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 184 times

Serves Leesburg, VA

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7 employees

5 years in business

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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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Top Pro status

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2024

2023

Services offered

Event type

Wedding

Birthday party

Corporate event

Bridal or baby shower

Projects and media

156 photos

Projects and media

156 photos

Reviews

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

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Megha F.

Apr 15, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

WOW. Working with Kevin has been a dream. He is so professional, personable, and incredible at what he does. The back story: my original wedding photographer ghosted me, so I was in a scramble a couple months before my wedding! I found SDL on thumbtack, and I couldn’t be happier how everything turned out. Kevin arrived early, made my entire family feel so comfortable, and you can just tell he loves what he does. The photos are STUNNING. He was so communicative the whole time. I would hire him all over again for any event.

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography

Inger B.

6 days ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Our elopement, captured by SDL Creative Studios was everything we could have hoped for and more. It was just us, our officiant, and their two photographers: quiet, intimate, and completely natural. Somehow, they managed to melt into the background while still capturing every tender, unspoken moment between us; while simultaneously knowing just when to step in and offer guidance or a creative direction. The photos are stunning— not just beautiful, but honest. Every image tells the story of that day exactly as it felt: calm, joyful, full of love and light. They have an incredible gift for seeing the emotion behind the moment, and their warmth made the entire experience feel effortless. SDL Creative Studios gave us more than photographs. They gave us the ability to relive our wedding day exactly as it was: deeply personal, full of laughter, and completely ours. We’ll treasure these images forever.

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

Wedding and Event Photography

Justin A.

Jul 24, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

I was not able to use SDL for this event, but communication was strong and professional and I look forward to using in the future.

Details: Wedding • 20 guests or fewer • Outdoors • Raw footage • Highlight video (3 - 4 minutes) • Raw footage • DVD / USB copies • Drone footage

Wedding and Event Videography

Karen L.

Jun 4, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

We appreciated how professional SDL Creative Studios performed. Our photographer was very easy to work with and he took his time to get the best pictures of our home.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Home • Flash drive • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Beatrice G.

May 5, 2025

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Kevin is a true professional and made the entire photography session an enjoyable experience. He was punctual, easy to work with, and clearly knows his craft. Although I haven’t received the final photos yet, I’m confident they’ll turn out great based on how smoothly everything went. Highly recommended!

Details: Bridal portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

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Kevin Watkins

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our pricing is based on the scope of the particular project and will always be fair yet competitive.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Our process is to first discuss and understand the needs of the customer. Then we move forward with conversations on what the final product should be to ensure we bring our clients vision to life.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Our crew as a combined expertise of over 10 years of formal education in cinematography and over 12 years of experience in the field.

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