Jenny + Gabriel 11.7.2009

Jenny and Gabriel’s wedding was the last wedding of the 2009 season and we could not think of a more perfect couple to end our season! It may have been a little chilly, but as you can tell by the pictures taken by photographer, Amy Hoga, they had an absolute blast! Affairs to Remember helped bring their vision to life and incorporated the greenery in the gardens all the way up to the reception in The Atrium. The organic feel of the Atrium, combined with the greenery and calla lilies, created the perfect backdrop for the reception! Congratulations, Jenny and Gabriel! We wish you all the best!

Cher + Rick 9.20.2009

Cher and Rick also got married on the same the same rainy weekend! However, with the help of sharing a tent with Chanda (our bride the day before) for their reception and the Gardens tent for the ceremony, they were able to beat out the storms and have their ceremony and reception in the gardens. As the couple finished their ceremony under our tent, they traveled just a few steps to the rented tent for dinner, dancing, and dessert. The extraordinary cake done by Southern Sweets, featured in photos below, looked absolutely delicious and the cake stand was so eco-fabulous! Be sure to check out all of the photos taken by Heidi from Our Labor Of Love. She did an excellent job showcasing the artistic elegance of this wedding. It was such a fun day in the gardens! Congrats Cher and Rick!

Chanda + Stephen 9.19.2009

Last September was one of the wettest seasons Georgia has seen in years, and Chanda and Stephen just happened to book their wedding on the weekend we had floods! Even though we are an outdoor venue, with a few minor changes, Chanda and Stephen were still able to have the wedding they had hoped for. Luckily, the rain held out long enough for the ceremony to take place in the gardens. Event coordinator, Emily Roselli with Sun In My Belly, helped the couple make some last minute adjustments so that all of the reception could be held under one big tent. Photographer, Jason Spruill, brilliantly captured all of the special moments that day, proving that rain or shine, the show must go on (and in this case, “the show” went on flawlessly!). It was an absolute joy working with this couple! Congratulations Chanda and Stephen!!!

Laura + Ryan 9.26.09

Laura and Ryan had their ceremony at the gardens on what was unfortunately one of the rainiest weekends this fall. So, we moved the ceremony from our main lawn to the Atrium. It turned out beautiful! And rain on your wedding day means good luck! So, they have the luck 4 inches of rain can bring in a day :) Congratulations Laura and Ryan!

These beautiful images were taken by Melissa Prosser. Check out her website to see more of her beautiful work.

Fashion Shoot in the Gardens

Christine Szeredy, a fabulous photographer originally from Germany, recently came to the gardens to do a high fashion photo shoot. It was a lot of fun having Christine and her talented crew shooting in the gardens. The pictures turned out awesome and were recently published in the January/February 2010 issue of Boudoir Magazine. I especially love the horse! Check it out and be sure to look at more of Christine’s work on her website!

Garden pictures can be found on pages 19-22 in the January/February issue of Boudoir Magazine!

Virtual Tour of Cator Woolford Gardens

During the winter months, we would like to showcase our gardens in their prime season through this virtual tour. Hilarye Schoyt, from Fotographa, provided us with these fabulous photos of the gardens. Be sure to check out her website.

Entrance to the main lawn

as well as where the bridal party enters for a ceremony



The Meadow
A perfect spot for a reception or cocktail hour

The Meadow

Facing the Ceremony Site

The Ceremony Site

Most Brides and Grooms get married under the Colonnande, while surrounded by beautiful gardens on either side. This area also provides a unique setting for other events as well

Paths leading to Courtyard and Ceremony Site

This area is a perfect spot to incorporate your event's colors and decor,
such as, hanging white lanterns from the trees

Our elegant 30' x 40' white tent

This area creates an intimate setting for any event and can seat up to 100

The Courtyard
Fantastic spot for a reception with flat, level cobblestone and can accommodate
groups up to 300

The Bath House

Houses the gardens eight restroom (four men's and four women's) facilities

The East Lawn

A great area for a cocktail hour or an afternoon brunch

Please Note: pathway is now paved with slate to match original stone pieces

Cobble-stone bridge toward the Courtyard

Italian-styled pavilion

Provides 700 square feet of indoor space

Inside the Italian-styled pavilion

Great area to hold meetings, seminars, or for the bridal party to get ready

Inside the Italian-styled pavilion

Italian-styled pavilion

Provides a wonderful spot for a band or DJ to set up with
the slated area as a great dance floor

The Atrium

3,000 square feet of indoor space

The Atrium

With a vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows it creates a perfect indoor
space which can also be used as a back up in case of inclement weather in the gardens