I will be at the Green Building in Brooklyn tomorrow night along with some other lovely people giving tips on how to look great in your wedding photos as well as showing off our work! Come meet us, and find a wedding photographer that's right for you! To purchase tickets go to the BrooklynBased website, or purchase tickets at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. 452 Union St New York, NY 11231
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Thursday, March 14, 2013
The Wythe Hotel and finding your people!


If you have not had to chance to visit the Wythe Hotel yet, do yourself a favor, and check it out! The lovely ladies of Entwined are Thea from Hushed Commotion and Patricia of 1440NYC, who held this super amazing networking event there this month, and as you can see, we had too much fun! When they asked me to photograph the evenings festivities, naturally my answer was, yes, of course! The only catch being that when I looked at the rsvp list, I couldn't believe that a large number of guests would be some of New York's finest wedding photographers. I couldn't believe how nervous I got! So weird, I rarely get that kind of nervous anymore, but when it's you photographing a room full of photographers, you really have to bring your A game! Honestly, I love a challenge, and the opportunity to face my fears! I really think that as an artist, and a business owner, you really have to push yourself all the time, to be better, stronger, and ever evolving. I am definitely at a place where I am pushing myself to a different place then I have ever been, so a shout out to all the lovely people that were in attendance that night. I love being a part of an amazing community of kick ass people that inspire me to push myself and be better every day. If you want anything in this life, put yourself in a room full of amazing people, and strive to be the best every day! Find your people!
Cheers!
amber
Labels:
brooklyn,
Entwined,
Events,
Friends,
Networking,
NYC skyline,
Weddings,
Wythe Hotel
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Carly+Andrew
So, when someone says, lets do an engagement shoot at the bodega called Mexico 2000, what do you say?? Um, Yeahhhh! That is so unique, that I couldn't pass it up. When Carly and Andrew came to me about working together, we met for a drink and I knew this would be fun! They are both creative people, who are up for anything, which is how they knew they were meant for each other. Essentially, on their second date, they had one of those, lets just get some tacos at the bodega and explore our neighborhood dates. This shoot is a recreation of that day, wherein they met for a quick bite, and walked around until they ended up at a small park in South Williamsburg. These are two people who know how to have a good time in any situation, because they are both creative's with a zest for life! I couldn't be happier with how this turned out, because when I was first thinking about how to shoot this, I knew that there would be endless possibilities for color backdrops, and fun details. It also feels like we really are on a date with them, but in a John Hughes movie about 2 people falling in love in New York. I mean what is more New York than a Bodega!? The idea of combining the elements of high brow and low brow aesthetics is always interesting, and that's how we chose what they were going to wear, as a contrast to the backdrop of this colorful bodega. Congrats to these two love birds, and wishing you all the best!
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Introducing new laser cut save the date and thank you cards!
Everything is coming up hearts! I wanted to share a new product that I am now offering with everyone! These gorgeous laser cut cards, are also stand alone photo display cards! They are perfect to combine with engagement photos, or as a thank you keepsake from your wedding day! I collaborated with my friend George from Mirror Mirror Designs to come up with this concept! To inquire about pricing and other designs, visit his website, and get in touch! They also do amazing invitations and can serve many of your wedding stationary needs! If you simply would like to order save the dates or thank you cards, you are welcome to order directly through me as well! Happy Planning!
xx
a
Labels:
engagement,
NY,
Save the Date,
Stationary,
Thank You,
Wedding
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Happy Nemo Weekend Lovers!
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| Paint your heart gold! Scalloped heart from paper persentation |
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| Create incision at a diagonal, and add your hole punch to the top. Tools from Davinci Art Suppy |
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| Weave your gold dipped feather through, and now add glue and glitter to the other side and let dry. Feathers from M&J |
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| Add your twine, and a little note to the recipient. |
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| Voila! Happy Valentines! |
Well, it hasn't been so bad here in Brooklyn, but I hope you are all staying warm and safe this weekend! I kept myself busy during the storm and prepared this little DIY valentine day inspiration for you! I made these heart shaped ornaments as giveaways for the Brides to be that I will be meeting with at the Green Building here in Brooklyn! If you or anyone you know is engaged send them our way, and let them know I will be there showing my work, talking to brides and grooms to be, and handing over these little babies!! For information and tickets visit the Brooklyn Based site!
Labels:
Bridal Show,
Brooklyn Based,
DIY,
Gift,
Inspiration,
Ornament,
Valentine,
Wedding
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Engagement Photo Session Give Away!
I am still celebrating the new year, and feeling great about what 2013 has in store! I would love to offer newly engaged couples a free 1.5 hour engagement photo session to couples in NY, or traveling to NY for the month of February. There are limited spots available, so please send inquires and inspiration boards to my email address amber@ambergress.com to book your shoot with me! I love collaborating with other creative people, so if you feel like you have a great idea, send it my way, so we can work together!
All the best in 2013!
Friday, December 7, 2012
Masha+Colin Styled Engagement Shoot
Check out this gorgeous styled engagement shoot that some lovely ladies and I put together for Masha and Colin! We were thrilled to hear about their engagement, so we put together a shoot that really shows off their personal style, and helps set the tone for what is to come for their spring wedding in California! Together we created a specialty cocktail to help them celebrate and enjoy their evening in the garden! I had the great pleasure of working with some of the loveliest people I know, and I'm so honored to be a part of this lovely little shoot we did in Brooklyn!
Cheers!
Happy Holidays!
Couple: Masha and Colin
Save the date: Masha D'yans
Photographer: Amber Gress
Accessories: Thea of Hushed Commotion
Prop Stylist: Jenna Cantagallo
Flowers: Kelley of 2Hflowers
Make up: Morgan Gates
Labels:
brooklyn,
engagement shoot,
love shoot,
ny wedding,
portrait,
styled shoot
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