Toyo Miyatake Studio

Specialties

If you are looking for a superior studio portrait this is the place! From lighting techniques to elegant posing Alan will find the most complimenting combinations to make your portrait jump off your wall!

History

Established in 1923.

Toyo Miyatake Studio was started by Toyo Miyatake in 1923 in Los Angeles, CA. During WW2, the Miyatake family were incarcerated to Manzanar, CA, a relocation Center for the Japanese Americans. There, Toyo smuggled in a lens and built a camera out of wood.

After WW2, he returned to Los Angeles and resumed his photography studio.

His son Archie, took over the business in the 1960s and eventually move the business to San Gabriel where his son Alan presently runs the studio.

3 generations of high quality portraiture, this studio is known for excellent lighting and retouching. Alan has taken studio portraiture to a new digital era. With the latest technology and the same superior lighting and posing you will see the difference.

Meet the Business Owner

Alan M.

Business Owner

Alan Miyatake, grandson of the original owner Toyo, has been running this operation since 1992. He specializes in studio portraiture, excelling in lighting, posing and retouching. Most of all, he connects with his clients is what makes the difference.