Hey there, I'm Bree
I’m a photographer, designer and book-loving creative based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
After working a traditional job for a few years, I was having a hard time chosing just one creative path—so I didn’t! My design studio, Bree Rose Creative, was born out of my love for storytelling in all its forms.
My business focuses on providing design and photography services for word people of all sorts: authors, publishers, and agencies. I specialize in headshots, book photography, author websites, and landing pages that feel unique, polished, and creative.
I like to think of myself as a renaissance creative: curious, adaptable, and always ready to try something new (except improv. Or public singing. That’s where I draw the line).
When I’m not running my own business (you know, that other 10% of my time), I am keeping my dog Tipper Two out of trouble, hanging with family and friends, traveling (solo or with anyone I can find to join), and chipping away at my TBR shelves. Also debating on training for a 10K, but haven’t commited.
If you aren’t an author or publisher and are looking for family or senior photography, check out my other website, Bree Rose Photography.
I like to think of myself as a renaissance creative: curious, adaptable, and always ready to try something new (except improv. Or public singing. That’s where I draw the line).
When I’m not running my own business (you know, that other 10% of my time), I am keeping my dog Tipper Two out of trouble, hanging with family and friends, traveling (solo or with anyone I can find to join), and chipping away at my TBR shelves. Also debating on training for a 10K, but haven’t commited.
If you aren’t an author or publisher and are looking for family or senior photography, check out my other website, Bree Rose Photography.
My Creative Philosophy
01
Make it Accessible
Pursuing any creative project can be intimidating and scary, whether it’s writing a book, starting a business, or getting your photo taken. I’ve been there! But the creative process doesn’t have to be that way. I bring you along for the ride when we work together, by answering questions, teaching, and making sure you feel comfortable and excited about the project.
02
Do it with Joy
You know that zing of happiness you get while working on something that is both challenging and fun? I look for that zing in every project I work on. Sometimes its buried deep, but I believe we do our best creative work when we can find it.
03
Deliver Value
Creative excellence matters, and I strive to deliver the best of my work so you, in turn, can send out the best of yours. Perfection is a myth, but I work hard, always learn, and put my all into every project.
My Creative Journey
1996
Second grade art show featuring my chalk drawing of a flower.
2007
The beginning and end of my filmmakers career featuring a riveting reenactment of the the 6th-grade neighbor girl's life called A Day in the Life of Paige, interviews with celebrities like Dad, and Friend's Mom, and my magnum opus: Murder Mystery.
2013
Graduated from Grand Valley State University with a degree in English Literature and professional writing (no regrets). Discovered I was also decent at photography, and started doing gigs on the side for friends and family.
2014–15
Volunteered with AmeriCorps NCCC and worked with FEMA on natural disasters and preparedness. I was the media rep on my team, which gave me experience taking photos, creating presentations, and writing press releases and blog posts. I also got to live in cool places and meet cool people.
2015–2021
Worked in the interior book design department at Baker Publishing Group. I learned so much about typesetting, design, figure and illustration creation, and publishing. Working in book publishing = lots of fun and regular papercuts. During these years I built up a small photography business and was the graphic designer for a writers conference for two years.
June–December 2021
Needing a change, I left my job and embarked on a challenging and wonderful creative sabbatical. I spent six months traveling, writing, learning, and recharging. I took trips to new places, started writing two books, created three websites, read a million books, dabbled in drawing, met new people, and planned for the future.
January 2022
Started my business, Bree Rose Creative LLC.
