Elopements • Portraits • Adventures • wedding
A Photographic Journey Into the Wild
Wedding photography in Patagonia, Atacama, and everywhere else. The one who captures your couple like never before—with the raw beauty of nature in the background.
Available in Patagonia • Atacama desert • Easter Island (Rapa Nui) • Worldwide
Hi!
I'm Maël!
I'm a French adventurer photographer & nomade worker and I capture the raw essence of your love across sacred landscapes — from Atacama's volcanic summits to Patagonia's windswept peaks. Every frame tells the truth of who you are, together.
Tell Your Story
I have a great experience of wedding and elopement photography and filmmaking. Since 2009 I am shaping the images of couples more incredible than each other and I look forward to meeting you to discover your story.
Maël
Why Choose Wild Soul Valley?
Three reasons couples trust me to capture their love and support local communities.
Authenticity Over Perfection
I photograph real skin, real laughter, real pauses. Your story is told truthfully, not polished into oblivion.
✓ 200+ couples photographed ✓ Your real moments, preserved
Cultural Reciprocity & Local Impact
Every sacred-site elopement includes direct revenue share with Atacameño, Mapuche, and Rapa Nui communities. When you choose Wild Soul Valley, you're investing in local land stewardship and supporting indigenous-led tourism.
✓ Partnerships with Casa Duna, Mahu Enuha ✓ Supporting indigenous communities
Logistics — You Focus on Love
Park access, weather contingencies, custom timelines, drone permits — all pre-arranged. You breathe. I handle the rest.
✓ 98% client satisfaction ✓ Full logistical support included
Choose Your Experience
The Tribe
Family session.
Let’s take a group shot of all your family members. They are all important and deserve a real souvenir of your Tribut.
Book Now (Santiago)
Minimony
Quick Portraits in Santiago
No time for a full day? Grab an hour in your favorite Santiago neighborhood. Urban backdrops, golden light, 50+ photos that feel like you.
What You Get: ✓ 1–1.5 hours on location ✓ 50–80 edited images ✓ Single locations ✓ Fast turnaround (1 week)
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Adventure session
Exclusive Elopements in Sacred Spaces
Intimate ceremonies in extraordinary locations. From volcanic sunrises in the Atacama to windswept vows in Torres del Paine.
What You Get: ✓ 10–14 hours of coverage ✓ Drone footage + cinematic video (2–5 min) ✓ 250–300+ edited images ✓ Custom Lightroom preset
Explore the adventure session
Wedding collection
To live a real experience and keep a beautiful souvenir of your celebration of love. Traditional wedding, minimony or intimate ceremony, I follow you in an incredible place where you want to live your little ceremony to take pictures of this event.
This set contains a minimum of 500 digital photographs, presented on a web gallery for you and your guests.
You will also receive your Flash bay with all the photos processed as well as prints in a nice box made to measure by a designer.
Explore the details
Wedding collection
To live a real experience and keep a beautiful souvenir of your celebration of love. Traditional wedding, minimony or intimate ceremony, I follow you in an incredible place where you want to live your little ceremony to take pictures of this event.
This set contains a minimum of 500 digital photographs, presented on a web gallery for you and your guests.
You will also receive your Flash bay with all the photos processed as well as prints in a nice box made to measure by a designer.
Explore the details
Exclusive Elopements in Sacred Spaces
Intimate ceremonies in extraordinary locations. From volcanic sunrises in the Atacama to windswept vows in Torres del Paine.
What You Get: ✓ 10–14 hours of coverage ✓ Drone footage ✓ 250–300+ edited images + cinematic video (2–5 min)
Explore the adventure session
Adventure session
Minimony
Quick Portraits in Santiago
No time for a full day? Grab an hour in your favorite Santiago neighborhood. Urban backdrops, golden light, 50+ photos that feel like you.
What You Get: ✓ 1–1.5 hours on location ✓ 50–80 edited images ✓ Single ✓ Fast turnaround (1 week)
Book Now (Santiago)
FEATURED PARTNERSHIPS & AUTHORITY
Trusted by Local Communities & Organizations
I partner with indigenous-led organizations and local authorities to ensure every project supports the communities I photograph in.
Through partnerships with Mahu, Enuha, Casa Duna, and local park authorities, every elopement I photograph includes direct support for Atacameño, Mapuche, and Rapa Nui communities. Your celebration contributes to land stewardship and indigenous-led tourism initiatives.
Ready to Tell Your Story?
Whether you're planning an elopement across continents or a couple session in your hometown, let's talk. I offer a free 30-minute consultation — no pressure, just honest conversation about your vision, timeline, and what matters most.
What People Are Saying
"Mael was fantastic! He took incredible photos of our wedding. He captured both the atmosphere of the event and people's emotions in a very personal way. Mael and his colleague Alison put us at ease during the day, they were really easy going and helpful. Mael's preparation and follow-up were great, very professional. I would highly recommend Mael!"
PAMELA & JÉRÔME“Awesome! Thank you so much!! And I must tell you -l just received your present and it is SO nice! The mini champagne, the macarons and the lovely pictures!!! Oh my goodness we are so happy that you were our wedding photographer - we feel so lucky! You are so talented and so nice! We hope to see you again some day soon - somewhere in the world!
Thank you so much again!"
HELEN & CHRIS"We have recently shown all of your photographs to friends and family and cannot stop looking at them ourselves - we wanted to thank you for your excellent work and capturing our day so perfectly! We absolutely love the book that you have produced and have had requests from family members about getting one for themselves."
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Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQ - Wild Soul Valley
I operate between Chile and France, capturing love stories across iconic landscapes—from Atacama's infinite horizons to the rugged beauty of Patagonia, and intimate moments in Santiago.
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Travel costs depend on your destination and session type. I'll provide a transparent breakdown including logistics, accommodation, and on-site coordination. Get a custom quote
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Absolutely. Whether you're planning an elopement in Torres del Paine, a couple shoot in the Atacama, or a portrait session in Santiago—I travel to you. Let's discuss your vision.
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You work directly with me, Mael. For larger productions, I collaborate with trusted local guides and specialists to ensure every moment is captured authentically.
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I'll send you a detailed preparation guide covering: location logistics, what to bring, timing, outfit inspiration, and how to make the most of your shoot. Preparation = magic moments.
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I'd love to hear from you. Reach out via WhatsApp, email, or my contact form—let's create something wild together.
Get in Touch · [WhatsApp](+56 9 3329 6497) · hello@wildsoulvalley.com