CARLOS ERIC LOPEZ

T-shirt and jeans, Scout LA
Shoes, Tom Ford
Bracelet, Dior
Dog collar, Louis Vuitton, on Migo

CARLOS ERIC LOPEZ IS A LOS ANGELES BASED FOUNDER, PHOTOGRAPHER, AND ENTREPRENEUR WORKING AT THE INTERSECTION OF ENTERTAINMENT, CULTURE, AND BRAND STORYTELLING. THROUGH CEL STUDIOS, HE BRINGS THAT VISION TO LIFE THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY AND DIRECTION.

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"I worked with him at Teen Vogue because I immediately sensed that he brought so much to our brand and shared the Teen Vogue values of supporting young people. He was so connected to young Hollywood and people there just adored him,” explains [Amy] Astley, who also singled out one of his skills in maintaining such close friendships. “The reason celebrities trust him is he has proven himself trustworthy. Carlos does not gossip, he does not reveal personal information, he does not trade in secrets or negativity, he does not inappropriately share. He is not using other people to benefit himself."

"I worked with him at Teen Vogue because I immediately sensed that he brought so much to our brand and shared the Teen Vogue values of supporting young people. He was so connected to young Hollywood and people there just adored him,” explains [Amy] Astley, who also singled out one of his skills in maintaining such close friendships. “The reason celebrities trust him is he has proven himself trustworthy. Carlos does not gossip, he does not reveal personal information, he does not trade in secrets or negativity, he does not inappropriately share. He is not using other people to benefit himself."

Sleeveless silk top, Campillo
Amapola brooch by Elsa Peretti, Tiffany & Co.

Jacket, trousers, and shirt, Tom Ford
Rings, Daniella Villegas and Daniella Bustos Maya

Jacket, trousers, and shirt, Tom Ford
Rings, Daniella Villegas and Daniella Bustos Maya

Shirt and trousers, Tom Ford

Shirt and trousers, Tom Ford

He is the founder of Cura Lita, a sparkling agua fresca brand inspired by his grandmother Lita and rooted in Latin American heritage, AND TÚTOMORROW, A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT INVESTING IN THE NEXT GENERATION OF LATINO LEADERS.


Carlos is also the creator of the Día de Muertos Gala, now in its 6th year, a defining cultural platform that brings together leaders across entertainment, fashion, sports, and philanthropy to celebrate Latino artistry and legacy.

He is the founder of Cura Lita, a sparkling agua fresca brand inspired by his grandmother Lita and rooted in Latin American heritage, AND TÚTOMORROW, A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT INVESTING IN THE NEXT GENERATION OF LATINO LEADERS.


Carlos is also the creator of the Día de Muertos Gala, now in its 6th year, a defining cultural platform that brings together leaders across entertainment, fashion, sports, and philanthropy to celebrate Latino artistry and legacy.

"Access is one thing. What you do with it is everything."

"Access is one thing. What you do with it is everything."

Carlos Eric Lopez

Carlos Eric Lopez

T-shirt and jeans, Scout LA
Shoes, Tom Ford
Bracelet, Dior

Vest and trousers, Giorgio Armani

"I am interested in creating experiences that bring people together and give culture a place to be seen at its highest level."

"I am interested in creating experiences that bring people together and give culture a place to be seen at its highest level."

Through photography and cultural programming, he collaborates with global brands and organizations to create meaningful storytelling and community driven experiences.


Lopez serves as a cultural ambassador for Tequila Don Julio and sits on the LA28 Olympic Games Latino Advisory Board and the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Latino Advisory Board.

Through photography and cultural programming, he collaborates with global brands and organizations to create meaningful storytelling and community driven experiences.


Lopez serves as a cultural ambassador for Tequila Don Julio and sits on the LA28 Olympic Games Latino Advisory Board and the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Latino Advisory Board.

"I’ve always been drawn to the rooms where something is about to happen."

"I’ve always been drawn to the rooms where something is about to happen."

JACKET & TROUSERS, WILLY CHAVARRIA

Shoes, Converse

DRINK, CURA LITA

Lace bodysuit, Dolce & Gabbana
Vest and trousers, Dolce & Gabbana

TEAM

Management

Michael Baum,

Impression Entertainment

Jill Littman,

Impression Entertainment

AGENCY

Toby Borg,

CAA

Yesenia Martinez,

CAA

Rob Kennealy,

CAA

Alixandra Haley,

CAA

NONPROFIT / TÚTOMORROW

Olivia Brooks,

CAA Foundation