This is a love story that began in Ohio, crossed the country to Arizona, is re-locating to Missouri, and will be tying the knot back in Ohio this fall!  Meet Sarah and Alex, two of the sweetest, most down to earth people you could ever have the pleasure of meeting!  These two currently call Arizona home, but came back to Ohio for a summer visit and we were able to sneak in an evening hangout for their engagement session.  During their time dating and living in Ohio, Cleveland was one of their favorite scenes!  Sarah and Alex are both super talented musicians – Sarah is a flutist, and Alex a percussionist –  and many weekends were spent watching The Cleveland Orchestra play at Severance Hall in University Circle.  Since this was such a key part of their relationship, we decided to make a visit to some of their old stomping grounds around Cleveland.  First up: drinks at the Jolly Scholar!  Sarah and Alex shared their proposal story, which if you’re anything like me and love a good surprise, you would looooove this one!  Alex really pulled this one off, complete with a trip to Ohio to talk to Sarah’s parents without her ever knowing, and ordering a custom engagement ring that she loved!  On a hike one evening he finally popped the question, and she never saw it coming!  Way to go Alex!  Surprise-lovers everywhere applaud you!  Afterwards we headed over to the always beautiful Severance Hall, just as the clouds decided to clear and the beautiful golden sun came out.  We walked around Wade Lagoon and the Cleveland Art Museum, enjoying the beautiful evening and all the memories held here for Sarah and Alex.

Thank you for making time during your Ohio trip to hang out with me Sarah and Alex, what a fantastic evening!  I am counting down the days until November gets here, I know your fall wedding will be the most beautiful celebration!

University Circle Engagement Session | Cleveland OH | Sarah + Alex

One of Sarah’s favorite qualities about Alex is that he always has her laughing, and it is so true!

How beautiful is that rose gold ring!!