Storytellers. Filmmakers. Romantics.

Hello! We’re Angela and James Hughes — the husband-and-wife team behind Hughes Photography & Videography. Based in the beautiful town of Shaftesbury, Dorset, we travel across the UK (and beyond) to capture love stories in all their natural, unscripted beauty.

Together, we bring two unique perspectives, one shared vision, and a whole lot of heart.

Meet Angela — Creative Director & Lead Photographer/Filmmaker

I’ve always been drawn to storytelling. With a Master’s degree in Film and years of experience in professional film production, my journey began behind the scenes on film sets — where I learned how to frame emotion, capture movement, and tell stories that truly resonate.

Today, I bring that cinematic eye into the world of weddings, blending fine art composition with documentary honesty. I believe in capturing the little moments — the glance, the touch, the spontaneous laughter — because those are the ones that last.

Meet James — Second Shooter & Calm Presence

James is the calm to my creative whirlwind. With a brilliant eye for detail and a passion for candid storytelling, he brings a relaxed and grounded energy to every wedding we shoot. He’s also great at wrangling groomsmen!

Together, we work seamlessly to cover your day from every angle — always present, but never in the way.

Our Style

Our approach is a blend of cinematic and documentary storytelling. That means we don’t stage or force moments — we gently guide where needed, but mostly, we let the day unfold naturally. We’re there to capture it all: the genuine, the joyful, and the beautifully imperfect.

You’ll receive timeless imagery and emotive films that feel like you — not a Pinterest board.

Why We Do This

Weddings are about connection, emotion, and legacy. They’re one of the few days in life where everyone you love is in one place — laughing, crying, dancing. We’re deeply honoured to preserve those memories, not just for you, but for the generations that follow.