Athens GA Photographer

The most vibrant photos you've ever seen, with real people just like you.

Heather Larkin is a Georgia portrait photographer

Heather Larkin is an internationally known photographer who specializes in families, newborns, maternity, & seniors. With over 20 years in business, she is known for people-focused images that are colorful, authentic, and uniquely YOU. She has also become renowned for her specialty Fairyography sessions, where young girls & ladies of all ages get to play dress-up and feel magical, beautiful, and confident. Read more about these fairy sessions here

offering a one-of-a-kind fun experience for people of all ages.

"What you do is proof that there is magic in this world.

My daughters still talk about their session with you as one of the best days of their lives. I don't know how you do it but they each think you are their very best friend.

We loved our experience with you so much we traveled across the country to see you again. My fairy pictures of my daughters are true treasures. Not only are they beautiful but they captured the magic of my daughter's childhood."

- Jennifer, Seattle WA

She is a talented artist with an eye for magic!!

"Heather of Fairyography is super talented - she knows just the right thing to say to trigger giggles which = amazing photos! 

- Jennifer, Lewiston ID

We enjoyed every minute spent with her at our session."

"I truly love my album and wouldn't change anything.

It is even more beautiful than I could have anticipated--the weight is unreal for that front cover and the leather is just absolutely perfect with the overall design choices. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. I so wished that I lived in your area and that I could have been in your presence when I saw my album for the first time because you deserve to see the joy, the absolute delight in beholding all of that angst-ing over those pictures come full circle."

- Deanna, Seattle WA

Your photos are more than just unique.

they are part an amazing super fun experience

Hi, I’m Heather, and I don’t only want to provide you with vibrant, personality-filled portraits that you will cherish for decades, but I also want you to have an amazing luxury experience from start to finish. I will walk you through the entire process… choosing outfits, styling your session, selecting the perfect location, and ultimately picking out your final images and creating tangible products that will forever remind you of this time in your life. Time is fleeting, especially with children, and my goal is to capture them as they truly are — no forced smiles, tears, or bribes. As a former pre-school teacher, I have 25+ years experience with kids and can guarantee they’ll enjoy their time with me and we’ll capture real expressions and true joy. 

Did you know that a recent study found that children grow up with a greater self-confidence if they see photos of themselves displayed in their homes? Investing in family portraits and photos of your kids is so important and something that will only increase in value over time. 

Choose your adventure:

Maternity & Newborn

Motherhood is a beautiful experience. Each pregnancy is different, and each new baby has its own personality.

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Families

Seniors

Fairyography

Authentic photos that show your real family. Effortless posing, stress-free portraits.

Dress-up photos to celebrate this age where everything is still magical. She’s only this little.. once upon a time.

Graduation photos for this special moment of your life that show who you really are right now.

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Hi, I'm Heather

Let me show you the color I see in your life.

If you’re in the Athens, Georgia area, you’ve probably spotted me behind the lens at the Botanical Gardens, UGA’s campus,  the Founder's Garden, you name it. I’m a 6-foot redhead, so it’s truly impossible to miss me. If I’m being silly or frolicking around like a maniac, it’s because I pride myself in creating FUN experiences for the kids in front of my camera. I’ve been working with children for over 25 years, so I speak their language fluently. 

I’m also a fur-mom of 2 blind cats, love gardening, & enjoy waking up at the crack of dawn on dewy mornings to capture macro photos of tiny creatures.

While I adore my hometown of Athens, I love that I get to frequently travel & speak at photography conferences around the country. I'm a SIGMA America Ambassador, an Imagen Ambassador, a Nanlite Ambassador, and a Fundy Storyteller. 

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The Heather Larkin Experience

1. Pre-session Prep

You and I will chat about what you have in mind for the session, this is about what you want to show  and how you want to feel in your photos. Don't worry if you don't have any ideas, I have plenty for both of us!

2. Session Day

You'll enjoy a stroll through the local gardens or a casual session in my studio for your photos while I work my magic. I was a pre-school teacher before this, so I have 25 years of experience making kids excited about what we're doing. You'll come and leave feeling stress-free, no matter what kind of session you're having. 

3. The Reveal

You'll come to the studio for the reveal of your images. See them all large on my studio TV screen and get my professional recommendations about which ones will go well together. You'll see a pre-design of an album so that you can know what your story will look like laid out, no guesswork needed!

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We are a luxury portrait studio based in Athens, GA specializing in creating unique and vibrant images that capture the best of maternity, newborn, family, senior and Fairyography clients.

Our studio is located at:
235 Great Oak Dr
Athens, GA 30605
235 Great Oak Dr, Athens, GA 30605
 706-338-4414
HEATHER@HEATHERLARKINPHOTO.COM