The JOURNAL

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Come back often. There is always something worth seeing.

A large wedding party pose in a group at the the Wilshire Ebell of Los Angeles. They are posed like the promo photos from "Gossip Girl" and holding cocktails. The women are in light pink dresses and the men are in classic black suits. Photos by Kate Noelle Photography

WEDDING

Themes of timeless elegance and intentionality surrounded Matthew and Emalee’s much-anticipated wedding at the Ebell of Los Angeles. Amidst the grandeur of the Renaissance-style architecture, the Ebell was the absolute best wedding venue to reflect the couple’s vibrant spirits. Emalee specifically requested a Bridgerton-meets-Gossip-Girl aesthetic, and with the help of coordinator Renee Dalo of Moxie […]

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Cocktail hour setup by the pool for the Wedding Planner's Retreat hosted by California Wedding Day at the Ingleside Inn in Palm Springs. Two pink retro chairs on either side of a pink coffee table and floral arrangement, with a disco ball on the ground, designed by Nicole Alexandria Designs and photographed by Kate Noelle Photography

INSPIRE

I recently had the great honor of photographing a planners retreat alongside an incredible team including Nicole Alexandra Designs and California Wedding Day.  Set against a picturesque desert mountain backdrop, this special event brought together the best of the best in the SoCal wedding industry at the prestigious Ingleside Inn in Palm Springs.  A long […]

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Stunning sunset wedding portrait of a bride and groom walking towards the water at sunset on Laguna Beach. Photo by Kate Noelle Photography

WEDDING

I’m pretty sure there are few things more romantic than having your wedding ceremony on the sand, and documenting Dave and Jina’s Laguna Beach wedding totally proved that. The rarity of having their closest friends in one place to celebrate their love by the sea was not lost on the couple. Due to COVID and […]

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WEDDING

The Wayfarers Chapel is easily one of the most stunning wedding venues in all of California. Often referred to as “The Glass Church”, the Rancho Palos Verdes venue features a transparent glass atrium peering directly out to the grandiose redwood forest. This sacred sanctuary was designed by Los Angeles architect, Lloyd Wright (son of Frank […]

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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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