The JOURNAL

A trip with YWAM

A few weeks ago, I took a trip to a YWAM (youth with a mission) base in Sarasota, Florida. This trip was a BIG DEAL, although I didn’t let myself think too hard about the significance of it all until I boarded the plane. I didn’t let myself think about it because I knew I’d […]

MY THOUGHTS

Turning Over Old New Leaves

Christopher and I were reminiscing the other day about the way we were when we first met. I never really realize it, but time changes people. Who I was 5 years ago isn’t who I am today, and even though Kate in 2008 has shaped me, we’re different people. An unspoken sign of adulthood is […]

MY THOUGHTS

Rockstar Lubbock Photographers

Last week Betsy turned the ripe age of 21 in Lubbock, Texas. Many secret phone calls and some dollars later…. I stepped off a plane and into the Amarillo heat and made my way to the baggage area. As I rode the escalator down, I saw the person I was looking for…. Trevor. Standing with […]

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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