There is nothing like getting married in your hometown. Alison and Matt came home to Cleveland have their wedding ceremony and reception at the Ariel International Center. With panoramic views of the Lake Erie and the Cleveland skyline, Ariel International was the perfect choice in venue.

Their wedding day began at Alison’s parent home where Alison and Matt decided to do a first look in the backyard. Even though it is less traditional, a first look is a great idea for couples who want to do portraits before the ceremony. And Matt was all smiles when seeing his bride for the first time.

Rain was in the forecast, but held off long enough for some outdoor photos. From Alison’s parents’ home, we headed to the Cleveland Museum of Art and Wade Oval. The museum with its wonderful architecture and landscaped grounds is a natural spot for great wedding portraits.

The ceremony and reception went off without a hitch. Beautiful white draped background was hung in the ceremony space. The reception room glittered with gold tablecloths with pink hydrangea and rose centerpieces. The Cleveland skies cleared in the evening so we went up to the roof deck to catch the those 360 degree views.

A sunset wedding portrait on the roof deck at Ariel International Center in Cleveland, Ohio

A detail of the heirloom pin the bride’s grandmother wore on her wedding day.

The family dog did not want to wander far as Alison’s sister zips up her dress.

Outstanding pinks, golds and greens in this stunning bridal bouquet by Blooms by Plantscaping.

A portrait of the the bride and groom in front of Chester Beach’s 1927 Fountain of the Waters.

The wedding portraits taken on the steps of the 1913 building of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

A simple four tier buttercream wedding cake with pink roses was perfect for reception.

Elizabeth Glorioso | Cleveland Wedding Photographer