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Scotty and Kate | A Stealth Shoot

My cousin called me this morning around 11am and asked if I could spare an hour this evening. I asked what for… and he said he was proposing to his girlfriend, Kate. I almost forgot to swallow for about a minute as he told me his initial plan for the evening and when he asked […]

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WEDDING

Justin and Bryna | A Sneak Peek

I spent the evening with Justin and Bryna, documenting their wedding day in Laguna Beach. There are a TON of amazing shots… so I wanted to share a few before I hit the sack for the night…. more to come. 😉

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MY THOUGHTS

Beef

Wedding Season is now in full effect for me, which means… well… that it’s wedding season. I’m currently packing my gear up for a mid-week wedding tonight, but I wanted to share some shots I took last week when I went on a short impromptu photo safari with my friend Becca. It was refreshing to […]

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LIFESTYLE

GO | Portrait of a Missionary

As you know, I originally started into photography with Youth With A Mission, learning and doing mission photography in Germany and Thailand. Since then, the adventure has taken a different direction… towards being a wedding and portrait photographer. Lately, I’ve been feeling like I get caught up in “work” more often than not… and I […]

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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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