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Southern California Wedding Photographer, kate noelle, mission san juan Capistrano

ENGAGEMENT

Kyle and Allie are the couple you can’t take your eyes off of when you go people watching. Their faces melt into soft smiles when they look at one another, and the way they make each other laugh is so cute! They’ve got a quiet confidence in their demeanor that assumes comfortability and deep love […]

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Kate Noelle, Orange County Wedding Photographer, Richmond Wedding Photographer, Romantic Crystal Cove Engagement Photos

ENGAGEMENT

Their romance started off in college. Sara, a collegiate swimmer with roots to the Orange County Competitive swim scene took a seat in her 8am business class dressed in team sweats and her hair in a sloppy bun, having just finished morning practice. Wes was already seated, but noticed this laid back beauty as she […]

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Queen Mary Weddings, Queen Mary Engagement Photos, Romantic Engagement Photos

ENGAGEMENT

It was a warm summer evening when I met Scott and Tracy by the harbor for their engagement shoot. I had to do a double take when they walked up because I swore I saw Mariah Carey walk by me. As we walked and talked, I noticed Scott’s subtle handhold and her quick smile of […]

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ENGAGEMENT

Mariel was working in Paris, France and she had been away on this assignment for a few weeks. She was expecting a friend to come visit (because, really…. of all the places in the world to be sent to work on a project, Paris HAS to be the coolest!) and on the evening the friend […]

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ENGAGEMENT

Their first introduction was not uncommon… Tim met Stephanie through mutual friends in college. In between classes, part time jobs, and church, these two found themselves always around the same group of people. Through the years, they became fast friends, spending many a late night goofing off and having fun. While they never had romantic […]

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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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