Courtney Stannard Photography

09/09/2026

I have been deep diving into some of my old work and doing some re-editing and blogging and it’s been really fun to look back at the goodness that was already there and just refine it to my aesthetic now. This is a newer gallery from this year that touches on the newer aesthetic that I’m really leaning into and loving lately.

as long as an artist is alive, they are constantly evolving.



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09/09/2026

https://courtneystannard.com/vanderbilt-mansion-engagement-session/

Vanderbilt Mansion engagement session featuring Meg and Garrett among romantic gardens and historic architecture in Hyde Park, New York.

09/09/2026

McKenzi + Russell

Explore McKenzi and Russell’s moody Albany engagement session, from Washington Park and the New York State Capitol to Palais Royale.

09/05/2026

Six.
Messy, fleeting, sweet, weird, perfect.







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09/03/2026

Kaili + Sawyer

Location: Saratoga Springs, New YorkVenue: Congress ParkType: Engagement SessionPhotographed on: Digital Kaili and Sawyer’s story began with an Instagram DM—an extremely modern beginning for an engagement session inspired by gardens, old stone, and a little bit of whimsy. They originally imagine...

09/03/2026

You do not need an anniversary, an engagement, or a reason.

You can literally just decide that this version of your life deserves photographs.

Wear the clothes that feel like you. Bring me to the field behind your house, your favorite bar, the diner you always end up at, the lake you spend every summer at—or let me find somewhere that feels right for the two of you.

We’ll make some photographs intentionally. We’ll f**k around for the rest.

Couples sessions are $800 and I’m booking fall in Upstate New York now.

Come hang out with me.







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09/02/2026

I’m gonna say something, and it might seem harsh.

👏 Just because they are your friend or family doesn’t mean you don’t have to pay them. 👏

I’m genuinely so exhausted by the expectation that because someone is a friend or family member, their work should automatically be free.

There is a HUGE difference between someone choosing to gift you their service and you asking them to work for you without ever offering to pay them.

And I know this happens to so many service providers, artists, and small business owners—and honestly, it’s pretty f**ked up when you really think about it.

Wouldn’t you rather give your money to someone you genuinely love and want to support than a stranger?

When someone gives you their time, service, expertise, and product for free, they aren’t just “doing you a favor.” They’re giving up time they could have spent with a paying client. Their friendship with you doesn’t make their work less valuable.

Support your friends.
Support your family.
Pay them for their work.

And if they decide to gift it to you? Let that be their gift to give—not something you expected to receive.

Respect your friends and family.
Draw the hard line.
Set the boundary.







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09/02/2026

September 26th, Highland cow minis!
These are more than just mini sessions, they are experiences. Pet, cuddle, feed and brush the cows 🤍

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Some snippets of my beautiful stay at Landmark Inn in Cooperstown.







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