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Abby is a luxury wedding photographer and business coach, offering photography services throughout the Southeast.

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Abby Bates photography

My approach to portrait sessions is to provide a comfortable and fun environment for you. I understand being in front of the camera can be intimidating to a lot of people. I never expect you to know what to do when it comes to posing. I provide direction and will guide you along with simple poses and encourage you throughout the entire shoot. My style is natural and true to life. I love finding pretty light for all of my shoots. Whether you are needing some updated branding photos, you're bringing home your precious new baby, you're graduating from high-school or college, or whatever it may be, I would love to work with you!

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She is super sweet behind the camera and helped us look our best!

From Past client, sarah

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Take a look at Abby's signature process. I've made it my number one goal over the years to create the most seamless process for my clients.

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I shoot portrait sessions Monday through Thursday only. My weekends (including Fridays) are reserved for wedding and off days.

Scheduling

After looking over my website, blog and socials, if you would like more information head over to the contact page. I'll be in touch soon.

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your Session

If you would like to move forward with booking, all that is needed is a signed contract and retainer. Everything can be done electronically.

Booking

I always encourage my clients to add an album onto their collection. Your photos are not meant to stay on your phone. Let's get them printed and in an album together.

Prints & ALBUMs

I know you will be excited to see all the beautiful photos we create together. I send the full gallery to your email within 2 weeks of the session.

Gallery delivery

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Portrait offerings include:
  • Up to an hour and half of coverage.
  • Up to three locations of choice.
  • An online viewing gallery.
  • Custom designed album.
  • Prints from your session.

I offer a variety of collections with a la carte options to add on if needed. 

Abby works closely with you to ensure your portrait session goes perfectly to plan and brings your vision to life.

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frequently asked questions

How many photos will i receive?

I typically deliver on average 125 images per hour of coverage. I don't limit the number of photos you receive so it can vary. 

Can we shoot on a Sunday?

My weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) are reserved for weddings and off days. I shoot portrait sessions Monday-Thursday only. 

I'M READY TO BOOK! WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

All thats needed to secure your session date is a signed contract and a 30% non-refundable retainer. This can all be done electronically, so it's super easy!

✓ quick turnaround time

✓ open communication and expectations

✓ Kind and Intentional Posing

Choosing a photographer is a hard decision and big investment. I want you to feel 100% confident in your decision to book me for your session. Here are a few key aspects of an experience with me.

Inquires I get per year

40+

sessions I shoot per year

20

Images delivered in every gallery

50+

clients I have gotten to serve

350+

- Missy

"She is one of the sweetest people I have ever met and her work is amazing!!"

-Bailey and John

"I will forever swoon over the photos and be so thankful for her expertise, advice, and guidance through the whole process."

- Laura and Jake

"Abby Bates, we will be grateful for you forever! She captured the day perfectly and we will have memories we can look back on forever"

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