Featured Vendor Profile: Abby Rose Photo

What is it that you do?

I shoot primarily wedding, events, and portraits, and am based in Southeast Michigan. I specialize in creating distinctive, modern imagery.

What do you love about what you do?

In a word – moments! That’s really what it’s all about – capturing all the moments that happen during a wedding day – the moments that you may not even realize are happening, but take your breath away when you see the photos. I love the fact that I’m creating images for my clients that they will treasure for the rest of their lives.

How did you get into doing what you do?

I fell into shooting weddings almost by accident! My background is in photojournalism. in college, I was very involved with our school paper, and foresaw a career gallivanting through war zones with my camera in hand. after graduation (in 2003), I was doing odd jobs when a friend who was shooting weddings suggested I might like it. I tagged along with her one weekend, and was hooked instantly. I fell in love with the job and spent the next few years learning everything I could from some of the best in the field before starting my own studio in 2006.

What do you wear when you’re doing what you do?

I keep it pretty simple. Looking cute is important, but comfort is definitely paramount! Typically, i’ll wear black or brown slacks, and a simple top. Usually I keep to dark/neutral colors, although sometimes I’ll try to coordinate with the wedding colors. And always my dansko clogs – the only footwear I’ve found that can keep me comfortable for 12+ hour days on my feet! And I love my new Gobee bag. It’s the best for carrying CF cards, business cards, lib balm – and it’s super-cute!

If you have worked at a gay wedding, what is one thing you had to change your assumptions about?

I’ve shot a handful of gay weddings. Honestly, I didn’t have any big assumptions or preconceptions. I’ve always been a pretty open-minded gal, and have plenty of gay friends, so it’s really no big thing. Just two people in love, celebrating their commitment. If anything, I’ve found that the gay couples I’ve worked with are so appreciative of the support and acceptance of everyone involved – from friends and family, to vendors.

Do you have a favorite “moment” that happens while you’re doing your job?

Honestly, I try not to come into a wedding with any preconceived expectations of what sort of moments to expect. This attitude really helps me stay ‘fresh’ and to create original imagery at every wedding I shoot. Of course, there are some moments that are always special: a couple seeing each other for the first time, their first dance, etc…

Rave time!

I don’t even know how to put into words how beautiful those pictures are. You did a fabulous job. You ROCK! I was sitting at my computer at work looking at them and getting tears in my eyes because you did such a good job capturing the day. I can’t thank you enough…… – Krysti and Trent

Oh my goodness Abby, those were the best pictures I’ve ever seen! They’re so much more than we could’ve imagined, they were so beautiful and perfect. They brought back so many memories, I feel like I just relived the day. I can’t express how perfect and amazing they were, they made me cry! Thank you so much for everything! We’ll be eternally grateful and it was worth every penny! Thank you again!! – All our love, Jerusha and Ryan

WE LOVE YOU!!!!
we received more comments on how terrific you were/are than anything else at the wedding! And it’s all true! you are absolutely fabulous! and we really really appreciate everything! The blog is awesome and we can’t wait to see the rest! you truly are amazing! i hope you know how very very talented you are and how much we appreciate you being a part of our day! we were very lucky to have you! Thanks abby! – Dan + Monica

I wanted to tell you that everyone that has seen the photos love them. They rave about them when they see them. In fact a couple of my friends got married right after we did and said your photos were way better. I would tell everyone who come to see you to look no further, sign her up. Thank you again for helping to make our wedding such a special day and all the great memories I get to look at whenever I want.
Michelle + Tommy