“Stop it, you’re going to make me cry” seemed to be a common refrain at Anna & Bryan’s Kirtland Country Club wedding. I had arrived early and took some time to look around the country club. Clouds loomed overhead as I walked around. Soon, I joined the ladies in a small room upstairs. Anna was in the make-up chair. Her bridesmaids sat around a small table telling stories while eating lunch. I would hear “stop it, you’re going to make me cry” from time to time as I photographed details.
The sense of exuberant joy welling up continued through out the day. I could have sworn I saw Anna shed a small tear during their first look on the country club lawn. Later, bridesmaids were beaming with joy, while at the same time just barely holding back. For the portraits, we had wandered deep into Kirtland Country Club’s golf course. I think we were by the tenth tee. We started to head back for the wedding ceremony. While walking back, I kept checking over my shoulder.
We arrived on the back lawn where the outdoor ceremony would be held. I organized the family and started taking portraits. Keeping and eye on the horizon, I sped up the pace. I could see in the distance, that dams were about to break. The first dam to break would be the sky. The storms had finally arrived. We just finished the family photos and everyone rushed inside. Meanwhile, the outdoor ceremony setup was quickly moved indoors. The second dam to break internal.
Tears finally arrived during the upbeat and heartfelt ceremony. Tears continued during the toasts at dinner as family shared fond memories. At one point I almost cried. Anna’s father ended his toast with “to Bryan and Anna, and all the connections.” I guess you had to be there, and you can be. See the video below by Leigh Zeidner Pictures to get a real sense of how power his toast was.
I hope you enjoy all the highlights below. And to Anna & Bryan – simply thank you.
Make sure you check out the video featurette from Anna and Bryan’s wedding as well –
Ceremony & Reception Venue – Kirtland Country Club
Wedding Design & Planning – Kirkbrides
Videography – Leigh Zeidner Pictures
Hair & Make-up Styling – Lindsay London Bridal Beauty
Floral Design – Urban Orchid
Cake – Luna Bakery
Dress Boutique – Something White Bridal Boutique
Entertainment – Scott Jones, Cleveland Music Group
