Welcome to the
Zoe Larkin Photography blog

Helping Bay Area marriers navigate the new world of wedding photography and & planning 

CATEGORIES

Hey, awesome Bay Area togs!  Let me introduce myself if we haven’t already met. I’m Zoe and you’ve landed on my little business’ website! I’m looking for associate wedding photographers based in the San Francisco Bay Area.  An associate photographer is a professional photographer that shoots weddings instead of the business owner. Not to be […]

We are hiring associate (lead) photographers in the San Francisco Bay Area!

Zoe Larkin Photography is hiring associates in san Francisco bay area 2021

June 25, 2021

wedding photographer of color bay area

READ MORE

As a wedding photographer of color, I wanted to use my platform to explain a little about my work as a minority woman. I expanded the scope of this project to share a little more about my story, in the hopes that other BIPOC wedding photographers in the Bay Area may do the same. I’m […]

Wedding photographer of color – San Francisco Bay Area

February 1, 2021

Looking for creative client gift ideas this holiday season? Look no further than Greetabl! Client appreciation gifts are a simple, inexpensive way to show your clients you’re thinking of them and appreciate their business during the year. What I love about Greetabl is how customizable their gifts are, while still being affordable (generally within the […]

Client holiday gift ideas – inexpensive and super cute!

client gift ideas for holiday season 2020

December 4, 2020

Has your Google My Business listing been targeted by scammers attempting to gain access by requesting ownership permissions? Here's what to do

READ MORE

Today and yesterday I have received two suspicious, scam / spam emails. I am unsure exactly how the scam works, but my Google My Business listing is being targeted. If you are also being targeted for the scam, let me know in the comments so we can share resources!  I’m a wedding photographer who has […]

What to do when scammers keep requesting access to your Google My Business account

September 22, 2020

If you’re looking for cute supplies for your home office, you’ve come to the right place. Maybe you’ve found yourself working from home, or are finally getting around to creating that office you’ve always dreamed of. Either way, cute desk accessories can make a huge difference, even inspiring you with your endeavors. As a wedding […]

60 cute supplies & accessories for your home office (on AMAZON!)

60 cute ideas for your home office. Home office desk accessories to brighten your workspace beastlocal.com

September 17, 2020

greetabl review by a small business owner - using greetabl for your business client gifting

READ MORE

Wondering what you can send to a friend (or client) in the mail? I’ve been a raving fan of Greetabl, the gifting service for a couple of years now. And I couldn’t keep it to myself any longer. As a wedding photographer, I use Greetabl for client gifting, and I love it!  If you’re looking […]

Greetabl Review & how to use for client gifting (20% off promo code)

June 27, 2020

What does a wedding photographers do? Are you thinking of becoming a wedding photographer and want to learn what a typical day-in-the-life of a wedding photographer looks like? Are you curious as to what’s involved behind the scenes on the business side of things, aside from the wedding day itself. Sure there’s editing and brushing […]

What does a wedding photographer do in their business?

the business of being a wedding photographer - what wedding photographers do

May 18, 2020

bay area family photography

READ MORE

I am delighted to announce that Zoe Larkin Photography will now offering family photography sessions in the Bay Area for past wedding photography clients! Family lifestyle sessions will give you the chance to have beautiful, relaxed photos as your family grows. You’ll have the benefit of working with someone whose style, presence and energy are […]

Family photography now available for past wedding clients!

March 12, 2020

As a straight, cisgender wedding photographer I am extremely grateful and proud that a number of LGBTQ+ couples have trusted me with their weddings, engagements and love stories. Showcasing these couples’ photos has earned me more LGBTQ+ wedding bookings for the upcoming year, which I’m pumped about. Working with LGBTQ+ couples has been an incredible […]

Photographing LGBTQ+ couples as a straight, cis wedding photographer

tips for photographing gay LGBTQ wedding couples by Zoe Larkin Photography

February 25, 2020

how should wedding vendors share wedding photos

READ MORE

Hey there, fellow wedding vendor! You’re receiving this blog post because I’ve just sent you a gallery of wedding photos from a wedding that YOU worked on and provided awesome work. I am so stoked to be working with you! I want to see you and your biz grow and thrive, that’s why I’m sending […]

Wedding vendors: best practices for photo sharing

January 14, 2020

Is The Knot worth it for photographers? Will it help my wedding photography business to advertise on The Knot? Well, though I can’t speak for everyone and there is no one-size-fits-all solution, I thought it would be helpful to reflect and share. This article reflects on my personal experiences as a wedding photographer advertising on […]

Is The Knot worth it for photographers?

me at the vendor mixing party at the knot at san francisco mint

November 17, 2019

images from my experiences second shooting weddings

READ MORE

I’ve prepared this practical guide for people starting out with wedding photography and looking to start second shooting at weddings. I get a lot of inquiries from people hoping to start second shoot weddings with me, and I know that many other photographers also receive these requests on a regular basis. Note: this article is […]

How to get started as a second shooter for weddings

April 17, 2019

I lead a team of Bay Area wedding photographers 👋🏾 I personally help you plan your wedding timeline so you can relax and savor your wedding day.

We blend an unobtrusive approach to capturing images with a directive way of capturing the posed shots of you and your guests.

With over 400 weddings personally photographed by Zoe, hundreds of reviews on Yelp and Google, and over

San Francisco wedding photographers

MOMENT CATCHERS, LIGHT CHASERS, photojournalists

As a seasoned professional and true artist, I transform wedding moments into timeless memories, captured photojournalistically. 

In short, our images make memories last forever.

Looking for a wedding photographer that will honor your unique, beautiful story?

350,000 words of inspiration and and advice on the blog, we're the leading wedding photographers in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Since 2017, I've poured my heart into Bay Area weddings, specializing in San Francisco City Hall ceremonies and shooting all love. Our goal is to create personal images with an intimate feel - images that evoke emotion and transport you back to the moment. 

about us

css.php