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    Erin and her team are unbelievably amazing.
    reasons to choose her
    1. The pictures speak for themselves - she's amazing at capturing the joy in the moment. She's not intrusive, not bossy, and still able to take beautiful shots.
    2. She's super professional - very prompt and responsive prior to the wedding, evaluates your site prior, and comes early to set up, and stays late to make sure all photos are downloaded in a safe place before leaving.
    3. She goes above and beyond her role - I didn't have a day of coordinator, and Erin and her team helped me survive: they helped trim flower stems, redo my hair, set out dinnerware, among many others. Prior to the wedding, I also didn't know anything about Nashville and wedding planning, and she followed up with her colleagues to help me figure out lots of catering questions.
    4. She and her team are SUPER FUN

    If I had to choose again, I would no doubt choose Erin to be my wedding photographer a second time. It is 100% worth it. You have a million other decisions to make, so focus on getting those done and rest assured you won't regret choosing Erin and her team.
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    Sasha Sent on 06/20/2016
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    Erin Lee Allender is amazeballs! Her photos speak for themselves. I am now a picture snob. She gave us such valuable and well documented memories of our special day. She shot my best friend's wedding and I knew that she would be my photographer when my time came. After the venue, her services were the second item I purchased. Photography is pricey if you want quality, but she is well worth it. I have already booked her for my future children at her new business, Erin Lee Allender photography. She will no longer be a part of the Collection, but the impact she made on this brand will stand the test of time.
    She knows how to read people. That is what makes her so gifted. She could tell when my energy was fading, She even stopped during the reception to get me a drink when I was overwhelmed with taking photos for guests. Erin helped sew one of my bridesmaids into her dress when the side seam burst right before she was to walk down the aisle. She is gal's gal and people's person. She is awesome. Her services were a great investment.
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    Kristen Sent on 10/18/2015
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    Erin was great. Very professional and has a great eye. You can tell she's done this once or twice :)
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  • User2287153 Sent on 08/26/2015
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    I can't express how great Erin was for our wedding. She not only calmed my nerves about what we considered the most important aspect of our wedding (the pictures) but she answered all my other random wedding related questions also! Erin remained calm and professional during her time with us. After seeing all of our beautiful wedding pictures, I have had other friends book Erin for their weddings. When you book Erin, you will get incredible memories of your special day that will last forever!
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    We worked with Erin and she is wonderful! She is so bright and cheerful and her work is amazing! I knew when I saw her portfolio that she is who I wanted to work with. She made a point to get to know us as a couple and made sure our pictures reflected our style. I was also really impressed with how professional she was. She showed up almost an hour early (!) on our wedding day to start taking pictures of us getting ready and then was really good at wrangling our entire wedding party. And after the wedding and at the reception she was so patient as a million different people tried to get in her way to take cell phone pictures as she working. Then the icing on the cake was when we saw the finished product! Our wedding pictures were breathtaking! I would absolutely recommend her to anyone getting married!
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    Meghann Sent on 11/18/2015
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    Erin was simply amazing to work with, and her work truly speaks for itself! My husband and I ultimately chose to work with her because a) we loved her easy-going personality and really meshed with her, and b) her work is timeless, not trendy, and had a good mix of the traditional posed shots (that I didn't think I really would like, but they ended up being some of my favorites!!) as well as amazing candid captured moments. I really felt that she captured the full essence of the day! We had a LOT of little special details and she got them all!

    Erin was amazing throughout the wedding planning process, but she really was a rockstar on the big day. She's extremely calm, and her presence really added to the calm, easy feeling of our wedding day. She made my husband and I feel comfortable in what can sometimes be an awkward situation of posing and smiling and feeling silly, but she kept the mood light and fun! She was respectful and polite to all of our guests and vendors; extremely professional but not in any way snooty or rude, as I've experienced with other wedding photographers in other weddings I've been in.

    She even went out of her way to help me in non-photog duties: she grabbed me water when I was having a coughing fit, she even bustled my dress for me when my sister and I forgot to do it before the first dances!

    On the photo side, I was always concerned about my arms looking big in pictures, or my "bad" side being photographed, and Erin did a really great job of telling me how to pose for the most flattering angles. And boy was she right! I felt like I looked better in my wedding pictures than I ever thought I would, which was a huge plus! :) Even my bridesmaids commented on how good Erin was at telling a woman how to properly stand for the most flattering shot! That's a huge plus!

    She also got our engagement and wedding pictures back to us SO quickly! We had a sneak peek go up while we were on our honeymoon, which was super fun! :)
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    Nicole Sent on 06/26/2015
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    We can not say enough great things about Erin! We met with her prior to our engagement photo shoot and she spent a couple of hours talking to us and getting a feel for us as individuals, a couple, and what we were looking for. Our engagement photos were beautiful and we had so much fun. Through that session she really got to know us so when it came to our big day we knew Erin would capture all of our special moments. She has that talent of being in the middle of it all and getting those unique and special moments yet you never even realize she's there!! Our pictures could not be more perfect!
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    Erin with The Photography Collection was an invaluable part of my wedding experience. We used her for both our engagement and wedding photos and every single photo is flawless. I was fairly new to the Nashville area and when I told Erin I wanted to do an outdoor shoot near a creek but didn't know where to go, she did her own research and found us a beautiful spot! On our wedding day, she worked within the strict guidelines of our church, and managed to take beautiful photos without us even knowing she was there. Erin was always quick to respond to my emails, very detailed, organized, and professional (yet she still made it feel like we were hanging out with a long time friend). The most important thing I have to say about Erin though is her character. While photography was her priority the day of the wedding, she genuinely cared about making sure our day was perfect. I had food poisoning the day of our wedding and she followed me around with water and ginger snacks, and made sure I sat down plenty between shots so that I didn't feel feint. She also would fix my dress, veil, and hair as needed, totally unrelated to photos. She just wanted to make sure I looked my best at all times. Since my wedding, two of my friends have used Erin and they also have been very pleased with their interactions with her and their photos. Erin's pricing is very fair for the Nashville area. If you use Erin, it will be the best decision of your wedding process!
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    Erin Sent on 09/05/2015
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    We could not have asked for a better photographer for our wedding! Erin was fun and professional and made our wedding day so easy. And the pictures are gorgeous! We can't recommend her highly enough!
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    Abigail Sent on 01/17/2015
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    We absolutely loved working with Erin! She was so down to earth, and she was totally able to pick up on who we were and how to represent that in photographs. We were very impressed by her level of professionalism and the quality of photos. We definitely recommend any couples planning a wedding to book Erin and The Collection!
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    Micah Sent on 01/17/2015
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    Erin did a fantastic job!! Super sweet and very professional! She did such a great job at capturing special moments!!! I epuldnt change anything about my pictures :)
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    Barbaralee Sent on 01/22/2015
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    We hired Erin Lee to shoot our wedding and reception, we were not disappointed! Erin was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. I cannot say enough nice things about the quality of her work, her professionalism, and how easy she is to work with. Erin did a great job of putting all of us at ease and got amazing shots. She was organized and on top of everything. She truly went above and beyond the day of our wedding and we could not be happier with our choice.
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    Erin took gorgeous pictures of our wedding day that we will cherish forever. I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. As an out-of-town bride, I had very severe scheduling constraints in terms of meeting with Erin and scheduling bridal portrait, etc. She was very flexible and understanding of these issues and worked with me, often on almost zero notice. I think what I loved the most about her though was her behavior on my wedding day. She was a joy to have around and knew when to let us just enjoy a moment rather than focus on the picture. She also handled those endless family photos very expertly. She was efficient and I felt like she became a part of our day.
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    Ginger Sent on 01/18/2015
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    Erin Lee Allender of The Collection was FANTASTIC! She shot our wedding, including our engagement session. Not only was Erin professional, she was so much fun to hang out with - every time we met with her, it was a blast! She and her team were phenomenal on the day of our wedding and captured every bit of the day perfectly! Leading up to the big day and beyond, Erin really listened to what we wanted and made sure she was on target when it came to the feel and look of our photos. I really felt like she got to know us well! You will NOT be disappointed if you choose Erin!
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    Heather Sent on 01/18/2015
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    Erin was an absolute delight to work with. She is flexible and is easily able to blend her style to what the individual bridal couple is looking for. We get so many comments about how beautiful our photos were. We could not have a picked a more perfect photographer for our wedding!
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    We hired Erin from The Collection for our wedding reception, and she was fabulous! She was a joy to work with and was very flexible with our requests. We had a fairly non-traditional wedding reception (we eloped prior to the party), and Erin really captured the spirit of our event! She even went out of her way to perform non-photographer tasks, such as telling the DJ to announce the buffet was open (because nobody was eating), and fixing my sash when it came untied. We also had a photobooth, which our guests absolutely loved (I think they enjoyed the photobooth more than the dancing!). We love our photos, and would highly recommend Erin as a wedding photographer!
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    Lydia Sent on 01/08/2014
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    Erin Lee was the best photographer we could have ever dreamt of finding to shoot our wedding! She was fun, professional, creative, and personal. On the wedding day, Erin kept us calm and smiling for hours of shooting and kept it fun and fresh. She knew just how to pose us to create elegant scenes. At the ceremony and reception the photographer was everywhere and nowhere at the same time. They took a large amount of photos without being in the way of anything or feeling obtrusive. All of our guests were impressed by how well they blended into the event without being seen. Erin is super fun to work with, and she is just a great person to interact with. Everyone should use Erin for their wedding. The end result was incredible.. the photos were stunning and every moment was captured with care and creativity. We love Erin Lee!
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    Courtney Sent on 02/26/2014
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    There are so many good things about Erin and the Collection... I don't even know where to start! First, my husband and I were so pleased with our photos. Erin (and our second shooter) captured beautiful moments throughout the evening without being intrusive or "fake." You could see and feel the natural emotion in each photo without having to pose every second. We felt like our photos were unique and special...not regurgitated Pinterest poses. Erin took time to learn about us and shot our wedding in a way that captured who we are as a couple. I think one of the most impressive gestures was at our viewing session after the wedding. When we walked into the studio to view our photographs for the first time, she had dinner and a bottle of wine waiting for us! What a special touch that illustrates the incredible level of thoughtfulness and professionalism Erin and The Collection show their clients. Erin is the best...period.
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    Hellen Sent on 08/26/2015
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    I could not say enough kind things about Erin with The Collection Nashville. From the very beginning she made sure she knew exactly what I wanted. From calling me and spending time just getting to know me and from working with me anytime I had questions or concerns. She went above and beyond expectations. On the wedding day she took charge which was amazing! I do not know what I would have done without her that day! I would highly recommend The Collection and Erin to all my friends and family and even strangers. I will cherish my beautiful photos forever. They are just priceless.
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    Kelsey Sent on 09/18/2013
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    Erin took both our engagement photos and our wedding photos and they were absolutely gorgeous! She is an extremely nice person that it just added to the enjoyment of working with her! She had fantastic shots that were staged as well as candid camera shots. We are now having trouble deciding which ones we wanted printed to have around our house! There are too many to choose from! She also has been extremely informative, helpful, and super responsive!

    Definitely call The Collection and ask for Erin! Truly such an a pleasure working with her.
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    Amanda Sent on 01/28/2014
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    Erin is absolutely amazing! She took both our engagement and wedding pictures and they were just gorgeous!! Erin is such a sweet person which made it even more enjoyable!!! My husband is not a fan of taking pictures and she even had him laughing and enjoying it!! We are just crazy about her; she's very professional, yet kind, sweet and a lot of fun! She was always so patient with me and helped me with anything I asked! I would definitely recommend Erin to anyone, she's the best!!!
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    Lauren Sent on 01/12/2014
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    Erin and her team were absolutely incredible!! The entourage captured priceless and irreplaceable shots that I am so, so thankful they got!! Besides the 1500+ images that Erin and her crew were able to get, their work is UNBELIEVABLE!! Everyone that I show our wedding pictures to boast about the quality and beauty of each image!! I am finishing up pharmacy school (out of town from where our wedding was), and Erin was always so wonderful and flexible about meeting times that accommodated my schedule!! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Erin, her team, and The Collection!! I HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND ERIN LEE AND THE COLLECTION!!
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    Sydney Sent on 01/15/2014
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    We loved working with Erin. She was extremely professional, but also very easy going and flexible. She never once hurried me, despite running 2 hours late to the pre-wedding group shots we had planned, and adapted quickly to changes in the schedule. She knows how to corral a big group without ever being domineering or rude. She was firm and present when she needed to be and turned into a fly on the wall when she needed to be. Her style of shooting really suited our tastes, and we have amazing candid photos from our day as well as some wonderful portraits that are natural and relaxed instead of posed and stiff. She really knows what she's doing and is a wonderful person to work with and spend time with.

    Erin, was also extremely helpful and flexible leading up to the wedding. We don't live in Nashville so Erin and I skyped early on and she was kind enough to squeeze in an in person meeting over a busy holiday visit.

    We appreciate all that Erin did for us and I know you'll feel the same.
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    Peggy Sent on 03/04/2013
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    We chose Erin w/The Photography Collection and were pleased with our decision from day one. She is extremely professional, knowledgeable, personable and very FUN!!. She spends time to get to know the bride and the groom and what is important to them, as it relates to their wedding, and what memories they want to create. As MOB, I said the photographer was very important because at the end of the day, your wedding pictures are what you have for rest of your life to share with future generations and enjoy yourself, each and every day.

    For 10 months Erin worked closely with us and was always available to answer questions and provide suggestions. She made us feel like we were her only clients. She never made us feel dumb for asking questions and genuinely wanted to help us. She is a vey talented artist and that shows in her work. My daughter's bridal portraits are just gorgeous and every time I look at them, it takes me back to that day and Erin made it very special.

    The wedding day is chronicled by Erin's great shots which aren't just pictures.....they are actually stories, personalities and special moments that vividly describe the days events, from beginning to end. She is "spot on" in capturing real emotions and it shows over and over again, as we enjoy looking at all our pictures.

    I certainly recommend Erin ...you will not be disappointed. Her caliber of expertise is phenomenal and you will be glad she was an integral part of this very important day in your life, or the lives of your son and/or daughter.

    Hendersonville, TN.
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    Great to work with, creative and fun. Loved the pictures!!
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