Where the Coast Becomes a Story

Founded in Santa Monica and now based dockside in the Channel Islands Harbor, Salt + Noelle is a small studio sharing authentic moments from the shoreline - inviting you to experience the ocean’s magic, wherever you are.

Each visual and offering is shaped by our commitment to genuine storytelling and ethical photography. We hope our work helps you feel a little more connected to the coast.

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harbor seal and pup share a kiss on the shore in Elkhorn Slough photographed by Salt + Noelle
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Whiskers in the Wild: Sea Lion Colony in Motion at Silver Strand Beach
Whiskers in the Wild: Sea Lion Colony in Motion at Silver Strand Beach
Whiskers in the Wild: Portraits, Personalities, and Painted Skies
Whiskers in the Wild: Portraits, Personalities, and Painted Skies
A Day Trip to Central Santa Cruz Island: Preparedness, Wildlife Encounters, and Painted Cave Wonders
A Day Trip to Central Santa Cruz Island: Preparedness, Wildlife Encounters, and Painted Cave Wonders
Whiskers in the Wild: Week Three - Shifting Shores & Labor Day Lessons
Whiskers in the Wild: Week Three - Shifting Shores & Labor Day Lessons
Whiskers in the Wild: Week Two - Heat, Hierarchies & Harbor Landmarks
Whiskers in the Wild: Week Two - Heat, Hierarchies & Harbor Landmarks
Whiskers in the Wild: Week One with the Harbor Colony
Whiskers in the Wild: Week One with the Harbor Colony
Whiskers in the Wild: Sea Lion Stories from Channel Islands Harbor
Whiskers in the Wild: Sea Lion Stories from Channel Islands Harbor
A Wildlife Hike at Carpinteria Seal Rookery
A Wildlife Hike at Carpinteria Seal Rookery
On the Rocks: The Secret Life of Crabs at Channel Islands Harbor
On the Rocks: The Secret Life of Crabs at Channel Islands Harbor
Channel Islands Harbor: New Beginnings, Harbor Wildlife
Channel Islands Harbor: New Beginnings, Harbor Wildlife
Monarch Magic at Pismo Grove
Monarch Magic at Pismo Grove
Bird Rock’s Coastal Community
Bird Rock’s Coastal Community
Brandt’s Cormorants Nesting at Moss Landing
Brandt’s Cormorants Nesting at Moss Landing
Sea Lions at the Marina
Sea Lions at the Marina
The Notion Travel Template I Made for Myself (You Can Buy It)
The Notion Travel Template I Made for Myself (You Can Buy It)
Bubbling Shore Crabs and the Art of Hiding in Plain Sight
Bubbling Shore Crabs and the Art of Hiding in Plain Sight
Squirrels! Burrowed In, Fluffed Out, and Watching You Snack
Squirrels! Burrowed In, Fluffed Out, and Watching You Snack
From Cannery Row to Bird Rock: A Monterey Day Trip Worth Remembering
From Cannery Row to Bird Rock: A Monterey Day Trip Worth Remembering
Harbor Seal Highlights
Harbor Seal Highlights
A Blue Whale Off Long Beach
A Blue Whale Off Long Beach
A Crab Claw and No Intention of Sharing
A Crab Claw and No Intention of Sharing
Pup Watch: A Photo Tour on Elkhorn Slough Safari
Pup Watch: A Photo Tour on Elkhorn Slough Safari
Sea Lion Saturdays: Photo Walks, Coastal Drives, and Marine Life in Marina del Rey & Beyond
Sea Lion Saturdays: Photo Walks, Coastal Drives, and Marine Life in Marina del Rey & Beyond
Morro Bay Adventure: Sea Otters, Elephant Seals & Monarch Butterflies Along California’s Coast
Morro Bay Adventure: Sea Otters, Elephant Seals & Monarch Butterflies Along California’s Coast
Leo Carrillo Beach Is My Favorite Coastal Escape: Tide Pools, Scenic Drives & Malibu Seafood
Leo Carrillo Beach Is My Favorite Coastal Escape: Tide Pools, Scenic Drives & Malibu Seafood
Zzyzx Road: The Strange History & Hidden Wildlife of This Mojave Desert Landmark
Zzyzx Road: The Strange History & Hidden Wildlife of This Mojave Desert Landmark
A Peaceful Afternoon at Roaring Spring Dam Park: Ducks, Photography & Small-Town Charm
A Peaceful Afternoon at Roaring Spring Dam Park: Ducks, Photography & Small-Town Charm
Trough Creek State Park: Hiking to Rainbow Falls & Balanced Rock
Trough Creek State Park: Hiking to Rainbow Falls & Balanced Rock
Why Malibu Seafood Is Worth the Wait: Fresh Seafood, Ocean Views & the Best Clam Chowder
Why Malibu Seafood Is Worth the Wait: Fresh Seafood, Ocean Views & the Best Clam Chowder
Whale Watching in Long Beach: Spotting Blue & Fin Whales on an Unforgettable Ocean Adventure
Whale Watching in Long Beach: Spotting Blue & Fin Whales on an Unforgettable Ocean Adventure

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A collage of various outdoor scenes including children and adults enjoying nature, wildlife, and ocean views.

Deferred Dreams to Wild Encounters

I’m Alexis Noelle, a photographer who spent years dreaming of the ocean and finally found my way to the coast. My work is rooted in field time and honest storytelling, documenting the real moments where people and wildlife meet. Every image and product here is inspired by California’s coast and the natural spaces that have shaped my story.

I hope these images and stories bring the Pacific a little closer to you, wherever you are.

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