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Richard Bell Photography

Richard Bell Photography

Charleston, SC
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    Hannah G. Sent on 09/06/2023
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    Best Photographer in the Charleston area

    Nathan at Richard Bell Photography was nothing short of exceptional. He made our engagement session and entire wedding day seamless, and as easy as can be on us. You never felt like you were holding one pose too long or wasting time taking photos. Not to mention our photos turned out better than we could’ve ever expected. We will definitely be using Nathan again in the future. We love him!
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    Valerie W. Sent on 05/14/2023
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    Harborside East Wedding

    Nathan and Celeste were amazing! Our wedding photos turned out better than I ever would have imagined! They were very professional and also fun to work with. I would choose them again in a heart beat!!
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    Samantha M. Sent on 02/11/2023
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    Must hire, you will be happy you did!

    Nathan worked with Jimmy and I for both the engagement photos and wedding photos: he’s amazing. You cannot ask for a better person or a better photographer. He is extremely professional and just a great person. Very easy to deal with, he listened to exactly what we wanted and delivered more then I could have ever wanted, his photos are outstanding.
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    Shaina S. Sent on 06/26/2022
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    Best South Carolina Wedding Photographer!

    We worked with Mell Bell of Richard Bell Photography. She took absolutely stunning photos that we will cherish forever. She was also professional, responsive, and kind. Throughout the night she went above and beyond to capture our special day. Although our beach wedding got rained out, she made sure we got the beach photos we wanted when the storm clouds parted. Highly recommend!

    Richard Bell Photography's reply:

    Awww -- thank you so much Shaina! What kind words. We were so happy to be a part of your sweet day.
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    Megan Sent on 03/22/2022
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    Amazing amazing amazing

    Nathan and Mike were incredible to work with. They made our day so special not just by their kindness and genuine character but because of how insanely creative they were. Nathan put so much thought into every shot while Mike made sure to catch those sincere moments. Both Nathan and Mike kept us laughing, feeling comfortable, and never letting us feel like we would get over having our picture taken.

    They sent me a sneak peek, and I INSTANTLY started to cry as I was so touched. They are true artists with a talent like I have never seen before. If you plan on having Nathan at your wedding, give him free creative control and watch what masterpiece he can deliver.

    If you haven’t hired them yet, you are a fool! They are worth everything and THEN some. Thank you guys for truly making our night incredible. We love you!

    Megan and Brandon
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    Leeellen Sent on 02/28/2022
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    The Best Ever- Hire Them!!!

    Nathan Bell and his team are truly the best in the business. From the moment I saw their website, I was so impressed by all of the photos. After talking with Nathan, it then solidified even more that he and his team would be the perfect fit for our photography and videography for our wedding. The customer service is top notch!! I always received a prompt response (I’m talking same day). He truly puts you first and is amazing at what he does as he grew up in this business. Day of the wedding, the team will make you feel so at ease and you truly get to take in the moment. The photos and videos are amazing. I HIGHLY recommend using Richard Bell Photography!!!

    Richard Bell Photography's reply:

    Aww -- THANK YOU so much LeeEllen. Your family is just so sweet, and I was so happy to be a part. I'm so glad everything ended up coming together so beautifully for you.
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    Catherine K. Sent on 01/26/2022
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    Stunning Photos

    This is one of the best decisions that we made! We got married in the aquarium which has notoriously difficult lighting and wanted someone who knew how to work with that. Richard Bell’s website has the aquarium as a featured location with a lot of amazing pictures. Nathan was our lead photographer and the pictures that we got back are absolutely stunning! I cannot recommend him enough!
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    Kyle H. Sent on 04/18/2021
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    Highly recommend!

    HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Nathan was amazing to work with from the beginning all the way through our wedding and took AMAZING pictures! The best part of Nathan was him making recommendations for very unique group pictures, drone pictures, his ability to work with groups and his quality of pictures. We have received so many compliments on them and can't thank him enough. THE BEST!!
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    Andrea B. Sent on 01/28/2022
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    Great Quality and Experience!

    Nathan was such a pleasure to work with! He was our lead photographer for our wedding and the pictures he and Heather, our second photographer, produced were incredible! He made the planning process so easy. He had a lot of great suggestions and was quick to respond with any questions I had. I highly recommend Nathan for capturing your special day! Looking back at the pictures helps us relive our wedding day and always springs a smile to our faces.
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    Emily T. Sent on 11/28/2021
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    Best Photos & Experience!

    I highly recommend Richard Bell Photography! Mell Bell was our lead photographer and she was amazing to work with. From getting ready to the end of the reception, Mell and her team captured every meaningful moment. The creativity and quality of their work really shows, and since they are so personable and fun to work with, they did a great job of taking formal group photos and candid shots as well. As an added bonus, Mell and her team were very familiar with our venue, which allowed them to quickly set up from the most scenic vantage points. Even after our wedding day their service has continued to be top notch - once all of the images were ready, they designed a perfectly curated album so we could relive our big day for years to come. I cannot say enough good things about Richard Bell Photography!!!
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    Brooke W. Sent on 08/29/2021
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    Wedding Photographer

    The best choice we could have made! Nathan was on the ball the entire day. He caught every moment from the perfect angle. He was so patient yet efficient. I was so impressed he remembered everyone’s names throughout the day. We didn’t miss out on one single photo op! The photos themselves are breath taking! I couldn’t be happier! His attention to details will keep our memories for years. The drone was a pleasant surprise that captured our wedding scene as a whole! My photos are beautiful! I wouldn’t change one thing!!
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    Kaitlin G. Sent on 01/14/2020
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    Honestly a dream come true

    We loved our experience with Richard Bell. Nathan, our head photographer, was so professional and kind. He had the balance between directing us for specific photos and letting us enjoy all the moments figured out. We loved them!
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    Tiffany M. Sent on 06/12/2021
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    Amazing! Best wedding decision you will make

    Sol photographed our wedding at the Creek Club at I’On and we could not be happier with the pictures. They are truly works of art! He is so fun and attentive and did an amazing job with everything. Thank you so much Sol! Nathan’s studio is such a fun experience and he is so personable!
    Tiffany and Don
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    Stu F. Sent on 12/18/2020
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    Nathan and his team are Top Notch!

    Our wedding day was such a wonderful experience with Nathan and his team of photographers and videographers. They were such a fun group to have included with our family and wedding party at the Bennett Hotel before we went to our wedding venue at the Rice Mill in Charleston. We will forever be grateful for their professionalism and expertise because the end results were PERFECT! The photographs and videos look astounding in our wedding book and other items Nathan produced to display in our home. We highly recommend Nathan Bell Photography for anyone who is looking for high-quality results of their wedding day. Thanks Nathan!!
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    Laurie G. Sent on 12/10/2019
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    Outstanding Experience

    Look no further! Richard Bell Photography is absolutely amazing! They are very personal and make sure to get to know you as a client. The level of professionalism is awesome and no detail is left uncaptured.
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    Breanna K. Sent on 12/18/2019
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    Best Photos EVER

    Mell and Heather were BEYOND amazing. I am so thrilled with all of our wedding photos. She has the most positive and energetic energy that shines all throughout her work. My husband, mother in law, and mother all have stage fright when it comes to photos. Mell did such a great job of relaxing everyone and just letting us have fun. She listened to my vision and gave me exactly what I wanted, I am just relieved that I went with Richard Bell Photography. They were at the top of my price range and I was a little nervous about spending that much on photography, but it was SO WORTH IT. I even got my pictures back and an album proposal three weeks after our wedding. I really cannot say enough great things about Mell and Richard Bell Photography, I am so happy I chose them.
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    Whitney Sent on 11/22/2019
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    I'd give 10 stars if I could to Mell Bell + Team

    We could not be more thrilled with our photos. Mell was amazing throughout the entire planning process (and we were planning a destination wedding from South Florida). She was communicative, checked in with us regularly, and always remembered details about our life as a couple. During the wedding day she and Heather were super quick and got all of the shots we needed (and we have a large family). She made sure to get shots at each location at the venue I mentioned I liked, plus came up with some looks we would never have thought of that are now our favorites. The photos turned out to be stunning, and we received them much sooner than I expected. Our album finalization session with Nathan was super quick and painless and we can't wait to have our Photo Album in our hands.
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    Kimberly J. Sent on 10/19/2019
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    Wanda is AMAZING!!!

    When planning my wedding I knew that the photographs were going to be one of the most important pieces. As I started looking for a vendor I had no idea what I wanted, that is until I came across the Richard Bell Photography website. After seeing all of the amazing photos I knew I had to have them. From the first email with the team at Richard Bell Photography I felt so comfortable! Not only are they amazing photographers, they are also the kindest people you will ever meet! We were lucky enough to have Wanda do both our engagement pictures as well as our wedding pictures and we were blown away at how stunning they are. Never have I looked at a photograph before and actually loved it, but after seeing both our engagement photos and wedding photos I feel like we could be in a magazine, Wanda is that good!!!! My husband and I are not comfortable in front of a camera but Wanda had a way of putting us at ease and making it fun. She is absolutely amazing with lighting and choosing areas that fit the personality of the couple. I would highly recommend Richard Bell Photography I know that we will definitely use them again for our photo shoots in the future!!!

    Richard Bell Photography's reply:

    Thank you!! It means so much to us that you not only love your photos, but have fond memories of the time spent taking those photos! Looking forward to photographing more happy memories in the future!
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    Kate Sent on 07/01/2019
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    Amazing Photographers!

    I can't say enough great things about Richard Bell Photography! The vendor I cared most about for our wedding was the photographer. They went above and beyond my already high expectations. Everyone that we have any interaction with there has been helpful, kind, and caring. We had Mell Bell for our photographer, and we couldn't be any happier with how the photos turned out! She is amazing! Mell made sure to get great angles, and her lighting is breathtaking. We have received so many compliments! She is also gifted in making you feel comfortable in front of the camera. Highly recommend Richard Bell Photography!
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    Caroline Sent on 05/23/2019
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    Fun to work with and great photos!

    We loved having Richard Bell capture our wedding day! Wanda and her assistant Sal were wonderful-- they gave great direction and we had a blast taking photos with them. We even had guests at the wedding tell us how impressed they were with the professionalism of our photographers. Plus, they turned out awesome! We 100% recommend Richard Bell.
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    Amanda Sent on 05/29/2019
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    The Best Photography!

    Highly recommend Richard Bell photography. We just got our pictures back, and couldn’t be happier with the quality and outstanding moments captured. Hiring Mell set us up for a fun, relaxing day because she is fun and professional, and brought out the best in everyone!
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    Tara Sent on 04/23/2019
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    Absolute perfection ❤️

    Nathan and his entire team were so incredible to work with! The photos are so far beyond anything my husband and I could have possibly hoped for!!

    From the beginning of the planning process to now selecting our wedding album, their attention to detail and talent is extraordinary. You ABSOLUTELY will not find a photography team better than this❤️!!!
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    Sara B. Sent on 02/04/2019
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    Wedding photographer

    The absolute best photographer in Charleston! So responsive, so professional! We received our wedding pictures TWO weeks after our wedding! So incredibly happy we chose Richard Bell Photography for our wedding! We had Nathan as our lead photographer and he was so great!
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    Laura H. Sent on 02/23/2019
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    Picture perfect & so skilled at what they do

    We had James as our photographer (for both our wedding & engagement pics) and he is a gem! He is down to earth and so sweet. The pictures that he took of us are my favorite pictures that we have of us! And they are just all absolutely gorgeous. James was easy to work with and the pictures were ready for us so quickly - they work fast too! We have so many fun and awesome photos to look back at and remember our wedding day (and also our family and friends) thanks to James!!
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