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Karl Larsen Photography

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I’ve been a professional photographer for over 26 years. I worked for many publications, including Rollingstone Magazine, FHM and Playboy and have covered very special events, such as the Grammys and The Oscars. Although, as of lately to be close to my son, I do Headshots and portraits out of my garage studio or portraits on location at a park or on the beach. I also enjoy doing weddings and events. I’ve been featured on many TV shows and podcasts as such as fuse music battle of the bands and even the Howard Stern show.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 20 times

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1 employee

27 years in business

Business hours

Sun7:00 am - 11:00 pmMon7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.

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Services offered
Photoshoot location

Photo studio

Outdoors

Home

Hotel

Photo formats

Digital or online download

CD / DVD

Flash drive

Physical proofs and prints

Work location

My customers travel to me

I travel to my customers

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Ken D.

Oct 29, 2025

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Karl was great to work with. We got married at the Santa Barbara courthouse and Karl knew exactly the locations that would give the best shots. He was on time, very professional, and mainly fun to work with! Karl is very accommodating on requests. Make sure you communicate any specific photos you want.

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography
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Hector S.

Oct 19, 2025

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We couldn’t have asked for a better engagement photographer! From the very beginning, he was genuinely excited to help plan the surprise and went above and beyond to make the big reveal unforgettable. He came up with a creative plan to stay completely hidden until the perfect moment, and it worked flawlessly — I had no idea he was there until after I popped the question! The photos turned out absolutely stunning and captured every bit of emotion and surprise from that moment. He has such a great eye for lighting and detail, and he made us feel comfortable and natural the whole time. Beyond the beautiful pictures, his enthusiasm and thoughtfulness made the experience so special. If you’re looking for someone in Santa Barbara who truly cares about making your engagement unique and memorable, I can’t recommend him enough!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Outdoors • I'm flexible • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location

Engagement Photography
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Andrew T.

Sep 19, 2025

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I had a great photo shoot with Karl. In about an hour, he took many photos inside his studio and outdoors, capturing a natural backdrop that complemented the photos well. I received all the photos a couple of days after working with Karl and had a big selection to choose from.

Details: Professional / business • Photo studio • 1 person • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

Headshot Photography
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Andrei M.

Sep 6, 2025

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Karl, did an excellent job capturing the surprise proposal for my fiancée and I. We had initially planned to meet earlier and capture the sunset but an accident on PCH caused us to be late. Karl was super patient and understanding. Although it was dark, he still managed to capture great photos.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Raj G.

Aug 23, 2025

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We recently worked with Karl Larson for a family photoshoot in Santa Barbara with a group of 10, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment we met Karl, his warm and friendly personality set the tone for what turned out to be an incredibly fun and joyful session. Coordinating such a large group can sometimes feel overwhelming, but Karl made everything effortless. He has an incredible talent for keeping everyone engaged, from the youngest to the oldest, making the shoot feel natural and relaxed. We were laughing, smiling, and genuinely enjoying ourselves the entire time — and it really shows in the photos. Karl’s eye for capturing candid, beautiful moments is truly special, and his professionalism and creativity made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a photographer who not only delivers stunning photos but also creates an unforgettable experience, we can’t recommend Karl enough. Our family will treasure these photos for years to come, and we’re so grateful to Karl for making the day such a wonderful memory.

Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography
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