You're on the hunt for your wedding photographer. There are many aesthetics to choose from, but once you choose the look of your photos, how do you choose your photographer? For me it was 1) personality and 2) experience! And let me tell you, Abigail Volkmann has BOTH! Abigail has such an upbeat attitude and personality… and her work feels that way as well! Plus, with 12 years of photography experience, you can trust Abigail Volkmann Photography to capture every precious moment of your wedding day… beautifully! Not to mention, Abigail is a go-getter – she's creator and founder of Nashville's one-stop wedding shop – Nashville Event Collective {check out post 1 and post 2 on Nashville Bride Guide!}.
Tell us about Abigail Volkmann Photography!
Abigail: Abigail Volkmann Photography is a boutique photography company that specializes in capturing the light, love, and life of my clients. Telling the love story from the beginning is what I love. I start with the engagement session and then I get to watch the story unfold through the wedding day, pregnancies, celebrations, and milestones. It is a magical journey captured a tenth of a second at a time.
How did you get started in weddings?
Abigail: I have been a full time photographer for 12 years. I started my photography career working in commercial and advertising photography. I worked with companies such as Simon Malls and Sports Illustrated. I had a photographer friend who started photographing weddings and said how much he enjoyed it. I thought I would maybe shoot a few weddings on the side, so I gave it a try. For me, it was one of those things where I didn't know that I didn't love what I was doing, until I started to photograph weddings and realized it was truly my passion.
What attracts brides to your business?
Abigail: I think the initial attraction for my clients is my style of photography. I also find that because of my years of experience I am able to make sure I capture a well rounded documentation of a wedding. I know where to be when, I know what details are important, and that every guest has a special place in the heart of the bride and groom.
What's the philosophy behind your company?
Abigail: Wow, this is such a great question!! I am a firm believer that for wedding photography, I have the responsibility to create an amazing experience for my couples, as well as, deliver amazing photographs. It is that amazing balance of being a left brained organized and a right brain creative simultaneously, and I am constantly striving to get better at both of these on a daily basis.
What are your strengths compared to others in your category?
Abigail: There are two things that I am always trying to stress to anyone looking for a photographer. 1) Experience, experience, experience!! I have been shooting weddings full time for close to 10 years. I have seen it all, I know how to navigate all the ebbs and flows of a wedding day. This is not an easy task. Someone else may be a great photographer in “perfect” circumstances, but it takes years of experience to be able to do this under ANY circumstance. 2) Artificial lighting! Pretty much every reception is an evening affair that is dark. Again, a less experienced photographer may be able to create beautiful photographs when the lighting is perfect and bright, but it takes expertise in artificial lighting to create beautiful photographs in dark spaces with less than ideal lighting.
What is the most “now” / innovative new product, service, style or other aspect of your industry that brides and grooms might appreciate?
Abigail: I think a huge trend right now is taking photography back to its roots and editing images to look like film. I think this is a great way to create classic photographs!
Is there anything else you'd like to share about your company?
Abigail: We are a boutique company that offers boutique service. We create images that are a reflection of our couples and a relaxing wedding planning experience. Each couple is valued and celebrated for their individuality.
See more of Abigail Volkmann Photography's portfolio on her website here and be sure to follow her on Instagram here!
All photos by Abigail Volkmann Photography.
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