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AMANDA RICHARDSON PHOTOGRAPHY | COLUMBUS, GA + DESTINATIONS WORLDWIDE

When couples get engaged, many choose to have a traditional wedding and many others decide to elope. There is not a right or wrong decision for your special day, only the right day for you! Chris and Taylor knew they wanted to elope and spend the day doing exactly what they wanted, and on the […]

Elopements

Washington DC Elopement | Amanda Richardson Photography

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You have planned your wedding day, from the big decisions on where to get married to the type of food you want to eat, to the color of the napkins. Every detail has been chosen to fit your vision, and now its time to focus on YOU!
As a wedding photographer for over 7 years, here are a few tips I give to each of my bride and groom’s to ensure they are prepared for their perfect day.

Weddings

Bride and Groom Wedding Checklist | Amanda Richardson Photography

As a photographer at Fort Benning, capturing the monumental moments of an Officer Candidate School (OCS) Army graduation is an experience unlike any other. The raw emotion, the sense of accomplishment, and the pride in the air make every photo feel significant. Being chosen to document such a monumental moment in ones career is such […]

Portraits

Fort Benning Georgia OCS Graduation | Amanda Richardson Photography

Questions to ask your vendors before booking, especially wedding photographers

Weddings

Questions to ask your Wedding Photographer, or any wedding vendor | Amanda Richardson Photography

Gabriella and Michael’s fall wedding at the National Infantry Chapel and National Infantry Museum on Fort Moore, just outside of Columbus Georgia, was whimsical and romantic.

Weddings

National Infantry Museum Wedding | Amanda Richardson Photography

The cost of a wedding photographer in Columbus Georgia can vary, but I have included some helpful information in this blog post for you and your partner to consider when deciding on your photographer.

Weddings

What does a wedding photographer charge in Columbus Georgia?

As the sun began to set, there was a warm golden glow over the Columbus Georgia Riverwalk, and I had the pleasure of capturing Brittany and Andrew’s engagement session. With laughter echoing through the air and excitement bubbling for their upcoming January 2025 wedding, this session was a beautiful testament to their love. The Riverwalk, […]

Engagement

Brittany and Andrew-Columbus Georgia Riverwalk Engagement Session

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Mobile Botanical Garden Engagement Session in Mobile Alabama.
Sidney and Breanna’s engagement session was fun, romantic and filled with so much personality, every moment was my favorite.

Engagement

Mobile Alabama Botanical Garden Engagement Session | Amanda Richardson Photography

Jon and Lilly’s wedding at Oakfuskee Conservation Center was so beautiful and the perfect day. From the decor, to Lilly’s dress, to the bubble exit, everyone had the best time celebrating them.

Weddings

Oakfuskee Conservation Center Fall Wedding | Amanda Richardson Photography

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Athens Georgia is home to the University of Georgia and many beautiful wedding venues to consider for your special day. One of my favorite venues is the State Botanical Garden of Georgia.
Read this blog post to learn more and see John and Anna’s wedding day unfold.

Weddings

Romantic Wedding at State Botanical Garden in Athens Georgia | Amanda Richardson Photography