Jay & Suzanne's Cleveland Engagement Session

We first photographed Jay and Suzanne just after a beautiful snow storm. Though the images are beautiful, we thought it would be nice to capture them indoors as well!  A great excuse to spend more time with such a fun and gorgeous couple! We did have to get a couple pictures outside.. of the restaurant where they spent the evening of their engagment!  

Jay proposed to Suzanne at PlayHouse Square and then suprised her 

with all their parents meeting them for dinner at Pura Vida! 

This is Suzanne's version of the sweet engagment..." I had an idea that Jay was going to propose to me that day because when he asked me to go to see the play (The Book of Mormon) a few months before, he was super nervous, which is unlike Jay. I had an

 ah-ha moment after thinking about our expected timetable of when we'd be getting engaged and thought that there was a good chance he'd be asking me that day. And, it was  that day when we met to go to the play that he was overly-excited and talkative, and a total giveaway when I could see the ring box in his pocket. I had no idea when he would ask me, and I was anxiously awaiting the moment all the way through the play. Admittedly, I have litte memory of the play because I was so excited. After the play, he said he wanted to take a look at the stage from the balcony, so he led me down there. Once we were there and the crowd pretty much cleared, he got down on bended knee, saying some very sweet, loving words, none of which I really remember because I was so overcome by the moment, and then asked the most important question of all, "Will you marry me?" And, I said, "Yes, of course" and also some sweet, loving words, again, none of which I really remember. The PlayHouse staff came out congratulating us and brought out a box of 28 long-stem red roses he had ordered for me. The 28th is the day of our dating anniversary and holds a special place in our hearts. It was just so romantic. Jay had been planning the proposal for months and spent a lot of time arranging it with the PlayHouse manager. A bit after the play, we headed over to Pura Vida for dinner. We walked into the restaurant, the host led us to our table, and when we turned the corner, we found all of our parents sitting there eagerly waiting for us to join and start celebrating. I was in total shock and nearly fainted. I couldn't believe that Jay had arranged for everyone to be there and I didn't even suspect it! I had actually suggested beforehand a plan for us to go see the parents and share the 

good news. Needless to say, it was quite the celebratory dinner and such a

 wonderful memory for us both.

Stephanie, as I'm typing, this I'm remembering once again, how lucky I am to be marrying Jay. He's truly an amazing man. And, I couldn't be happier that 

he's the man I'm going to marry."

 I love their story.

So great to see our clients loving and sharing their wedding images! Thank you Ashley and Dan!

Anthony & Ashley Pacholewski Brecksville Wedding

The celebration and wedding of Anthony and Ashley was the perfect event for a beautiful snowy February day!  After photographing their very fun and unique engagement session, I knew the wedding and wedding party were going to be amazing!  While Anthony and Ashley prepared for the day at their parent's beautiful homes, John and I had so much fun capturing all the moments at each location!  The ceremony was held at the beautiful Brecksville United Methodist Church. The church was filled with amazing natural light that warmed all the guests and made for great pictures as well.  A beautiful catered luncheon was held immediately following the ceremony for all the guest! After enjoying a delicious lunch, we headed out to Cleveland and some of the amazing architectural locations in the city.

Always love the reaction of the guest as the adorable ring bearer and flower girl come down the aisle!

Severance Hall, one of the most romantic and beautiful buildings in Cleveland.

Dunham Tavern Museum was the perfect location for romantic winter photography today!

DJ was American Bride!  Darryl was amazing and we highly recommend them!!

Jay & Suzane's Little Italy Engagement

When we woke up Sunday morning the first thought John and I had as we looked out the window was..."oh my gosh it's gonna be gorgeous for Jay and Suzanne's engagement session today,  lucky us!" We all met in the fun little area of Little Italy to begin our session. We had a great time running around and then headed over to the Cleveland Art Museum to take advantage of the amazing snow! We couldn't have asked for more beautiful snow and such a fun and 

adorable couple to photograph in it!! Thanks Jay and Suzanne!!