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Erik R. Soto Photography



I am a Los Angeles (Torrance/Whittier) and San Diego California photographer. I specialize in wedding, event, portrait, headshot and commercial photography. I have a deep passion for photography.

My love of photography started at early on in my life. With my love of magazines, books and other imagery that captured my eye and my soul.

After a devastating car accident in 2004, my life took a new road. I faced two back surgeries as a result. Soon I realized I wanted to find something that would still keep me alive. So I enrolled in a local photography course. I didn’t know what would happen to me after my surgeries but what I did know was at least I could always take photos. Within days into the course I knew this was something that inspired me. I realized this was my calling. I spent countless hours pouring over books, magazines, any thing photography related. I took thousands of photos and hundreds of rolls of film. I ate, slept and lived to take photos. I knew then this was what I was supposed to be doing.

Today, Erik R. Soto Photography is well known throughout Torrance, California and surrounding areas of Ca. I serve Los Angeles, Orange, Inland Empire and San Diego counties. When you book me as your photographer, you can rest assured in knowing that I will "personally" be the only one taking your portraits. My goal is to provide you with the best and most personal service possible, making you feel like you are my only customer. I will try to make your portrait experience relaxing and enjoyable, so that you will have fun. To me, every photography experience is new and unique in its own way, keeping me excited about what I am doing!

Thank you for your interest in Erik R. Soto Photography.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Trash The Dress
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs

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

Add'l Hours
Custom Graphics
Engagement Shoot
Hand-Coloring
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Trash The Dress
Albums
Digital Files
Negatives
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Erik R. Soto Photography

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M Sent on 10/11/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Erik and his company are fantastic service providers. Their photos are truly amazing!! They have gone far out of the responsibilities for a photography company and really saved the day and much more for us. They are amazing at turn around for all our stuff. We got sooo many photographs its unbelievable. After I met with them to make our photo choices they were able to turn out our stuff really fast and with great quality. We just needed to make a follow up appointment to pick up our stuff. It was easy. They are sooo nice they and go out of their way to help you out from the day you first meet with them. They really make sure you have a wonderful experience. I totally disagree with JP & TJ and Love Bug. Erik treated us so well. He is really a good example of the Golden Rule. Everything turned out fantastic and really quick too. Its such an easy process and the photos are amazing. Thank you Erik for giving us such wonderful memories!!
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Marlene Sent on 10/29/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Gorgeous pictures, very proffesional, and friendly, We really enjoy it to work with Erik and Kristine.
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Ashton Sent on 02/22/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Erik did my wedding. He is really good at reportage and posing shots - can't really ask for more! Prices are very good in comparison to most established companies out there. Have been to a few commercial events and have seen the same photographer photographing them. He seems to get around a lot and knows a lot of people. Have also seen stuff in press taken by them. Would recommend for weddings. Great work, fair price and easy to get along with.
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Lisa Sent on 02/22/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Erik R. Soto Wedding Photography were our wedding photographers in September, they took some truly amazing photos. Always going the extra mile to ensure that our guests had any photos taken that they required as well as creating us a spectacular array of colour and black and white photos. They were recommended to us by a good friend and I would be more than happy to recommend them to anyone.
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Janelle Sent on 02/22/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Fabulous photos. I am so happy for the work Erik R. Soto Photography did. Thank you so much for all your hard work. The day was horrible but you managed to pull through! My husband was sick with the flu but you never showed it. Great job. The book was cute and the prints are so perfect my family loved them!

I have recommended them to all of my friends and family. best part of the whole thing was how nice and caring they were through this experience.
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Christina Sent on 11/20/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Photography is indeed one of the most essential elements to keep wedding memories alive for generations to come. Erik and Kristine's candidness help even the most tensed family member ease up for the camera. They were able to capture the ambiance, emotion and smiles of the occasion. Yet, in almost every transaction, there may be some setbacks and delays but, nonetheless, its the final outcome that is most important. We have beautiful pictures that warms our hearts everytime we see it and that is what matters.
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Kathy Sent on 06/27/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Erik and Kristine was a dream to work with. Very happy with the service, quality, and the amount of photos taken. We are using Erik again for family photos.
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Stephanie Sent on 05/09/2008
5 out of 5 rating
"Victor & I wanted to thank you for doing such a wonderful job on our wedding album. It really came out beautiful. We had such a wonderful experience and we are so happy that our friends referred the two of you to us. We know will see you again at our friend's wedding next year."
Thank you again for everything,
Stephanie and Victor

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Tammy Sent on 05/08/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Not only is his photography beautiful, he is the best photographer I have ever worked with. He brings life to his pictures, and he embraces the essence of his customers.
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Amy Sent on 06/25/2008
4.8 out of 5 rating
We were impressed with Erik from the moment we met him. I don't think I have ever met someone who is as thorough as Erik is. Any questions or concerns we had were answered quickly with great reassurance . He is a exceptioal photographer that I would reccomend to anyone that needed a special event photographed. We were elated when we received our wedding photos. We have some of the most beautiful pictures! We are 100% satisfied with Erik Soto!!
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Awards

15
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
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The Flower Lab The Flower Lab Wedding Florists

Very professional and easy to work with. We highly recommend Erik R. Soto photography for beautiful photographs at affordable prices.

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Erik R. Soto Photography frequently asked questions

Erik R. Soto Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Trash The Dress
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Erik R. Soto Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Custom Graphics
  • Engagement Shoot
  • Hand-Coloring
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Trash The Dress
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Erik R. Soto Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Erik R. Soto Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
Erik R. Soto Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Erik R. Soto Photography is recommended by 82% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.1 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.2 in value, 4.1 in quality of service, 4.1 in professionalism, 4 in average response time and 4 in flexibility.

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