who’s behind the camera and curls?

A bit about me!

Hey, Nath here - a wedding, events, brand and wellness photographer/videographer based between Sunshine Coast and Melbourne, working across Australia and internationally.

From intimate elopements and wellness retreats through to corporate events, festivals and large-scale productions, I capture real moments with a natural, intentional approach.

I’ve had the opportunity to work across major productions and events, with clients and platforms including Paramount Pictures, Channel 7, City of Townsville, Cluden Park and the NQ Licensed Events Centre - delivering premium content across events, tourism, branding and community spaces.

Over time, my work has naturally evolved into personal branding - working with business owners, creatives and facilitators to capture content that actually feels like them.

Not just clean visuals, but the small details - how you move, how you interact, the in-between moments that tell a deeper story.

My journey started early - I picked up a camera around 5 years old. Dad always had one rolling on our adventures around Victoria, so capturing moments has always felt second nature.

Fast forward 20 years - I joined the Australian Army, serving in Infantry. That chapter shaped a lot of who I am today. Discipline, resilience, and learning to operate under pressure - but also came with its challenges, including multiple shoulder injuries and back-to-back surgeries from my time in service.

When it felt right to step away from the uniform, I’d already started building a name for myself in Townsville. Since then, I’ve continued to grow across both Townsville, Sunshine Coast and Melbourne, working with brands, businesses, couples and communities who value authentic, high-quality content.

Alongside events and commercial work, I’ve spent the past few years working closely in the wellness space - capturing women’s retreats in Bali across three consecutive years, alongside facilitators such as Sophie Saba and Nartarsha Bamblett (Queen of Acknowledgements), as well as smaller circles, school programs and community-based experiences.

These environments have deeply influenced the way I shoot - focusing on presence, connection and capturing moments as they actually feel.

Whether it’s a wedding in Melbourne, a corporate event in Sunshine Coast, a retreat in Bali or a brand building its identity - I aim to make the process easy, enjoyable, and true to you.

Now, I capture the beauty in life - the real moments - across Sunshine Coast, Melbourne and beyond.

My Ethos

To inspire and capture the beauty in life.

I spent 5 years in the Army preparing for the worst in life

(hats off to my brothers & sisters still in Uniform).

With my cameras, I now wish to share its beauty.

Why work with me?

Because I don’t just show up with a camera.

I take the time to understand you - how you move, what you value, what actually matters - and capture that in a way that feels natural, not forced.

Whether it’s a brand, a couple or a full-scale event, I bring a calm, intentional approach and a level of care that goes beyond just getting the shot.

You’re not just getting content - you’re getting something that actually feels like you.

My Biggest Challenge

Leaving what I thought was my forever path in the Australian Army.

After 5 years in Infantry (2016-2021), both shoulders required surgery. What I once saw as a setback became the turning point - stepping away from the Army and backing myself to build something of my own.

During recovery, I doubled down on photography - shooting one-handed for artists like Xavier Rudd just days after surgery, and covering multiple events across Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns in a single weekend.

It wasn’t the easy option, but it was the right one.

That chapter built the resilience, work ethic and perspective I now bring into every shoot.

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My Greatest Moment

Just days after leaving the Army, I found myself shooting a festival in Townsville - Neck of the Woods, 2021.

Kim Churchill was one of the acts, and I had the chance to connect with him beyond just the lens - one of those moments where everything slows down and you realise you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.

The night wrapped with us side stage, singing along to Ball Park Music under a full moon, looking out over the crowd.

That was the moment it clicked - this is what I’m meant to be doing.

WILDD.

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My Favourite Sessions

Working within the wellness space - retreats, circles, workshops and community experiences.

I’ve spent the past few years capturing women’s retreats in Bali.

It’s a unique role - part facilitator, part observer, part storyteller.

Capturing the quiet moments, the breakthroughs, the in-between energy that often goes unseen.

I watch people walk in one way, and leave completely different.

Every time - it changes me too.

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Contact Us!

Fill out the quick form to get in touch or feel free to text or call via the contact details below! (Typical response time is within 24hrs)

nhughes_media@outlook.com

‭+61 403 583 819‬ Call/Text + WhatsApp

Sunshine Coast / Kabi Kabi Country + Australia Wide
(travel fees? - at cost)