone steps in Akron. The bride, wearing a white lace gown and earrings, has her head slightly turned. The groom, in a black suit and tie, leans in from behind with closed eyes. They appear calm and intimate, creating timeless portraits of their love.

A bride and groom sit closely together on stone steps in Akron. The bride, wearing a white lace gown and earrings, has her head slightly turned. The groom, in a black suit and tie, leans in from behind with closed eyes. They appear calm and intimate, creating timeless portraits of their love.

A couple dressed for a wedding, with the bride in a white gown and the groom in a black suit, embraces outside a large stone building. The greenery in the background and the sun casting its warm glow make this moment perfect for timeless portraits.

A couple dressed for a wedding, with the bride in a white gown and the groom in a black suit, embraces outside a large stone building. The greenery in the background and the sun casting its warm glow make this moment perfect for timeless portraits.

A bride and groom share a romantic kiss on a stone pathway surrounded by greenery in Cleveland. The bride is wearing a flowing white gown, and the groom is in a black suit. The photo is taken from a distance, with out-of-focus leaves framing the foreground to create timeless portraits.

A bride and groom share a romantic kiss on a stone pathway surrounded by greenery in Cleveland. The bride is wearing a flowing white gown, and the groom is in a black suit. The photo is taken from a distance, with out-of-focus leaves framing the foreground to create timeless portraits.

A bride and groom stand in the background of a large fountain with water spraying in various directions. The bride is in a white dress, and the groom is in a suit. Lush greenery and a lamppost are visible behind them, under Akron's partly cloudy sky—a perfect setting for weddings.

A bride and groom stand in the background of a large fountain with water spraying in various directions. The bride is in a white dress, and the groom is in a suit. Lush greenery and a lamppost are visible behind them, under Akron's partly cloudy sky—a perfect setting for weddings.

A black and white photo shows a bride and groom standing next to large, ornate columns in Cleveland. The bride, in an elegant lace dress, holds a bouquet of flowers, while the groom, in a dark suit, stands close beside her. Both gaze into the distance, bathed in soft light.

A black and white photo shows a bride and groom standing next to large, ornate columns in Cleveland. The bride, in an elegant lace dress, holds a bouquet of flowers, while the groom, in a dark suit, stands close beside her. Both gaze into the distance, bathed in soft light.

A bride in a flowing white gown with lace sleeves sits on marble steps, leaning against the groom in a black suit who cradles her waist. A bouquet of white and pink flowers lies beside them on the step. They are in front of a stone balustrade, capturing a timeless wedding portrait.

A bride in a flowing white gown with lace sleeves sits on marble steps, leaning against the groom in a black suit who cradles her waist. A bouquet of white and pink flowers lies beside them on the step. They are in front of a stone balustrade, capturing a timeless wedding portrait.

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A bride in a white gown and groom in a black suit stand hand-in-hand on a stone ledge in front of a large marble building. The bride, holding a bouquet of flowers, gazes at the groom against the backdrop of Cleveland's intricate architecture, encapsulating the essence of weddings.

A bride in a white gown and groom in a black suit stand hand-in-hand on a stone ledge in front of a large marble building. The bride, holding a bouquet of flowers, gazes at the groom against the backdrop of Cleveland's intricate architecture, encapsulating the essence of weddings.

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A wedding party stands outdoors on a sunny day with greenery in the background. The bride and groom are in the center, both in formal attire, flanked by three bridesmaids in light grey dresses and three groomsmen in dark suits, all holding bouquets or posing for portraits.

A wedding party stands outdoors on a sunny day with greenery in the background. The bride and groom are in the center, both in formal attire, flanked by three bridesmaids in light grey dresses and three groomsmen in dark suits, all holding bouquets or posing for portraits.

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A bride and groom stand on steps in front of a grand building with tall, imposing columns. The bride is wearing a long, flowing wedding dress with a veil, and the groom is in a dark suit. They are gazing at each other as they share an intimate moment. This black-and-white wedding portrait captures their timeless love.

A bride and groom stand on steps in front of a grand building with tall, imposing columns. The bride is wearing a long, flowing wedding dress with a veil, and the groom is in a dark suit. They are gazing at each other as they share an intimate moment. This black-and-white wedding portrait captures their timeless love.

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A newlywed couple is holding hands and gazing at each other. The groom, in a tuxedo, and the bride, in a strapless white wedding dress holding a bouquet, stand against a stone wall background. The image feels timeless with its black and white hues, capturing the essence of their Cleveland wedding day.

A newlywed couple is holding hands and gazing at each other. The groom, in a tuxedo, and the bride, in a strapless white wedding dress holding a bouquet, stand against a stone wall background. The image feels timeless with its black and white hues, capturing the essence of their Cleveland wedding day.

A bride in a white strapless gown leans against a wall, smiling at the camera, while the groom in a black tuxedo stands close behind her, looking at her with a gentle expression. The background is slightly blurred, emphasizing the couple's intimate moment in their timeless Akron wedding portraits.

A bride in a white strapless gown leans against a wall, smiling at the camera, while the groom in a black tuxedo stands close behind her, looking at her with a gentle expression. The background is slightly blurred, emphasizing the couple's intimate moment in their timeless Akron wedding portraits.

A wedding couple stands near the entrance of a grand building with tall columns. In the foreground, there's a bronze statue of "The Thinker" on a marble pedestal. The clear blue sky perfectly complements this Akron scene, capturing an unforgettable moment for the bride and groom.

A wedding couple stands near the entrance of a grand building with tall columns. In the foreground, there's a bronze statue of "The Thinker" on a marble pedestal. The clear blue sky perfectly complements this Akron scene, capturing an unforgettable moment for the bride and groom.

A couple, dressed in wedding attire, stands on the steps of a grand building with large columns in Akron. Banners hang on either side of the entrance. The bride holds a bouquet, and sunlight brightens the scene, casting shadows perfect for wedding portraits.

A couple, dressed in wedding attire, stands on the steps of a grand building with large columns in Akron. Banners hang on either side of the entrance. The bride holds a bouquet, and sunlight brightens the scene, casting shadows perfect for wedding portraits.

A bride and groom are seated on a stone bench under a flowering wisteria canopy. The bride, in a white gown and veil, holds a bouquet, while the groom wears a dark suit with a bow tie. They are gazing at each other, holding hands, with Akron's beautiful greenery and historic buildings in the background.

A bride and groom are seated on a stone bench under a flowering wisteria canopy. The bride, in a white gown and veil, holds a bouquet, while the groom wears a dark suit with a bow tie. They are gazing at each other, holding hands, with Akron's beautiful greenery and historic buildings in the background.

A bride and groom sit on a stone bench surrounded by lush greenery and hanging purple flowers. The bride, in a white strapless gown and veil, gazes lovingly at the groom, who is dressed in a dark suit. Both are smiling under a canopy of leaves and blossoms – the perfect wedding portrait.

A bride and groom sit on a stone bench surrounded by lush greenery and hanging purple flowers. The bride, in a white strapless gown and veil, gazes lovingly at the groom, who is dressed in a dark suit. Both are smiling under a canopy of leaves and blossoms – the perfect wedding portrait.

A beautiful wedding party poses outdoors in Akron in front of a lamppost and large leafy tree. The bride and groom stand on the left, with the bride's veil flowing. Bridesmaids in teal dresses and groomsmen in gray suits with teal ties stand to both sides, holding bouquets.

A beautiful wedding party poses outdoors in Akron in front of a lamppost and large leafy tree. The bride and groom stand on the left, with the bride's veil flowing. Bridesmaids in teal dresses and groomsmen in gray suits with teal ties stand to both sides, holding bouquets.

A newlywed couple poses outdoors in Cleveland. The bride wears a white lace wedding dress with a long veil and holds a bouquet of flowers. The groom, dressed in a dark suit, stands beside her, embracing her. They are near a vintage lamp post with greenery in the background—perfect for timeless portraits.

A newlywed couple poses outdoors in Cleveland. The bride wears a white lace wedding dress with a long veil and holds a bouquet of flowers. The groom, dressed in a dark suit, stands beside her, embracing her. They are near a vintage lamp post with greenery in the background—perfect for timeless portraits.

A bride stands outside, posing for a wedding portrait in a white, sleeveless gown with a deep V-neckline. She holds a bouquet of white, pink, and red flowers with green leaves. The background features a marble wall and lush greenery, capturing the essence of Akron weddings perfectly.

A bride stands outside, posing for a wedding portrait in a white, sleeveless gown with a deep V-neckline. She holds a bouquet of white, pink, and red flowers with green leaves. The background features a marble wall and lush greenery, capturing the essence of Akron weddings perfectly.

A bride and groom stand on a marble terrace, embracing under a clear blue sky. The bride wears a white dress and holds a bouquet of red roses, while the groom sports a dark suit. Green trees and a classical building form the background, creating picturesque portraits bathed in natural light.

A bride and groom stand on a marble terrace, embracing under a clear blue sky. The bride wears a white dress and holds a bouquet of red roses, while the groom sports a dark suit. Green trees and a classical building form the background, creating picturesque portraits bathed in natural light.

A bride in a white gown holding a bouquet and a groom in a black tuxedo walk hand-in-hand on a stone path in a lush garden. They are smiling at each other with a picturesque lake and greenery in the background, perfectly capturing the essence of weddings.

A bride in a white gown holding a bouquet and a groom in a black tuxedo walk hand-in-hand on a stone path in a lush garden. They are smiling at each other with a picturesque lake and greenery in the background, perfectly capturing the essence of weddings.

A bride and groom share a tender moment outdoors by a stone railing. The bride, in a white dress with a long veil, holds a bouquet of flowers. The groom, in a black suit, leans in to kiss her forehead under the soft glow of the lamppost, creating a timeless wedding portrait with the tree in the background.

A bride and groom share a tender moment outdoors by a stone railing. The bride, in a white dress with a long veil, holds a bouquet of flowers. The groom, in a black suit, leans in to kiss her forehead under the soft glow of the lamppost, creating a timeless wedding portrait with the tree in the background.

A bride in a white dress with a long veil stands next to a groom in a dark suit near a marble structure with green foliage in the background. The groom embraces the bride at their Akron wedding as she looks away, smiling, while her veil billows in the wind.

A bride in a white dress with a long veil stands next to a groom in a dark suit near a marble structure with green foliage in the background. The groom embraces the bride at their Akron wedding as she looks away, smiling, while her veil billows in the wind.

 

 

A couple stands embracing under blooming cherry blossom trees in a park, surrounded by pink and white flowers, with green grass and pathways in the background.

Erin & John

by Genevieve & James
published on May 1st, 2025
A Spring Wedding at Majestic Hall in Downtown Cleveland
Bride and groom share a kiss on the steps of a grand building with tall columns. The bride's veil is elegantly blowing in the wind, creating a flowing effect. They stand centered in front of large dark doors, surrounded by the building's stone facade.

Jake & Hyla

by Genevieve & James
published on February 10th, 2025
An Autumn Wedding at the InterContinental Hotel in Cleveland
A bride and groom are lifted on chairs by their guests, celebrating with big smiles and holding a white cloth together. The bride is wearing a white dress, and the groom is in a tuxedo. The ballroom is filled with joyful people, chandeliers, and elegant décor.

Rachel & Marc

by James & Genevieve
published on September 10th, 2024
A Summer Wedding at the Ritz-Carlton in Downtown Cleveland
Bride in a sparkling white gown and groom in a black tuxedo stand between marble columns. The bride holds her long veil, smiling, as they pose for a photo. An inscribed marble wall is in the background.

Bryn & Jason

by Genevieve & James
published on August 24th, 2024
An Elegant Summer Wedding at The Cathedral of St. John and St. Clair Ballroom
A couple stands on a rooftop at night, embracing and smiling at each other. The city skyline, illuminated with colorful lights, forms a beautiful backdrop. The man wears a suit and holds a champagne flute, while the woman wears a denim jacket.

Steve & Nikki

by James & Genevieve
published on July 30th, 2024
A Rooftop Wedding at Truss Event Venue in Cleveland
A bride and groom stand close together on a stone pathway in a garden at Glidden House, gazing into each other's eyes. The bride holds a bouquet of flowers and wears a white gown with a veil. The groom is in a black suit. Blurred plants and a fountain are visible in the foreground and background, capturing the essence of this Cleveland wedding.

Helen & Andrew

by Jarred & Heather
published on July 9th, 2024
A Summer Wedding at the Glidden House in University Circle
Bride and Groom embrace surrounded by thousands of dried flowers at the Cleveland Public Library.

Kaila & Shane

by Genevieve & James
published on January 8th, 2024
A Summer Wedding at the Cleveland Museum of Art
Wedding, Summer, Ohio, Cleveland, Wade Lagoon

Maggie & Josh

by Genevieve & James
published on October 30th, 2023
A Summer Wedding at University Circle United Methodist and The Old Courthouse
Wedding, Summer, Ohio, Cleveland, Wade Lagoon

Skylar & Sebastien

by James & Genevieve
published on October 2nd, 2023
A Summer Wedding at The First Baptist Church and The Hilton Downtown
Wedding, Old Courthouse

Michael & Kristen

by Genevieve & James
published on August 15th, 2023
A Summer Wedding at The Old Courthouse
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