The JOURNAL

Come back often. There is always something worth seeing.

Come back often. There is always something worth seeing.

LIFESTYLE

I got an email the other evening from my sister’s friend Michaela. I’ve known Michaela since she played waterpolo with my sister back in high school and she’s one of the sweetest and most caring people ever. Her email was buried under my daily pile, but as I scanned it, I had to stop and […]

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FAMILIES

Isaiah just turned 1 year old and he’s one of the cutest and happiest babies I’ve ever met! Ruth and Steve made the trek down from the Seattle area to celebrate this little guy  and wanted to get some portraits done of their new family on this happy occasion. Isaiah LOVES balloons…. if you can’t […]

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MY THOUGHTS

I was talking with someone recently about living our dreams and about our art. We talked about what our dreams are and were… and we talked about why we’re still hopeful. We talked about the personal liability there is as an artist…. putting our heart and soul into our work and allowing the masses to […]

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MY THOUGHTS

Every year, my family has the tradition of waking up super early to stand in line at Peltzer Pines to find our Christmas tree together. We run through the pine tree groves searching for the fullest, greenest, best smelling tree we can find, trying to beat out all the other tree-seekers doing the same. Once […]

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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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