Abby Rose Photo

06.03.10

Met up with Cari and Gabe awhile back for a laid-back engagement shoot around Ann Arbor. Really looking forward to their intimate wedding at Cafe Cortina this fall.

Enjoy!

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Cari said:

Yay! We made the blog! We LOVE these photos Abby. Thanks for a fabulous e-shoot!

(06.18.10 / 09:38 PM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/engagement/cari-gabe-ann-arbor-egagement.html

06.01.10

bret and elana | married!!

This May has been insanely busy - lots of amazing weddings, a fab bat mitzvah, and a whole bunch of e-shoots! I am terribly behind on my blogging - so thanks for the patience! I know I've got a lot of excited folks out there who have been waiting on this one!

Bret and Elana were married at Adat Shalom this month - it was a picture-perfect day and Tommy and I were so happy to share it with them!

event design/coordination: emerald city
band: Simone Vitale
video: Mike Staff

I'm happy to say that the incredible footwear trend of 2010 continues! These sparkly manolos were AH-MAZING.

Elana's dress was just darling, and totally perfect for her!

beautiful bride!

their first look:

a cute moment during their Ketuba signing

and the ceremony:

a few reception details

the hora!

thanks Bret and Elana! Hope this peek was worth the wait ;-)

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leslie said:

What a beautiful wedding and beautiful work as usual!

(06.01.10 / 08:14 PM)

amanda said:

love the details from this wedding! most of all the dress and cake, so beautiful! Great work Abby!

(06.01.10 / 11:38 PM)

Jan Hopman said:

What beautiful photographs Abby !! Thank you for the sneek peek and I can't wait to see the rest !!!

(06.07.10 / 12:24 AM)

Jennifer said:

Gorgeous as usual!!! But I *ADORE* her wedding gown!! If I were getting married again, I would so choose that gown. Just breathtaking! I love love love it!!! Do you know who it was by? That's just lovely! Of course, you make it look spectacular on such a gorgeous bride! ;)

(07.03.10 / 03:40 AM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/wedding/bret-and-elana-married.html

05.22.10

tony + kristen | married!

I've been so excited to shoot this wedding, ever since I first met Kristen and Tony and heard the wonderful story of how they met (he was her tour guide on a vacation in costa rica!). It was just amazing to see their friends and family come together to celebrate their wedding last weekend - it probably sounds cheesy, but the world feels just a little bit smaller after seeing how two people from opposite ends of the world can meet, fall in love, and build a life together ;-)

I must say, so far this season, abby rose photo brides have had *impeccable* taste in footwear. Love these cole haan's!

Kristen had a great team helping her get gorgeous - Amber Kaczmarek on makeup and Kristi from Luigi Bruni on hair.

tommy, meanwhile, was hangin' with Tony at the Ren Cen

cute shot in the limo

and some shots around the riverwalk - I never knew there was a carousel down there! Such a fun spot for photos - who wants to do an eshoot here?!

Emerald City did a fab job with all the details, and the Ambassador Ballroom looked just beautiful - my first wedding there and I hope there will be more! Such a great spot.

i love this shot, because they look like such rock stars!!

these little cuties had me cracking up all night with their awesome dance moves!!

the always fabulous Mary Ann Ross kept everyone rockin'...

...except for this one, who finally tuckered out after a wild night of dancing!

CONGRATULATIONS Kristen and Tony! It was truly a joy spending the day with you ;-) Hope you're having an incredible time in Paris!! xoxo

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Lisa Wilson said:

Absolutely adorable and well shot wedding images. Love the vintage tints! Gorgeous. Lisa X

(05.27.10 / 09:23 AM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/wedding/tony-kristen-married.html

05.17.10

megan + ryan | married!

What a killer wedding to kick off the 2010 season - Ryan and Megan are a lovely couple, and also gorgeous, which certainly doesn't hurt ;-) They were married last week at the Inn at St Johns. Some favorites:

Megan's dress was TO DIE FOR - seriously, so beautiful. Megan, leave the designer's name in the comments - I'm sure girls will be asking!

shoe LOVE - how cute are these!? (from JCREW)

here's ryan, looking very handsome

i dug his cufflinks

isn't megan beautiful (makeup by the fabulous amber kaczmarek)

cute ;-)

megan and ryan's first look:

back indoors for some last-minute primping before the ceremony

here comes the bride!

the grand ballroom looked lovely, filled with candles and flowers

I really loved how they surrounded their cake with family wedding photos. I like to think that at their childrens' weddings someday, an image of mine will join the group ;-)

first dance:

a little garter action

Megan and Ryan - hope you guys had an awesome day - we loved working with you!!

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Megan + Ryan Lowry said:

Abby these are absolutely amazing!! Can't wait to see the rest of them :). Thank you to both you and Tommy. My dress was designed by Ulla Maija.

(05.17.10 / 02:49 PM)

Ashleigh Fletcher said:

Beautiful! I've been waiting to see these :) Congratulations to the Lowry family!

(05.17.10 / 07:02 PM)

Judy Brady said:

Thank you so much for capturing the essence of the day...you both were a joy to work with and the images say it all! Judy, Bob, Lauren and Allison

(05.17.10 / 08:37 PM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/wedding/megan-ryan-married.html

05.06.10

liz + gordon | ann arbor engagement session

Busy season is officially here! Which means, my blog gets neglected bit....

Here's some favorites from a recent shoot with Liz and Gordon - an absolutely adorable couple! Gordon is working in Austin right now, and was only in town for a couple of days. And wouldn't you know it, the day of shoot it was raining. But they were total troopers and we got some wonderful images! They even gave me some time the following day, when the weather was gorgeous - so we wound up with a really lovely collection of rainy and sunny day images.

as I was shooting this next series, I realized my lens was fogged up (rainy weather will do that!). I figured they'd be unusable, but I actually really like them! They almost have a holga feel.

and here's a couple of sunny day shots:

thanks guys!

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long photography said:

really cute e-session. love it!

(05.13.10 / 07:46 PM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/engagement/liz-gordon-ann-arbor-engagemen.html

04.15.10

vendor love | pot and box!

As soon as I met Lisa and stepped foot inside her delightful studio, I knew I wanted to share her with my blog readers!

Her brainchild, Pot and Box is a full-service container gardening and floral design studio in Ann Arbor (not too far from me, actually!). Her space is SO charming, and full of whimsical little touches. I could hang out there all day. Pot and Box is available for fresh flower delivery, containers, flower landscapes, custom projects (she's helping me green up my studio a bit) - and YES, she does weddings!

In fact, Lisa is one of the only wedding florists I know of who emphasizes sustainability, and works almost exclusively with local flowers - something I think is pretty amazing. She is currently booking weddings for the 2010 season - so give her a buzz if you are looking for a florist!

Some pics:

this next room is actually available for small events! showers, parties, art shows, whatever. It's really a great space - so open and airy. Lisa also holds classes here for those looking to work on their green thumbs

here's a little collage - like I said, this place is just bursting with loveliness!

and here's the lady herself (don't kill me for posting this Lisa - you are adorable!!)

Pot and Box is right downtown Ann Arbor, at 220 Felch, and is open tuesday-friday, 11-6, saturday 12-3, and by appointment. Stop by and check it out for yourself!

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Lynn said:

What a cool, inspiring space! I see why you like it. I'll have to check it out if we are ever in that area.

(04.15.10 / 08:12 PM)

Susan Galardi said:

Love Pot & Box!!! Lisa has saved us from having to worry about what to do with our terrace - that you Lisa!!! We are lucky to have P&B in our lives! Bob & Susan Galardi

(04.16.10 / 11:37 PM)

anat said:

lisa is awesome! she just did our wedding last weekend and people raved about the flowers -- i still have several arrangements in full bloom around the house. if you are a bride looking for a florist, you should book her now!!

(04.24.10 / 03:54 AM)

Lisa Wilson said:

cool colours and imagery

(05.27.10 / 09:57 AM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/vendor-love/vendor-love-pot-and-box.html

04.13.10

album share | matt and megan

Just got in megan and matt's beautiful album and I am in LOOOVVVEEE. Seriously kicking myself for not ordering a copy for a studio sample.

This is finao's new "krumble" material. Loving it! Finao are one of my favorites of the album binders I work with - and they're a Michigan-based business, which is rad.

opening page:

and a few of my favorite spreads:

closing page:

and here's a closer look at that cover material. Really liking this one! It has a lot of character and a nice, vintage feel to it.

matt and megan - this baby is on it's way to you! I know you'll love it ;-)

Oh hey - in other news, my photos were on the TV today! I've been meaning to do a blog post about this cool contest I'm a part of - but in the meantime, check out this video! (for some reason I can't embed it, boo!).

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Katie said:

Beautiful! This reminds me...I have to pick ours up! Ahhh embarrassing it's been too long! Can you believe i'm STILL getting questions on who did my 'marvelous' wedding pictures!? :)

(04.22.10 / 03:30 PM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/goodies/album-share-matt-and-megan.html

04.12.10

kristin + tony | detroit engagement shoot

Kristin and Tony have what has got to be the best ever "how'd you meet?" story. They met while Kristin was on vacation in Costa Rica - and Tony was her tour guide! A whirlwind romance ensued, Tony moved to the US, and now they're getting married! Is that not the stuff of romance novels?!

Anyhow - we met up at the Ren Cen Marriott in downtown Detroit last week for our e-shoot. Their wedding will be in the Ambassador Ballroom there and I am so excited - it's an amazing venue right at the feet of the riverwalk.

Here's a few favorites:

The Ren Cen is a really beautiful and interesting building, and there are some cool interior spaces that we took advantage of since it was so chilly (what is up with this crazy weather lately!).

the cold didn't stop us from a quick trip outdoors

So, Kristin is living in Boston right now, but she's a Detroit gal at heart - which is why I know she's going to LOVE this next one. (well, I also know she's going to love it because I showed it to her on the back of my camera, and she was stoked. but anyways!):

Thanks Kristin and Tony for a great shoot! Looking forward to your wedding next month!

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Rosanna Stout said:

Another great job and looks like it was a super fun shoot.

(04.13.10 / 02:16 AM)

Guanacaste Expeditions said:

GREAT pictures....we love you!!!!!!!

(04.14.10 / 10:49 PM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/engagement/kristen-tony-detroit-engagemen.html

04.07.10

paul + vicky | engaged!

I'm am SO happy that wedding season is (almost!) here. Paul and Vicky were my first e-shoot in what feels like forever, and I was just so pleased to be shaking off the winter and shooting. And what a lovely couple to begin the season with. Not only are they gorgeous and totally photogenic - but they are so sweet and in-love. Shooting them was a breeze.

Both are U of M alums, so we took a little walking tour of some of their favorite spots on campus

tommy's take:

my take:

my take:

tommy's take:

thanks guys! I am so happy with this set of images - and there are many more to come. Hope you love them! To all my other clients - 'tis the season for e-shoots! My schedule is filling up fast, so call me soon if you're ready to set something up!

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Vicky B. said:

Abby, thanks so much for a fun day! Your work is just wonderful - we've been showing the pictures off to our family. Can't wait to see you and Tommy again! ~Vicky

(04.08.10 / 03:37 PM)

Dustin Francis said:

Love em...I'm looking forward to my first spring e-session myself! I have to say, the Nickels shots are the first ones I've liked from that location.

(04.08.10 / 07:36 PM)

Paul said:

These are great! The Angell Hall shots came out especially well. Thanks Abby and Tom!

(04.09.10 / 04:24 AM)

Sergio said:

Very professional work. Good job, Abby. Of course, it helps to have great looking models!

(04.09.10 / 01:43 PM)

Dan K said:

Wow! I love ALL of them! Good luck trying to pick out your favorites! SO photogenic and such great locations. Hey, If you ever get sick of young professional life you guys could just become models :)

(04.15.10 / 11:06 PM)

jojo said:

Gorgeous shots!!! Look at those lashes!!

(04.16.10 / 07:24 PM)

http://abbyroseblog.com/engagement/paul-vicky-engaged.html

04.07.10

still a few spots open in the speedlights workshop!

I am beyond excited to be hosting this upcoming workshop with JVS and Annie. These two know their speedlights inside and out, and are masters of using small flash units to add depth and drama to images.

Here's a few photos I snagged from their off-camera-flash blog (which is chock full of great information):

The workshop is scheduled for April 19th, and will be a full, 12-hour day of learning and shooting (and eating!). All participants will get a 30-page lighting pdf that contains detailed diagrams and gear lists. Class size is capped at 15, which means it will be a nice, intimate group. I think we're about halfway full right now - so grab your seat soon! This is currently their only midwest stop.

Learn more and register here.

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