Bella Rose Photography

Happy Valentine’s Day!

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:13:42 +0000

Today I sent out my first newsletter marking my 10 year anniversary as a wedding photographer. Click here to view the newsletter and don’t forget to sign up to receive future newsletters at the sidebar on your left.

Bella Rose Photography Storefront Window in Downtown Wilmington!

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 19:15:12 +0000

As you are out this weekend at bridal shows, make sure to stop by my new storefront window in downtown Wilmington at 17 South 2nd Street right next to A Carolina Wedding!

Wedding: Brennan & Mike

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:42:08 +0000

Charming and lovely are the words I would use to describe the wedding of Brennan and Mike that took place at one of my favorite venues, The City Club de Rosset. Brennan and Mike joined their two families together with a sweet ceremony in the beautiful parlor. The elegant dining area was set for their intimate gathering of 16 people with gorgeous flowers, crystal flutes and mercury glass candelabras. The Three Divas really outdid themselves this time with the beautiful arrangements, decor and cake! Perfection!!

Wedding: Vicky & Scott

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:04:28 +0000

I have photographed lots of beautiful beach weddings over the years, and the weather can often be an uncontrollable factor. Sometimes, you just time it right and luck was on Vicky and Scott’s side this time. Wrightsville Beach was a paradise on this fall day and you could have almost sworn you were in the Bahamas! Beachside Occasions put together an amazing ceremony site that was the perfect setting to view the incredible sunset that evening as Vicky and Scott exchanged vows. They had a beautiful party with close friends and family at Lumina Hall with lots of white flowers and candlelight.

Wedding: Jordan & John

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:39:09 +0000

Jordan and John celebrated their wedding day with a beautiful mass at St. Mary’s Catholic Church performed by everyone’s favorite priest, Father Bob! He always adds a bit of humor to every wedding that makes the service very memorable. I always look forward to photographing the amazing interior of St. Mary’s with the gigantic arched ceilings. The couple left the church with a bubble farewell and then we took photos all over downtown Wilmington before they partied the night away at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside Hotel.

One of my favorite photos of the year! The little ring bearer checking to see if the bride is coming!

Portrait: Baby Ellory~ 3 Months

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:52:25 +0000

And now for some baby holiday joy! I don’t think cute can get any cuter than little miss Ellory in her pretty tutu. I’m in love!

Wedding: Kristen & Scott

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:34:16 +0000

When I think of romantic Southern weddings, this is what they look like in my mind! Kristen and Scott lived the dream and it was amazing! Every inch of this wedding was beautiful. Gorgeous!

Wedding: Terri & Travis

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:29:47 +0000

I am so excited to share the beautiful wedding of Terri and Travis! They picked the most perfect day to have an outdoor wedding at Greenfield Lake. Then they danced the night away at The River Room on the waterfront in downtown Wilmington. It was an awesome wedding, and it was great being their photographer!

Bridal Portraits: Bonita

admin — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:34:57 +0000

Love these bridal portraits we took in downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach of my bride, Bonita!

Wedding: Danielle & David

admin — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:19:32 +0000

The best words to describe Danielle and David’s wedding day are pure joy and true love. Some couples are just magic and they are one of those couples. Danielle is a nurse and David is a doctor. They love the same things and are crazy for each other, as evidenced by their first kiss at their ceremony. David didn’t hold back! The day began at the Chapel Hill Country Club with getting ready photos with the girls. Master makeup artist and hair stylist, Denise Hutter with Images by Denise, did all of the hair and makeup for all of the bride’s maids and the beautiful bride. Then we were off to the Christ United Methodist Church in Chapel Hill for a sweet and touching ceremony. The party started out right with the bridal party and the bride and groom all dancing into the reception as they were announced. The couple danced their first dance and half way through they broke out into a salsa! My kind of party! They danced all night and it was a fantastic evening. Danielle and David ran through their sparkler send off and dashed away to an Italian honeymoon. Perfection!