Shannon & Jason | Rockefeller Park Greenhouse Wedding

At the risk of sounding like a complete nerd, Shannon and Jason had me at their cat wedding topper. Yep, we're all cat lovers around here! (Scroll to the bottom of this post if you need to see that wedding topper rightthisveryminute.)

Shannon and Jason had an intimate wedding at Rockefeller Greenhouse with their nearest and dearest. I've said it before but I'll say it again: There's just something so special about small weddings. For these two it just made sense; they are self-proclaimed homebodies and love spending time with their family and a couple close friends … and, of course, each other.

"Jason is funny, kind-hearted, thoughtful, romantic, logical and extremely rational, which helps to balance me out as I can sometimes be emotional," Shannon said.

But Jason said he loves that Shannon is emotional. He loves her "overly kind and sympathetic heart" (it's no surprise she's a counselor and a huge animal lover!) and is most looking forward to continuing to share life with her.

Shannon and Jason, it was an honor to document your wedding and witness your huge hearts for each other and your family and friends. Let's get that dinner sometime soon!

Ceremony: Rockefeller Park Greenhouse Reception: Club Isabella Florist: Blush Custom Weddings Cake: Cakes to You Makeup and Hair: Studio CK Bride's Dress and Shoes: White House Black Market Honeymoon: San Francisco!

Jocelyn & Aaron | Tudor Arms Cleveland Wedding

Jocelyn and Aaron met in the ER … but it's not like you probably think. Aaron was on his ER rotation for med school and Jocelyn was working in the admitting department. He asked her out (a couple times), and she said yes. What a perfect boy-meets-girl story for this doctor and nurse.

These two--both of them--have hearts of solid gold. You really couldn't meet nicer people than Jocelyn and Aaron, and it just makes sense that they're together. They're both so poised, genuine, articulate, kind and full of light.

"Jocelyn can light up a room with how she smiles and with her personality," Aaron said. "She is also beautiful and smart."

Yes, yes and yes!

"Aaron's compassion for others and his patience [are my favorite things about him]," Jocelyn said. "He is always looking at the positive side of everything!"

Yes, yes and … yes! :)

I know I sound like a broken record every time I post a wedding but every, single one of my clients is fantastic. I really can't say anything else except continue to gush over them, and Jocelyn and Aaron are no exception. I feel so very fortunate to meet the lovely people I do and have the opportunity to document one of the biggest days of their lives!

And now, on to Jocelyn and Aaron's wedding ...

Jocelyn comes from a big family (while Aaron is an only child!) and every one of her siblings and their spouses and kids were in the wedding party. So sweet!

Love this one of Jocelyn and her dad.

I love a classic black tie wedding. Aaron and his groomsmen looked so dapper!

Jocelyn, you are so gorgeous! Love this portrait on film!

Ceremony: Lighthouse Bible Church Reception: Tudor Arms Hotel Florist: Alicia Herrle, Sheer Style Bakery: Michael Angelo's DJ: Midnight Music Makeup Artist: Ramona Dauska Hair Stylist: Randy Fitch Bride's Dress: Pat Catans, Maggie Sottero Bride's Shoes: Badgley Miscka Bridesmaids' Dresses: Pat Catans, Bill Levkoff Tuxes: Vera Wang Transportation: A-1 Mr. Limo Honeymoon: Antigua!

Katie & Kirk | Kelleys Island Wedding

I don't think it's possible to have too much joy at a wedding (the more, the better, right?), but Katie and Kirk had the most joy-filled wedding I've ever had the pleasure of photographing. Looking back at these photos from a few months ago takes me right back to that happy, perfect summer day when these two tied the knot. I love how neither of them holds back with their emotions. It makes for some sweet, sweet photos.

Let me tell you about this couple: As a kid, Katie spent her summers on Kelleys Island. She loves the island life and has happy memories from her Kelleys Island summers. After growing up and attending college, she decided to move to Australia (let me repeat that … she MOVED to Australia!) to be with Kirk, a British guy who had also relocated to the sunny country. Together, they are hilarious (HIL-AR-IOUS!) and so kind-hearted and FUN. Katie and Kirk's friends and family traveled from all across the world--and that is no joke!--to celebrate with them in Kelleys Island … a place that means so much to Katie and her family.

Katie and Kirk, Nathan and I were truly honored to capture your special day on camera. Thanks for keeping us laughing every minute and making us feel right at home. Much love to you guys!

There is so much love in Katie's family!

You are the absolute cutest, Katie! You were a beautiful, laid back, effortless bride!

Also … Katie and Kirk shared the sweetest first look ...

Like I said … lots of laughter. :)

And now, let me take a minute to tell you about Kirk's groomsmen. They were the funniest, most inappropriate British guys I've ever met. Every last one of them. They basically had me crying from laughter the whole day.

And then Katie gave her groom a guitar. #bestweddinggiftever

Katie's sweet dad decorated their house in flags from every country represented at their wedding. SO cool, right?

Kirk and his mom did the best mother/son dance ever. Again, I was weeping from laughter. Weeping!

And then we capped off one heck of a wedding with sunset portraits on Lake Erie ...

Ceremony: Kelleys Island Venture Resort Reception: Kelleys Island Town Hall Caterer: Mesenburg Florist: Patti Fresh DJ: Rock and Roll Express Bride's Dress: David's Bridal Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka Guy's Suits: Zara Honeymoon: St. Lucia + Jamaica!

Katie & Mason | Rockefeller's Cleveland Heights Wedding on Film

Katie and Mason are college sweethearts and really, really cool people. They're patient, kind to everyone, and appreciate quirky, artsy details. At my very first meeting with Katie and Mason, we talked about film photography and I knew I had to start shooting film before I photographed their wedding. When people understand what inspires you and why, you better believe that they will inspire you. I had so much fun pulling out my Mamiya at this awesome wedding because I knew Katie and Mason would appreciate it.

From Katie about Mason: "I feel safe with him. He pushes me to do things I wouldn't normally do. He is usually funny (wink!). I like art and he's good at it."

From Mason about Katie: "She inspires me to enjoy everything around me in a way that I could never do on my own."

See? Really cool people. Katie and Mason, I love how thoughtful you two are. I appreciate your sense of style and attention to detail. I like that you're reserved but aren't afraid to laugh at yourselves. I'm so grateful you two picked me as your wedding photographer, and I'll remember your day for a long, long time. The best to you guys and your future!

Katie wore an altered version of her mom's wedding dress. Not only was it a sweet personal touch, the dress look stunning on Katie!

Katie, I want to be you when I grow up. You're so classy and elegant!

The Alcazar Hotel in Cleveland Heights was the perfect backdrop for this artsy couple's ceremony.

These film portraits make me swoon. Thank you for appreciating the aesthetic of film as much as I do, you guys!

Then it was off to Rockefeller's Restaurant in Cleveland Heights for their untraditional reception!

Katie and Mason opted to have an informal reception full of dancing when you felt like it, talking and laughing with the people they loved most, and the most delicious spread of food ready for the taking. There were no assigned seats and no rules! I loved it!

And then we headed outside to catch the last light from that beautiful day.

Ceremony: Alcazar Hotel Reception: Rockefeller's Restaurant Florist: Countryside Florist Band: Hot Djang Makeup and Hair: Ladies and Gentlemen Salon Bride's Dress: Mother's dress, updated by Miranda's Vintage Bridal Bride's shoes: Michael Kors Honeymoon: Paris and Nice, France!