Noel Photography & Design

05/10/2026

For the uncontrollable giggles and endless snuggles. The long nights and are we doing it rights. Here's to the warrior Moms, the steady-handed seasoned Moms, the Moms feeling like they're holding on by a thread, the new Moms, the still waiting Moms and each of you in between. 💗 Your love, your strength, your grace, and your heart will carry on through generations. Happy Mother's Day! 💐

05/08/2026

Getting ready for the seasons of sunshine ☀️🥰

05/07/2026

I’m slinging Teas in Bruning tomorrow! Come see me and support local. 💗

Come see us May 7th in Bruning from 8-12.

04/29/2026

Have you caught yourself in this state of mind? Then this one's for you...
The reality is most businesses start here. Why? Well, because social is free. Starting on socials when money is tight isn't necessarily the issue. But relying on it for too long certainly can be. When you avoid getting a professionally crafted website you have:

☑️ Lack of control
☑️ Lack of personality
☑️ Lack of credibility

Read about these pitfalls now on the Noel Blog!
https://www.noelportfolio.com/blog/the-risk-of-prioritizing-social-media-over-your-website

04/24/2026

Now that The Mansion had their turn to share, there's no way I'm passing on my turn to share this sweet family from a few weeks back. 💜💙 Thank you to the Hintz family for joining me for a quick session before your sprint event. This is what capturing legacy looks like. 🥹

Be sure to give The Mansion at R&R Acres a follow. A beautiful historic venue for weddings & events!

04/16/2026

I don't always take pretentious poodle pictures...but when I do...it's because my sister made me. 🤣 These two are like fire and ice in every way. From their coloring to personality. The only thing they agree on -- Auntie Jen is a bit sus. 😆
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Spring & Summer are open for booking. Inquire on the website. 🖤🤍🖤🤍
www.noelportfolio.com

04/15/2026

CONTACT INFO & HOURS OF OPERATION
Since it's been a minute, I wanted to share some details about my contact info and business hours. Especially as we get ready to enter busy season.

My 3-year-old mans the phones. His customer service skills are shady at best. So you probably won't get a "hello," the sentences will be broken, and he most definitely won't answer your questions. Frankly, he's a terrible employee, but he's the only one who applied...
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Ok, but really. :) I am a full time mama + a full time business owner. It's chaotic fun, and I wouldn't have it any other way, but it means our days are fluid. So here's what to actually expect:

• I try to be available between 10 AM - 5 PM for calls, texts, and emails Tuesday - Friday. The very best contact method is the various contact forms on my website. Emails are second best if we have already chatted in the past. (Otherwise they go to spam.)

• I am CLOSED all Sundays & Mondays. I do not take sessions on these days, and I typically do not return messages these days.

• While I'm usually in studio in the afternoons, I recommend making an appointment before making a special trip to stop in.

• Appointments are ALWAYS required for formal consultations, sessions, product pick ups, and other services.

• This is officially a family run business. My little dude hangs with me daily, and the studio is his second home. You may catch him being an office manager during my shortest headshot sessions, but generally he does not attend shoots. You know, unless you need some comic relief added to your session -- because he's a hoot.

04/12/2026

UPDATE 2: The first order window has closed. Orders placed on or before April 20 have been sumbitted for print. The next order deadline is April 27. This will be the last group order. Orders placed after 5 PM on April 27 will print-on-demand at the standard shipping & Handing rate for home delivery.

UPDATE: April 13 @ 7:30 PM - The gallery is LIVE FOR ORDERS.

Thank you Deshler Prom for a whirlwind evening! From tornado watches to busting through approximately 60 student portraits plus several group photos in about 60 minutes. 😮‍💨🤯 I have an enormous gallery full of beautiful photos that I can't wait to get ready for you. That said....

I have collaborated with the school to make sure each student, and their family, has access to the upcoming gallery. If they haven't already, students will soon be receiving an email from school staff with the gallery link and required password. To protect all students' privacy, please do not publicly share the login details. Be sure to remind family members who visit the gallery of this, as well.

For those who visit the gallery early, feel free to look through order deadlines, details on how to order, and package offerings. However, please wait to officially place an order until the images have been uploaded. Your order will need to have your specific photos linked to your purchase. The proofs will be ready later in the day on Monday, April 13. I will upload all the images at one time. So if you see photos in the gallery - it's time to order! But also, if you enter the gallery early I'll be able to send an email notifications when the gallery is officially live for orders.

Thank you for letting me join you this evening, and thank you in advance for your purchases and supporting local. ❤

--Jen, Noel Photography and Design
Questions? Please use the website contact form:
https://www.noelportfolio.com/contacts

04/11/2026

2026 Graduates, this one's for you. (Or maybe it's a little for mom ❤️) These specially designed shoots will only be available on a few different dates. Use the link below to find session details and request a booking.

🎓 Minis will be offered May 14 & 21.
🎓 Full C&G Sessions will be offered through June 13.

> https://www.noelportfolio.com/seasonal-sessions

04/06/2026

Such colorful fun inspiration!

Choosing your wedding palette is one of those early wedding-planning decisions that will really set the tone for your entire wedding.