Erik R. Soto Photography

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Erik R. Soto Photography Receives 2015 Best of Torrance Award

Torrance Award Program Honors the Achievement

TORRANCE July 16, 2015 -- Erik R. Soto Photography has been selected for the 2015 Best of Torrance Award in the Photographers category by the Torrance Award Program.

Each year, the Torrance Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Torrance area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2015 Torrance Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Torrance Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Torrance Award Program

The Torrance Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Torrance area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.

The Torrance Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community's contributions to the U.S. economy.

Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) Couple's Portrait Special

In honor of the valuable dedication and time that Mormon Missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS Church) dedicate to various causes we are offering a special four part Portrait Program. Mormon missionaries are dedicated to fulfill either a full- or part-time mission depending on the assignment and location which could be anywhere worldwide. This is a very devout and honorable cause with great efforts and sacrifices for the missionary, their family and significant others. In awareness of their efforts and sacrifices we have created a program at a discount to provide memorable and lasting photographic memories for them, their significant others and families.

The Missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS Church) Portrait Photography Special is composed of the following:

Four (4) individual 20 minute Scenic South Bay Sessions
Standard Resolution Digital Download of each Session

All this is for only $250!! This is a saving of many hundreds if purchased as individual portrait sessions.

This portrait special is great for family memories, gifts for loved ones, great for use before, after and returning from a mission, and great for girlfriends or significant others.

If you would like more information about this special or to make a purchase please click here.

Here are some samples of photographs that represent the type of imagery provided with this photography special and loved by the clients.

Friday, May 1, 2015

Montes Photography Session and Classical Musician Photography

Recently I had the pleasure to photograph one of my friends (Ricardo Montes) and his family from way back in High School. Unfortunately after high school we lost touch with each other. Thanks to Facebook we reconnected in the last year. I discovered that he was married to a beautiful and sweet lady (Sandra) and has two amazing kids. Ricardo and Sandra booked me for two back to back days of photography for his personal family session (nuclear family) and his extended family session with his brother, parents, grandmother and aunt. We had an amazing time shooting all across San Diego including various locations along the water front from Chula Vista to Point Loma to Ocean Beach. It was amazing.

One of the things that stood out as very important was that Ricardo wanted to capture some incredible imagery of his son who is classical violinist. I had seen a couple of snap shots of him on Facebook but I knew we could take the imagery much further. I wanted something scenic and grandiose that any professional classical musician (or any other musician) would be envious to have for their portfolio or album covers. I had certain imagery come to mind which I suggested to Ricardo and it worked out perfectly. One of my favorite movies is the true epic drama Lawrence Of Arabia. Now most people wouldn't think that one could capture a scenic shot of that caliber in San Diego without leaving to the desert but I did. I knew exactly what I wanted and I got it. Its just one of those ways my brain works and making my thought pattern very visual, creative and detailed by utilizing small spaces or large scenic views. It is the last image featured in this brief showing of my favorite images that I captured of his son.

Later there will be perhaps more images to show here as well as on Facebook when Ricardo & Sandra can figure out which of their over 100 favorite images from their session they have to narrow down. Yes that happens quite frequently. I turn out an extremely high number of amazing and great shots for my clients. As a result it takes them quite some time to pick out there all time favorites from their favorites but then I also help guide them through the process too.

Thank you again Ricardo for this wonderful opportunity to reconnect with you and your family. It was truly my pleasure and I look forward to continuing our friendship and connection with your family. It was one of my most rewarding experiences in my photography career to this day. I look forward to creating an album cover to feature your sons musical talent in the future!

Please enjoy these wonderful shots of an aspiring and talented classical violinist on the coastline of San Diego at sunset.

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Mandi & Mario's Engagment Session & Wedding Photography

Recently I have had the pleasure to meet Mandi and Mario. We met because Mandi was looking for a great wedding photographer for her day but also for a reasonable package. It ends up we all hit it off very well and she selected me as her Wedding Photographer. Mandi loved my photos and also booked an engagement session to go with her wedding package.

We all took our time to review different locations but decided to something with a non coastal look for her engagement session because we are going to host her wedding and bridal photos up in Palos Verdes. I expect that we should get some great coastal scenic shots that day. So as a result we went for the Mountain look for her session to keep things creative and different. Its how I work so everything isn't canned and its more fun in the approach. They both did great and their portraits turned out fantastic. It made it easy because we all shared fun and laughs through the entire session. Its about having a great time and the photos just along naturally with it.

Please enjoy some favorite samples from the shoot!!

Erik R. Soto Photography
21143 Hawthorne Blvd. #346
Torrance CA 90503
Phone (310) 594- 7974
http://www.eriksoto.com
http://erikrsotophotography.blogspot.com

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Erik R Soto Photography Receives 2014 Best Businesses of Torrance Award

Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Erik R Soto Photography Receives 2014 Best Businesses of Torrance Award
Torrance Award Program Honors the Achievement
Torrance, December 16, 2014 — Erik R Soto Photography has been selected for the 2014 Best Businesses of Torrance Award in the Photographers category by the Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program.
Each year, the Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Torrance area a great place to live, work and play.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2014 Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program and data provided by third parties.
About the Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program
The Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Torrance area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.
The Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community’s contributions to the U.S. economy.
SOURCE: Best Businesses of Torrance Award Program

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Kristina & Oscar's Maternity Session

Recently I had the pleasure to meet & photograph Kristina and Oscar for her Maternity Session. When Oscar called to inquire about our services we spent a little time together talking about options and what locations were best for them. They definitely wanted to something on location and gorgeous. Something to take it outside of the norm. Kristina had missed the opportunity with her first pregnancy so I wanted to make sure she had a fabulous experience and wonderful adventure. I planned it out for location that would yield gorgeous shots, be easy for her to locate and provide plenty of support for her personal comfort and just in case medical support because she was extremely close to her birth date. As she said I am due any day.... Yeah that got a fire lit in my skull about doing everything to the best level for her comfort, happiness, and safety. We nailed it and she loved them! In Kristina's words: They are gorgeous and I love them! Everyone loves the pictures!

I am proud to have made her happy, made some new friends and created a lifetime of wonderful images and memories for her.

Here are some of favorites:

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Erik R. Soto Photography Receives 2014 Best of Torrance Award

Torrance Award Program Honors the Achievement

TORRANCE June 12, 2014 -- Erik R. Soto Photography has been selected for the 2014 Best of Torrance Award in the Photographers category by the Torrance Award Program.
Each year, the Torrance Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Torrance area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2014 Torrance Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Torrance Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Torrance Award Program