THE LA VIP SESSION | Los Angeles | August 8, 2026

THE LOCATION: Los Angeles. We are taking over a daylight studio to strip fashion photography back to its roots. This is not a classroom—it is a live editorial workspace designed for experimentation.

THE CONCEPT Old World x New Wave. We are blending the romanticism of the past with the modern energy of the West Coast. You will work alongside Emily Soto to capture agency models against curated textures, utilizing the iconic California natural light to push instant film, medium format, and mixed media video to their limits.

THE ITINERARY

• SHOOT: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• LEARN: Rotation through Digital, Film, and Creative stations.

• ACCESS: Hands-on time with Emily's curated selection of cameras, vintage camcorders, and lighting setups.

• REVIEW: Includes a Day 2 Virtual Session for portfolio review and Q&A (scheduled post-workshop).

THE VIP SESSION (Limited Availability)

• Everything in Standard, PLUS:

• 1-on-1 Mentorship: A private, 60-minute Zoom call with Emily Soto (scheduled at your convenience after the workshop).

• Deep Dive: A dedicated personal portfolio review and career strategy session tailored specifically to your goals.

LOGISTICS

LOGISTICS

• Transit: Subway, Uber or Train

• Included: Catered lunch, coffee, and all film stock/materials.

• Travel: Email studio@emilysoto.com for our curated hotel list.

BOOKING TERMS Strictly Limited Availability.

• Refunds: Workshop fees and deposits are non-refundable.

• Gear Note: While we aim to provide a wide range of analog tools, specific film availability and camera formats (including large format/Polaroid) are subject to change based on supply and logistics.