The JOURNAL

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Come back often. There is always something worth seeing.

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ENGAGEMENT

I first met Connie at Billy Jack & Alissa’s Wedding. She was this incredibly sweet bridesmaid who struck me as the type of friend every bride should have…. supportive, excitable, and fun. We hung out all day as I photographed her friend’s event, and at the end of the night she confidently told me I would be photographing […]

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ENGAGEMENT

“He saw her before he saw anything else in the room”, F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote in his short story entitled One Interne. And so begins some of the most romantic love stories even today. Michael first noticed Ashly when he started going to a new Crossfit gym…. she was this stunningly beautiful woman with a ferocity that […]

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FAMILIES

Growing up near the beach allowed for many a fond memory for my family and I. I remember countless hours of swimming, boogie boarding, sand crab catching, sand castle making, and bonfire enjoying. Some of the most nostalgic photos documenting my childhood took place at the beach. So for me, there’s still a sense of […]

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WEDDING

They met on their journey through medical school. They weren’t looking to find love just yet since their futures were so uncertain, but somehow it found them. They carpooled together and slowly got to know one another. Their platonic work relationship turned into a friendship and that friendship slowly blossomed into a deep deep love for […]

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Behind the Camera

Kate Noelle

Kate Noelle is a Southern California wedding photographer with nearly 20 years of experience, celebrated as much for her art as she is for the way she is loved by clients, their families, creative partners, and publications alike. Named Best Photographer in Orange County by California Wedding Day Magazine three years running, she is known for her calm presence, refined artistry, and ability to navigate high-stakes moments with confidence and discretion.

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Named 'Best Wedding Photographer in California' by California Wedding Day, and Proudly featured by

“Always fresh, fun, and fashionable, Kate Noelle's work attracts editors and discerning couples alike. Sought after in Southern California and luxury destinations around the world, she is trusted by other top professionals and adored by her clients who can't say enough good things about her work.” 

From Blair deLaubenfels, Editor at Worlds Best Wedding Photos —

“Sought after in Southern California and luxury destinations around the world, she is trusted by other top professionals and adored by her clients who can't say enough good things about her work.” 

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