Photos that let you stay present
Forget you’re being photographed
Weddings are one of the rare moments in life when all the people who shaped you are in the same place. The best parts of the day usually happen in between the planned moments — a quiet conversation, someone bursting into laughter, that goofy cousin.
That’s what I’m always watching for. After hundreds of weddings, I know when to step in and help guide things along, and when to quietly let the moment unfold. This is the art of noticing. And my job is to capture it before it disappears.
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She brought warmth, joy, and so much heart into documenting our wedding weekend. I honestly don't have the words for how incredible the photos came out, she truly outdid herself. Every single one is perfection.—Aishwarya & Nish
She wasn't just a vendor, she became part of our family that weekend.
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Our wedding day was truly perfect. Zoe stayed seamlessly on schedule and captured every moment we hoped for--the romance, the details, the ceremony, cocktail hour, speeches, and all the dancing. —Paige & Nick
We were laughing and enjoying ourselves all day, which made the experience feel effortless.
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Zoe was incredibly professional, communicative, and prepared. The photos blew us away. She captured so many little in-between moments and the full vibe of the weekend. If photos are a top priority, don't compromise. Zoe has the talent, heart, and professionalism to deliver something truly special.—Lizzy & Fletcher
"Best wedding photos I've ever seen" is a common response we get!
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In our initial outreach, we said we wanted these photos to look cool and chic... "like a J. Crew campaign." Upon seeing the final results (a few weeks earlier than expected!), these photos might as well have been published in Vogue Italia..—Jorge & Kenny
The LIGHTING. The DRAMA. the GRANDIOSITY -- unmatched!
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After you have your date pinned down, reach out to see if I’m available. If you’d prefer an associate photographer, let me know!
Get in touch
I’ll send you resources to look over, including a detailed video that outlines the process of working together. I'll draw up your customized Photography Planning Document that will help figure out how much time is needed for the events you’d like captured.
For full weddings, you can book a complimentary alignment call if there are any other questions or for a vibe check.
Let's connect
Make it official
Both members of the couple need to sign your contract online (regardless of who is paying). Shortly after, I'll send your invoice link to pay online. You can do 50% down to book and 50% due within 2 weeks of the wedding, or we can do a 4-part payment plan for larger bookings. Full payment is due 2 weeks before the big day.
We continue to collaborate in the run-up to the wedding. I guide you through anything you need and continue to offer timeline support and recommendations for other vendors. We’ll make sure your Photo Planning Doc is complete.
Planning
Delivery
On the big day you’ll have a blast and I’ll be running around to get all the angles and fun!
You’ll receive your sneak peek, if ordered, within 1 week. Your full gallery follows within 2 months of your wedding date.
A few fave portfolio pieces
Barry & Ed,
Stable cafe, San Francisco
Steph & Binh
Huddart Park & backyard, Woodside
Alejandra & Michael
cigar bar & bix, San Francisco
ISabel & will
Golden Gate Club, San Francisco
PORTFOLIO
Click a thumbnail to enter. To view full galleries that align with your vibe/ venue, or all recent weddings, request the link and password when inquiring.
Alex & Ari
Private Ranch, Napa
PRICING
With Zoe as photographer
Weekends* & holidays
May - November
Starting at 8 continuous hours**
$6,800
Weekends* & holidays
May - November
Starting at 8 continuous hours**
$5,000
Weekdays year-round & off-season
December - April
Starting at 3 continuous hours
$3,800
With associate photographer
Starting at 3 continuous hours
$2,750
Weekdays year-round & off-season
December - April
Add any additional hours in half-hour increments at $600 per hour plus any optional extras
Add any additional hours in half-hour increments at $450 per hour plus any optional extras
*Weekdays are Monday to Friday, excluding holidays
**Occasionally, packages for fewer than 8 hours may be available on select dates. Please inquire with your date and details about your wedding
Popular additions:
Film photography ($200 for <4 hours; $400 for > 4 hours)
Second photographer ($175/hour)
Travel ($3/mile beyond 60-mile home zone)
Rush fee ($500 for <4 hours; $1,000 for > 4 hours)
Albums, wall art and more.
engagement photography
Engagement sessions (1.5 hours)
Weekend rate
$1,700
Weekday rate
$1,450
With Zoe as photographer
Engagement sessions (1.5 hours)
Weekend rate
$1,450
Weekday rate
$1,200
With associate photographer
Note: Engagement /love and proposal photography are subject to availability. This offering may not be available during periods of high demand for our wedding photography services. Thank you for your understanding.
proposal photography
10 minutes of photos post-proposal
Weekend rate
$1,200
Weekday rate
$1,450
With Zoe as photographer
30 minutes of photos post-proposal
Weekend rate
$1,400
Weekday rate
$1,250
60 minutes of photos post-proposal
Weekend rate
$1,700
Weekday rate
$1,500
- Travel within the Bay Area (~60 miles one way)
- Assistance planning your wedding and a personalized Photography Planning Document
- Recommendations from our wide vendor network
- A minimum of 65 hand-edited high-resolution images per hour of photography
- Full gallery delivered within 2 months
- Online gallery for viewing, sharing, downloading, and purchasing prints
- Print release for all your images
Included with
our services
BEHIND
the BRAND
I'm Zoe Larkin. Founder, story-teller, artist, cat mom, urbanite, realist.
Before becoming a wedding photographer, I was many things. An art student specializing in conceptual and performance art. An investment banking employee in London. content marketer for an AI startup in Berlin, failed house renovator in lebrija, spain, nomadic traveler, band groupie, binge drinker, obsessive and long-time documenter of life through photos and journals.
I always knew art was my life’s mission after an awakening at age 16 when I wrote in my diary ‘art's like a sin’. It was obsessive and all-consuming. Even after dissecting my entire artist persona in the form of a tongue-in-cheek, ‘everything must go’ art sale for my art show degree show in 2007, complete with my somewhat satirical but also deadly serious artist autobiography to kill my artist persona, something still lurked. After numerous careers, I received my true calling.
I found my medium, my continuing education: a way to document, understand, and celebrate human connection.
I made my first $10 selling a printmaking piece as part of First Fridays in Oakland in 2014. It meant more to me than everything I earned in investment banking.
Sometime in the intervening decade I made my permanent home in the San Francisco Bay Area, married the guy I met while traveling in the US, and got 2 cats.
People often ask where I’m from. My family is part of the Indian diaspora from Mauritius, where my ancestors arrived in the mid-19th century during the indentured labor era. My parents moved to the UK in the early 70s, and I grew up in St. Albans before heading to London at 18.
My faith has shaped the way I approach this work. I see weddings as a chance to serve people well — to take care of my couples and their families so they can fully enjoy the day together.
This work is sacred, and it is an honor.
Fast
Fast
FACTS
ENNEAGRAM
4w3
MYERS BRIGGS
INTJ
STARSIGN
Gemini
FAVE CUISINE
Mediterranean
COMFORT REWATCH
Midsomer Murders
DREAM WEDDING DESTINATION
Los Angeles, CA
CURRENTLY MAKING MY SPOTIFY UNWRAPPED
Scala & Kolacny Brothers
MOST USED EMOJI
🥰
BURGERS OR TACOS
Burgers
TAKE MY MONEY
Artisanal bakeries
