The JOURNAL

The Wedding Venue: The beautiful Lido House Hotel in Newport Beach. A white historic mansion with navy trim. Out front stands a lush Southern California landscape and a classic station wagon.

Brendan and Lydia’s Lido House Wedding

The Lido House is a historic ocean side mansion, sitting atop the old city hall site in Newport Beach. Simultaneously giving off beach town charm and classic luxury, it sets the scene for a perfect storybook wedding. The staff provided an amazing lawn cocktail hour, complete with hand-delivered hors d’oeuvres and hand crafted cocktails. The […]

The Bride and Groom have their first dance. Sparklers go off in the background and fog is at their feet.

WEDDING

Sid & Jasmin’s Indian Wedding

Weddings are amazing because literally each one is different. If you think about it, each family has their own special mini traditions and it is so special to be included. Indian weddings are no exception– every wedding is different and seriously so fun. Sid and Jasmin performed their wedding ceremonies under the most dazzling rose-spray […]

FAMILIES

The Puertas Family Holiday Portraits

It’s always so fun getting to spend time with great families each fall. It’s my opportunity to run around with kids, and laugh and talk about super heroes and princesses. It’s also a chance to be there to document this season in each family’s life. For the Puertas family, this season is such a fun […]

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.

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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