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October 27 - 2026

Pet Photography in Howell, MI: The Furr-ever Love Project

Pet photography is the one portrait session where the star might lick the lens. That's fine with us. Here at Noreen Owens Photography in Howell, Michigan, the Furr-ever Love Project celebrates the dogs, cats, and other furry family members who sleep ...

October 20 - 2026

Wizard Photoshoot in Howell, MI: How to Plan Yours

A wizard photoshoot is one of the few portrait sessions where kids ask to go. They hear "wand" and "owls" and they're in. Our version is the Wizard Project, at our studio in Howell, Michigan. Your family sits in front of candlelit shelves, old ...

Limited-time portrait session photography in Howell, MI with Noreen Owens Photography Inc.

October 12 - 2026

A Magical Photoshoot in Howell, MI: Inside the Wizard Project

A magical photoshoot doesn't require a plane ticket or a theme park wristband. Ours happens in a studio on Old US 23 in Howell, Michigan, in front of candlelit shelves crowded with owls and potion bottles. Kids put on a robe, pick up a wand, and ...

Senior portrait session planning with Noreen Owens Photography Inc. in Howell, MI for timeless images before graduation.

October 9 - 2026

This Is More Than a Senior Portrait

This Is More Than a Senior Portrait Senior year is full of lasts: the last first day of school, the last homecoming, the last season on the team. Somewhere in the middle of it, a young person is becoming an adult right in front of you. That's ...

Woman kneeling by a Christmas tree in a red fur-trim outfit for Christmas boudoir photos

October 1 - 2026

Christmas Boudoir Photos: The Gift They Won't Forget

Every holiday season, we search for the perfect gift. Something meaningful. Something personal. Something they'd never buy for themselves. This year, maybe the perfect gift isn't something you find in a store. Maybe it's you. A Christmas boudoir ...

Witch costume Halloween portrait kneeling beside a smoking cauldron under a full moon

September 16 - 2026

Halloween Portraits in Howell, Michigan: Not Just for Kids

Halloween portraits are turning into one of the biggest requests we get this time of year. For the first time, we built an entire Halloween portrait project around it. We're calling it the Haunted Halloween Project. It's for anyone who wants ...

Santa sprinkling magic dust for brothers at the globe

September 9 - 2026

Pure Magical Santa Photo Sessions in Howell, MI

Santa sessions fill up fast every November. Pure Magical Santa is Noreen Owens Photography's answer to the rushed mall-Santa line. The name is a nod to Pure Michigan, since that's where this whole thing happens. This year's sessions land on ...

A timeless fall family portrait session in Howell, Michigan with Noreen Owens Photography.

August 31 - 2026

Fall Family Portraits in Howell, Michigan

Fall family portraits book fast around Howell, Michigan, and there's a reason for that. The color only holds for a few weeks each year, and everyone wants the same window. At Noreen Owens Photography, that window is usually the third week of ...

August 13 - 2026

Family Portrait Photographer in Howell, MI: What to Expect

If you're searching for a family portrait photographer in Howell, MI, you probably have one big question: what actually happens during a session like this? Maybe it's been years since your last real family portraits. Maybe this is your first time ...

March 16 - 2023

Capture Your Child’s Talent With The Art of Dance Project

Are you amazed by the grace and artistry of your child’s dance performances? With years of dedication, practice, and hard work, your child has mastered technique while developing such a beautiful talent. Noreen Owens Art of Dance Project ...

January 6 - 2023

Tips For Your Pet Photoshoot

Tips for a Successful Pet PhotoshootIf you are looking for the perfect way to capture your pet’s personality and preserve their memory, a photoshoot with Noreen Owens Photography is the answer. Noreen Owens offers an array of services to ...

November 18 - 2022

Choosing the Right Wardrobe Ensemble for Your Christmas Photoshoot

The Christmas season is just around the corner, which means it's time to start thinking about your Christmas picture outfits for a festive family holiday photoshoot! Before you head to your session, you need to make sure everyone is on the same page ...

October 21 - 2022

Pure Magical Santa is Coming to Town!

Pure Magical Santa is Coming to Town!"It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas/ everywhere you go..." The Christmas season is on the horizon, and with it will come gifts, family gatherings, and plenty of holiday cheer. Most importantly, it means ...

October 14 - 2022

Meet the Magical Woodland Fairies and Fellas

Some say that deep in the woods, fairies and their friends come out to play during the Autumn months. Others laugh at the mention of the magical world, discounting it entirely. But as the famous British novelist Roald Dahl once wrote, "Those who ...

October 11 - 2022

Pride Comes With A Fall Family Photo

The season has begun to turn, and as autumn unfolds before us, the leaves will fall, the air will cool, and the days will grow shorter. An old saying attributed to Scottish nobility always comes to mind in the Fall: "Out with the old and in with the ...

August 26 - 2022

The Art of the Professional Business Portrait

If "clothes maketh the man," then business photos indeed make the businessman and businesswoman. To be taken seriously in the professional world, you need to look the part, and the best way to do so is a top-notch business photo — also known ...

August 12 - 2022

Forever Portraits with Forever Loves

There is no force on Earth greater than love. Love binds us together and gives us strength in the face of all adversity. It’s what keeps us going when everything else falls apart. Famous French novelist Marcel Proust once wrote, "Love is space ...

August 4 - 2022

Family Portraits Are Important

Family portraits are not only a way to capture the likenesses of your loved ones, but they're also a way to capture precious memories and moments in time. Family portraits remind us of who we are, where we come from, and the people we hold most ...

July 8 - 2022

The Art of Deciding What to Wear for Engagement Photos

Whether you are a bride or groom, one of the most important decisions you will make is what to wear for engagement photos. When planning your engagement portraits, choosing outfits that fit your personality will ensure you get the best results! Here ...

June 17 - 2022

6 Ways a Luxury Photoshoot Can Boost Your Self Confidence

Everyone deserves to feel beautiful and confident, inside and out. If you're looking for a way to boost your self-confidence, consider booking a luxury photoshoot! There's something about being pampered and treated like a VIP that can make someone ...

May 25 - 2022

The One & Only Project Spotlight - Meet Cadence

In serving the Howell area as a full-service Portrait Photography Studio, Noreen Owens Photography believes in Giving Back to the local community as a core virtue of their business practice. Our operating philosophy is: Photography should ...

May 20 - 2022

Avoid Dated Family Photos With These Timeless Portraits

Looking through family photo albums, you immediately feel a sense of nostalgia. However, as you sift through the faded and yellowing snapshots, you can't help but notice how dated they look. If you're looking to take new portraits that will stand ...

May 6 - 2022

The Must-Know Dos and Don'ts - Top 6 Family Photo Tips

Photos are one of the most critical aspects of documenting your family's life. They capture memories and moments that you will want to look back on for years. However, taking great family photos isn't always easy. There are a few things you need to ...

April 22 - 2022

Senior Portrait Tips - The Outfits, Poses, and Planning

Senior year is a time to celebrate. It's a time to commemorate your accomplishments and memories with your closest friends and family. One of the most important ways to capture these memories is with a senior photo session. Capturing your senior ...

February 9 - 2022

The Art of Dance Project Spotlight - Meet Madelyn

In serving the greater Ann Arbor area as a full-service Portrait Photography Studio, Noreen Owens Photography believes in Giving Back to the local community as a core virtue of their business practice. Our operating philosophy is: ...

November 30 - 2021

Woodland Fairies Session Spotlight - Meet Piper

In serving the Ann Arbor area as a full-service Portrait Photography Studio, Noreen Owens Photography believes in creating unique and enchanted portrait session experience your child will love and remember for a lifetime! Our operating ...

November 9 - 2021

The One & Only Project Spotlight - Meet Chase

October 26 - 2021

Who I Am Project Spotlight - Meet Ebie

In serving the Ann Arbor area as a full-service Portrait Photography Studio, Noreen Owens Photography believes in Giving Back to the local community as a core virtue of their business practice. Our operating philosophy is: Photography should ...

September 2 - 2020

Woodland Fairies Session Now Open

Ann Arbor Portrait Photographer for Children The Woodland Fairies are here! Please join us! Now through early November. Call 517-258-3020 to schedule your magical moment!For more information, go to the Specials Page: ...