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Karl Larsen Photography

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19

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$300
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Responds in about 3 hours

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About
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.
Overview

Hired 19 times

Serves Thousand Oaks, CA

Background checked

1 employee

26 years in business

Business hours

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

Payment methods

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

Social media

Instagram

Projects and media

54 photos

Projects and media

54 photos

Services offered
Photoshoot type
Photo style

Traditional posed

Candid

Artful composition and lighting

Natural or environmental

Wedding photographer also needed

Yes

Reviews
Exceptional 5.0

24 reviews

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Raj G.
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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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Andrew T.
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2 weeks ago

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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.
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4 weeks ago

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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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Jimmy L.
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Aug 20, 2025

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Karl was amazing! Great communication throughout the proposal process and extremely professional. He was very responsive and answered any questions/requests in a very timely manner. Plus the photos turned out amazing. Would recommend him and his services without hesitation for anybody in the Los Angeles/SoCal area

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Outdoors • One location • CD / DVD • Online or digital proofs and prints • Physical proofs and prints • Album • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Evan H.
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Aug 4, 2025

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Karl is an absolute rock star! From the very beginning, he was responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in helping me pull off a once-in-a-lifetime moment. I was planning a surprise proposal to my girlfriend, and Karl went above and beyond answering every message and phone call right away, helping me plan the perfect setup, and capturing absolutely stunning photos during a gorgeous sunset shoot. What really stood out was his dedication and flexibility as he even played along and pretended not to know me so the surprise wouldn’t be spoiled! His direction during the shoot was smooth, natural, and fun, which made us feel comfortable and helped bring out some truly magical shots. If you’re looking for someone who brings heart, talent, and professionalism to your special moments, Karl is your guy. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Album • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Engagement Photography
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