Andrea Rugg is an architectural photographer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota with over 36 years of experience in the photo industry, and over 24 of those years have been spent specializing in architectural photography.  She photographs architecture – interiors, exteriors, landscapes, public works and gardens and likes to work people and animals into her photos whenever possible.  Andrea’s background includes a double Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in art with emphasis in photography and also printmaking.

“I love what I do, which is photography of places and spaces; architectural photography both commercial and residential, interiors and exteriors. Making a beautiful photo is a process that is all about planning, lighting, composition, being both patient and in a hurry, getting inspired, collaborating with clients and designers and finally, comprehensive post production. This all culminates into beautiful photos and happy clients.”

Andrea’s photography has achieved numerous design awards for her clients and has been published both nationally and internationally in books, magazines and advertising and for promotion by corporate clients.  Her photography has been featured in over 50 books on home improvement and home arts and crafts. She was also the project coordinator and main photographer for two books on home improvement.

A brief listing of design awards won by clients using Andrea’s photography:  International Interior Design Association FAB Awards (Northland Chapter), Coty Awards, Chrysalis Awards, Minnesota AIA/Minneapolis Star Tribune Home of the Month Awards, Roma Awards, Rave Awards, Preservation Alliance Awards, etc.

Andrea is a member of both the APA – American Photographic Artists and the ASMP – American Society of Media Photographers and Andrea Rugg Photography is a certified woman owned business, WBE and DBE through the Minnesota Unified Certification Program – MNUCP.