Cape Fear Photography

Traveling downtown Wilmington discovering some really cool places to create some kick butt images. Found this Cool window. I really like the way that this photo turned out.

Wilmington NC Imgage of the Week

Ft Fisher NC Wedding

A few wedding photos from Lauren & Worth Weaver. Great couple and amazing day at Ft Fisher,Friends, Family,& Celebration.



Ft Fisher NC Beach Photographers

St Thomas Preservation Hall: Photography

Bibler Wedding. Great wedding held at Thomas Preservation Hall in wilmington NC. Chris Van Atta signature style processing. I had a great time at this wedding,we were aloud to board a flag ship that was docked there on the Cape Fear River. The lighting was awesome. we could not of have asked for a better sunset.

Beach, Surf, Fashion, Offbeat Bride

Looking to share a few photos from the old vault. If you are into beach photography or lets just say any kind of photographs that just share something special and have a look and feel to them that you cannot explain.Then here they are. Some are of a beach wedding in Santa Barbara California another is of a surf fashion model who is modeling for Yellow Man Clothing Company. I truly just enjoy working with clients who are full of life, ahve something to give back to this world wether it be a shiny smile and helping hand to someone on need.. These are all moments in life moments of beauty and truly i think they make us beautiful the let our light shine into this world. Thats what i love to capture. The spirit of life. So Brides, models, grooms, wedding planners,pets,children, friends and family. If you have that life to share well then hit me up let go on a photoshoot and have a portrait session..

Wilmington 4rth of July Wedding

Wedding Day 4rth of July.

OK this image was taken last fourth of July in downtown Wilmington NC,in New Hanover County.

This next year is looking pretty good. I must say that the 4rth of July is a premium date for brides to get married on.. YOu might want to check with your favorite photographer many months ahead. As fo you know Wilmington has many great wedding venues and also a handful of distinguished local photographers whos photography is world renowned. I feel its an honor to live here in our Port City and to have such a amazing career as a premier destination wedding photographer.

Wedding Photography-Bridal Portrait NC Arboretum

Another stellar day of Bridal Photography here in Wilmington NC. The stunning Bride is Amanda Price. we truly nailed the shoot this day. The weather was idea.



Come see what Brides Have come to Love. Chris Van Atta Wedding Photography

Bald Head Island Wedding Photography

Needed to share some sweet images from a Bald Head Island NC wedding day event. What can i say it was a amazing day for a wedding. If you are seeking a photographer for a Bald Head Island wedding i sure would hope that you would check us out. We will travel there for your event and bring a style that you will adore. Come see what brides have come to love. scroll to the right to go to my main website. Chris Van Atta

Photography of the week

A few days have passed and i was snooping around in the Van Atta photograph stock pile. And just really like the way this images made me feel. You have to smile when you see it. Foxy the ring bearer. Wrightsville Beach NC wedding photography.

Photography at Orton Plantation House NC

woke up early this morning for a Unique opportunity to be part of a wedding at Orton Plantation House near Wilmington NC. The family photographs turned out amazing. We later walked the grounds and continued to create some stellar images that i am going to share with you. Photographer Chris Van Atta Photography.

Kure Beach Portait Photography

Wanted to share some photographs with you of our latest shoot in Kure Beach NC.A neighboring beach town in Wilmington NC. This particular photoshoot was is called Trash the Dress. Where the bride after her wedding day get the wedding dress back out of the closet and we take it to outdoor locations and not worry about getting it dirty. While on this photoshoot there were so many other photographers in the area working with their clients on family beach photography with families i assume were staying in Carolina Beach. I had the Joy to work with Piner Photography.Who i truly admire their commitment to detail and strong outdoor flash and lighting skills. They come highly suggested. Chris Van Atta

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Portrait of the week

Thought i would start something new. each week i will post a random photo that was taken by Chris Van Atta Photography.This Image here was taken at a Destination Wedding in NY City. By yours truly.

Cape Fear Wedding Inc

Check out Kate & John Meyer for all your wedding needs.They are in my opinion Wilmington's best resource when it comes to weddings. Looking for a unique way for invitations? ask Kate about her hidden talent.Brides check out their site and experience why they are a brides one stop shop. Cape Fear Images.

Elizabeth & Danny Wedding-Wrightsville Beach & Downtown Wilmington 4th of July

Aniticapating this 4rth of July's weekend wedding on the riverfront of downtown Wilminton. The wedding will be held on Wrightsville Beach NC & the reception at The Balcony downtown Wilmington. Look forward to some exciting images and photography by local vendors and supporters.

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Chris Van Atta Photography.

Wedding at the Bellamy Mansion in Wilmington NC. A wonderful day at the Bellamy,the wedding crowd was second to none, The music, food, and apps, sustained the guest all night long.There was a wedding pre dinner party at the Cafe Phoenix downtown Wilmington NC.We will be sharing some images from Photographer in Wilmington NC Chris Van Atta.

Wrightsville Beach Portraits

Sunrise wedding on Wrightsville Beach NC. Here are a few more photographs from that amazing sunrise on WB. There was a little dog as the ringbearer which was really cool. I think if i own a pet i will let the be in the wedding also. I am still working on some ols Southport Weddig Images for a while back that i think you all might enjoy. thanks for visiting Chris Van Atta Photography i hope to hear from you soon. Chris

Jacksonville NC Wedding Photography

I wanted to share a photograph of a flower bouquet that just turned out stellar. I was working with a close friend and fellow photographer Justin Pearson. The wedding was help at the Graystone Inn a Wilmington NC Bed & Breakfest wedding venue.You can always come back and view more imagery anytime from the NC Beaches of NC.

New work Coming

There will be some new photography coming up shortly.. check back soon.. chris

Destination Wedding Photography-Chris Van Atta

Sharing an image with you that just makes me happy. Laura & Scott just had this amazing synergy that changed atmosphers. You could feel thier Love jump off of them and would make anyone wanna be in Love.

I was fortunate to travel to Santa Barbara California to be part of the Celebration. The Photography from this day was not only very special to them but to me as well. Just reminds me why i have chosen Wedding Photography over any other type of photography out there. To capture the Spirit of Life.

Wrightsville Beach NC Wedding

Stunning Image created by Chris Van Atta Photography Wrightsville Beach Portrait.

Aboretum Wilmington NC Wedding

Amazing wedding in the gardens of the Arboretum in Wilmington NC.

As Promised Wrightsville Beach Sunrise Wedding

Wrightsville Beach Sunrise Wedding

North Carolina Photography

This past week has been an amazing week in Wedding Photography here in wilmington NC. I have been booking well into 2010 and also have been really excited about some new products that i will be offering this coming yeat to my 2010 wedding clients. I will be mentioning more about the new photography add on's when the new year gets a bit closer. Meantime Wrightsville Beach has been a key location this year again for some great imagery. I will be sharing some photos here real soon. Be looking for them. I have been traveling to Southport NC a few times this year also. Working with local vendors and just finding the best spots to creat amazing images for my readers.

Wedding Day in NC

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Wanted to share some recent images with the viewers. Hope you enjoy. Please check out a friend of mine website Justin Pearson.He has an amazing personality and def a delight to work with. Thanks again for stopping by.

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Go Greene Wedding

Santa Barbara California.

Wow what an amazing group of friends.Good times, Good times.There were so many wonderful moments at this wedding.We traveled to the beach in a bus.Drove to the Mission in Santa Barbara and just found ourselves creating some images that just say "FUN".