"No gimmicky photography, just pure class"
- LizAnderson, Mother of the bride
Founder & CEO,
"WEDDING ART IS MY creative obsession"
Hi, I’m Gaia Elara Soleil.
(the earth)
(the moon)
(the sun)
rooted in emotion
I am so passionate about capturing the Wabi-Sabi of Weddings, where
unguarded beauty & timeless nostalgia whisper together under a spell of love!
destination weddings have my heart
My passion to photograph destination weddings is fuelled by a deep love for love, travel, wandering romance, vintage nostalgia, old-school love & dreamy fairytales.
There’s an ethereal beauty in faraway vows, where time seems to slow, and love feels limitless.
I share my life with my two Australian Labradoodles—
Meekonose (Mykonos) and Capri Du-Paw (Capri, Dubai)—
and my gorgeous husband Warren in London,UK.
Wedding Photography is my passport to the world and my way of celebrating the art of human connection. I have a deep love for the ocean, the moon, and the magic of love. To me, weddings are full of love as deep and endless as the ocean. This is why I love what I do and I truly care about freezing those precious moments for my couples and their loved ones.
My life otherwise is a vibrant Mardi Gras of globe trotting adventures and endless sunsets. When I’m not being a professional third-wheel, you’ll find me in some corner of the world, camera in hand, chasing moonrises, romancing the world.
My travel diaries
UKWHA AWARDS 2025 FINALIST
" BEST INTERNATIONAL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER"
WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS MAGAZINE feb /march 2025 issue
" TOP 10 BEST UK/INTERNATIONAL
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS"
WEZOREE 2024
" TOP 5 PHOTOGRAPHERS IN AMALFI, ITALY"
FAQ
How did you get into wedding photography?
My passion for photography was instilled in me as a child- I grew up in a big joint family where photos and photo albums were a big BIG deal. The adults were big on film photography and freezing every possible moment. We'd have 1000s of albums in our "album-cupboard" in our family home back in India. No moment/memory went missed. We'd capture IT ALL. As the oldest kid of the bunch, maybe it stuck with me the most?
As a teen- I was always that person who'd take all the photos and videos in the friend and family settings. Fun fact- My dad was briefly a wedding photographer back in his days.
It has since then blossomed into a 16-year journey through the luxury travel industry after I moved to the UK. You will now find my work on websites of some of the most exquisite hotels and airlines of the world.
And of course thanks to my gorgeous family- Warren and my dogs, all my muses, I'm inspired everyday to photography beauty and emotions all over the world.
Since 2022, I’ve been blending my love for love & travel as a Destination Wedding Photographer, chasing fairytale frames.
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How do you edit?
When it comes to weddings, I believe the art of post-production is just as important—if not more so—than the photography itself. As a seasoned photo editor, I specialise in refining and elevating every image to its full potential. Whether it's bright and airy fine art aesthetics, or true-to-tone photos, each gallery you see in my portfolio is the result of a carefully curated colour scheme. I design this collaboratively with my couples or craft it entirely on my own when given creative freedom.
I love black and white photos, so I get super giddy when my couples tell me they want more B&W images. But don’t get me wrong—I love creating beautifully colour-graded images that make your heart smile, along with B&W ones that make your heart feel.
Regardless of you choosing either me or an artist from Hause of Soleil, all images will be fully edited personally by myself, individually with intention.
Define your photography style. Fine-art/documentary/editorial?
To define is to limit. I wouldn't put my style into a box – I’m a creative artist, I will tell the story of your wedding day with heart & dreamy-timeless framing.
I adore photographing emotions and have a knack for capturing organic moments that end up looking like a million dollars. I customise my approach for every couple. Through multiple detailed consultation calls and meetings, I collaborate closely with each couple to plan the perfect photography plan, understanding that preferences vary.
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What’s the difference between Gaia Elara Soleil and Hause of Soleil?
Gaia Elara Soleil — it’s me, shooting your love story with my signature style, energy, and hands-on magic.
Hause of Soleil is my in-house creative studio, made up of a handpicked team of talented photographers trained in my aesthetic, direction, and client experience.
They're available for bookings when I'm personally unavailable or if you're working with a different budget.
Rest assured — whether you're booking me or a member of the studio, you're getting that Soleil touch: a seamless, luxe experience from start to finish.
