ERIN LEE ALLENDER PHOTOGRAPHY
Nashville Photographer | Since 2009
Full time people pleaser. Also a photographer.
I've been documenting people since 2009 — and honestly I cannot think of a better job for my people pleasing tendencies.Weddings that made me ugly cry behind the camera. Corporate events for Fortune 500 companies. B'nai Mitzvahs where I've watched kids grow up in real time. Families who keep coming back because their kids won't stop getting bigger.
The venues, the lighting, the gear — none of that is what I'm actually here for. It's the people. Documenting who someone is, how a family feels together, what a room looks like when everyone in it is genuinely happy. That's the job and I never get tired of it.
I'm practical, a little feisty, and I will make sure you feel comfortable in front of my camera. Mostly because you being uncomfortable makes me uncomfortable.
Based in Nashville since 2007. Photographing professionally since 2009. Minivan owner since 2023.
WHERE DO YOU WANT TO START?
Weddings
For couples who want someone who's seen it all and will still tear up at your vows.
Corporate Events
For planners and marketing teams who need images that actually work and a photographer who won't make your day harder
Mitzvahs
For families who want a photographer who knows the difference between an aliyah and a hora.
Family
For parents who understand that kids don't stay small, dads can be grumpy and snacks are life.
Kind Words
“THE BEST EVER!!! Erin was hands down the best addition to our wedding. It was absolutely pouring the day of our wedding, and she stopped at nothing to make our photos work. She was warm, encouraging, inventive, high energy, positive and professional. She made every person in the wedding part, family, and at the reception feel comfortable. She brought out the natural smiles, got every shot and group photo we could have hoped for, and politely shut down anything we didn't want. The photos are incredible, we could not be happier. MUST HIRE!”- Chelsea
"Forrester Research worked with photographer Erin Allender at one of our biggest events of the year, CX Summit North America 2024, and we were so pleased with the results. In an event space with various lighting situations and a lengthy shot list, she delivered images that were technically excellent and creatively on brand. She captured the energy, connection, and value of a Forrester event, and she was a dream to work with—responsive, collaborative, and timely. I highly recommend her." Judith Tacelli, Art Director • Forrester Research
“Do you want beautiful family photos? Erin is fantastic! I’m talking a toddler- whisperer! She’s empathetic, funny, and knows how to capture the essence of each family. I was grateful for her eye for detail. Erin shot our family in total meltdown mode in a field at sunset (the whole thing looked like a comedy scene 😂) and the photos had us looking our best!! I was shocked. She made sure to catch shirt wrinkles, fix bad angles, get my child’s attention, and create silly moments that made my feral children look like angels. I’m so grateful to her for capturing each life-stage’s quirks and sweet moments to create beautiful memories. Highly recommend Erin!” - Twila
A few things worth knowing
I communicate obsessively and I'm never hard to reach. I've photographed for Amazon, Forrester, Dairy Queen and the Country Music Hall of Fame — among many others. I've photographed siblings at their own Mitzvahs after first meeting them at their brother or sister's. I found my husband on Match.com and I have zero regrets.
I value honesty a lot — it helps that I'm a horrible liar and have an enormous guilty conscience. My desire to make anyone around me comfortable and happy outweighs just about everything else. But comfortable doesn't mean complacent. I'm from the Midwest, I'm honest to a fault, and I will always tell you what I actually think. No two people or events are the same. That's what keeps this interesting after all these years.
Based in Nashville. Available for travel. LGBQT+ Friendly.
Recent Work
