On leaving school Noel went straight into the Rock & Roll industry, working for one of the hardest working bands of the time, Stray, as a lighting and drum tech. During this time they toured with heavyweights such as Black Sabbath, Rush and Kiss.

Noel left Stray in 1976 to get married and find a proper job. Around 1980 Noel discovered an interest in photography attending many courses, finally studying under Michael Lea at Waltham Forest Collage. For many years Noel photographed weddings whilst working freelance for local newspapers.

In 1995 Noel was invited by Stray to photograph the band live. Since then this is the path Noel's photography has taken.

Noel's portfolio includes some of the worlds major rock acts, including; Ringo Starr, Iron Maiden, Heaven & Hell, ZZ Top, Foreigner, Bad Co, Deep Purple, Chickenfoot, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Joe Perry, Blondie, Kasabian, Joe Bonamassa, UFO, Motorhead, Ronnie James Dio, Queensryche & Black Country Communion.

“Noel Buckley is one of the only photographers I know that can capture the live experiences I present. I insist on using him at any gig I do in London and if possible ANY where else! He has a great history and a great eye for movement, intensity and always makes me look better than I really do. Rock on Noel!” Kory Clarke - Warrior Soul

“One of the best rock concert photographers around – always a pleasure to deal with” Don McKay - Rhino Agency

“Blind as a bat, it's amazing how Buckley can still capture the best out of any artist...Even makes wrinkly old ladies look young” Mark Taylor - Record Collector

“Noel has taken many shots of my band Stampede at various festivals and gigs around the country, and whenever we have seen the results he's always hits the spot.You only get one chance at a rock venue to capture the moment, there is no replay and Noel has done it for us on many occasions” Rueben Archer - Stampede

“Noel , great guy, great photographer. He must be, he made us look good!” Bernie Torme - GMT, Gillan, Ozzy Osbourne Band

“In this world we've created where people think they can pick up a digital camera and be David Bailey... Noel Buckley really demonstrates what it truly means to be a photographer and capture the artist in the right light at the right moment... fantastic!”  Deborah Bonham

“Whenever I see Noel's always-smiling face in or around the stage, I know I'm in safe hands & whatever ridiculous antics I get up to, Noel will not only capture them all, but he'll make me look GOOD...!!!“ Robin Guy (ridiculous drummer)

Much of his work is commissioned by 'Get Ready To Rock' and can also be seen in many magazines such as; Classic Rock, Metal Hammer, Drummer & Record Collector.

Album credits include; Stray - Valhalla, Stray - 10, Del Bromham - Devils' Highway, GMT - Evil Twin, GMT - Raw-Live, FM - City Limits EP, Richmond - Fallen Angel, Good Thinking - Turning The Clock Back.