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When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs.
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( Ansel Adams )
About
meet Jennelle
a mom, wife, and the heart behind
Nellie Bug Photography
I started as a teen with a camera and a dream, in time it developed into a pretty firm hobby of mine. In 2024, that dream quietly turned into the business I’ve poured my heart into ever since.
Along the way, I began to notice how easily time moves. Moments that once felt so clear start to blur, and the little things we didn’t think twice about slowly fade.
Over the years, what started as a simple love for photography has grown into something so meaningful to me. I’ve had the honor of capturing a range of sessions, each one different, each one holding moments that deserve to be remembered.
Along the way, my work has been featured in magazine publications—something I’m incredibly grateful for—but what matters most to me has always stayed the same: the people in front of my camera and the stories they carry.
My approach is rooted in storytelling, with true-to-life imagery that feels natural and honest—photos that look the way it felt in real life.
Every session I take on is personal to me. I’m there to create a space where you can feel comfortable, be yourself, and trust that the moments we capture are real.
My philosophy is simple: people first.
Before the poses or the details, it’s about who you are and what this moment means to you. I’m drawn to the in-between moments—the natural laughter, the quiet pauses, the connections that often go unnoticed in real time but mean everything later.
Life moves fast, but your moments don’t have to
Fact 1
I was born and raised in a small rural community located in madison county- rooted in kindness, connection, and the kind of simplicity that stays with you.
Fact 2
I’ve spent most of life around kids—so patience, chaos, and real-life moments, I’m built for it.
Tiny human conversations are my specialty.
Fact 3
Being a mom is my favorite role—my son keeps life interesting and fills my brain with the most random knowledge… Sometimes I still wonder what’s going on… but honestly, I’m just along for the ride
Fact 4
I’m a very relatable person—understanding, easy to talk to, and compassionate with everyone I meet.
After one session, you won’t just have a photographer—you’ll have a comedian, a friend, and someone in your corner
Let's document your story
At the end of the day, this isn’t just about photos for me — it’s about the people in them. The stories, the connections, the real moments that make your life beautifully yours. Being trusted to capture that is something I’ll never take for granted.