Bartow County Courthouse Wedding Photography

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Planning a simple wedding or elopement in Bartow County? Before finalizing your plans, it’s important to understand the difference between obtaining a marriage license and having a legal wedding ceremony.

Bartow County Probate Court issues marriage licenses, but it does not currently perform marriage ceremonies. Couples must arrange their own officiant and ceremony location. Your celebration can still be wonderfully simple, whether you plan a private civil ceremony, an intimate gathering, or portraits commemorating your marriage.

Does Bartow County Offer Courthouse Wedding Ceremonies?

Bartow County’s official marriage-license instructions state that the Probate Court does not perform marriage ceremonies. Couples must select their own officiant and venue.

That means your visit to Probate Court is for the marriage-license process—not an on-site courthouse wedding ceremony. After receiving the license, you can plan a brief ceremony at a private venue, home, outdoor location, or another appropriate setting with an authorized officiant.

Review the official Bartow County marriage-license information before making your plans.

How to Apply for a Bartow County Marriage License

Bartow County requires couples to complete the marriage-license application online before visiting the Probate Court office.

The basic process includes:

Complete the online marriage-license application.

Save the confirmation number provided after completing the application.

Visit Bartow County Probate Court to finish the application process and pay the required fee.

Bring valid photo identification for each applicant.

Bring the most recent divorce decree or former spouse’s death certificate when applicable.

The official website does not state that a separate appointment is required after the online application. Follow the instructions provided with your confirmation number and review the county website for current notices before visiting.

Bartow County Probate Court Location and Hours

Marriage licenses are processed at:

Bartow County Probate CourtFrank Moore Administration and Judicial Center135 West Cherokee Avenue, Suite 243-ACartersville, GA 30120

The Probate Court’s general office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding recognized holidays. Marriage-license applicants may complete the in-person portion of the process between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.

The Probate Court also publishes a notice that its offices close from 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM on the first and second Thursday of each month for traffic arraignment. Review the Bartow County Probate Court website for current hours and closure notices.⁠

Bartow County Marriage-License Fees

As of September 5, 2026, Bartow County lists the marriage-license fee as $75. Couples who have completed at least six hours of qualifying premarital counseling may receive the reduced $35 fee by providing the required certificate.

The Probate Court accepts cash, money order, and credit or debit cards. A service charge applies to card payments.

Because fees can change, confirm the current amount on the official marriage-license page before visiting.

Guest and Photography Policies

Because Bartow County Probate Court does not conduct wedding ceremonies, it does not publish a courthouse-wedding guest limit.

As of September 5, 2026, the official county website also does not publish a general policy for professional wedding photography or camera equipment inside the courthouse. Do not assume that interior courthouse portraits are automatically permitted.

We can plan your photography around your selected ceremony venue and any locations where photography access has been confirmed.

Planning Photography for a Bartow County Wedding

Not having an on-site Probate Court ceremony does not mean your wedding needs to become complicated. You can obtain your marriage license through Bartow County and then hold a brief ceremony with your chosen officiant at another location.

Depending on your plans, photography can include:

Details such as rings, flowers, and attire

Your private legal ceremony

Photographs with attending family and friends

Portraits of the two of you

A separate portrait location before or after the ceremony

For ceremony and portrait coverage, explore our Atlanta Elopement Photography Packages. If you only need portraits to commemorate your marriage, view our Wedding Portrait Photography Options.

Compare Other Georgia Courthouse Options

If you specifically want a courthouse that performs on-site wedding ceremonies, compare the available processes in our Guide to Courthouse Weddings in Georgia.

Ready to discuss your Bartow County wedding or portrait plans? Contact Jaimie Dee Photography to tell us about your ceremony, preferred location, and photography ideas.

Information last reviewed September 5, 2026, using Bartow County Probate Court’s official marriage-license and court information.

Meet Us - About Jaimie & Kyle

Meet Jaimie Dee

Hi! We're Jaimie & Kyle (+Associates) with Jaimie Dee Photography. We're Atlanta photographers based in the metro area and service clients all over the globe. Jaimie Dee Photography was established in 2008. We're primarily a wedding and portrait studio. Our images are crisp, clean & colorful and strike a balance between classic and candid styled portraits. Aside from the photography, we help you craft the perfect photo experience - from the beginning planning stages to the finished artwork hanging on your walls. When you're in front of our camera, we'll also offer you gentle guidance through a combo of stationary and movement based poses. We'll help bring out your inner diva too - even if you're shy! If you're looking for a photographer in the metro Atlanta area or beyond, we'd love to meet you!

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"Jaimie and Kyle captured our wedding day perfectly. We booked them for our engagement photos and we knew then that they had to join us for our wedding too! They are such an incredible team and so much fun! ... they really put us at ease. Our wedding photos look like US in the best way possible. They captured our dynamic, our silliness, and of course our love for each other...  You absolutely must book them for your big day."

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"... [Jaimie] was patient, friendly, and professional throughout the whole experience, and seemed genuinely interested in our story and relationship... She was able to very naturally capture our moments of happiness, and was a pro at finding great shots. Even the sales aspect of their services are very well put together and thorough. 100% recommend, and we will be contacting them for any services we need in the future."

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Atlanta Elopement Packages

An Elopement (Courthouse/ Intimate/ Micro wedding) is defined as an event with fewer than 10-50ish guests - but we won't hold you to that! These intimate weddings only require 1-4 hours of coverage. Our Atlanta elopement packages are perfect if you're looking for a photographer for a small wedding. Don't need ceremony coverage? Stand alone Wedding Portrait Packages also available. Feeling confused? Check out our Elopement Guide!

Every COLLECTION includes edited digital jpgs from your wedding, access to our recommended wedding vendors, complimentary timeline planning, sneak peeks, and a complimentary Ordering Premiere.

Weekdays (Mon-Thurs)

Weekday Elopements starting at

$999

The most flexible option available to our elopement couples with coverage starting from 2+ hours.

Weekends (Fri-Sun)

Weekend Coverage starting at

$2799

If your date is within the next 45 days, we may have smaller coverage options available based on current availability.

Need Portraits Only?

No ceremony. Retainer starting at

$300

Then you’ll select the images and any artwork you’d like to purchase after the session.

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Micro Wedding/ Elopement FAQ's

Can I see a full price menu?

 While basic pricing info can be found on our website, exact pricing fluctuates based on studio availability, time of year, & required travel (if necessary).

To provide you with the most accurate pricing for your day, you will be asked to schedule a quick 15 minute phone call to discuss your exact needs. We may even create a custom quote designed specifically for your day. (WhatsApp calling also available for those outside of the USA.)

Photography is a huge decision - we want to do our best to provide you with the most accurate information for your day.

Who will be my photographer(s)?

Our micro wedding/ elopement collections include a Photo Team comprised of a Primary and a Secondary photographer, or a single Primary photographer. Assigned Photo Team pairings include:

  • Kyle + Associate Photographer
  • Jaimie Dee + Associate Photographer
  • Kyle + Jaimie Dee
  • 2 Associate Photographers

Single Primary photographers may include Kyle, Jaimie Dee, or an Associate Photographer based on studio availability.

Contact the studio directly for your Photo Team availability.

Learn more about your photographers here.

How many photos do I get from my wedding?

With one to two photographers included in every micro wedding/ elopement photography package, we average 100 – 150 images per hour.  For example – for a standard 4 hour intimate/ micro wedding, we typically deliver 400 – 600 images.  For a 120 minute elopement, we typically deliver 200 - 300 images. With fewer guests in attendance and fewer details to photograph, you can expect to receive fewer images on the spectrum.  With more guests and more details to photograph, you can expect to receive more images.

Do I get ALL of the photos from my wedding?

Prior to delivering your wedding photography end product, we remove duplicate images, test photos, blurry photos, and any other images that might dilute the quality of the overall end product.  The end product we deliver averages 100-150 images per hour. (Learn more about our Editing & Post Production Process here)

What photography equipment do you use?

We use all the photography equipments!  Haha, but seriously we bring whatever equipment we need to get the job done and then some.  With camera & equipment rentals available to photographers all throughout the United States (and probably the world), we can also rent additional equipment at any time if a particular job requires equipment we don’t already own.

Do you include videography services?

As we are primarily a wedding photography studio, we specialize in creating the best possible photography for your wedding day.  Although we do not currently offer videography as a service, we include a Preferred Vendors List (videographers included) to all of our booked wedding clients.

Do you have insurance?

Yes.  We have general liability insurance and equipment insurance. We are happy to provide proof of insurance if your venue requires it.

How long have you been photographing weddings?

Jaimie Dee Photography was established in 2008! Depending on your assigned wedding day photographers, you will typically have between 10 - 30 years of combined experience on your Photo Team. (Learn more about Jaimie Dee Photography's background & experience here)

Do you have any elopements or full weddings we can view?

Yepp.  Check out the blog here.  You can see all of our latest weddings there.  Be sure to also check out the extended slideshows that happen to accompany most of our blog posts as well.

Have you photographed at my wedding venue before?

Jaimie Dee Photography was established in 2008. If your wedding venue is in the metro Atlanta area, there is a high likelihood we've been to your venue before. (You can see previous venues we've worked at here - keep in mind, this is not a full conclusive list) In the event we have not photographed your venue in the past, (or you happen to be planning a wedding out of state, or outside the USA) we are happy to send samples of previous work from similar styled weddings. These previous wedding samples should help to offer insight for lighting conditions & general shooting styles for any given venue type. On the wedding day, we also typically arrive early to scout your location & check current lighting conditions.

Do you offer any discounts?

There are very few circumstances in which we offer discounts.  However, in addition to our typical Wedding Photography Collections, we offer alternative pricing for weekday Courthouse & Intimate weddings (Monday-Thursday).  We also offer alternative pricing for non-wedding day bridal portrait sessions.  We do also offer value-added specials from time to time as part of our Consultation Booking Special.

My wedding venue is very dark – Do you bring additional lighting?

YES!  We bring…. ALL OF THE LIGHTS….. (Rihanna, anyone? 😜).  On camera flashes, off camera flashes, and even video lights that act as personal spot lights (so you can ….. shine bright like a diamond…..😝).   We bring lighting equipment to prepare for just about any situation that may or may not arise.  And on the off chance your venue is a dark church or chapel that doesn’t permit additional lighting, we photograph with professional grade equipment that specializes in low light situations.

Do you edit ALL of my wedding photos?

Yes & no! All of the images you receive (100-150 images per hour) are corrected for color & exposure – meaning the images will be brightened or darkened as necessary and colors are edited to look as true to life as possible with a little added pop. We then do a natural beauty style edit that includes subtle skin smoothing, teeth whitening, and eye brightening – including the under eye area. We also do our best to light and pose our couples correctly while photographing to create the most flattering images for every skin type, body size and shape – this should minimize the need for additional retouching. Our goal while photographing is to create the most flattering images that shouldn’t require additional retouching most of the time. (Learn more about our Editing & Post Production here)

Do you offer additional retouching? Like SUPER skin smoothing, ULTRA teeth whitening, body shaping, object removal, etc?

Your images are initially edited to look as true to life as possible with a little added pop (learn more about the process here). If you require additional custom retouching, we include this service complimentary for art pieces commissioned during your Ordering Premiere (learn more here). Your commissioned art pieces will be retouched to your level of specification to the best of our abilities, and even tinted or toned to perfectly match any room you wish to place your artwork in. This complimentary retouching service is also available for all images placed in your wedding album.

Additional Custom Retouching is currently only available for art pieces commissioned at your Order Premiere and currently unavailable as a stand alone service. If you have additional questions on this, feel free to contact us.

Do you back up our images?

Yaaaaaaas.  And our backups have backups!  While photographing images on the wedding day, our professional grade cameras record identical images to two separate cf/ sd cards simultaneously.  Upon returning to our studio from the wedding day, images are immediately uploaded to our local server as well as well as backed up by the cloud to an offsite server.  The cf/ sd cards are then stored in a fire proof/ waterproof secure vault on site until the images are shared with you in an online photo gallery.  At any given time there are 2-3 copies of your photos stored on and offsite. (Learn more about the Backup & Post Production Process here)

What happens if we cancel or reschedule our wedding?

In order to reserve your date, we require a signed wedding contract and a retainer payment.  This ensures your Photo Team does not accept other photography work on your date.  In the event of a cancellation or rescheduled wedding, our studio suffers a loss.  If this cancellation/ rescheduling occurs 60 days  or more before your wedding, liquidated damages include your retainer payment.  If this cancellation/ rescheduling occurs within 60 days or less of your wedding, then liquidated damaged include all monies paid. Contact us for additional questions.

Is 2 hours really enough for a courthouse wedding?

For many courthouse couples, yes - 2 hours typically covers the ceremony and a short portrait session before or after.

Do elopement packages include an album?

Not by default - albums are included in full wedding collections, but you can add one after delivery if you want a keepsake from your elopement.

We're not photogenic and feel weird about posing - will that be a problem for a small ceremony?

No - guided, natural-feeling posing is part of every session regardless of size. You'll never be left to figure out where to stand on your own.

Do you know the permission requirements for Georgia courthouse weddings?

Yes - some counties, including Fulton County, require an advance photography permission form. We'll point you to the right paperwork and walk you through what's needed, but you'll need to submit it yourself before your ceremony. Full details are in our Elopement Guide.