And so the adventure begins (as the cake topper reads)! Chris and Olena’s wedding was a blend of tradition, emotion and celebration. The day started with preparation coverage at Hilton Cleveland Downtown. Clear skies, comfortable temperatures and a smart timeline fostered a relaxed vibe throughout the gorgeous summer day. The couple exchanged vows at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Catholic Church in Parma. I was thankful the kind priests granted me plenty of access to capture moments from several vantage points during the ceremony. Of course I was respectful of the proceedings. We made a quick stop at the Cleveland Cultural Gardens for relaxed portraits with the bridal part before heading to Nuevo on East 9th Street Pier for a reception with amazing views of the city skyline and Lake Erie. Enjoy a few images from this great day!

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Best man helps groom get ready for wedding in Cleveland, Ohio.
Groom ready for his wedding day in Cleveland, Ohio.
Grooms portrait before wedding in Cleveland, Ohio.
Groom and groomsmen enjoy libations before wedding day in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bride get makeup applied before wedding in Cleveland, Ohio.
Mother of bride smiling on daughter's wedding day in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bride unveils dress on wedding day in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bride's finishing touches before wedding in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bride and mother share moment before wedding in Cleveland, Ohio.
Wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bride and groom greeted by priests during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Groomsmen during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bridesmaids during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Blessing during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bride and groom at alter during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Reading during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Reading during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Wrapping of hands during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Procession during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Blessing during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bridesmaids watch wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bride and groom kiss during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bride and groom kiss during wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bride and groom exit wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma, Ohio.
Bride and groom grand exit after wedding ceremony at Saint Andrew Ukrainian Church in Parma
Bride and bridesmaids at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Groomsmen walking at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bride and groom embrace at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bride and groom in front of fountain at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bridal party at Greek Garden in Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bride and groom portrait at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bride whispers to groom at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bride and groom touching foreheads at Cleveland Cultural Gardens.
Bride and groom enjoy beautiful wedding day in Cleveland with stop at East 9th Street Pier.
Bride and from enjoy blue skies on the shores of Lake Erie in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bride and groom against Cleveland skyline.
Wedding cake at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Wedding reception details at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Wedding reception details at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Unique glasses during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Bride and groom embrace during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Toasts and bread breaking during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Toast during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Bride and groom listen to speeches during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Father of bride gives toasts during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Bride and groom at head table during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Bride and groom's first dance during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Bride and her father dance during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.
Bride and groom on dance floor during wedding reception at Nuevo in downtown Cleveland.