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Steve + Rose // engaged

Last October I had the honor of photographing one of my very best friends with the love of her life. 
I love how Rose describes how their relationship transitioned over time: “I used to think he was like a ‘big brother’ to me – but one day I realized that meant we’d both find a different person to spend our lives with, and we couldn’t be there for each other all the time. And I couldn’t imagine life like that.”
 
When they lived four hours apart for a while, they each took turns making the drive, even if it meant spending only three hours together, or driving in the middle of the night to be with her in the ER. They share a dedication to each other that will surely stand the test of time.
 
She admires his kindness and dedication to helping other people. He appreciates her help and support, and most certainly thinks she’s awesome.  Together, they make a terrific team. They work hard, play hard, and love unconditionally.
Steve surprised Rose with a proposal that involved the soccer team he coaches at Lutheran High Northwest (and where we did the first half of the session). In just over a month from now, Rose and Steve will marry on the campus of the school where their relationship began, and I will be standing in support, in a bridesmaid dress (!!). But for a moment, let’s slip back to autumn, when the trees were colorful and leaves were falling along the Yates Cider Mill river walk trail. (And then, let’s speed time up a little! Steve and Rose are getting married!) 
Yates Cider Mill Engagement Session
Have I mentioned how much I love these two? Because I most certainly do. They are so perfect for each other.

– Abi S

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What should my child wear?

Whatever is comfortable, but please avoid graphics or neon clothing. Because the backdrop is gray, I recommend staying away from gray as well. All individual shots of toddlers and preschoolers will be taken bust/shoulders up. Babies and sibling photos may include more of their bottom half.

 

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Families who have pre-registered have been emailed a secure password-protected online Shootproof gallery. Your director will also let you know when the gallery is ready to view. You’ll have your choice of 3-5 images, edited in classic color and black and white. Some children are more expressive and more comfortable in front of the camera and may have more photos in their gallery. The entire school will be in the same password protected gallery, divided by class and student. Sibling photos can be found in the older child's gallery. If you would prefer a private gallery, please contact the photographer.

 

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Each print and digital order will receive a free class composite photo. These will be delivered to school at a later date this fall/winter.

 

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I may contact you for permission to use your child's image on social media and in my marketing, but I will never share without your permission, and I never share a child's name or identifying information. Your safety is my priority!

 

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All photos have been edited and color corrected, but if you need special retouching (for example, a scratch or snotty nose), you can add to cart in the "Retouch" menu. Digital images, if purchased, will be delivered electronically within 5 days.

 

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If you purchase a digital image or full gallery, you will receive a Print Release and be able to print wherever you prefer to receive your prints from. You are free to use in Christmas cards, or share on social media. Giving photo credit to Abi Schmit Photography online is always appreciated.

 

I have more questions. How do I contact you?

Feel free to contact me at abischmit.photo@ gmail (dot) com if you have any further questions. Please do not contact me through my website contact form on the homepage unless you have interest in booking a session. Thank you!

 

Thank you for supporting a local small business, and for the privilege and honor of photographing your child and serving your school this year.

- Abi Schmit

ABI Schmit PHOTOGRAPHY

formerly abi s photography

Serving Ann Arbor & Beyond

ABI S PHOTOGRAPHY

Serving Ann Arbor,
Detroit & Beyond