Going inside The Dayton Arcade is something I have wanted to do for as long as I can remember. My grandmother used to shop there, many years ago. I have heard so many times about how insanely beautiful the inside of the building is. When the opportunity to photograph a styled shoot there popped up, I knew I had to be there! I am so excited to show you guys what it looks like now, after all the renovations have been completed. This historic downtown Dayton location is ready to take on weddings!

This day was a long time coming. C & Q pushed their wedding back during the uncertainty of 2020. After so much time planning and then planning again, it was so wonderful to finally celebrate their big day. The Phoenix was absolutely beautiful- the perfect venue for a winter wedding in Cincinnati. I am so excited to share a quick look from yesterday’s wedding at The Phoenix in downtown Cincinnati.

Yesterday’s wedding at The Cincinnati Art Museum was absolutely stunning. Shannon & Mike tied the knot in front of their family and friends in the courtyard of the museum- a beautiful outdoor ceremony space with the best natural lighting. There were so many great moments throughout the day, but one of my absolute favorites was when Mike first saw Shannon during their first look.

Despite the unpredictable Ohio weather, yesterday’s wedding at Canyon Run Ranch was so beautiful. Kacy and Evan made the difficult, but very wise, decision just moments before their wedding ceremony, to change gears and tie the knot inside the barn instead of in the middle of the woods, like they had planned.

Honestly, you can weave bookish ideas into every nook and cranny of your wedding design and I am absolutely here for it. If you and your love are avid readers or enjoy perusing the shelves of old bookstores, then maybe a book-inspired wedding would be a great fit for you. Here are a few ideas I have seen in the past that turned out so beautifully.

Barn venues are a southern Ohio favorite. They range in style, so they are great for creating so many different looks. A historic barn inherently has some character of its own- so lots of couples opt to showcase their venue and end up saving money on decor and go with minimal decor or decor that enhances the vibe of their chosen space.

It’s already Wednesday, and just in case you need a little mid-week pick me up, I put together a list of 8 gorgeous bridal bouquets. I don’t know about you, but there is something about lavish floral arrangements that always brings a smile to my face. Whenever I arrive at a wedding, I am always excited to see the florals- especially the bouquets. So much personality comes through the florals that a couple chooses.

Choosing a wedding venue is one of the first big decisions you make as a part of the wedding planning process. It sets the stage for all the other choices you make along the way. A space with a great vibe that fits the vision you have for your big day is so important. I am here to help you get an inside look at one of my favorite venues in Dayton, Ohio- The Steam Plant.

The Marmalade Lily is easily one of my absolute favorite venues in southern Ohio. Located in Loveland, this indoor/outdoor wedding venue has a unique charm that can’t be found anywhere else. It’s actually a flower farm, so the grounds are covered in fields of gorgeous flowers that grow all season long. Being a flower farm means they also take care of all your floral needs as well.