a romantic stony creek engagement in the woods at sunset
A sunny summer Stony Creek engagement in Washington, Michigan provided by Kari Dawson, top-rated Detroit wedding photographer.
Stony Creek Engagement…
I met Gabriela and Mario recently for their Stony Creek engagement and had the very best time getting to know them both while playing in the sun. And I mean literally playing in the sun. When your a groom who grew up playing soccer and now coaches THREE separate soccer teams and your wedding photographer has spent the last 25 years on a soccer field… you play. To clarify, Mario played and Gabby is the greatest fiance ever. Not only did she humor Mario and I with a little fun in an open field with the soccer ball, she can often be found on the sidelines. Proud to support Mario and the little people he coaches.
Their love…
These two have a love that is vibrant. They both just radiate this inner light, pure joy, and an easy connection. They are truly naturals in front of the camera and we had no trouble chatting the evening away as we worked together. Gabriela has a quieter personality but her love for Mario and his affection brought her to life.
Thank you…
I absolutely cannot wait to see how their vision comes to life next August for their Petruzzellos wedding! I am so grateful to have been given the opportunity to document their nuptials and the celebration with loved ones. Mario’s mom has been a sweet part of the planning process; I can’t wait to meet her and the rest of the family. Enjoy a peek at some of my favorite moments with Gabriela and Mario!
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Karli has been Kari’s creative partner for five years. Before every wedding, we visualize you as a couple, your venue, and your day, so we walk in prepared for a calm, intentional experience.
Kari is the creative director, and since she’s only human and can’t be everywhere at once, Karli closes the gaps. She shoots alongside Kari, keeps the day on schedule, carries your bouquet, fixes your veil, and is a real-life cheering squad.
That’s not even the best part. She’s also Kari’s daughter, which means we communicate without words. She anticipates what Kari needs before she asks, and together we’ve built a wedding-day rhythm you'll notice.
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