Erich Saide is an award-winning photographer whose clients come back to him time and time again for his crisp, highly polished imagery. From soft and sensual to edgy and dramatic, his stylized, cleanly executed photos use incredible lighting to capture a diverse range of moods. After more than ten years in the business, Erich’s body of work spans an impressive breadth of styles and industries.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Vancouver, Canada, Erich’s passion led him to study commercial photography at Langara College before embarking on a career in music, fashion, commercial and advertising photography, both locally and abroad.

Clients include NBA star Steve Nash for Steve Nash Sports Club, Louis Van Amstel (Dancing with the Stars and LAblast), Discovery Channel (Property Brothers), HGTV, Dawna Friesen and Sophie Louie of Global National News, Lunchbox Studios (LA), Nickelback, actress Gabrielle Miller, Anna Kosturova Crochet Swimwear, the Felions dance team (CFL), BestBuy, Readers Digest, TV Week, Martha Stewart, Absolute Poker, CMA BC, Devin Townsend, designer Jason Matlo, and actress Serinda Swann, to name a few. His work has also graced the pages of Elle Canada, and is the recipient of the L’Oréal Colour Trophy. Visit his webpage for a complete client list.

The studio is located in Vancouver’s historic Gastown district. Highly motivated, energetic and full of passion for his craft, whether it's in the studio, on location, or by the side of a film set, Erich is happiest when he's creating powerful and dynamic images.

“I thrive on locations work because of the constantly changing variables. Having the ability to adapt quickly and still being able to get that great shot is an exciting, adrenalin pumping experience that I thoroughly enjoy. Shooting panoramas 300-feet up on a mobile crane comes in a close second.

"I love my job. I invite you to surf my website and see the results.”