she can remember. Whether it be crayola doodles
courtney larson
Storyteller, Documentarian, Boss-lady, Creme Brulee lover, Googling Expert + Golden Girl
ABOUT
c
ourtney has always been telling stories, ever since
painting on a canvas, traveling the country with fellow actors, running her own jewelry business, or living abroad, she has been sharing the narratives of her life and of those around her. As a devoted artist and on the adventure of life that is motherhood, photography has become her medium of choice…and the rest is history.
Somewhere we know that without silence, words lose their meaning.
Without listening, speaking no longer heals.
Without distance, closeness cannot cure.
HENRI J.M. NOUWEN
+ I am ranked as one of the top 10 wedding photographers in North America.
+ I have pumped my own gas just a handful of times (once a Jersey girl, always a Jersey girl.)
+ After working at Starbucks for seven years, I believe I have created the most high-maintenance drink. Thankfully, this is the only place my inner diva comes out.
+ I am the Director of Click Pro, an association of professional photographers. Learn more about our mission.
+ I teach an online photojournalism course called Visual Rhetoric and can be heard at several large photography conferences throughout the year. Attend my class at Click Away!
+ Are you a photographer?
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time we ever met. He is spontaneous and creates
"If it is half as good as the half we've known, then here's a "hail" to the rest of the road." -Vanhauken
BEST FRIEND
H
e told me he was going to marry me the second
adventure everywhere he walks. He feels deeply and forgives completely. When he proposed, I responded swiftly with "It would be my greatest honor." Not a day goes by when I don't feel completely blessed to be his wife, friend, confidant, spiritual warrior, and secret keeper.
+ Britain the Great
+ The Adventures of Davy
+ When the Story Ends
ERIC GINGER
the
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him for the first time. On one hand, I was just
He wants to start a non-profit to save cats, goes through books like water, and
he calls me his best friend.
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called him my Common Stranger after holding
getting to know him, as I studied each little part of him. But, then my soul connected so deeply to him that it was as if I had always known him. He lines his cars up in a row and gives out 'I love you's at just the right time.
the
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and was born backwards. She has continued her
Raising a world-changer or growing my patience. Hopefully both.
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he arrived just 13 (too short) months after her brother
journey of doing things her way and in her own time ever since. She has kept up with her brothers every move and then some. She will yell louder, run farther, or sleep harder than everyone around her. She is strong and likes to speak her mind...and I am doing my best to remind myself that is a very good thing.
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ADVENTURES DAVY
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joined all the chaos in 2015 after being 6 days late.
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tory is our last little one, a sweet and sassy girl. She
That may not interest the majority of you, but for anyone that has had the joy of being overdue... well, you get it. When Story Mae was born, Britain lovingly referred to her only as "my baby" and summarized just how deeply we all feel for her.
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STORY mae
Our Final Chapter. She has completed us all in ways we never even knew.
+ Britain the Great
+ The Adventures of Davy
+ When the Story Ends
+ Eric the Ginger
+ Meet Courtney
HONEST MOMENTS
Moments aren't meant to be directed. You don't need to be told where to put on your shoes, how someone else's tradition dictates who helps you in your dress, or how you should react to your story unfolding.
It's not just about moments though, but documenting authentic moments that are as diverse as the wedding stories I document. They're shy, emotional, chaotic, calm, a little buzzed, and definitely worth remembering.
Your story will be filled with the people and memories that make YOU unique-- and there is no reason to fake that!
Honest Moments
MY PHILOSOPHY
Killer Portraits
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Click on one to see how I blend a photojournalistic approach into fine art storytelling.
KILLER
PORTRAITS
Seal your wedding's fate as the most kickass love story.
wedding party are not left wondering if you look okay. I believe having well-executed portraits,
W
hen it comes to portraits, I take more of a director position so that you, your spouse, and your
ones that WOW your friends and family, is just as important as the candid moments. Time and time again, the candid images tell the story, but the portraits are the images we hang on our walls. My style is always looking to push the envelope and create something new...a killer portrait... and I LOVE thinking outside the box. It's not unusual for me to say "Okay, I want you guys to do XYZ and just trust me on this."
THE BEST MOMENTS
are honest ones.
Press Praise
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2010
2011
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2022
Top 10 Wedding Photographers in North America
Purchased my first DSLR, a Canon 60D and Canon 50mm 1.8 lens.
Documented my first birth story.
Created Inloveness Birth Photography.
The Birth of Cade was published in an issue of Click Magazine.
Taught a Birth Photography class at Click Away Conference.
Wrote the book, Finding Freedom in Chaos: The Art of on-location Storytelling
Became Inloveness Photography
Finalist in Shoot + Share Competition
Two finalist images in Voice Competition.
Named Click Pro of the Month.
Photographed my first wedding.
Two images placed in the Voice Competition.
Named one of the top 100 photographers to follow.
Co-wrote one of the most successful ebooks ever, Light Seekers.
6-page story in Click Magazine.
Won a Fearless Award.
Teach an online class called Visual Rhetoric: Becoming a better storyteller.
A finalist in the Voice Competition
One year partnership with Canon USA.
Full-page back cover ad, a partnership with Canon.
Teach at Click Away Conference on Wedding Photojournalism.
Won a This is Reportage Award
Become the Director of Click Pro
Three images win Masters of Wedding Photography award
Traveled to: San Diego, San Jose, Chicago, NYC, San Francisco, Nashville
Instructor at Click Away
Released a Photography Course, Rule-Breaker
2019
Nominated 30 Rising Stars, Rangefinder Magazine
TOP 10 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS IN NORTH AMERICA
WON 3 MASTERS AWARDS
Won an AG Award
Won a Fearless Award
2020
Won a Fearless Award
Top 10 Wedding Photographers in North America
Won 8 Masters Awards
Nominated 30 Rising Stars, Rangefinder Magazine
Top 10 in USA, This is Reportage
Instructor at Click Away at Home
2021
Won a Fearless Award
Top 10 Wedding Photographers in North America
Won 4 Masters Awards
Instructor at Click Away at Home
manny + KENDRA
"Courtney presented our story so richly, with emotional integrity and beautiful nuance. She has a way of catching the heart of the moment, the transient external gestures expressive of the otherwise invisible, quiet, inner monologue. She sees detail, she sees the spirit, she sees beauty and life. Her photos are powerful statements that honestly speak of who we are and how we love."
molly + DAniel
"Courtney was better than just a photographer for me. She was always willing to answer any questions and helped me during my wedding planning. She has such an easy going personality and helped us feel comfortable on our special day. Her professionalism and personality were way above my expectations. Even guests were commenting to me about the great photographer. And then...... The photos......they are so amazing."
julie + tim
"I really can't say enough about how much I loved working with you, your energy and spirit is so warm and positive and your directing style is so relaxed yet serious and in control. And the pictures... Well my heart is melting. Thank you doesn't quite cover it... I never thought I could feel so at ease with a photographer and be so thrilled with the results. You are one of the gifted ones and I'm so grateful we got to share this day and work with you!!!"
Hannah + KEvin
"Courtney was everything I wanted in a wedding photographer and more! Her photojournalistic style was exactly what I was looking for. She traveled to NY and was very easy going when it came to accommodations, planning, etc. We are thrilled with how everything turned out!"
TEVONA + DAVID
"You recognize and capture beauty, love, and strength because you embody them. You're an asset to our tribe. I'm happy to now call you my friend and can't wait for you to document future life events with Dave and I."
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