Choosing the Perfect Venue for Your Wedding.

Location, location, location. The setting you choose for your wedding sets the tone for the entire event, so choosing the right venue is important.
I’ve photographed weddings all over Cleveland, and I’ve found that Cleveland offers several beautiful, unique locations that make for unforgettable weddings – and amazing photographs. 

There are lot's of things to consider when choosing a venue...  Does the atmosphere fit in with our style? Can it be changed, if it doesn't?  Will it accommodate all of our guests comfortably?  

Below are just a handful of venues I've been to, I thought had some character, charm and a lot of style.  I hope this post is helpful when choosing your perfect location.

ThornCreek Winery & Gardens
155 Treat Road, Aurora, Ohio 44202
ThornCreek offers an amazing outdoor setting and, of course, a great wine selection. The gardens provide a private, natural feel. Being there feels like being in a remote paradise. It’s very easy to get lost in the breath-taking views. And inside the winery there are so many unique little details that add interest and charm to the photographs.

ThornCreek can accommodate a very small guest list and a larger one as well.  They also allow you to bring in your own caterer, which can drastically make or break a budget - all depending on how you plan. 



Rustic and natural was the theme for this wedding and I think that's very apparent.  

The trees and wildflowers provide a delicate, natural background.





Having wine barrels in the background is part of the charm of being at a winery!




The interior boasts a number of earthy details and quaint spaces that are so unique!




This blue glass, wine bottle chandelier just had to be photographed!


I love photographing at the winery – it has such a romantic feel.


Cleveland Airport Marriot
4277 West 150th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44135

The Cleveland Airport Marriott has both indoor and outdoor spaces for fabulous photographs. The recently updated décor throughout the hotel is classy and contemporary, and features warm, rich tones and an abundance of natural light. From the grand ballroom to the outdoor courtyard, there’s no shortage of charm throughout the hotel. Not to mention that it is conveniently located by the airport and offers an all-inclusive experience – a beautiful venue, catering and guest rooms.

 I love the way the light bounces off the walls and floors in the lobby.



Warm, rich tones throughout the Cleveland Airport Marriott provide soft, romantic backdrops.





The courtyard is an awesome bonus for outdoor photos.



100th Bomb Group
20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44135

Imagine a classy, sophisticated space with phenomenal panoramic views. The large windows let light flood into the room, and you can watch planes land and take off while you dance the night away!

This view feels larger than life!



Lights from the airport terminal and runway make for really dynamic photos.


The chandelier and dreamy lights seem surreal against the panoramic windows with the view of the airport in the background.



The Club at Key Center
127 Public Square, Cleveland, Ohio 44114

Two words: classic elegance. The rooms, lobby and ballrooms at the Club at Key Center are beautiful and sophisticated. I am blown away by all of the natural light from the windows throughout the venue. And being right on Public Square makes it easy to slip away for great downtown photo ops. The all-inclusive experience adds to its appeal – not to mention that the food is phenomenal!

There is so much natural & ambient light to work with! And the rooms are just beautiful.


A sweet, intimate moment in the midst of a busy city nightscape.


The food at The Club at Key Center is to die for!







I absolutely LOVE this large window. The view of downtown through the massive window makes such an amazing backdrop. You really get the “wow” factor!



The Club at Key Center is so convenient for downtown photo ops.




The Lobby has a myriad of unique and modern details.



The Club at Hillbrook
14800 Hillbrook Drive, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44022

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The Club at Hillbrook is a real-life fairy tale experience. The old Tudor mansion looks like something straight from a book. It is surrounded by 360 degrees of beautiful gardens, impeccably landscaped and maintained. The mansion’s interior is as beautiful as its exterior. It exudes charm – there are so many details and picturesque views that provide stunning backdrops. 

The gazebo framed by foliage is simply breath-taking.


The beautiful Tudor mansion at Hillbrook is such an amazing location for photographs.




Every room in Hillbrook’s mansion is a backdrop that looks like something straight out of a magazine.








Hillbrook has such a dreamy elegance to it – every detail is soft and romantic.






Your wedding photos will be family heirlooms you cherish for life and passed down to future generations.  You don't always have to have a huge budget to showcase your style as a couple.  There are lot's of little ways to incorporate style in any venue.

Cheers!  Lauren Ickes

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