Elopements · Portraits · Adventures · Weddings
Wedding photography in Patagonia, Atacama, and everywhere else, with the raw beauty of nature in the background.
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Patagonia, the Atacama desert, Easter Island (Rapa Nui) and everywhere your love wants to go.
200+ couples photographed · Since 2009 · Chile & France
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Experiences
Intimate ceremonies in extraordinary locations. From volcanic sunrises in the Atacama to windswept vows in Torres del Paine. Park access, weather contingencies, timelines and drone permits are all arranged for you.
A real experience and a beautiful souvenir of your celebration of love. I follow you wherever you want to live your ceremony.
No time for a full day? Grab an hour in your favourite Santiago neighbourhood. Urban backdrops, golden light, photos that feel like you.
A group portrait of all your family members. They all matter, and they all deserve a real souvenir of your tribe.
Your story told truthfully, not polished into oblivion. More than 200 couples photographed since 2009.
Every elopement in a natural site shares revenue with Atacameño, Mapuche and Rapa Nui communities, supporting indigenous-led tourism.
Full logistical support included. You breathe, I handle the rest.
Kind words
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!
Awesome! Thank you so much!! And I must tell you, I 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!
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.
About
I'm a French adventurer photographer & nomad 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.
I have a great experience of wedding and elopement photography and filmmaking. Since 2009 I have been shaping the images of couples, each more incredible than the last, and I look forward to meeting you to discover your story. Based between Santiago de Chile and France, I follow the summer seasons.
My approach is inspired by old films: marked grain, imperfect vintage tones, the blacks and shadows of an image that is at once romantic, dramatic and dark. A cinematic atmosphere, without losing the warmth of the moments shared with your guests.
Maël
Featured in Zankyou · Rockmywed · Les Others · LooksLike Film · Femme Actuelle · Wedbook — Zankyou Wedding Awards 2017, 2018 & 2019. Also working with UN Women.
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It's time to create something beautiful and unique. Leave your doubts, fears and inhibitions. Let's start the adventure.
Contact
Shape your day in a few choices, add a word about your story, and I'll come back to you within 48 hours with a tailored proposal.
Thank you
I read every message personally and will reply within 48 hours. Meanwhile, come and say hi on Instagram.
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Photographs from Patagonia, Iceland, the Atacama, Cuba and beyond, printed and framed to order. Six sizes from 20×30 to 90×60 cm, seven frame finishes.
Destinations
Tap a spot to discover where I photograph and film elopements, weddings and adventures, and the places I love to shoot in each of them.
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