Rachel & Alec's Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mill in Atlanta Georgia

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 264

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 265

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 266

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 267

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 268

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 269

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 270

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 271

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 272

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 273

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 274

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 275

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 276

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 277

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 278

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 279

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 280

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 281

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 282

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 283

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 284

Jewish Wedding Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mills in Atlanta Georgia by Courtney Goldman Photography 285

Rachel and Alec's Reception at The Foundry at Puritan Mill started with a stunningly decorated dinner and ended with an epic dance party! There were blood orange garnishes in the water and a gorgeous (and delicious) cheese board at each table as the guests were seated. There were all the standard traditions, the first dances were followed by the mother/son and father/daughter dances, there was cake cutting and there were wonderful and funny toasts given by the best man and maid and matron of honor. Then, there was another mixing of traditions. The dancing was kicked off with the Tarantella - a traditional Italian wedding dance - combined with the Hora - a traditional Jewish wedding dance. The rest of the night was filled with dancing to the band Ruperts Orchestra, as well as to "Shout," sung by Alec and his brother Trevor. It was a fabulous night in honor of a fabulous couple.Cake by Cakehouse on MainRuperts Orchestra

Rachel and Alec's Wedding Ceremony at The Foundry at Puritan Mill in Atlanta, GA

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 20

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 21

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 22

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 23

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 24

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 25

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 26

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 27

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 28

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 29

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 30

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 31

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 32

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 33

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 34

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 35

Jewish Wedding Ceremony under Floral Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 36

One of my favorite parts of a ceremony is the children involved. They are adorable whether they do everything right or do everything wrong! There were 8 children who walked down the aisle in this ceremony and they did an amazing job. Only a few tears were shed, and everyone made it to the front. I was quite impressed. And of course there was cuteness all around.Rachel and Alec's wedding was a lovely combination of a non-denominational ceremony with Jewish traditions. Both of Rachel's parents walked her down the aisle to the stunning floral chuppah.  The parents of both the bride and groom stood with them as they exchanged rings. Rachel and Alec read the vows they'd written to one another, after which Alec stomped on and broke the glass. Obviously the ceremony was sealed with a kiss!

Rachel & Alec's Wedding Portraits at Loews, The Federal Reserve, and The Foundry at Puritan Mill in Atlanta, Georgia

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Atlanta Georgia Wedding First Look Portraits at Loews by Courtney Goldman Photography 128

Atlanta Georgia Wedding First Look Portraits at Loews by Courtney Goldman Photography 129

Atlanta Georgia Wedding First Look Portraits at Loews by Courtney Goldman Photography 130

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 131

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 132

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 133

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 134

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 135

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 136

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 137

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Federal Reserve by Courtney Goldman Photography 138

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 139

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 140

Atlanta Georgia Wedding Portraits at The Foundry at Puritan Mill by Courtney Goldman Photography 141

I've known Alec's family all my life, and photographed his brother Trevor's wedding a few years ago. I've photographed their sister Gena's family, and Trevor and Ellen's daughter too. Alec and Rachel dated for nearly 10 years before getting married, so I feel like I've been waiting years to photograph their wedding! Well the day finally came, and I'm thrilled to share with you some of the photos. Rachel and Alec had their first look at the Loews Atlanta Hotel. Then we gathered up their wedding party and walked around the corner to The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. It was a gorgeous setting for their portraits! Finally, we took family photos under the Chuppah at The Foundry at Puritan Mill.

Anne McNeil and George's Reception at their North Carolina Wedding at The Canoe Dock

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North Carolina Wedding Reception at The Canoe Dock in Saluda Zirconia by Courtney Goldman Photography 011

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North Carolina Wedding Reception at The Canoe Dock in Saluda Zirconia by Courtney Goldman Photography 020

Anne McNeil and George's Ceremony at their North Carolina Wedding at The Canoe Dock

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 13

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 14

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 15

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 16

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 17

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 18

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 19

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 20

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 21

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding Ceremony at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 22

Anne McNeil and George's First Look and Portraits at their North Carolina Wedding at The Canoe Dock

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Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 02

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 03

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 04

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 05

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 06

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 07

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 08

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 09

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 10

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 11

Atlanta Georgia Photographer Asheville Saluda Wedding at The Canoe Dock by Courtney Goldman Photography 12

Anne McNeil and George's wedding held at The Canoe Dock was exactly what they wanted - surrounded by nature, their family, and their closest friends. And of course their sweet dog too! After her bridesmaids helped get Anne McNeil into her dress, she and George had their first look. As you can see, George was overjoyed too see her. They are such a genuinely happy couple. I really enjoyed working with them! I've posted some photos of their portraits below.

Holly and Todd's Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo in Athens, Georgia

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Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 185

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 186

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 187

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 188

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 189

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 190

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 191

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 192

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 193

Athens Georgia Wedding Reception at Hotel Indigo by Courtney Goldman Photography 194

After their Day Chapel Ceremony Holly and Todd and their friends and family went over to Hotel Indigo for the reception. The flowers, food and decor were all provided by the always amazing Epting Events. The gorgeous and delicious cake was baked by Classic City Confections. Andrew of  MusicMaster DJs played music for the reception.Congratulations Holly and Todd!

Holly & Todd's Wedding Ceremony in The Day Chapel at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens

Holly and Todd were such a joy to work with! We started with a first look and the expression on Todd's face when he saw his bride was priceless. Holly and Todd had a small wedding party including three of Holly's closest friends and Todd's son and his daughter. They had a lovely ceremony in one of my favorite locations - The Day Chapel at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia. With the fall weather and gorgeous leaves as a backdrop, there wasn't much more one could ask for!

Holly and Todd's Engagement Session at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens

Last summer I met Holly and Todd at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens for their engagement session. We had such a fun time. I can't remember the last time I've laughed so much! It was obvious to me that not only do these two have a blast together, they truly love and respect one another as well. And I believe you'll see both in the photos.

Betz & Chris' Wedding at The Taylor Grady House in Athens Georgia

I met Betz at a wedding I photographed in 2010.* She noticed me taking a candid photo of her during the reception, and sweetly made a comment to me about not liking photos of herself. Well, I thought she looked gorgeous who I showed her the photo I'd just taken on the back of my camera. She agreed that it was a great photo, and said that if she ever got married she'd hire me as her photographer. And what do you know!? She was dating the father of the groom at that wedding and five years later they did get married. I was thrilled to have the honor of capturing the amazingly sweet wedding day of Betz and Chris at The Taylor Grady House on May 9, 2015 in Athens, Georgia.*Vicki and John were married at The State Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens on April 10, 2010.I love the koozie that they had as favors - It's Never Too Late To Live Happily Ever After!!This is Chris' son John, whose wedding I photographed in 2010.And this is Vicki, John's wife.Congratulations Betz and Chris!

Back Yard Birthday Party in Clermont, GA

I can't tell you how perfect this Back Yard Birthday Party was! It was their mom's 60th, and the kids threw her a party to remember. A Divine Event created the perfect ambiance, including using the families furniture. We had a fun family portrait session, followed by dinner as the sun set. A Divine Event's chef made a delicious 5 course meal.Contact me to capture your next family event, big or small!

A Sneak Peek of Robyn and David's Wedding Photos at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, Georgia

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Congratulations Robyn and David!

Nhan-Ai & Jonathan's Wedding at The Old Courthouse on the Square in Decatur, GA

  It seems like a good time to blog Nhan-Ai and Jonathan's wedding for two reasons. First, I just moved to Decatur, which is where the Old Courthouse on the Square is located. Second, I'm feeling quite reminiscent of the beautiful spring weather they had! I'm so tired of all the rain. Anyway, I hope you enjoy these photos and if you are getting married, drop me a line to talk about your photography.

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!

Sneak Peek Photo from Anne McNeil & George's Wedding in the North Carolina Mountains

What magic there is in the North Carolina Mountains!

Sneak Peek of Susanna and Rob at The Daniel Island Club in Charleston, SC

Kyle & Hunter's Wedding Reception at a Private Residence in Atlanta, Georgia

Kyle & Hunter's reception was held at Kyle's family's home in Atlanta. 

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!