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SDL Creative Studios

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$250
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About
My name is Kevin Watkins, and I lead a talented team of professional photographers and videographers. We have 10+ years of experience and specialize in capturing unforgettable moments through high-quality event photography and videography for clients across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area. ✅ Services we provide: Corporate & nonprofit events (conferences, galas, fundraisers) Weddings & private celebrations (birthdays, mitzvahs, anniversaries) Award ceremonies, banquets & live coverage Clients choose us because we’re not just skilled with the camera—we’re professional, reliable, and easy to work with. With 60+ 5-star reviews and experience capturing everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale events, you can count on us for stress-free service and exceptional results. 📅 Booking fills quickly! Contact us today to check availability. Bundle photography + videography to save on packages.
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 224 times

Serves Leesburg, VA

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7 employees

6 years in business

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Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2025

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2024

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2023

Services offered
Event type

Wedding

Birthday party

Corporate event

Bridal or baby shower

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

Excellent 4.9

90 reviews

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David c.

May 5, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

They did a great job with our proposal and wedding pictures. Super easy to work with, really accommodating, and flexible with everything we needed. The photos came out great, and they made the whole process feel comfortable and stress-free. Definitely appreciate the work they put in and would recommend them to anyone looking for someone reliable for special moments.

Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints

SDL Creative Studios's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words and for allowing SDL Creative Studios to be a part of both your proposal and wedding day. It was truly an honor to help capture these two incredible milestones in your journey together. One of the greatest compliments we can receive is when clients trust us to document multiple chapters of their story, and I’m grateful you chose us to do just that. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the photos and that the experience felt comfortable and stress-free. Our goal is always to create an enjoyable experience while preserving the moments, emotions, and memories that matter most. Thank you again for your trust, recommendation, and support. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, and we hope our paths cross again in the future. – Kevin Watkins SDL Creative Studios
Wedding and Event Photography
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Christina B.

4 days ago

Hired on Thumbtack

Kevin was wonderful to work with. My fiancé and I had super demanding parents with scheduling conflicts that came up last minute. Kevin was flexible and even ended up getting them to smile in our wedding photos. The whole experience was seamless and fun. Highly recommend.

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Traditional posed • Natural or environmental • Fashion or editorial • Outdoors • Two locations • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Precilla P.

4 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

We had a small intimate chapel wedding, and SDL photography really came through for us and did a fantastic job capturing our wedding day. He was punctual, professional, and his photography skills were truly amazing. I loved every single photo. Looking through the gallery felt like reliving our wedding day all over again. The photos told the story of our small ceremony so beautifully, with every image coming together to capture each special moment and every meaningful detail. I am really pleased with his work and so grateful for the memories he captured for us. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and reliable photographer.

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors • Physical proofs or prints • Album or photo book

SDL Creative Studios's reply
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for trusting SDL Creative Studios to capture your wedding day. It was truly an honor to be a part of such a beautiful and intimate celebration. One of my goals with every wedding is to create images that not only capture how the day looked, but also how it felt. Hearing that your gallery allowed you to relive those moments means a great deal to me. I’m grateful for the opportunity to document your story and preserve the moments, details, and emotions that made your ceremony so special. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness, and thank you for allowing me to play a small part in such an important chapter of your journey. – Kevin Watkins SDL Creative Studios
Wedding and Event Photography
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Mason T.

4 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

I had a great experience with SDL. Kevin shot our wedding ceremony and did great work. He was on time, very professional and provided excellent photos and videos. Definitely recommend!

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints

SDL Creative Studios's reply
Thank you for the wonderful review and for allowing SDL Creative Studios to be a part of your wedding day. I'm honored to have had the opportunity to capture such an important moment in your lives. Knowing that you enjoyed both the photographs and video means a great deal to me. My goal is always to create timeless imagery that allows couples to relive the emotions and memories of their celebration for years to come. Thank you again for your trust, your recommendation, and the opportunity to tell a small part of your story. – Kevin Watkins SDL Creative Studios
Wedding and Event Photography
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Harpreet K.

4 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

It was sooo much fun doing a pregnancy announcement with Kevin!! He made the photo session so relaxing and he was full of ideas!!!! Would love to work with him again

Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Album or photo book

Wedding and Event Photography
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Kevin Watkins