Lauren & Colby's Wedding Ceremony in The Day Chapel and Reception in The Terrace Room at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens

Here are a few of my favorite photos from Lauren and Colby's wedding. They were married on a gorgeous Sunday in November in The Day Chapel at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia. Carrie Scruggs played the harp for their ceremony. We took some fun portraits in the garden after the ceremony. After that we headed to The Terrace room for the reception where I photographed the first dance and the father-daughter dance. Sound Insight Productions was the DJ for the reception and  Trumps catered a tasty southern meal. Congratulations Lauren and Colby!

Megan and Mike's Reception in The Conservatory at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (1)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (1)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (2)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (2)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (3)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (3)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (4)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (4)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (5)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (5)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (6)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (6)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (7)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (7)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (8)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (8)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (9)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (9)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (10)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (10)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (11)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (11)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (13)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (13)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (14)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (14)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (12)

Athens Georgia Botanical Garden Conservatory Wedding by Courtney Goldman Photography (12)

Megan and Mike's Reception was held in the Conservatory at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia. It's just about as close to an outside reception as you can get without actually being outside, and has the bonus of air conditioning and a gorgeous natural background!  Here are some of my favorite photos from the reception.The parents of the groom.The parents of the bride. Also, I couldn't help but include this one!  The bride's step-dad was helping me test the light for the departure, and I got this!!

Laura and Wes' Reception at The Visitor's Center of The State Botanical Garden of Georgia - Part 2

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Wedding Photography at State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens by Courtney Goldman

Oops!  I forgot I had one more post of Laura and Wes' Reception at The Visitor's Center of The State Botanical Garden of Georgia.First, a quick "scene setting" photograph of the front of The Visitor's Center.  (The reception is actually going on in the conservatory - the right side of the building with the high ceiling.)Some of Laura and Wes' guests enjoying the party.How cute! I grabbed this candid of Wes and Laura being sweet together while laughing with some friends.I brought Laura and Wes outside for a few minutes to get some quick portraits that would show off the beauty of the Garden - and of course, of them!When we got back inside, the dancing had begun.  So of course, the happy couple got going!Mom showing off her dancing skills.I love to take photos of people taking photos - especially photos of themselves!More happy couples - love was in the air at this wedding.Congratulations Laura and Wes! I wish you a lifetime of happiness.