Weddings

Joe + Christine | Waldenwoods Summer Wedding

March 22, 2022

Joe and Christine’s Waldenwoods wedding took place in late summer.  Early in the morning, their family met to partake in a traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony. I had to grab a few photos of the festivities; it was lovely to watch the couple pay homage to their Korean roots.

Both Joe and Christine got dressed in their second set of wedding clothes in opposite ends of the house.  Christine wore her mom’s earrings that were passed down from her grandmother. Once she was dressed, we traveled to the grounds at Waldenwoods where they had their first look in front of the sunshine house. We took some beautiful portraits, but most of the images I adore are completely candid. They were just so happy to be getting married that day!

The ceremony displayed their deep faith as they committed their lives to each other with Christ at the center. Two friends from their wedding party sang “Be Thou my Vision.” They did an amazing job—it gave me chills! Christine and Joe incorporated the tradition of ceremonial bows to their family, and Joe finally got to kiss his stunning bride. The couple then greeted guests on the lawn, mingled, and took family portraits in between hugs.

We ended the evening with a full dance floor and snagged a few killer night shots. I couldn’t imagine a more delightful day.

Congratulations, Christine & Joe!

 

Engagement Session: Kensington Metropark
Christine’s Dress: Gina’s Bridal Boutique
Ceremony and Reception: Waldenwoods

 

Bride and groom take part in traditional Korean ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bridesmaids take selfie with bride in her traditional Korean clothing by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Portrait of the bride in her traditional Korean clothing; a side profile portrait of the bride looking down by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Close up portrait of part of the bride's traditional Korean dress by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney The bride and groom hold hands for a portrait; the groom looks off in the distance for a portrait by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Shot from behind of bride and bridesmaid getting ready with the mirror by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Wedding dress hangs from the doorway; groom is buttoning up his vest as he gets ready for the ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Close up of a loved one buttoning up the bride's wedding dress as they get ready for the ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney First look with bridesmaids in bride's wedding dress by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bridesmaids help the bride make final adjustments before the first look by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Portrait of bride; bride looks off and laughs with her hands on her hips by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Shot from behind of bride walking up to groom during their first look for the Waldenwoods Summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride approaches the groom for their first look; bride and groom hug and bride smiles by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom looks at bride's dress during their first look by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom talk during first look; bride and groom pose for first look portraits by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride adjusts groom's boutonniere by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom holds arm around bride as they laugh during first look portraits by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom touch foreheads and hold hands during first look portraits by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom kisses bride's forehead; bride and groom smile for portraits at their Waldenwoods Summer Wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Close up portrait of bride and groom by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele MaloneyFormal photos of wedding party outside for the Waldenwoods Summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Far away portrait of the bride and groom smiling, bride holds her bouquet by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride looks back at her wedding dress; bride looks down at her bouquet of flowers by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Groom and groomsmen watch as bride walks down the aisle for the Waldenwoods Summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and bride's parents walk her down the aisle by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway shot of outdoor ceremony for the Walenwoods Summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Loved ones perform song during ceremony; bride and groom face each other during ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom face the pastor during their outdoor ceremony at Waldenwoods while guests and bridal party watch by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Guests watch the ceremony; little boy looks at camera in his stroller during the ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Candid photo of bride and groom at the ceremony at Waldenwoods by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom laugh while the pastor is speaking during their ceremony at Waldenwoods by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride laughs while groom reads his vows during their Waldenwoods summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway shots of the ceremony; the groom kisses his bride by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride holds up her hand as the bride and groom hold hands and exit the ceremony by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride looks over and smiles, surrounded by loved ones at her Walenwoods summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride is laughing with loved ones, guests smile and greet each other; guests take photos together during the Walenwoods summer wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Loved one take bride's face in her hands; guest poses with bride and groom; family photos are taken with bride and groom by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Pastor and groom are talking while they sign marriage certificate, bride is smiling by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Detailed shot of outdoor reception for the Waldenwoods Summer Wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway shot of the outdoor wedding reception for the Waldenwoods Summer Wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom enjoy listening to wedding toasts by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom cozy up close by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride laughs as groom puts his arms around her by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride rests head on groom's shoulder and they smile for a portrait at Waldenwoods by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom hold hands and talk to each other by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Close up photo of bride and groom holding hands, faces partially cut off by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom show off their wedding rings by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney DJ talks to the guests; bride and groom play wedding show game by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom enjoy their first dance at their Waldenwoods Summer Wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom enjoy their first dance at their Waldenwoods Summer Wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Bride and groom enjoy their first dance at their Waldenwoods Summer Wedding by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Guests enjoy dancing at the outdoor reception by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Guests dance and enjoy the outdoor reception by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Evening shot of the bride and groom cozying up close by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney Faraway evening shot of the Waldenwoods Summer Wedding reception by Detroit Wedding Photographer Michele Maloney

 

 

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About Michele

Mom, Wife, Photographer, Volunteer, Joy Seeker, Faith Driven, Compassionate, Artistic, Creative and Grateful.

Michele is an expert in the industry with over a decade of experience. Spending most of her time raising her kids, volunteering at church, entertaining friends, taking care of her family. As a Southeast Michigan wedding photographer the client experience is her biggest priority. Ultimately wanting to be a part of your day, not only your photographer but a trusted friend. 

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