Laia Soler works primarily in Svalbard, spending much of the year outdoors across land, sea and ice, documenting wildlife, glaciers and the shifting light of the Arctic. These environments demand patience, preparation and restraint, and they shape how she approaches her work.

Photography is her primary medium. Her images are informed by extensive time in the field observing animal behaviour, weather patterns, and landscape processes. She is interested not only in how the Arctic appears, but in how it functions, and in how people move through it responsibly.

Alongside photography, Laia undertakes selective private field guiding for small groups. These experiences prioritise safety, ethics, and environmental awareness, and are designed for photographers, videographers, and nature-focused visitors seeking deeper engagement with Arctic landscapes rather than touristic encounters.

She is a certified Arctic Nature Guide, a member of the Norsk Naturguideforbund and a board member of the Svalbard Guide Association. This professional training and network provide a strong foundation in field safety, risk assessment and local conditions, and inform how she operates in polar environments.

Her academic background in biology and biotechnology shapes how she interprets ecosystems, plans fieldwork, and communicates environmental change through photography, writing and guided experiences.

Laia’s field experience extends beyond the Arctic. She has conducted fieldwork in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest, hiked in the Cusco region, and worked on photography and environmental projects across diverse European and Mediterranean environments. These experiences support her ability to adapt to different ecosystems, climates, and logistical contexts, and inform her interest in future expedition-based work in remote regions.

She collaborates with brands, research groups, NGOs, and institutions on projects related to polar environments, wildlife, and environmental storytelling. Her focus is on long-term collaborations grounded in field use, transparency, and sustained engagement.

The Arctic is dynamic, demanding, and unpredictable. Through photography, guiding and science communication, Laia aims to foster curiosity, respect and a clearer understanding of the environments we depend on.