Bella Rose Photography Blog

January 29, 2010 - 02:39 PM

Photos of the Dudley Mansion Open House!

posted by Lisa | filed under: Bridal Portraits, Events, weddings

I so enjoyed showing my work at the beautiful Dudley Mansion open house a few weeks ago! Of course, I brought my camera along to capture how amazing this home is for a wedding location. Parlett Picket, the daughter of Jim and Cyndi Pickett, is the event coordinator and is currently booking weddings for 2010!

The rental of the home includes access to the house for the week of the wedding. Wedding guests have access to the first floor and the front and back gardens. The gorgeous bride's dressing suite includes the use of two bedrooms and groom's entertainment suite includes the use of the private gym, gaming room and a 20 seat movie theatre. Space can also be rented for bridesmaid's luncheons, rehearsal dinners, a post wedding brunch. Another amazing feature of having your wedding at the mansion is the 1961 Rolls Royce. Great for photos- I must say!

The open house featured the vision of the ladies of The Dessert Divas. The team of fabulous bakers is multi-talented and they also do event and floral design. So you can have a gorgeous and tasty cake and amazing decor to go along with it! The total package! The Divas decorated the pretty in pink bridesmaid's luncheon table with a design inspired by pink rosebuds. They also made a very unique cake fashioned after the chandelier hanging in the bride's room of the mansion!

It was so cold on this morning- 18 degrees plus wind chill! The Divas braved the severe weather to create these gorgeous magnolia swags for the four posts in the front of the house. I thought they fit perfectly with the grandeur of this lovely southern mansion!

The elegant 'chandelier cake' with a photo of the real chandelier from the bridal suite.

The adorable bridesmaid's luncheon table setting.

The elegant private dressing rooms for the bride and her bridesmaids. Dresses provided by Fountaine Bridal.

A few of the beautifully decorated rooms in the mansion!

The Pickett's also have the cutest dog I have ever seen! This is Chase! I want one just like him!

January 7, 2010 - 10:08 PM

Dudley Mansion Open House

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, weddings

Come mingle with Wilmington's premier wedding vendors at the Dudley Mansion decorated with beautiful wedding decor.
Plan your dream wedding, sample hors d'oeuvres, and taste delicious wedding cake!

Dudley Mansion Open House:
Sunday, January 10th from 1-5pm
400 South Front Street Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
www.dudleymansion.com

Featured Wedding Vendors:

The Dessert Divas
www.thedessertdivas.blogspot.com

Culinary Creations
www.culinarycreationsonline.com

Bella Rose Photography
www.bellarosephoto.com

Fountaine Bridals
www.FountaineBridals.com

May 29, 2009 - 08:25 PM

Sweet & Sassy Party

posted by Lisa | filed under: Childrens Portraits, Commercial Shoot, Events

So, sometimes my job is all about fun. I'll admit it! This spring we attending the Sweet and Sassy Open House Party as one of the sponsors. We set up a backdrop and took free photos of the girls at the party. It was super fun- nothing cuter than little girls. Being a 'girly girl' myself- it is just the kind of thing that I would have loved as a child. Well, also as a big kid too. We even took our own photos!

If you have never been to a Sweet and Sassy store, it is worth the trip. It is all about hair, nails, and dress up. The girls even have a runway to strut their stuff! They have birthday parties for little girls and even big grown up girls too! We loved being there with some of my favorite ladies, The Dessert Divas! Their cakes are seriously fantastic and they were passing out samples! Hmmm! Very tempting. I'll have to admit their cakes are addicting, and I had a few cupcakes throughout the afternoon. The Divas surprised me at the end of the party with the lovely mermaid cake! What a treat!

April 28, 2009 - 05:12 AM

Southern Bride & Groom Magazine Luncheon

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, Fun, News, magazine features, weddings

The latest issue of Southern Bride and Groom has been released and we are especially excited because our photo is featured on the cover! Our 'cover couple', Jonay and David, were married on the 4th of July at the Carolina Inn. We had the chance to celebrate the magazine launch at the Southern Bride and Groom Spring Luncheon on April 2nd, 2009 at Sister's Garden in Raleigh. What a beautiful party! Loved the colors! I had fun taking a few shots of the cute bouquets on the tables, adorable cupcakes, and the lovely ladies of Southern Bride magazine. Thanks again Donna for selecting our photo!

April 1, 2009 - 08:12 PM

An Elegant Evening at the Preston Woodall House

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, Fun, News, weddings

Last night we were invited to a beautiful party given by Joel Hurley and Dale Herring, owners of the Preston Woodall House, in Benson. It was a celebration of their 10 year anniversary in the wedding business at the historic home. What a fantastic party! We really enjoyed the gorgeous flowers provided by Lyn of Fresh Affairs. He created very dramatic, tall arrangements with cascading white orchids, crystals, peonies and roses. My favorite! There was also a beautiful cake, excellent food, wine and great music! They attached a tent to the reception room that was lit with blue lights. It looked very 'icy' with white leather couches, candles and a clear glass bar. We were excited to be able to attend the event as a guest for a change instead of working! Although, I couldn't resist bringing my camera. I kept it simple- only one lens! Here are a few of the photos:

February 10, 2009 - 02:05 AM

Vote for Bella Rose Photography!

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, Fun, News

LET THE VOTING BEGIN!

Professional Photographer magazine is sponsoring a 'FreshBlog' contest. I entered our Bella Rose Photography blog and hope you will take a moment cast your vote for us!

Now the time has come to let you decide which blog is the freshest from the more than 450 submissions.

Voting begins today and closes on Sunday February 15, 2009 at midnight EST.

There is not much time, so please cast your vote today!

http://www.ppmag.com/fresh-blog-09/

P.S. The Bella Rose Photography Blog entry is on page 11 of the listings. It's the second from the left at the bottom of the page. It is entry number 0364.

May 21, 2008 - 05:57 PM

Cary Magazine

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, weddings

We loved being a part of the Elegant Weddings Gala held at the Prestonwood Country Club. We will definitely be there next year. If you haven't had a chance to check out the posts about the event and all the great vendors, they are all still up. Just go back to the beginning of the blog in March to see them. Here is an article about the event as well.

April 22, 2008 - 03:53 AM

More Garden Tour Photos

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, Fun, Photojournalism

You just don't see anything like this in California! Amazing! We loved the gardens. The colorful flowers are magnificent this time of year. April is diffidently the best time to visit!

My favorite shot of the day!

Of course, Isabele found a kitty- I love how they are BOTH smiling!

March 25, 2008 - 04:12 PM

Brides and Bouquets Floral Design

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, weddings

Here is another great florist from the Elegant Weddings Gala. Brides and Bouquets by Gregg Kennedy. Give him a call at (919) 465-1820 for fabulous flowers!

March 12, 2008 - 07:30 PM

Once In A Blue Moon Bakery

posted by Lisa | filed under: Events, weddings

If you are looking for beautiful, intricately decorated cakes that taste great- I recommend Once In A Blue Moon Bakery and Cafe. Take a look at a few of their cakes!