23/11/2023
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We love you, Ohio! Until we meet again❤️❤️
Stay safe, friends! We care about you!!
The wedding industry lost a tremendously talented baker this week. A couple of years ago, I had a spectacular shoot planned for Ohio Weddings Magazine, and the only thing that I was missing was the cake. I just couldn’t find exactly what I was looking for. I found out that someone right in my town, Deneen Dellarco, made cakes, and she told me of a fabulous chandelier cake that she had won awards for, and I simply had to see it. When she brought the cake, I couldn’t believe how beautiful it was, and she was so kind and so much fun that she and I just ended up hanging out and laughing the whole shoot. The picture won an award and I went to bring her the magazine with her cake in it. She was so happy that it featured her cake. We didn’t see a lot of each other after that, but when we did, I always left with such a happy impression of how great she was and always thought how much I would love to be closer to her beautiful, positive light.
I learned today that she has unexpectedly passed, and I am devastated. There is so much more that I would like to say, but it’s her story, not mine. Godspeed, my talented friend.
Our fall/winter issue is out, featuring destination wedding Ohio Weddings Magazine’s Number One Destination for 2024 Weddings, in !! Read all about it across 16 pages in the magazine!! Link to the magazine in bio!
Todays What Made the Moment Magical comes from the fabulous who says, “Ryleigh and Logan’s wedding day came with only a 15% chance of rain, but it was inevitable, and I really wanted this boat shot ( which was slated for golden hour after the ceremony) -so as I did their first look- their bridal party decorated and filled the boat with a moments notice and we got them in and pushed them out and right as we were done, the sprinkles came, but they were troopers and we finished up and the day continued on perfectly!”
Would you take a wedding day extreme adventure for the sake of a picture? We don’t know who the photographer of this shot was, but giant kudos to them, this is an ah-MAZ-ing shot!
It can be hard to eat at the head table if the decor takes over the space, but today's inspiration offers a simple solution! Simply placing the grandest part of the display at the base of the table frees up space while still offering visual flare.
Today’s comes from , who says, “Kellie and John are both very upbeat, humorous and genuinely funny people who are always smiling! I wanted to showcase that in their photos. I wanted them to be able to look back and truly feel authentic in their wedding pictures. Thats exactly what we got. True to life authentic moments. Of course I might have been hyping them up or cracking jokes behind the camera.” If you would like to show the world your work, send us a dm with a few lines about What made the moment magical!
Todays comes from , who says, “Before meeting Lauren and Lance, I’ll admit, I had butterflies. After (6?) years of marriage, this was their first time having photos taken together. I felt so privileged to show them what their bond looked like from an outside perspective. From (my) perspective. Their connection was electrifying, yet soft. Their love felt timeless, yet new in each passing moment. Their foundation, an admirable friendship and their home, a sacred love. It was clear that they didn’t feel the need to prove this to anyone…so I saw it as a gift for themselves to always have and to go back to. I don’t think it’s realized what photographs give us until time really passes. It gives us the art of our own truth and that’s always worth having.”
“Lauren + Lance in wildfire haze”
Who says brides that like the cool tones can't have a fall wedding? Craft stores always have odd colored pumpkin decor, so take advantage to marry your love for cool tones with this autumn staple!
Todays. is from who said, “After sharing their vows, saying their I Do’s and greeting all of their guests, we snuck Jen and Josue away to wander the grounds right before sunset. After spotting this idyllic location, we instructed them to look into each others eyes and cherish everything that lead up to this moment..they were officially husband and wife.”
if you are a photographer and have a magical moment that you would like to show our community, feel free to DMS and give us a couple of words about what me that moment magical!
Interested in a truly cool destination wedding? Consider a wedding in an ice cave in Iceland! Photo by
Todays comes from who says, “Having your groomsmen assist you while getting ready makes all the difference when it comes to getting ready shots. Scott and his groomsmen had the best time getting ready along side of one another!” Want to be featured ? DM us a picture with a couple of lines about What made that moment Magical!
The most magical wedding shoes ever? We think so!
Todays comes who says, “This couple decided to have a private first look at the Rockefeller Greenhouse in Cleveland. Afterwards we spent an hour just leisurely walking around the ground and stopping for portraits along the way. When we found this little nook tucked away with a bench it was the perfect spot for them to quietly read their vows to each other and take a pause before the ceremony.” Want to be featured? Take us in your pictures and tell us what made the moment magical!
Todays feature is from who says, “IThey had an emotional day filled with so many friends and family which made the day beyond magic. They are both extremely family oriented individuals which made their wedding day beyond perfect because of your much love was surround with them the entire day. Although it rained, it did not phase them both to have the most incredible day.” Want to be featured? DM us with a picture and let us know what made the moment magical.!
Today’s photo comes from who says, “Chloe + Laine had such a magical day surrounded by their close friends + family! The couple tied the knot at the brides family home + truly lived out their garden wedding dreams! Capturing Laine + Chloe was easy, the two have a magical connection that was extremely evident in all of their photos!”
sure was! Want to be featured? Dm us with a description of what mad you press the trigger at that exact moment!!
Add whimsy by hiring an ice cream truck to come to your reception venue!
It’s all in the details… detail inspired from , who says, “I loved Alexis’ details…they were beautiful. A true reflection of her. I was so excited to be able to put everything together and pause this moment in time for her!”🤗
An atmospheric shot focused on the confetti or smoke during the first dance at a reception has such a romantic charm to it.
Hello and welcome back to Ask Emily! 💌 Today’s topic is:
Wedding Favors 🎁
A: Putting together gift bags for your guests to take home at the end of the night is such a nice way of saying “thank you for celebrating with us” without having to stand by the door as they leave.
Long gone are the days of candy filled bags with a toy or two that used to follow classroom parties in grade school, which begs the question: what should I put in a wedding favor bag?
Here are some characteristics to consider:
1. Personalization
- There are tons of things to be personalized like coasters, water bottles, shot glasses, or even succulent plants. By personalizing the favor with a special message, you make the gift that much more special and will definitely make your wedding unforgettable.
2. Practicability
- Giving something that will go bad like food or too niche like a specific type of nut or soap might not be the best option. Guests might be inclined to decline or put it away once they get home and never touch it again. Things like sunglasses or water bottles or maybe a journal/planner are something that can be used daily and would most likely be appreciated.
Once you think about these two qualities, the rest should be a bit easier. Though I do want to say, food might be too niche UNLESS we’re talking small candy or confections such as macarons or cookies as those tend to be generally well-received.
Thank you for your question! 🤍
Seen on the Scene…Funny? True? Sad? What do you think? Brides, How will you involve your groom (or not!) Grooms, how much do you want to be involved? This could have been my wedding…27 years ago, my husband wanted to be outside for the wedding and reception, he wanted a 9 piece brass band with “doo w*p girls” (his language, not mine) and he let himself be coaxed into making a guest appearance at a cake tasting or two… how have things changed?
Today’s What Made the Moment Magical photo is by , who says, “Austin and Kennedy’s September wedding at the Belmont Hills Country Club was a beautiful affair. The outdoor venue provided a stunning backdrop, with lush greenery and rolling hills framing their special day. It was a day filled with love, laughter, and many unforgettable moments, making it a truly magical celebration of their union.” Want to be featured? Tag us!
So all of a sudden there has been a preponderance of weddings in places that we here at Ohio Weddings Magazine have never even thought of, like last week’s airplane and these underwater shots… would you jump on this trend? Where would you want to get married that no one has thought of before?!
Our today is from the talented who says;
“jen + luke spent a lot of time outside the Bryn Du Mansion throughout their relationship, so it made perfect sense to revisit some of their favorite spots for their bridal portraits! despite a sunny and warm start to to the day, it began to rain immediately after their first look. just as soon as i thought we’d have to start looking for a place indoors, the sun burst through the clouds and the sky looked like it had never rained! it was as if the sun had appeared just for jen + luke. i’m so thankful we were able to capture their love in the place that held so many of their memories”
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We love a great black and white that tells a story, and this one by was perfect!
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If your love language is quality time, this one’s for you!! Fall in love all over again with a romantic dinner for two in an over-water palapa at @victoriahousebz #destinationwedding #belizewedding #belizetravel #beachwedding #honeymoondestination
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We got to witness the most beautiful wedding between Matilyn and Trevor Bennett at @victoriahousebz ! We hope the bride and groom are very happy… They had the most fabulous beginning in the perfect setting!
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Going somewhere sunny for your honeymoon? Check out these sunglasses from America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses? They are the Perfect accessory for wedding season! These are The Prive Revaux Sol-Mate’s. Check them out at Americasbest.com.
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Years ago, cast iron cookware was made to a higher standard. Increasing production costs and pressure from aluminum cookware forced cast iron manufacturers to look for lower-cost methods. This change in production method resulted in the inexpensive cast iron cookware we see on the mass market today which is notably heavier and rougher than it should be. In order to cast this skillet to the tolerances and finishes we were looking for, we turned to a casting method called Investment (or lost wax) casting which has never been used before to create cast iron cookware. It is an extremely labor-intensive process, it’s worth it. With the 13 “ skillet, Marquette Castings has brought back the casting quality that existed years ago. If you could only have one pan in the kitchen the 13” Cast Iron may be your best choice. Cast by hand in Michigan. Go to Marquettecastongs.com for more information.
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We are excited to give you this manly head-turner of a groomsmen gift. Maybe rehearsal dinner falls on a full moon, but that won't be the only reason to get your groomsmen howling when they receive this assortment of drinking manpower. This growler is classic and its glasses are the perfect spawn. Get ready to get your wolfpack snouts up. This growler's gift-giving impact has been known to even grow hair in unlikely places *wink wink*. Growl at the Moon with this 64 oz beer growler that is any man's best friend as he hits up his favorite breweries. Gather your pack with this bottle that will surely get the liquid flowing. Make these growlers extra special by adding your boy's information to the text box. Go to groomsday.com for more info!
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Heirloom is a physical book that plays your home videos! It's the perfect way to showcase your beautiful wedding video and makes such a unique wedding gift for family and friends. Customers upload up to 10 minutes of their home videos on our website and select from one of our 13 fun video book covers. Heirloom then ships a video-playing book right to their loved ones loaded with their videos. Each video book is rechargeable so they can be cherished for a lifetime! Ashley Kenny and her brother founded Heirloom as a way to keep families connected during COVID. At the start of the pandemic, they noticed their 92-year-old Grandma was left behind, unable to experience the joy we all get from sharing family videos with our smartphones. Go to sendheirloom.com for more information
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