Carlos Soto, Charlotte NC photographer, in front of the "From Charlotte With Love" mural
Photographer — Charlotte, NC

Carlos Soto

Hi, I'm Carlos. I shoot and direct every session myself — food, weddings, quinceañeras, portraits, and brand work across the Carolinas. This is my range, and it's all me behind the camera.

About

From the kitchen to the camera.

Years standing in front of a stove before I ever stood behind a lens. Today I travel across North and South Carolina telling the story of the people who cook, not just their dishes. If you run a food business in the Carolinas and want someone to tell your story, let's talk.

Food Portraits Weddings Commercial Charlotte, NC · NC/SC
Portfolio

Work, by category.

Pricing

2026 rates — NC/SC.

Flat, launch pricing while the portfolio and reviews build. Rates adjust upward as both grow.

Food & Restaurant — Monthly Content Partner

Basic
$800/mo
First month $697 · 3-month minimum · 1 shoot/mo · 15 edited photos · 2 short-form clips · content for Instagram, menu & delivery apps
Full
$1,500/mo
3-month minimum · weekly content · 45+ edited photos · 6+ short-form clips · reels, menu & ad-ready assets · monthly content plan

Retainer pricing for restaurants that want consistent content. One-time menu shoots available on request.

Portrait Photoshoot

Flat rate: $250/hour minimum — not negotiable below this.

Individual Session
$250
1 hour · 1 location · edited gallery
Extended Session
$450
2 hours · 2 looks or locations
Family / Group Session
$400
1.5 hours · extra edits per person

Commercial Photography

Hourly Rate
$200/hr
2-hour minimum
Full-Day Production
$1,300
8 hours · editing · 5–7 day delivery

Wedding Photography

Basic Coverage
$1,800
4 hours · 1 photographer · edited digital gallery
Full Coverage
$3,600
10 hours · pre-wedding + wedding · optional 2nd shooter

Reference pricing based on current NC/SC market rates — adjusted as real client feedback and production costs come in.

Contact

Let's book your session.

Prefer email or WhatsApp? Reach out directly and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.

Testimonials

What clients say.

★★★★★ 5.0 based on 70 Google reviews See all reviews on Google →
★★★★★

“This was our second time having them take pictures of my daughter, and we couldn't be happier. He and his wife are the sweetest team — so patient, kind, and amazing with kids. The photos came out absolutely beautiful. We truly love working with them!”

Yuneyky Gutierrez Google
★★★★★

“Quiero agradecer profundamente a Carlos y a su increíble equipo por capturar cada momento de nuestra boda de una forma tan mágica. Súper especial, atentos y con una gran visión. Gracias por ponerle tanto amor y dedicación a su trabajo. ¡Nos llevamos recuerdos hermosos para toda la vida! 100% recomendados.”

Naomi Mendez Google
★★★★★

“He is truly amazing — I called in a very short amount of time and my photoshoot was in the early morning. He still showed up with a great attitude and had amazing ideas to capture our memories! Highly recommending booking with him.”

Shank Aljmur Google
★★★★★

“Muy profesional, amable y excelente ambiente, da seguridad y confianza, muy buen trabajo. Gracias por hacer mis fotos de maternidad. 100% recomendado.”

Yaryana Gabriela Google