Welcome to Bella Vista Photography!

If you appreciate unique images reflecting the beauty of nature, you are sure to love our distinctive photographic art. From bold and striking to mellow and contemplative, the range of our photographic compositions offers something to complement every room of a home, office, or other setting. After viewing a sampling of our work in our online portfolio, bring a revitalizing touch of nature into your life with our beautiful prints and note card sets.

Mary Louise will be featured artist at Oakton Art & Framing January 12 – February 16. Both framed and unframed photographs of a variety of her limited edition images will be available for sale during the show.
Click here to see the framed images included in the show. Oakton Art & Framing 2952-H Chain Bridge Road , Oakton , VA. Tel: 703-281-1364.

Our photography classes and workshops are now available in Northern Virginia!

Hands-on Weekend Workshops in the field start soon! These photography workshops are led by instructors Mary Louise Ravese and Chris Vigneri.

· May 16-18 Springtime in Shenandoah National Park, VA (more…)

· July 26 Lilies and Lotus Workshop in Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, DC (more…)

· October 24-26 Fall Color in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN (more…)

· TBD Wildlife and Landscapes in Chincoteague, VA (Details coming soon!)

Bella Vista Photography is happy to announce that some of Mary Louise’s images have recently won the following awards and recognition:

	“Monarch Cascade” received Leesburg, Virginia’s “Mayor’s Award” at the annual “Fall into the Arts” Festival.
“Maple and Moss” was selected to be printed in the prestigious 2008 “Expressions” Journal published by the North American Nature Photography Association. “Waves of Grain” was selected to be printed in the 2007 “Expressions” Journal.
		“Waves of Grain” won 1^st place honors in the national juried show “American Landscapes” at the Washington Gallery of Photography in Bethesda, MD. Click here to see the press release and winning image.