Courthouse Wedding Photographer

Rob & Jill | St. Augustine courthouse wedding photographers since 2014.

2500+ Sessions
10+ Years
5★ Rating
289+ Reviews

Awards & Recognition

Couples' Choice Award · 9 Years
Premier Bride Magazine 2026 Finalist - Favorite Wedding Pro in the 904
Premier Bride Magazine · 2026

Rob & Jill | Courthouse Wedding Photographers

St. Augustine Locals

As your courthouse wedding photographer in St. Augustine, we've covered these ceremonies since 2014. We know every angle of the building, the best light at different times of day, and where to take portraits afterward. Jill is also a licensed officiant — so we can handle both the ceremony and the photos.

Getting Married at the St. Johns County Courthouse

Working with a courthouse wedding photographer in St. Augustine makes the St. Johns County experience seamless. Whether you want something quick and simple, you're on a budget, or you just don't need the big production — a civil ceremony here is a perfectly valid and meaningful way to start your life together.

Quick Facts

License Cost $93.50
Service Fee $30.00
Total Cost ~$123.50
Waiting Period 3 days (FL) / None (out-of-state)
Appointment Walk-ins welcome
Duration 5-10 minutes

St. Johns County Courthouse

Address: 4010 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Phone: (904) 819-3600
Official Clerk of Courts Website

Step-by-Step: How It Works

1

Check Eligibility

Both parties must be at least 18. No citizenship or residency requirements. If previously married, you'll need divorce decree dates.

2

Premarital Course (Optional)

Florida residents save $32.50 on the license AND skip the 3-day waiting period with an approved 4-hour course. Check approved providers.

3

Get Your Marriage License

Both parties appear in person at the Clerk of Courts. Bring valid photo ID, Social Security numbers, and payment ($93.50, or $61.00 with course).

4

Wait (If Applicable)

Florida residents: 3-day waiting period (waived with course). Out-of-state: No waiting — marry the same day.

5

Say "I Do"

Arrive 15 minutes early. The civil service takes 5-10 minutes. Bring your license, photo ID, $30.00 fee, and rings if exchanging. Both indoor and outdoor gazebo options available.

Money-Saving Tip

The premarital course saves $32.50 AND eliminates the waiting period. Most courses cost $20-50 and can be completed online in one day.

Photo Locations at the Courthouse

Before you leave the property, there are three spots we use for portraits:

  • The inner hallway — an arched walkway with soft window light that frames couples beautifully
  • The front pergolas — rustic wood surrounded by palm trees and greenery
  • The inner courtyard — open green space with mature trees and brick pavers

After the Ceremony

Most couples spend 1-2 hours taking portraits in the historic district. The courthouse is a short drive from downtown. Our favorite spots:

  • Lightner Museum courtyard — Spanish Renaissance architecture and reflecting pool
  • The Bayfront — Bridge of Lions, Matanzas Bay, golden hour light
  • Plaza de la Constitucion — shady oaks and the heart of the old city
  • St. Augustine Beach — sunset sessions for a coastal look

What to Expect on the Day

Check in at the Clerk of Courts window, wait briefly, and a notary performs the civil service in about 5-10 minutes. You'll exchange vows, rings if you have them, and seal it with a kiss. Afterward, sign your license and order certified copies for name changes.

What to Bring

  • Marriage license
  • Photo ID for both parties
  • $30.00 service fee
  • Rings (if exchanging)
  • Your vows (if written)
  • Comfortable shoes for portraits

Courthouse Photography Packages

Whether you need just the ceremony covered or want portraits across the historic district afterward, we have a package that fits.

Courthouse Ceremony $450 30 minutes
  • Ceremony coverage
  • 40-60 edited images
  • Portraits at the courthouse
  • Online gallery with downloads
Extended Elopement $1,000 2 hours
  • Full ceremony coverage
  • 200-250 edited images
  • Portraits at multiple locations
  • Beach or dinner session

All packages include: professionally edited images delivered via online gallery with full download and print rights.

What Our Clients Say

289+ five-star reviews on Google, WeddingWire & The Knot

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"Rob made our evening! He had amazing energy and captured photos we'd of never thought of! We really enjoyed him so much! Highly recommend using him! His wife, Jill, made things super easy for us from the beginning of the planning process to the end! Absolute BEST!"
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"Easy to work with. Made us and our wedding party very comfortable in front of the camera Jill and Rob provide the best overall experience both on wedding day and leading up to it. Jill’s communication is prompt, clear and very detailed. I never felt like a detail was missed. On wedding day we were behind schedule and Jill got us back on track, we didn’t have to cut out a single thing we planned to do. Jill and Rob work seamlessly together, speaking an unspoken language that delivers seamless photo coverage with ease and comfort. I personally am very nervous taking photos and nothing felt forced with these two. Rob has an eye for detail that is bar none. He has a passion for photography but also a passion to capture your perfect day. You feel that immediately when you meet him. They are both so kind. Our guests continue to compliment them to this day. We have only received our previews (delivered several days after the wedding) and I loved every single photo. I can’t wait to see the rest of the gallery. The Futrell team is the best! 10/10!"
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"Rob and Jill were amazing to work with! They were communicative, flexible, kind, and just so fun to have with us on our wedding day. They are a super sweet married couple and they work together really well. Also, leading up to our wedding and on the wedding day, they were super organized and kept perfectly to schedule. On the day of our wedding, they were also so fun to have around. After the wedding, my bridal party and friends all raved about how nice our photographers were. We had them take photos for our rehearsal dinner, welcome party, wedding ceremony all the way through the reception. The photos are so beautiful and we will keep them forever. They perfectly captured tons of candid happy moments throughout the day. I highly recommend working with them!!"
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"Rob and Jill were AMAZING. I cannot believe all the moments they captured on our wedding! The experience was amazing too. They are so friendly and they just chat with you and make it all feel so effortless. My biggest worry going into it would be that I would not look like myself… but they made everyone feel at ease and comfortable. I never have felt good at taking pictures. But these are BEAUTIFUL. The wedding gallery (all the photos taken) we got in two months and they are amazing. They captured one of the BEST moments of my life in a way that I will never forget. They are good people. Kind. And caring. They think of all the little details that we just don’t know about. 100/10 recommend."
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"Best team around! Thank you to Rob and Jill for the amazing engagement photos, newborn family photos, and wedding photos. I could not have picked a better team to capture the unforgettable memories. They made us feel like family, o accommodated our schedules, and helped each of our special events run so smoothly. I cannot recommend them enough. I hope to work with them more in the future for all our events."
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"Thank you to Rob and Jill for the amazing engagement photos, newborn family photos, and wedding photos. I could not have picked a better team to capture the unforgettable memories. They made us feel like family and helped each of our special events run so smoothly. I cannot recommend them enough. I hope to work with them more in the future for all our events."
CARINA QUILANTANG · Read on Google or See all of our reviews
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"When we decided to elope, I had no clue where to start. We reached out to Jill & Rob based on reviews for photography, but they were so much more than that! Jill was so very helpful in so much of the planning for our very intimate elopement ceremony and made everything so easy and stress free! I was not sure what pictures I really needed or wanted, so I trusted them to guide us and got some of the most beautiful pictures of us and our (grown) kids! By the end of the wedding and pictures, we felt that we had known them forever! I will be forever grateful for everything!"
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"We have beautiful photos from our family session with Rob & Jill. They are very talented and just wonderful people. We had so much fun! They have done our engagement, wedding, and pregnancy photos and most recently our family of four."
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"We have been friends with Rob & Jill for quite some time, so it was an easy decision to hire them for our son’s wedding, and it was the best decision! Their ability to find beautiful spaces in the natural beauty around them is unmatched, and the way they so graceful and wonderfully captured the essence of the couple, our families, and our friends was amazing. They exhibit the utmost professionalism without losing the fun, which was one of our favorite parts about working with them. We highly recommend Rob & Jill, not only as the best choice for wedding photographers, but also as the most wonderful human beings. Hire them - you won’t regret it."
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"Jill and Rob went above and beyond to give us the opportunity to keep every single moment of our special day captured on beautiful pictures. We got married on a very windy day, but they did an extraordinary job to get the right angle and exact moment so our photos were just perfect. We appreciate their warm guidance letting us enjoy every second we shared with our love ones while they did their magic. Thank you for joining us on our wedding day!"
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"Rob, Jill, and their whole team were incredible. They captured our wedding at the Embassy Suites beautifully and made the entire experience feel effortless. They were kind, professional, and easy to work with from start to finish. One thing that really meant a lot to us was the live streaming they set up for the family who couldn’t attend. It let everyone feel included, and we’re grateful for the care they put into it. Our photos and videos came out amazing, and they caught moments we didn’t even realize were happening. You can tell they love what they do. If you're looking for a team that delivers great work and treats your day with real care, Rob, Jill, and their crew are the ones to trust. Highly recommend."
ROSS MARTIN — Embassy Suites · Read on Google or See all of our reviews
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"I don’t even know where to start with Rob and Jill! Working in weddings I have worked with them in the past but being on the other side gave me an entirely new appreciation for them. Their communication is amazing and they are so flexible with meetings, creating timelines, and changes. From the moment they walked in they instantly made me feel calm on my wedding day. Posing for photos can feel awkward if you aren’t used to it but they do it in such a fun way that you just feel so natural with them. They don’t make you feel like just another couple as they truly care about each and every one of their clients. When I was feeling stressed they would see it and stepped in to make sure that I was feeling good without anyone else realizing that is what they were doing. There is so much going on during a wedding and it’s nice to have someone completely be there for you and your spouse. The moment I opened my gallery tears came to my eyes. They captured our day with so much love and I literally cannot stop looking at the pictures! Thank you will never be enough as they are truly the best!"
REBECCAH GRIMM · Read on Google or See all of our reviews

Courthouse Wedding FAQ

Common questions about the St. Johns County Courthouse

Total cost is approximately $123.50 — the marriage license ($93.50) plus the $30 civil service fee. Florida residents who complete a premarital course pay just $91 total.

No. The St. Johns County Courthouse accepts walk-ins Monday through Friday during business hours. Calling ahead is still a good idea during busy seasons.

Florida residents have a 3-day waiting period (waived with premarital course). Out-of-state couples have no waiting period — you can get your license and marry the same day.

Both parties need valid photo ID, Social Security numbers, and payment. If previously married, bring divorce decree dates. No blood tests or witnesses required in Florida.

Yes. Photography is allowed. The building has beautiful architecture — an arched hallway, wood pergolas, and a courtyard that all work well for portraits.

Yes. The space is intimate, so most couples bring 2-10 guests. There's no official limit, but room is limited.

There's no dress code. Couples wear everything from jeans to full wedding attire. Wear whatever makes you feel like yourselves.