Monday, July 6, 2009

Help Make Bombshell Sarah a COVER GIRL!

A few months ago I posted a blog asking for your help in voting for Bombshell Sarah, who is a good friend that I grew up with, to become Miss July in the 2010 Kitten Koffin Zombies pin-up calendar. We were so thrilled when Sarah won and gave all the credit to those of you who were so supportive and voted each day.

Well, it looks like we need your help and support one more time. Sarah is now in the running to be on the COVER of next year's calendar, but she is running against the eleven other GORGEOUS pin-up girls who were chosen to represent their respective months. So she REALLY needs you to vote at least once every 24 hours per registered email account (more registered email accounts = more votes per day!). The more people you encourage to vote for her, of course, the better, so please tell all your friends, family members, co-workers, neighbors, and even random strangers to VOTE FOR BOMBSHELL SARAH!!!!!!


To register to vote (if you haven't already), click here. After you have entered an email address and password, you then have to confirm your registration by clicking on a link sent to that email address. Once you've done that, you're good to go!


This is already proving to be a very difficult race, so Sarah really needs all the help she can get! Please remember to vote every day between now and July 18th, and don't forget to spread the word!


Thank you!

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

FREE Bridal Fair at Huntington's Newest Venue!

Courtney Bell Photography is pleased to be participating in a FREE Bridal Fair this Sunday, June 28, 2009, at The Huntington House on the corner of 6th Avenue and 14th Street.

The Huntington House is an exciting new wedding/party venue in downtown Huntington. This beautiful historic Victorian home was built in 1888 by Delos Emmons for Collis P. Huntington and the Central Land Company. The Stafford Family recently purchased this home with the intention to share its beauty as an elegant party location.

If you are currently looking for a beautiful venue for an upcoming party or event, or if you are currently engaged (or plan to be in the near future), this will be the perfect opportunity for you to come check out The Huntington House and also meet with me to discuss your photography needs.

I look forward to seeing you there!

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Announcing the Premiere of "Boudoir Day"!!!

I have been working on this for a loooong time, ladies, and now Courtney Bell Photography is finally pleased to announce the premiere of "Boudoir Day"!!! This is a very special event that will be taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2009, which gives you girls plenty of time to plan for this unique, ultra-deluxe boudoir session. Also, because this is the premiere event, "Boudoir Day" is being offered at a VERY low introductory rate (see below). So, if you have ever considered having boudoir photos done as a gift for a loved one or even as a gift to yourself, NOW is the time!

"Boudoir Day" is going to be a day full of boudoir sessions shot entirely on location and will even include professional makeup and hairstyling services! Your total appointment time will be around 3 hours, which includes 1-1/2 hours for hair and makeup and another 1-1/2 hours for your completely private photo session with myself (although you may bring a friend for moral support if you'd like). See below for full details.

Your professional hairstylist for the day will be Miss Sarah Nenni. Sarah lives in the Huntington area and has been doing hair professionally for seven years. She has trained in Columbus, Indiana, Nashville, Philadelphia, and Miami. Sarah also spent four years working for Sexy Hair Concepts as an educator and platform artist. She has taught in-salon classes and stage seminars/shows all over the tri-state, Indiana, and Virginia. In addition to being an expert hair colorist (she is responsible for my own magically delicious red hair!), Sarah has also been doing Great Lengths Extensions for five years. She currently works at Karma Salon in Barboursville and has been there for approximately 5-1/2 years. Sarah is also an aspiring pin-up/retro-style model herself and will be featured in the 2010 Kitten Koffin Zombies pin-up calendar as Miss July!

Your professional makeup artist for the day will be Mrs. Nori Duffee. Nori will be traveling from Bexley, Ohio, which is just outside of Columbus, where she lives with her husband of six years and her two beautiful daughters, ages 2 and 1. Nori has been working as a professional makeup artist for eight years. She works with the prestigious brands Estee Lauder, Stila and Yves Saint Laurent. She has worked and trained with nationally renowned makeup artists for all of these lines. Nori specializes in creating gorgeous looks for weddings, proms and portraits. For your boudoir session, Nori will be using the highest quality, professional makeup palettes available from StarsMakeupHaven.com. (Enter the code CBPHOTO to receive a 10% discount off purchases of $20 or more!)


As mentioned above, to celebrate the premiere of "Boudoir Day" this all-inclusive, ultra-deluxe photo session is being offered at the very low introductory rate of only $300.00*!!!! Your session fee includes:
  • 1-1/2 hour private photo session with Courtney Bell shot on-location.
  • Professional hairstyling services by Sarah Nenni.
  • Professional makeup services by Nori Duffee.
  • Three outfit changes.
  • You are also welcome to bring any props you wish in order to give your photos that extra special, personal touch.
  • A password-protected online photo gallery so that you may preview your proofs privately.
  • Thirty (30) 4x6 prints presented in a discreet black photo box that are yours to keep!

*A $100.00, non-refundable deposit is required upon scheduling your appointment time for Saturday, July 25, 2009. I also have ONE appointment time available on the morning of Sunday, July 26. (Deposit refunds will ONLY be given in the event that "Boudoir Day" has to be cancelled for any reason by Courtney Bell herself.) The remaining balance of $200.00 will be due at the time of your session.

You may also choose to order a lovely, custom-designed Boudoir Book. These unique coffee table-style books make an excellent gift and are a fantastic way to display your favorite images. A Boudoir Book may be added to your session for only $250.00. (If you prefer, a non-refundable 50% deposit can be made upon ordering, with the remaining balance due upon receipt of the book.)

Session times for "Boudoir Day" are limited and will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, so please be sure to book your session as soon as possible! Deposits can be made by check, cash, or credit card by phone or in the studio.

Remember, the "Boudoir Day" ultra-deluxe photo session will never again be offered at this special introductory rate. So don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to do something special for your loved one, or even just to feel good about yourself! Call to book your session today! (304) 522-7747




Thursday, April 23, 2009

For All You Facebook Fans

For those of you who are on Facebook, I just found this groovy little application that allows you to follow my blog! Click here to add the application, or simply click on the "widget" in the right hand column of this page. You may want to stay tuned to the blog, too, because I have a pretty exciting announcement/offer to make very soon!

There is also a Courtney Bell Photography group on Facebook, which I update pretty regularly with new photographs and information. Click here to join the CBP group.

And I want to say a quick "thank you", again, to all my Facebook friends who took the time to wish me a Happy Birthday yesterday. You guys made my day. :)

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

New Maternity/Newborn Packages AND Birth Announcements!

MATERNITY PORTRAITS
INDOOR (STUDIO) OR OUTDOOR SESSION
* 1-1/2 hour session
* Three outfits
* Twenty 4x6 prints that are yours to keep
$150.00


IN-HOME SESSION

* 1-1/2 hour session done in your home
* 30 miles travel
* Three outfits
* Twenty 4x6 prints that are yours to keep
$175.00

NEWBORN PORTRAIT SESSION
Because they will never be this tiny again, capture your baby's first precious days with a Newborn Portrait session. This includes:
* 1-1/2 hours of photography either at the hospital (within 30 miles of Huntington) or in your own home.
* Your choice of twenty 4x6 prints or a "Baby Parts Collage", which is four 8x10 prints (see sample).

$200.00



THE MATERNITY/NEWBORN PACKAGE!
Includes:
* 1-1/2 hour studio or outdoor maternity sess
ion (add $25.00 for In-Home session) with twenty 4x6 prints that are yours to keep.
* A Newborn photo session either at a local hospital (within 30 miles of Huntington) or in your home with your choice of twenty 4x6 prints OR a "Baby Parts Collage" (four 8x10 prints).
* One pack of original, custom designed, 5x7 folded birth announcements (24 per pack) with envelopes included.
$375.00

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS BY COURTNEY BEL
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All birth announcements are custom-designed featuring photos from your baby's Newborn portrait session. You will be able to view an online preview of your design for approval before they are printed. All prices include envelopes.
ONE PACK (24 CARDS) - $62.00
TWO PACKS - $110.00
THREE PACKS - $160.00 ($45.00 EA. ADD'L PACK)

(Sample of front and inside of birth announcement.)


Monday, April 13, 2009

Bombshell Sarah is Miss July, 2010!

A BIG thank you to all of you who voted diligently over the last two weeks to help Bombshell Sarah become Miss July in the 2010 Kitten Koffin Zombies pin-up calendar! I am very excited for her, if you couldn't already tell. HaHa!


Now that she has been chosen to appear in the calendar, Sarah is also in the running to be on the calendar's COVER! How great would that be?!?!? I believe the cover girl voting is in June, but you can rest assured that I will let everyone know for certain when it is time to vote. :)

Thanks, again, for all your support!

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Happy Easter!


I just wanted to share some of the adorable Easter Bunnies I've had the pleasure of photographing this Spring.


Happy Easter to you and your families!