Powell's Proposal at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, GA

You know you've found a great man when he thinks ahead and hires a photographer to capture the moment he asks you to spend the rest of your lives together! Powell and I worked together to make sure Katherine would be surprised, and I'd be ready to catch it all.Congratulations Powell and Katherine!

Sara and Austin’s Wedding Reception at Graduate Athens in Athens, GA

Sara and Austin's Wedding Reception was held in the Pavillon at Graduate Athens. The weather was gorgeous; It was early May and had not yet gotten too terribly hot. They sat down to dinner after their first dance and parent dances. After dinner their family gave beautiful and funny toasts and they cut the cake that Austin's sister made. The rest of the night was a dance party! Sara even changed into a party dress -- which also showed off her 'something blue' shoes. Congratulations Sara and Austin!

Sara and Austin's Wedding Portraits on UGA's North Campus and Ceremony at Graduate Athens in Athens, GA

Sara and Austin went the less traditional route, and didn't have a wedding party. They saw each other before the ceremony (even skipping the first look since they both got ready in the same suite!) We went over to The University of Georgia's North Campus for some portraits of the bride an groom. Then we took family portraits at Graduate Athens, where they also had their ceremony and reception. Photos of the reception will be in the next post!

Baby Sadie's Newborn Session in Atlanta, Georgia

I know I've said it before, but one of the most fun things about being a photographer is watching families grow. Caroline and Stephen were married in September of 2011, and on April 23, 2015 their family grew by one beautiful baby girl - Sadie. I was thrilled when they asked me to take newborn portraits of their baby girl - and of course some photos of the family.  Sadie was a total sweetheart. She snoozed most of the session, so we got those sweet sleepy newborn photos I love. Caroline had this absolutely adorable owl hat - how cute! Congratulations Caroline and Stephen! 

Kyle & Hunter's Wedding at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, GA

Unfortunately, Trinity Presbyterian's rules prevented me from photographing the ceremony, but here are some photos of the processional and recessional, as well as a few portraits after the ceremony. Then the wedding party loaded onto the Trolley to head over to the reception!

Valentine's Day Contest 2015

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I’ve decided to celebrate with a last minute fun giveaway for the lovebirds who got married in 2014 and invited me to photograph their big day. I’d like to thank my clients you for letting me into your lives and thank you for trusting me to tell your stories - the beginning of what will be a lifetime of love and happiness.So here’s the contest. The couple with the greatest number of comments on their photo in the facebook album “Valentine’s Day Contest 2015” will receive a beautiful 16×20 gallery wrapped canvas to hang on their wall! If they don’t get first place, there is still a chance to win. Every couple with at least 25 comments will get an 8x10 Canvas Mini.

It’s easy to vote:  First, “like” Courtney Goldman Photography, then just write something creative or caring in the “comments” section below the couple of your choice!

Here’s the link to Courtney Goldman Photography on Facebook where you can find the contest.UPDATE: Congratulations to the Winners Candice & Shawn!!And here’s a preview of each couple’s image. Click on the couple’s names under their image to see a slideshow of the highlight images of their wedding day.