Separate images. From left to right: two southern sea otters play in the water, a common dolphin swims beside a boat, a harbor seal pup glances over it's mother's flippers into the camera, a california sea lion glistens in the light, and others.

Where the Coast Becomes a Story

Salt + Noelle brings the spirit of the shoreline to you, from Channel Islands Harbor to wherever you call home.

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Discover captivating photo essays from the California coast that blend breathtaking wildlife photography with conservation insights. Learn about responsible wildlife viewing, explore hidden coastal gems, and get practical travel tips on where to stay, what to see, and how to experience the ocean mindfully.
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Collage of Salt + Noelle's founder, Alexis Noelle, at various stages in life.

Deferred Dreams to Wild Encounters

From a Pennsylvania steel town to dockside at Channel Islands Harbor, my journey has always followed a longing for the ocean. I’m Alexis Noelle, a photographer inspired by the water and the moments where people and wildlife meet.

I hope these stories and images bring the Pacific a little closer to you. ♥

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