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Married: Liz + Steven

Ceremony Venue: Beth Shalom Synagogue
Reception Venue: Starlight Theatre
Florist: Good Earth Floral
Cake: Rebekah Cake Artist
Wedding Planner: Above & Beyond Weddings
Band: Michael Beers Band
Hair Stylist: CaraSue Hall

Many things I’ll remember from our day with Liz & Steven.  Here’s a brief list:

  • Our first experiences with the Jewish Tish, Kabbalat Panim, & Bedecken ceremonies.  The laughter! The smiles! The songs & stories!
  • The wind! It was so windy, I think it was blowing all the love around from family member to bridal party to Liz & Steven
  • The Hava Nagila (one of my favorite parts from any Jewish wedding)
  • The way Liz looked at Steven during their ceremony
  • All the happy tears flowing throughout the day…Steven, Liz’s father and brother, Liz, me…I could go on and on
  • The longest Jenga game ever…39 turns and 45 minutes
  • The wonderful stories I heard about Steven from the groomsmen while getting ready
  • Hearing the recording of Liz’s dad singing Daughters to Liz
  • The nervousness in Steven’s eyes before he saw Liz for the first time. You could FEEL how much they loved each other in those moments.  I had chills.
  • The way they held hands during their ceremony
  • The game of Red Rover played during portraits
  • The thing that I’ll remember most from Liz & Steven’s day is leaving with the feeling that there is NO DOUBT in my head that they LOVE one another, would do anything for one another and are surrounded by a wonderful support group of family & friends that will constantly push them to continue on in their journey together.  Liz & Steven will be constant reminders for me of why Jenny & I take wedding pictures in the first place.

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April 12, 2011 - 1:06 pm

Steven Levy - These photos are magnificent! It was fantastic to see all of the smiles, tears and joy from our whirlwind wedding day. It seemed to pass by so quickly but luckily we had the Solars to capture all of the details.

P.S. – FIRST

April 12, 2011 - 1:09 pm

Liz LEVY! - We are sitting by the beach on our last day of our honeymoon and I could not think of a better way to end it than by looking at these beautiful pictures! You both did such a fantastic job capturing all the wonderful moments of the day that I was afraid I would forget. We are so glad you could be a part of our special day and we can’t wait to see the rest of our pictures! Thank you both so much!! See you soon!

PS- SECOND!

April 12, 2011 - 2:39 pm

Ben Walnick - Do I get a reward for the most hang-time out of any photo? These pictures are fantastic!
PS- THIRD

April 12, 2011 - 2:51 pm

David Cohen - amazing pictures! (Ben cant count…he should have been fourth)

PS – FIFTH

April 12, 2011 - 7:27 pm

Mother of the bride - As if I didn’t cry enough! So much love shows through! I will never forget! Simply beautiful!

April 13, 2011 - 1:28 am

yoav - It look like i really missed the best wedding ever!The pics are amazing!

April 13, 2011 - 2:37 am

Kathy - Liz and Steven- The pics show what an amazing day the two of you must have had! I can’t wait to hear all about it :)

April 13, 2011 - 6:22 am

Laura - These pictures are amazing and gorgeous! You truly captured the most candid, sweet, and memorable moments of a new life together!

April 13, 2011 - 7:23 am

Terri Greenspan - Awesome photos of a beautiful wedding!

April 13, 2011 - 8:14 am

Elena - Beautiful photos! The trolley toast is a great picture. Congratulations!

April 13, 2011 - 8:20 am

Philip Spellman - The pictures are excellent and the wedding was beautiful!

April 13, 2011 - 8:36 am

Amber Hoverder - Liz, I’m so sorry I missed your big day. The pictures are amazing, and you looked stunning! My favorite is when Steven is dipping you…..very romantic!

April 13, 2011 - 8:46 am

Jeremy Applebaum - Steven & Liz, after seeing these pictures I could not leave without leaving a post to help you get to your 75. Getting married myself in August, I only hope we hired a photographer in Columbus, OH that is as good as yours. These photos are amazing, Mazel Tov!

April 13, 2011 - 9:31 am

Mary Lowy - Congratulations Steven and Liz! Looks like it was a fantastic day :)

April 13, 2011 - 9:43 am

Mary Gurley - Congrats Steven & Liz, the wedding looked beatiful and the pictures are amazing! The Gurley’s wish you a long and happy life together! Aaron, Mary & Charlotte Gurley

April 13, 2011 - 10:10 am

Sandy Galper - Beautiful photos! What a happy day! Glad we could share in the joy with you.

April 13, 2011 - 10:54 am

Barrett Harr - I have known Steven since he was in Junior High. These pictures told such a beautiful story of their wedding, their relationship with each other, their love of their family, community, and their faith. Thank you for sharing such a beautifl moment so elloquently.

April 13, 2011 - 11:30 am

Danna Suellentrop - Liz (and Steven),
Congratulations! The photos of your wedding are absolutely gorgeous and I am so happy for the new step in your life. I remember meeting Steven for the first (and only, I think) time at Chipotle when we got the whole game together. I am so thrilled that he is the man you chose to marry!!
Again, Mazel Tov you two!

April 13, 2011 - 12:57 pm

Megan McIlroy - Congratulations Steven and Liz! The wedding was beautiful and it looked like everyone had a wonderful time. =)

April 13, 2011 - 2:15 pm

Adria - The pictures are amazing and the wedding was wonderful! Congrats again!

April 13, 2011 - 2:16 pm

Amy - Congratulations to the both of you! It looks like everyone had a fabulous time…love the photos!

April 13, 2011 - 2:34 pm

Deborah Molotsky - Congratulations! It looks like you had a beautiful wedding! Steven I can’t believe you look like a man. I think you should be 17 still. Best of luck and enjoy your life together.

April 13, 2011 - 4:37 pm

lauren rabinowitz - these pictures are absolutely stunning! Mazel tov again – what a beautiful wedding :)

April 13, 2011 - 8:26 pm

Jennifer - I love seeing the “behind the scenes” photos. Thank you for including us in your celebration.

April 13, 2011 - 8:50 pm

Jessie Ratner - I am so sorry to have missed this wonderful weekend. The pictures look amazing and I have no doubt the weekend was magical. Congratulations!

April 13, 2011 - 8:54 pm

Susan Schwarz - sooooo pretty!!! love love love

April 13, 2011 - 9:37 pm

Natasha Stevenson - Congrats Steven! These pictures are beautiful.

April 13, 2011 - 10:27 pm

Alit - The pictures are amazing! What a great weekend!

April 13, 2011 - 10:36 pm

Hannah - Not to be all mushy, but I’ll never tire of seeing the way you two look at each other. And what a fantastic weekend!!! Can’t wait to see the rest of the photos!

April 13, 2011 - 11:22 pm

Jeremy - These pictures are so beautiful and inspiring, and I know Steven and Liz are going to have the time of their lives together. I’m glad to hear the honeymoon was a success and I want to see more pics!

April 14, 2011 - 1:04 am

Amanda Diamond - CONGRATS TO YOU TWO!! .. the pictures are amazing and Liz, you looked gorgeous!! So happy for you both.. many many many years of health and happiness!

April 14, 2011 - 8:08 am

Taly - Your pictures are absolutely gorgeous! I’m so happy for both of you!!

April 14, 2011 - 9:12 am

Sherry Dolgoff - Steven and Liz: The pictures were so beautiful, so filled with joy that they made me cry! And I wasn’t even there. We wish you health, happiness, mazel and live in your marriage.
Sherry & Norman Dolgoff

April 14, 2011 - 10:39 am

Gramma Susan - Beautiful pic, we are so glad that we were able to be there to share in all of this…Also glad you are home safely…can’t wait to see the pictures of all

April 14, 2011 - 7:23 pm

Bart - I like the picture at the top of this page. You can only see the side of my face, but let’s face it, that’s my best view.

April 14, 2011 - 7:29 pm

Marcey Dolgoff Alter - I truly enjoyed your pictures. I think they reflect exceptional photography, but most of all a beautiful crowd at a beautiful event. Congratulations on your wedding.

April 14, 2011 - 8:34 pm

Jeff Daniels - Awesome pictures from an awesome weekend! I’m calling for a Jenga rematch right now, though—who’s in?

April 14, 2011 - 8:58 pm

Forrest Garb - Wonderful to see such happy faces.

April 14, 2011 - 9:00 pm

Jason Allen - These are very good pictures… very artistic. They did a great job at capturing what a great event this was.

April 14, 2011 - 9:42 pm

bob brock - Steven & Liz
Next best thing to being there!
Forever — plus one day.
Always … bob

April 14, 2011 - 10:08 pm

Dawn Allen - Gorgeous wedding! These photos captured the day so well – absolutely beautiful… Congrats to the Levy’s again!

April 15, 2011 - 9:25 am

Joe Levy - AS Grand-father of the Groom, My wife(the Bubbie) and I have never felt so much Nachas. Live long, Live Haqppy, live healthy
Joe/Elaine Levy

April 15, 2011 - 11:14 am

Adrienne - Congrats! Everything looked beautiful! Many blessings to you and your lovely wife!

April 15, 2011 - 11:19 am

Bobi Raysik Zeoli - What a beautiful wedding. The love shows on Steven and Liz as well as their entire family! Congratulations!

April 15, 2011 - 11:21 am

Laura Collins - Wow, beautiful wedding. Your new bride is absolutely stunning Steven! Congrats!

April 15, 2011 - 11:36 am

Stephanie DeCelles - It looks like it was an amazing day! I love the picture of you dipping Liz during your first dance. Congrats!

April 15, 2011 - 11:42 am

Amanda Baechle - Love these pictures. Candid shots are my favorite and these just took me right into the moment! Amazing and Congrats to the Levy’s!

April 15, 2011 - 11:56 am

Brandy R. - These were awesome. Congratulations!

April 15, 2011 - 12:08 pm

Adam Seitz - Congrats man, looks like a great celebration! You’re both incredibly lucky to have each other.

April 15, 2011 - 12:08 pm

steve bernstein - Beautiful pictures and beautiful people. Thanks for sharing. I didn’t know Steven could jump so high.

April 15, 2011 - 12:16 pm

Katherine Banzhaf - Y’all look so happy and a beautiful couple!

April 15, 2011 - 12:21 pm

Maria Young - Looks like A LOT of fun was had. Great pics! Congratulations to you both!

April 15, 2011 - 2:46 pm

Betty Greiner - Great photos. Your wedding was absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

April 15, 2011 - 2:49 pm

Jamie - What a beautiful couple and day! Congrats. I love all the photos.

April 15, 2011 - 3:16 pm

Paul Prato - Looks like a magical time. The best to you guys!

April 15, 2011 - 4:55 pm

morrie pitluck - congratulations! what a beautiful wedding. thanks for sharing your pictures.

April 15, 2011 - 9:39 pm

Amy Spellman - Congratulations Steven and Liz! Awesome pictures, beautiful weekend, perfect couple! I am so happy for the two of you. I wish you a long lifetime full of good health and much happiness. I love you!

April 15, 2011 - 9:59 pm

Hayden - Great photos! We had a great time!

April 15, 2011 - 10:52 pm

Krista McClain - What a beautiful bride! Looked like a fabulous celebration. Congratulations, Steven!

April 15, 2011 - 11:42 pm

Tracy Edenson - These pictures are gorgeous!! Mazel tov Liz and Steven! I’m so glad I was able to be there for your special day!

April 16, 2011 - 9:40 am

David R - I love the depth in these shots… beautiful work!

April 16, 2011 - 10:18 am

Tracy Spaeth - Everything about your wedding was beautiful! Amazing pictures! Congrats again to the newlyweds!

April 16, 2011 - 11:07 am

Paul Walnick - Congratulations Liz and Steven. What a wonderful day for you and your family! Pictures are fantastic.

April 16, 2011 - 11:12 am

Rachel Hamlin - Liz your wedding looks so beautiful! I am so happy for you two! Congratulations again!

April 16, 2011 - 12:04 pm

Sam Rosen - Now I feel like I was there! Great Photos.

April 16, 2011 - 12:35 pm

Alyssa Z - Wonderful pictures! Congrats to you both!! :)

April 16, 2011 - 1:19 pm

Carolyn - Awesome pictures!! what a great weekend…congrats Liz and Steven!

April 16, 2011 - 2:13 pm

Melissa T. - Liz your wedding was beautiful. It looks like you & Steven had a wonderful time. Congrats on starting your new life together. I wish you both the best.

April 16, 2011 - 3:39 pm

katiegodbey@aol.com - Liz was such a beautiful bride!! Beautiful wedding glad i got to experience a true jewish wedding. Congrats

April 17, 2011 - 8:17 am

Kathryn Levy - The pictures are stunning! as was the magical event. Love you both, Tia

April 17, 2011 - 9:49 am

Ashley - Looks like you two ROCKED that reception!! Congrats and happiest wishes from the Good Earth Floral Team!!

April 17, 2011 - 10:03 am

Jordan - this was quite possibly the best wedding ever! thanks for lettign me be a part of it. kudos to the photographer as well.

April 17, 2011 - 10:36 am

Allie - The pictures are stunning! I think you should frame the black and white of you two on the hill outdoors with your veil blowing in the wind. It looks like a work of art! Thanks for letting us share in your special day!

April 17, 2011 - 10:45 am

Howard Cohen - Great pics – can’t wait to see the real ones tonight!!

April 17, 2011 - 10:58 am

Pito - Wish I could have made it to the wedding! Congrats!

April 17, 2011 - 10:59 am

louie - The wedding was wonderful and the photographer did a wonderful job replicating the event through pictures. Hope you had a great time in hawaii.
Louie

April 17, 2011 - 10:59 am

Tanya - These pictures are stunning. Mazal Tov!

April 17, 2011 - 11:03 am

Taylor Quillicy - Long time no talk Steven! Congrats on what looks like an awesome day.

April 17, 2011 - 12:16 pm

Kristen George - Beautiful pictures! You both look amazing! Thank you so much for including us in your special day. I have never seen Chip have so much fun at a wedding….or dance like that….:/
Hope to see you soon!
Kristen and Chip

April 17, 2011 - 8:45 pm

sarah - Absolutely beautiful. No more needs to be said.

April 17, 2011 - 9:47 pm

Emily Muskin - Love the pictures the wedding was amazing!!! Congratulations again!!

April 17, 2011 - 10:02 pm

Mallory - Sooo beautiful! Thank you for sharing! : )

April 17, 2011 - 10:40 pm

Carly Brown - You guys look gorgeous, seriously amazing pictures!!! Thanks for sharing! Now that you have hit 75 what do you get? :-)

April 17, 2011 - 10:54 pm

Marlene - beautiful couple, beautiful wedding, beautifully captured in these photos!

April 18, 2011 - 9:04 am

Michelle Moore - What a wonderful wedding and what a perfect couple. You both look so so happy and I was glad that Bob and I were there to share your special day. I love these pictures. I have seen a lot of photos in my day but your photographer knows hows to do it. A pure artist. You will have to give me her/his number so I can hold onto it for when Bob’s daughters get married – hopefully not anytime soon. Years from now you will look at these pictures and they will take you back to that special day – enjoy and best wishes to you both.

April 20, 2011 - 9:50 am

Michelle Stone - fantastic work you two!!!

April 21, 2011 - 12:55 pm

Erica - Steven-love these pics!!! Love Liz’s dress too! Congrats again!

April 23, 2011 - 3:04 pm

Fun Photo Booth at a Kansas City Wedding - [...] Liz & Steven were our first photobooth of the year, and they definitely brought the awesome… [...]

May 24, 2011 - 3:19 pm

Amanda Janak - Absolutely beautiful photos of what looks like an amazing wedding! I can feel the love – Congrats!

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