Kaleel & Megan // Moody Autumn Catholic Wedding

American Royal Links,  Galena Ohio

November 1st 2025

Some love stories feel calm and steady others feel powerful, magnetic, and undeniable.
Megan and Kaleel’s wedding day was filled with warmth, devotion, and intentional love from beginning to end.

Set against the historic beauty of St. Mary Church in Delaware, Ohio and the rolling greens of American Royal Links in Galena, their November celebration blended rich, moody tones with heartfelt emotion a perfect reflection of who they are together.

Their Love Story

When Megan describes Kaleel, her words say everything:

“Kaleel has the brightest smile I’ve ever seen, and he brings me a happiness that is incomparable to anything else on this physical planet.”

Just before they met, Kaleel had moved from Georgia to Ohio, stepping into an entirely new season of life. What he didn’t know was that the move would lead him directly to Megan and to a love strong enough to make anywhere feel like home.

Their relationship is rooted in loyalty, joy, and choosing one another fully a love defined not by convenience, but by commitment.

Wedding Day Details

Wedding Color Palette:
Rich purple · burgundy · rusty orange · forest green

The deep jewel tones paired beautifully with the late-autumn landscape and perfectly complemented Megan’s love for moody, cinematic imagery inspired by the style of Mitch & Lexie’s Crimson Lane wedding.

Getting Ready at St. Mary Church

The day began at Megans childhood home where soft natural light filtered through windows and fireplace for the perfect backdrop while she got ready.

Megan slipped into her dress surrounded by quiet excitement as finishing touches came together florals, textures, and intentional details that reflected the richness of the season.

A Sacred & Emotional Ceremony

Megan and Kaleel exchanged vows inside the breathtaking sanctuary of St. Mary Church.

Their ceremony was reverent, emotional, and intimate filled with lingering glances, joyful tears, and moments that felt both powerful and peaceful.

As they were pronounced husband and wife, Kaleel’s bright smile met Megan’s, a moment full of love and certainty.

Portraits & Just Married Moments

Family formals followed allowing the couple time to celebrate with loved ones before heading to the reception.

We traveled to American Royal Links, where the open landscape and muted fall tones created a dramatic backdrop for portraits.

Although Megan and Kaleel chose not to have traditional wedding party photos, we captured:

• Romantic just-married portraits

• Individual bridal and groom images

• Candid moments together in motion

The combination of bright skies and rich color tones resulted in imagery that felt cinematic, timeless, and deeply emotional.

Reception at American Royal Links

Guests gathered for cocktail hour at and Megan and Kaleel chose to join them prioritizing time together and with their closest family and friends. Kaleel even took the mic over and sang to his bride to kick off the reception.

As the night continued, the dance floor came alive with laughter, celebration, and connection the perfect ending to a beautifully intentional day.

Why We Loved This Wedding

Megan and Kaleel’s wedding was a reminder that intimacy doesn’t mean less it often means more.

More emotion.
More presence.
More moments together that matter.

From relocating states for love to planning a day centered around togetherness, every detail reflected what truly mattered most choosing one another, again and again.

Planning Your Ohio Wedding?

If you’re dreaming of a wedding day captured with emotion, depth, and timeless artistry, Oh Deer Collective would be honored to tell your story.

We specialize in moody, romantic wedding photography across Ohio and beyond, documenting days with intention, movement, and heart.

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