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!
Kristen and Charley's Wedding Ceremony at The UGA Chapel in Athens, GA
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Athens UGA Chapel Georgia Wedding Photography Courtney Goldman
Kristen and Charley were married at the UGA Chapel in Athens. Charley looked particularly handsome in his military uniform. You can see in the two photos below that Kristen and Charley were gazing into each others' eyes as she walked down the aisle. It was truly a beautiful wedding.
Kristen and Charley's Wedding Party Portraits
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
Courtney Goldman Photography Athens GA Wedding UGA Chapel
After the 'First Look' we took some photos with the wedding party. Kristen and Charley got married on a gorgeous spring day, so we had to take advantage of the weather, the greenery and the blooming trees!Kristen's wedding color was pink, so this tree was just perfect. Lovely ladies, too!Charley and his groomsmen.Kristen's adorable niece was the flower girl.Charley's sister, looking beautiful!The flower girl was such little model. She caught me turning the camera in her direction and immediately "struck a pose," leaning back on the stairs just so. Adorable!Kristen and her mom, just before the ceremony.Next I'll post the ceremony!
Kristen and Charley's First Look Photos
Athens Georgia Wedding Photography First Look UGA Chapel Courtney Goldman
Athens Georgia Wedding Photography First Look UGA Chapel Courtney Goldman
Athens Georgia Wedding Photography First Look UGA Chapel Courtney Goldman
Athens Georgia Wedding Photography First Look UGA Chapel Courtney Goldman
Athens Georgia Wedding Photography First Look UGA Chapel Courtney Goldman
Athens Georgia Wedding Photography First Look UGA Chapel Courtney Goldman
I know that tradition states that the bride and groom should not see each other before the ceremony on their wedding day. I understand that this tradition can add to the excitement and anticipation of the wedding ceremony, which can be fun! It also means that family and wedding party photos twill have to be taken after the ceremony, while all of the guests are waiting.When the couple is open to it, I often suggest that they see each other before the wedding. I like to improve the flow of the day and minimize waiting guests, but I also like to keep the excitement of the tradition!On the day of the wedding, both the bride and the groom get all ready to go, without seeing each other at all. Then, I pick out a pretty and private spot for the bride and groom to have their first look. I don't let other folks watch, but I do take pictures! This moment is so sweet, so special, and so private between the two people who are about to get married and spend their life together. It allows them to hug, to kiss, and to tell each other how amazing they look and how excited they are to begin this journey - and of course, it is a fabulous photo op!I'm happy to talk to you more about this choice, and to help you decide if it is right for you, but in the meantime - here are the photos from Kristen and Charley's First Look.More photos from Kristen and Charley's wedding to follow.
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The First United Methodist Church of Athens has beautiful stained glass windows. They add so much to the ceremony photos!Breaking the glass.After the ceremony we went over the North Campus. The bride and groom under the famous UGA arches.The whole crew.Then the couple rang the chapel bell!