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SDL Creative Studios

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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.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 226 times

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2 employees

6 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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2025

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2024

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2023

Services offered
Event to be filmed

Wedding

Birthday

Concert / performance

Corporate event

Final video product requested

Raw footage

Full feature video (30 - 40 minutes)

Highlight video (3 - 4 minutes)

Additional services requested

Background music

Drone footage

Raw footage

Live streaming

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Projects and media
Reviews

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

Excellent 4.9

92 reviews

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Dania H.

2 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

We worked with SDL Creative Studios to capture our elopement. They did an amazing job! We loved our photos and video. They had a great attitude and were so easy to work with and were collaborative with us. They added such a special touch at the beginning of our wedding video as well that made it so meaningful for us. They captured so many special moments for us and had a really good creative eye for good shots to capture. I would recommend them to anyone and would definitely book with them again!

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors

SDL Creative Studios's reply
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review and for trusting SDL Creative Studios to capture your elopement. It was an honor to be part of such an intimate day. I'm so glad you loved both your photos and wedding film. Thank you for your kind words about the experience and for allowing me to preserve these memories for you. Your recommendation means the world to me, and I wish you both a lifetime of love, happiness, and adventures together. I hope our paths cross again in the future! – Kevin Watkins SDL Creative Studios
Wedding and Event Photography
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Mason T.

May 20, 2026

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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Edward C.

May 6, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

Working with Kevin was amazing! He communicated effectively leading up to my proposal to ensure everything was setup perfectly for the big moment. The quality of the photos he captured during the proposal along with the quick turnaround was exceptional! I'd definitely recommend Kevin to anyone!

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

SDL Creative Studios's reply
Thank you so much for the kind review! It was an absolute pleasure to capture such an important moment. Proposals only happen once, so I always strive to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible while ensuring every detail is in place for the big moment. Congratulations again, and thank you for trusting SDL Creative Studios with such a memorable milestone. Wishing you both all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter together! – Kevin Watkins SDL Creative Studios
Wedding and Event Photography
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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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Jean H.

Apr 15, 2026

Hired on Thumbtack

I had the most positive experience with Kevin from start to finish. He captured my party in a way I will cherish forever with artistic angles and all the right images, while staying in the background yet engaging in a fun way with our friends. He was also punctual and a good communicator, and he sent the photos within a few days sharing updates about his status. His service was worth it, I look forward to working with him again, and I highly recommend him.

Details: Birthday party • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors • Album or photo book

SDL Creative Studios's reply
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review and for trusting SDL Creative Studios to capture your celebration. It means a great deal to hear that the images allowed you to relive the event and that the experience felt seamless from start to finish. One of our goals at every event is to document authentic moments naturally while also creating artistic images that tell the story of the day. I'm especially glad to hear that balance came through in your gallery. Thank you as well for your kind words regarding communication and delivery. I know how excited clients are to see their photos, so I always strive to keep everyone informed throughout the process and deliver images as quickly as possible without compromising quality. It was truly a pleasure working with you and your guests. I appreciate your recommendation and look forward to the opportunity to work together again in the future. – Kevin Watkins SDL Creative Studios
Wedding and Event Photography
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