Top 5 Mr. Larkin, who was born in Semey, Kazakhstan, to a German father and Russian mother, did not professionally pick up a camera until he was 30. At 13, his parents divorced and he moved to Nuremberg, Germany, with his father. Three years later, at 16, he moved to Moscow to live with his mother and at 19, he moved to Milan, where he graduated from Bocconi University with a bachelor’s degree in sociology in 2003. Mr. Larkin then sought opportunities to “do something in media,” as he put it. He spent six years working in press offices for fashion companies including Aeffe, an Italian business that owns Moschino and other labels, before starting to write freelance for publications including Style.com, Russian Tatler, Grazia and Elle Ukraine. Mr. Larkin, who had no formal photography training, said that his approach to the medium was influenced by his background in sociology. “I was really studying society with my lens,” he said, “to capture the rawness of what was happening behind the scenes at very glamorous events.” From the start, he was less interested in taking staged photo ops as he was in seeking out what he described as “real life,” or what was going on “at the tables, on the tables and under the tables.” High-profile nuptials he has since photographed also include the July 2021 wedding of Princess Diana’s niece Lady Kitty Spencer and Michael Lewis, the chairman of the fashion conglomerate Foschini Group; the September 2020 marriage of the model and charity founder Natalia Vodianova and the fashion executive Antoine Arnault; the January 2020 nuptials of Dasha Zhukova, an entrepreneur in the art and magazine worlds, and the shipping heir Stavros Niarchos III; and the July 2019 wedding of Elie Saab Jr., the chief executive of his father Elie Saab’s namesake fashion company, and Christina Mourad.
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German Larkin is not your ordinary wedding photographer; he is an artist first, capturing moments through a lens of sophistication and style. Based worldwide with a particular presence in Milan, Larkin brings the splendor of fashion photography to the world of weddings. Recognized by the Wezoree community, he has been honored with two distinguished awards, a testament to his exceptional talent in the art of photography.
Clients rave about Larkin's unique ability to transform wedding scenes into editorial masterpieces. Leslie Cohen Amon described his work as "strikingly good," noting a particular appreciation for his innovative use of flash—a skill that sets him apart in the realm of wedding photography. His works are more than mere photos; they are a blend of artistry and a deep understanding of visual storytelling.
Alessia Glaviano echoed similar praises, highlighting the "fresh and glamorous" quality of Larkin's photography. Each image he captures brims with joy, beauty, and an air of spontaneity that is rarely matched. It is clear that Larkin embodies a style that seamlessly marries the essence of fashion with the heartfelt nature of nuptial celebrations.
One couple crowned him the 'king of pretty pictures,' an accolade that reflects his incredible skill at photographing subjects in their most flattering light. His photos are not just taken; they are meticulously crafted to exude maximum glamour and leave everyone looking like a star.
Another testament to his prowess comes from a couple who emphasized his fashion-forward approach. Larkin's work transcends the conventional, with each photograph narrating a unique story. His ability to capture meaningful, spontaneous moments without sacrificing elegance makes his portfolio magnetically attractive to those seeking an atypical, yet deeply moving, documentation of their special day.
German Larkin is undeniably a name that carries weight in the wedding photography scene. With images that routinely achieve viral fame, his work leaves an indelible mark on the hearts and memories of couples and guests alike. His photographs are treasures, encapsulating the beauty, excitement, and love of a couple's most precious moments in a manner that only true artistry can achieve.
