Warwick and Ringwood chambers celebrate Nicolella Photography grand opening

RINGWOOD, N.J. — Award-winning photographer Nicole Colella-Bagner recently opened a new 2,000-square foot studio located at 1159 Greenwood Lake Turnpike in Ringwood, N.J.

Nicolella Photography, about 20 minutes drive time from Warwick, is a member of both the Warwick Valley and the Ringwood chambers of commerce.

On Wednesday, May 20, Borough of Ringwood Mayor Walter Davison and representatives of the Warwick Valley and the Ringwood Chambers of Commerce joined Colella-Bagner, her family and staff hairdresser, Laura Ileczko, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of her new and spacious photography studio.

Colella-Bagner explained that Nicolella Photography specializes in contemporary portraiture and beauty photography, making use of either natural or artificial light and offers a private and relaxed atmosphere where the client comes first.

"We have our own team of licensed makeup artists, stylists and include wardrobe consultations to ensure you will absolutely love your images," she said. "All portrait collections are delivered in beautiful keepsake folio boxes or as designer wall art."

Nicolella Photography also offers networking events, workshops, private lessons, excursions, photo walks, fund-raising opportunities, and girls day out pamper sessions.

"I'm really excited to be starting the next chapter of Nicolella Photography by opening a studio location," said Colella-Bagner. "I want to bring attention to the importance of not only women in photography, but the need for tangible portraits preserved for future generations. More women need to be professionally photographed and have a portrait of themselves. Whatever our roles, we spend too much time hiding behind the camera waiting until we are perfect. Others don't see us that way, especially the people who love us the most"

For additional information, call 973-532-2246 or visit www.nicolellaphotography.com.

- Roger Gavan