Courtney Bowlden Photography

09/08/2026

I love when couples choose a fun and unique wedding treat for their guests. This gelato cart was a huge hit (and also so delicious)!
Venue:
Planning:
Catering:
Videography: .media
Entertainment: .weddings
Photo Booth: .weddings
Floral design:
Hair and makeup team:
Rentals: and
Linen:
Stationary:
Gelato cart:
Boat:

09/06/2026

09/04/2026

The past month was the busiest of the year, but one of the most rewarding months. I am constantly reminded how blessed and how incredible my job is. I have loved the new stories I've been able to tell, the incredible people I have met , made new vendor friends and new art I have created. I truly believe I have the best job in the world. There is nothing else I would rather be doing.

09/03/2026

When you are planning a wedding and looking for something fun and a little different than a wedding cake, try serving up some ice cream! It's also a great treat for your wedding guests during the warmer months.
Coordination and planning
Photographer
Video .photo
Flowers
Bar
Ice Cream Cart
Chairs And Chandeliers
Rentals
Cake bakes
Bridal
Wall
Stationery
Linen
Dress designers

Suits
Hair and make up
Harpist Seattle String Quartet
Venue

09/02/2026

One of the things I love most about photography is that there's always more to learn. After 17 years I'm still taking classes, still refining my process, still pushing myself on both the creative and business side of this work. This year especially has been one of deep growth. The kind that's uncomfortable while it's happening and incredibly rewarding once you're on the other side. I don't take lightly the people who have stuck around through all of it. Their belief in me has meant everything and helps me to continue on.
Wedding vendors:
hair and makeup: .vieni
coordinator:
venue:
florist:
rentals:
officiant:

09/01/2026

I used to think my job was to give people exactly what they pictured in their head.

Now, after 17 years and hundreds of weddings, I know my job is something different. It's to notice what they didn't know to picture. The moment before the moment. The look that only lasts a second. The kind of image you couldn't have asked for because you didn't know it was possible.

That only happens when there's trust. When a couple lets me lead instead of direct.

Some of my favorite galleries I've ever delivered came from couples who simply let go and let the day unfold. Those are the images that still stop me when I look back at them years later.

So if you're planning your day, my advice is this. Choose a photographer whose work you already love, then trust the process that created it.
Venue: Rocabella Santorini Workshop Host: AMV Retreats
Wedding Planner Styling & Design: AMV Weddings
Florist: Maria Voudouri .gr
Furniture Rentals: Weddings & Whimsy & Spicy Bites
AV/Lighting: Santorini Events
Tabletop Rentals: Spark Events
Hair & Makeup: Madeline Eleanor
Cake: Monika Kos
Stationary: Laura Elizabeth Patrick
Linens: House of Hough
Ceremony Look Accessories: Erin Rhyne
Ceremony Dress: Liz Martinez
Reception Look Accessories: Botias Accessories
Reception Dress: Karen Sabag
Shoes: Bella Belle
Rings: Victor Barbone
Ring Boxes: Styling Reserve

08/31/2026

Something I've been quietly working on is finally here.

After six years of slow, intentional evolution. In my work, my eye, and the direction I want this business to grow. It felt like time to let the outside finally match the inside. I poured everything into this new brand and website, and I'm genuinely proud of what it represents: where I've been, and even more, where I'm headed.

Head over and take a look. I'll be adding to it over time, so it's worth bookmarking and coming back to once in a while.

And if you're not on my newsletter list yet, now is a great time to join. It's where I share photography tips you can actually use, announcements about exclusive events, and offers available only to subscribers. It's the people who have been here, quietly rooting for this little business of mine. I'd love for you to be part of that circle. You can sign up on my website. The link is in my bio.
Photographer:
Venue: Private residence
Wedding planner:
Wedding designer:
Dress:
Suits:
Florals: .pearson.studio
Rentals:
Oracle cards:
DJ:
Hair:
Makeup:

08/29/2026

It's crazy to think it's been almost 4 years since this incredible Aspen wedding at T Lazy 7 Ranch. Aspen has a special place in my heart for sure. and I can't wait to go back for another wedding. There isn't a place I wont travel to document love.
Wedding vendors:
hair and makeup: .vieni
coordinator:
venue:
florist:
rentals:
officiant:
Suit:

08/28/2026

I love photographing wedding details. The more details, the better!
Wedding vendors:
design & planning //
florals //
venue & catering //
videography //
dj // .entertainments
makeup //
hair //
dress //
paper goods & signage // invitations //
rentals // bartending //
bagpiper //