Virgil Graham Photography

8/18/2013

It is more than picture taking, it's an experience!

Virgil Graham Photography 2013

During a recent visit to Myrtle Beach, I chose to splurge a little on hiring a professional to take beach portraits. When I called Virgil Graham Photography to learn more about the services provided, Virgil answered all of my questions and was knowledgeable of the location and best time of day to shoot. I had no idea he was educated at Harvard Design School, trained to be a pilot, is a popular local speaker and has been featured on television as a narrator/ historian! He shared a lot of great stories, which highlighted his dynamic personality.

For me, our conversation was pleasantly different from the way I do business back home. Knowing that I was visiting, Virgil asked that I treat him like an uncle away from home and that if I needed any local recommendations he would be happy to provide them. Virgil suggested the Sea Captain’s House, which provided an award- winning oceanfront dining experience. I’m glad I went as I got the impression that the locals frequented the place and it reminded me of Mary Kay’s Toll House back home.

Do you want to know about the photo shoot? A big storm was on its way and the clouds were coming and going. We decided to go for it anyway! Virgil’s professional camera and lighting system worked magic! I am delighted to see how the pictures turned out. I was most impressed with how Virgil has an eye for catching the right moments. If you are ever in the Myrtle Beach area, I highly recommend Virgil Graham Photography. It is more than picture taking, it is an experience!

42 Comments

John Hurd link

8/18/2013 09:25:18 pm

Indeed, that was really a wonderful experience. From your photo alone I can tell that you had an amazing chemistry together with the photographer. Nice work guys.

Yvonne Brown

8/18/2013 11:19:46 pm

Thanks John! You are absolutely right!

Anita Breeze link

8/18/2013 10:41:40 pm

That is such a beautiful shot. it's so nice when you click with someone and also this is an amazing reference that you have provided for them!

8/18/2013 11:20:17 pm

Thanks for the compliment Anita!

Tina link

8/18/2013 10:51:41 pm

Isn't it wonderful how you can find yourself in another place and meet someone like this "uncle". I LOVE the black and white photographs.

8/18/2013 11:20:56 pm

Thanks for your post and compliment Tina!

Loretta link

8/18/2013 11:21:49 pm

So fun! Great referral. As the wife of a photographer, I know the work involved to get a great shot!

Yvonne

8/19/2013 12:02:09 am

Thanks Loretta! You are so right!

Lisa Hodges link

8/18/2013 11:58:42 pm

What an amazing experience you had. Beautiful photography is such an art.

8/19/2013 12:02:34 am

Thanks Lisa! It is truly an art!

Jim Striegel link

8/19/2013 12:21:03 am

What a great story and recommendation. Nice that you took the time for him too.

8/19/2013 02:23:16 am

Thanks Jim! You are very sweet!

Casey Gardner link

8/19/2013 12:24:40 am

That is a great story about your connection. Very nice of you to recommend him too.

8/19/2013 02:24:04 am

Thanks Casey! Like Jim, you are very sweet!

Dana Maciag link

8/19/2013 01:38:50 am

I love photography and black and white photos are my favorite!

8/19/2013 02:24:41 am

Thanks Dana! Me too!

Savannah-Lin Dofa

8/19/2013 03:03:08 am

Yes black and white is very nice!.. Love taking pictures.. :)

8/19/2013 04:08:57 am

Thanks for your post Savannah-Lin! Agreed!

Meli link

8/19/2013 03:46:17 am

Sounds like you had a wonderful experience. Thanks for sharing it!

8/19/2013 04:09:22 am

Thanks Meli!

Deanna Heiliger link

8/19/2013 05:19:25 am

What a great story and so happy about your experience! It's all about relationships and how you treat people...Virgil could have been not as personable and your whole experience would have been different! :)

8/19/2013 05:23:23 am

Thanks for your post Deanna! Virgil was personable and truly made it a one of a kind experience!

Vene link

8/19/2013 05:29:39 am

We traveled to Myrtle Beach last year, it was a wonderful trip!!! Iwill keep them in mind!!

8/19/2013 07:07:10 am

Thanks for sharing Vene! You can't go wrong with Virgil!

Tom's Foodie Blog link

8/19/2013 05:43:20 am

Wow! It looks like the coming storm actually made for a very dramatic backdrop for the the photography session. They look wonderful!

8/19/2013 07:08:02 am

Thanks Tom! The backdrop is very nice! Nature has its ways!

allen link

8/19/2013 09:29:05 am

sounded like a great trip

Dov Shapira link

8/19/2013 10:13:20 am

What I see in the picture, is a very happy girl :)

8/19/2013 11:12:05 am

Thanks Dov!

Robin Foose

8/19/2013 10:51:14 am

Looks like you had an AMAZING photo shoot!!!! very nice

8/19/2013 11:12:54 am

Thanks Robin!

Tyler

8/19/2013 12:21:21 pm

I love photography! Glad it turned out well

8/20/2013 01:12:22 am

Thanks Tyler! Me too!

Kevin Hardin link

8/19/2013 12:43:21 pm

It is great when a good photographer captures a moment

Veronica link

8/19/2013 12:46:47 pm

Sounds like you had a great trip. I need to take some professional pics as well.

8/20/2013 01:43:08 pm

Thanks Veronica--it would be nice to also have some done of your gorgeous home!

Daniele Holmberg link

8/19/2013 03:37:02 pm

What a great story! Thanks for sharing:)

Robin

8/19/2013 11:49:23 pm

You would have never known there was a storm coming, it's looks like some super cool photography with really gorgeous effect! LOVE IT! I'm a huge fan pf photography and your pic looks amazing :)

8/20/2013 01:13:31 am

Thanks Robin! We didn't let a little storm scare us!

Karen Bradley link

8/20/2013 04:56:06 am

A great photographer can take a photo shoot from a very unpleasant experience to a wonderful one. We actually had an unexpectedly good time at one we did a few years ago with four kids and two dogs!

8/20/2013 01:42:15 pm

You are so right Karen! Personality is everything!

Christie link

8/21/2013 05:09:27 am

Wow, Virgil is truly an artist in many aspects. To be able to capture such a beautiful picture and act as your tour guide. What a blessing. And it looks like you had tremendous fun!