Artistic wedding portrait at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable chapel

There’s something timeless about a wedding at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable. Between the ivy-covered chapel and romantic gardens… It’s one of the most beautiful wedding venues in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It was the perfect setting for Annsley and Scott’s wedding day.

Getting Ready and Dad’s First Look

The day began at Annsley’s condo in Fayetteville, where she spent the morning getting ready with the help of her mom. The atmosphere was calm, emotional, and filled with anticipation as the final details came together before the ceremony.

Mother helping bride get ready for St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable wedding

Bride getting ready before St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable wedding

One of the sweetest moments of the morning was Annsley’s first look with her father. His reaction was filled with pride and emotion as he saw his daughter in her wedding dress for the very first time. These quiet, meaningful moments always become some of the most memorable parts of a wedding day.

Father first look before St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable wedding ceremony

A Romantic Ceremony at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable

Ivy covered chapel entrance at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable in Fayetteville

Their ceremony took place at the stunning St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable, one of the most iconic chapel wedding venues in Northwest Arkansas.

Bride and groom holding hands during St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable ceremony

The ivy-covered chapel looked especially beautiful on Saturday, creating an incredibly romantic backdrop for their vows. The timeless stone architecture, stained glass windows, and surrounding greenery made every part of the ceremony feel intimate and elegant.

A wedding at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable always has a classic Fayetteville charm, and Annsley and Scott’s ceremony fit the space perfectly.

Bride and groom kissing inside St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable chapel

Newlyweds walking after St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable wedding ceremony

Wedding Portraits at Bell Gable & Old Main

After the ceremony, we explored the grounds of Bell Gable for portraits around the chapel, gardens, and waterfall. The venue offers so many beautiful locations for wedding photography.

Waterfall wedding portraits at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable

After portraits at Bell Gable, we headed to University of Arkansas campus for more portraits. Old Main is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Fayetteville and always provides a timeless backdrop for wedding photography.

Bride and groom seated together at Old Main wedding portraits

The combination of Bell Gable’s romantic chapel setting and Old Main’s historic architecture created the perfect mix of classic Arkansas wedding imagery.

Old Main wedding portraits after St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable wedding

TheatreSquared Reception in Downtown Fayetteville

The celebration continued at TheatreSquared in downtown Fayetteville for a modern and energetic reception surrounded by family and friends.

Wedding reception entrance at Theatre Squared reception after wedding in Fayetteville

Their first dance was intimate and joyful, followed by a heartfelt father-daughter dance. Guests filled the dance floor throughout the evening as the celebration continued into the night.

TheatreSquared provided such a unique contrast to the ceremony venue earlier in the day — modern, artistic, and full of energy.

Planned Beautifully by Weddings by Design NWA

Every detail of this wedding at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable came together beautifully thanks to Jillian and the team at Weddings by Design NWA.

Romantic first dance at Fayetteville Arkansas wedding reception

From the seamless timeline to the thoughtful reception details, the day felt effortless from beginning to end. Having a strong planning team allowed Annsley and Scott to stay fully present throughout the day.

Bride and groom kissing beside cake at St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable wedding

A Timeless Fayetteville Wedding

Annsley and Scott’s wedding was the perfect combination of timeless Fayetteville charm and meaningful celebration — the kind of wedding day that reminds you why St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable is one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Arkansas.

From the emotional first look to the romantic chapel ceremony and downtown Fayetteville reception, every part of the day felt intentional, elegant, and deeply personal.