Katherine + Ray
December 30, 2023. City Market. Columbia, SC.
I first met Katherine & Ray at their engagement session. They were such a joy to hang out with and seriously the most photogenic couple. These two chose to say I do’s at Eastminster Pres. Church. I’ve photographed weddings there before and it is always a favorite. The church is stunning and the grounds are perfect for bridal party and family photos. AND can we talk about Pastor Brad, I just love him.
K+R had a very intimate ceremony with only their parents and siblings. After the ceremony, the extended family joined us outside for some family photos.
Once we finished with all of the family photos, we headed to City market where we took advantage of a beautiful alley with string lights and finished up portraits there. The couple went on to have a bite to eat. (Here is where I insert that Ray called Katherine “His good eater” and seriously I will never forget this) Southern way does have the good eats. The brussel sprouts are to die for!
The couple chose the famous Root Doctors and as always they brought the party! If you are looking for a wedding band, they are everything you are looking for.
The night was perfect. I’m so thankful for events like this one, that make my job a piece of cake 🙂 Now on to the photos!
Vendors:
Planner: Hamilton Events
Photographer: Stee Garman Photography
Venue: City Market & Eastminster Presbyterian Church
Rentals: Crisp Rentals
Lighting: Ambient Media
Florals: Bonnie Iseman and Beccan Zorn Designs
HMU: The Silk Canvas
Band: The Root Doctors
Catering & Bar: Southern Way
Cake: Ally & Eloise
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Hi, I'm Stee Garman, a Columbia South Carolina photographer and East Coast traveler. Photography has been a love of mine for as long as I can remember. In high school, I went through hundreds of disposable cameras. When I studied abroad in Italy, I bought my first DSLR. Once I got home, I started taking photos of families I knew - just for fun.
Those casual photos quickly turned into part-time work - as families referred me and my business began its growth. A few months later, an old college friend asked me to photograph her wedding. I was hesitant, but I agreed. From that point forward, I knew that’s where I wanted to be: in the celebration right alongside my couples. I've found my true calling in being there for couples on one of the biggest days of their lives. It's an honor I never take for granted, and one that fills me with joy - every single time.
