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Nicole Harnois Photography

Waterloo, Iowa

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Nicole Harnois Photography photography
12+ yrsIn business

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Why we chose Nicole Harnois Photography

Nicole Harnois has been photographing families in and around Cedar Falls since 2014, when she started her business with her own oldest child barely six months old. That firsthand experience with a newborn at home shapes how she runs her Newborn & Milestone sessions today: unhurried, candid, and built around the baby's actual mood rather than a rigid shot list. Rather than heavily posed studio setups, Nicole leans toward authentic, in-the-moment images that show real interactions between a baby and their parents or siblings, a style she carried over from years working as a licensed hairstylist before switching careers into photography full time. Sessions typically take place in her home studio, though she also works on location for families who want their newborn photos taken somewhere more personal. Beyond newborns, Nicole's portfolio spans maternity, birth, children, and family photography, meaning many of her newborn clients return again and again as their kids grow through milestone ages. Her twelve years in business have built a loyal following of repeat families across the Cedar Valley, several of whom describe her editing style and eye for detail in glowing terms. For parents who want genuine expressions over stiff posing, Nicole's natural approach to newborn photography has become a dependable choice in the Waterloo and Cedar Falls area.

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Nicole Harnois Photography location, hours & contact

LocationWaterloo, Iowa Get directions
Websitenicoleharnoisphotography.com
SpecialtiesNewborn photography

Nicole Harnois Photography FAQs

Where is Nicole Harnois Photography's studio?

Nicole Harnois Photography is based in Waterloo, Iowa. Rather than heavily posed studio setups, Nicole leans toward authentic, in-the-moment images that show real interactions between a baby and their parents or siblings, a style she carried over from years working as a licensed hairstylist before switching careers into photography full time.

What is Nicole Harnois Photography's photography style?

That firsthand experience with a newborn at home shapes how she runs her Newborn & Milestone sessions today: unhurried, candid, and built around the baby's actual mood rather than a rigid shot list.

What kind of clients does Nicole Harnois Photography work with?

Nicole Harnois has been photographing families in and around Cedar Falls since 2014, when she started her business with her own oldest child barely six months old.

Does Nicole Harnois Photography travel for sessions?

Sessions typically take place in her home studio, though she also works on location for families who want their newborn photos taken somewhere more personal.

Is Nicole Harnois Photography one of the best newborn photographers in Waterloo?

Our 2026 research puts Nicole Harnois Photography at No. 1 for newborn photography in Waterloo. Rankings are earned through research and can't be bought.

How long has Nicole Harnois Photography been in business?

Nicole Harnois Photography has 12+ years of experience. Her twelve years in business have built a loyal following of repeat families across the Cedar Valley, several of whom describe her editing style and eye for detail in glowing terms.

How do I contact Nicole Harnois Photography?

You can reach Nicole Harnois Photography through nicoleharnoisphotography.com and by sending your date through the form on this page.

Is Nicole Harnois experienced with newborns past the typical two-week posing window?

Yes. Her Newborn & Milestone sessions are built around candid, natural interactions rather than the tightly posed studio style that generally requires a baby to be photographed within the first two weeks, so slightly older babies are welcome.

Do they offer maternity or birth photography alongside newborn sessions?

Yes, Nicole's portfolio includes maternity, birth, children, and family photography, so many clients work with her from pregnancy through a baby's first years.

How far in advance should families reach out before their due date?

Reaching out during the second or third trimester is recommended so a session date can be planned around the baby's expected arrival.

What should parents expect in terms of posing versus candid shots?

Nicole favors an authentic, candid approach over heavily posed studio setups, focusing on genuine expressions and real interactions between the baby and family members.