The JOURNAL

Pageant of the Masters 2014, Festival Heist, Behind the Scenes Media Night

MY THOUGHTS

Every year, Christopher and I have the privilege of joining our friend and actor Ernie Castelo at the Pageant of the Masters Media Preview Night at the beginning of June. The Festival of the Arts in Laguna beach is a world renowned collection of artists celebrating art in all its forms all summer long right […]

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WEDDING

Everything about Travis and Ana’s Lincourt Winery wedding was gorgeous.  Ana’s personal touch was in every little thing and I couldn’t have been a happier camper photographing it all. It was a very laid back and relaxing day, surprisingly, for a wedding day. When my team and I arrived, it felt like a family get-to-gether was happening in […]

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Point Dume Engagement Photos, Brian and Brittany, Kate Noelle Photography

ENGAGEMENT

“There are so many fish in the sea, and yet where I live, there’s just nobody for me!”, groaned the post college 21-30 age bracket of America. Finding the love of your life is no walk in the park for most, but I suppose that’s why we celebrate so hard and cheer so loudly when […]

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South Pasadena Bridge Engagement Photos, Pasadena Engagement Photos, Kate Noelle, Travis and Ana

ENGAGEMENT

A few weeks ago I traveled up to Santa Ynez to photograph these two lovebirds as they tied the knot, but I realized this week that I didn’t have a chance to blog their amazing Pasadena Engagement Photos! Ana grew up in South Pasadena and many of her fond childhood memories took place near old […]

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St Regis Monarch Beach Wedding Photos, St Regis Wedding Photos, California Wedding Photos, Classic Wedding Photos, Kate Noelle, Kate Noelle Photography

WEDDING

This season of the year has been a busy one full of weddings, portrait shoots, new Kate Noelle Photography team members, travels, graduations, and big decisions. Lately, I’ve been everywhere else except this blog, but I’m excited to have a little bit of time in the coming weeks to sit and catch you all up on the […]

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Hartley Botanic Gardens, Camarillo Wedding Photos, Kate Noelle Photography

WEDDING

Their love story began at a rock climbing gym. Erin was climbing and as every lovely lady does at some point or another in her life, she fell. Only this time, Matt was there to sweep her off her feet (and hurt ankle) and save the day. Friends and family spoke for days about how […]

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Pasadena City Hall Engagement Photos, Fuller Seminary, Wayne and Erin

ENGAGEMENT

It was a holiday, not sure which one or how long ago, but all the family was gathered. It was a normal sort of holiday dinner with my family…. laughter, some sports game on, people coming and going, and my mom shuffling around the kitchen. Uncles were talking and laughing, aunts and grandmas were catching […]

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Photography DTS, YWAM Sarasota

MY THOUGHTS

A few weeks ago, I took a trip to a YWAM (youth with a mission) base in Sarasota, Florida. This trip was a BIG DEAL, although I didn’t let myself think too hard about the significance of it all until I boarded the plane. I didn’t let myself think about it because I knew I’d […]

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san diego maternity portraits, beach portraits, sunset portraits, coronado portraits

FAMILIES

A few weeks ago, I was down south for a San Diego Maternity Portrait shoot with my good friends Braden and Emily. It’s been such a cool journey to observe…. knowing them both from before they began to date, through their marriage so far, and now as they transition into parents. This will be their […]

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San Diego Destination Wedding, Balboa Park, Presidio Park, Harbor House

WEDDING

A San Diego destination wedding is always a good idea. The sun shines most of the year, gorgeous beaches are just a quick drive away, there are so many wonderful historic sites to take photos at, and the food is SO GOOD. Kelvin and TylerMarie got that memo when they planned their wedding at the […]

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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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