It was so fun photographing the ribbon cutting at the old governor's mansion in downtown Wilmington. You really feel transported back in time with all of the Azalea 'belles' and their military escourts from the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. The mansion was the perfect place for the event. The backyard is really large with beautiful trees and colorful gardens. They served cute pastel cookies and punch- it was a lovely affair! The Azalea Festival Queen cut the ribbon officially starting the tour, along with the other celebrities that were featured during the festival. The local television station, WWAY, was there interviewing the celebrities.



The Azalea Queen ~ Barbara Alyn Woods, from 'One Tree Hill'.

'One Tree Hill' star, Lee Noris

Kevin Frazier from 'Entertainment Tonight'.