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About

Photography by Larson is a husband and wife wedding photography team servicing the Tampa, Florida region. This husband and wife team specializes in a contemporary photography style. A talented duo with a passion for both photography and people, Photography by Larson is the experienced company you need to capture the beauty of your Floridian wedding. With so many fun service options, you won't be able to resist.

Experience
Verlyn and Kathleen Larson have been in the wedding photography game since 1986, and average about 40-45 weddings a year. This gives them ample time to attend photography seminars and conferences in between. Verlyn has a BS in Photojournalism from South Dakota State University.

Services Offered
Photography by Larson ensures that you will receive your wedding photos seven to ten days after your wedding; a great offer when you know you just won't be able to wait to see the magic. Other services they offer include:

  • Coffee table style albums
  • 14-16 images emailed to you the day after the wedding
  • Editing and toning
  • Second shooter
  • Liability insurance
  • Additional hours
  • Engagement shoots
  • Online viewing and file downloading
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Multi. Locations
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Photography by Larson

Pat
Pat P. Sent on 05/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding team

My (now) husband and I despise those photos that make you look stiff and posed. Verlyn and Kathleen did "pose" us, but never once did we have that aforementioned feeling. Their easy, relaxed demeanor made picture taking fun. They were unobtrusive in so many ways that we forgot they were even there taking pictures. Thus, all of our photos look almost spontaneous. Verlyn and Kathleen were so attentive to the fine details, were quick to respond to any emails or calls, and worked with us on a package that met our needs and our budget. The turn around time from wedding to receiving our final pictures was super quick and the photos ...... a lot of them made me cry. I feel so blessed to have found this wonderful photography team. They made a wonderful memento of our special day, and I would highly recommend them to all brides.
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Christina Sent on 12/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Dynamic Duo

We called Photography by Larson just a little more than a week before our wedding in April 2020. We weren’t sure the wedding was going to happen because of Covid so we waited to book a photographer. When we called and spoke to Verlyn and Kathleen, they were more than willing to help last minute. On the day of the wedding, they arrived early and were ready to get started. They were professional, friendly and easy to work with. They even stayed a little past our agreed upon end time. We received 25+ preview pictures within 12 hours of the wedding and couldn’t wait for more! We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Photography by Larson!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 12/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

Photography by Larson did a fantastic job on our pictures! We are so thankful to have had their expertise and guidance. Thank you for the amazing memories!
Fred
Fred Sent on 12/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Verlyn Larson photography

Verlyn Larson is a true experienced photographer. I would recommend his services 100%
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Hillie Sent on 12/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

All smiles

It’s difficult to find the perfect photographer for your wedding. It’s twice as difficult to find the perfect photographer when you’re getting married in a different state. I am so thankful that I called Verlyn & Kathy Larson. They were friendly & funny, yet very professional. They were patient and answered all my questions. By the time we we traveled from our western New York home to Sarasota Florida and met the Larson’s face-to-face, I felt like I had known the Larsons for years. I highly recommend this great couple. You won’t be sorry!
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Bethanne Sent on 12/27/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beach Wedding in the rain

It was raining throughout our beach wedding and the pictures turn out fantastic.
Janelle
Janelle Sent on 11/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Verlyn was so fun to work with (:

Our formal ceremony was delayed by hurricane Eta... Anna Maria Island flooded and so afterwards on Friday the 13th, Verlyn came out with all his cool photography tools and with the help of my brother tossing my veil out into the wind on the beach, we got some awesome, dramatic shots! He also photoshopped out some hard-to-get stuff from the pictures, which I didn't expect. It was just a small family gathering due to the pandemic but he got our group shot with all the masks, some emotional ceremony photos and the best part was that I got to download all the photos and not have to choose like a dozen or something. I love that- getting to keep all our memories and go over them. He was a talented, relaxed guy to work with. We had a great time and never felt rushed or pressured; we had fun with it and I'm glad my parents picked him as our photographer. (:
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Paula Sent on 11/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best

Photography by Larson left our daughter's special day with a lifetime of beautiful pictures that we will always treasure. Every attention to detail, every moment captured, every thought put into our special day was flawless. The quality of this couple and their professionalism when we started to run late with our schedule was so appreciateted as they were able to work to make sure every picture was taken without adding tension. That was a gift! They were truly a blessing to our family. Thank you Verlyn and Kathleen!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 11/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The photos were absolutely gorgeous

We did both engagement photos and wedding photos and they were perfect. Everything was sent to us in a timely manner. Kathleen and Verlyn were very professional and helped us make our day perfect.
Lauri
Lauri Sent on 11/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly and Professional!

The Larsons were recommended to me by my caterer and they were amazing. From the first email exchange to the final picture taken at the reception, both Verlyn and Kathleen were friendly, informative, funny, professional, and just so easy to work with. It felt like we were friends from the start. I didn't want to do a ton of posed shots and they totally respected my vision. Our ceremony and reception were at the Mote Marine Aquarium and they knew the best places to take photos, especially the sunset ones. Every shot came out perfectly. I would highly recommend Photography by Larson!
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Awards

94
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
The Waverly Restaurant’s Soirée Room The Waverly Restaurant’s Soirée Room Restaurant Weddings

I have been in the wedding and catering business for a very long time. Photography by Larson has to be the very best photographers I've ever dealt with! Verlyn and Kathleen are so wonderful, but even more importantly is that their photography truly amazes me at each and every event ! They are a 12 on the scale of 1-10 !! They are truly professionals in every way !

A Wedding with Grace A Wedding with Grace Wedding Officiants

It is always a pleasure to work with Photography by Larson...a personable, professional and talented husband and wife team who go the extra mile to ensure that every special moment of a couple's most important day is captured with style, beauty and creativity. A true joy to know and work with!

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Photography by Larson frequently asked questions

Photography by Larson includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
Photography by Larson includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
Photography by Larson offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
Photography by Larson offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
Photography by Larson offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
  • Thank You Cards
Photography by Larson is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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