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Indian Wedding Photographer in Washington, DC

MacroSnaps photographers and videographers cover Indian wedding celebrations in Washington, DC and across District of Columbia, with published hourly prices you can book and pay for online.

MacroSnaps in Washington, DC

Indian Weddings in Washington, DC: photography & video

An Indian wedding is rarely a single day. Between the haldi, mehndi, sangeet, baraat, ceremony and reception, there can be four or five events across a long weekend, each with its own colors, music and rituals. MacroSnaps photographers and videographers can cover one event or all of them, and we plan each day with you so the coverage follows your family's traditions rather than a generic wedding checklist.

Washington, DC is the nation's capital, home to roughly 690,000 people. Whether your Indian wedding is at National Building Museum, Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium or a family home, your MacroSnaps crew arrives early to check light, angles and any venue rules.

Hindu, Sikh, Jain and regional ceremonies all follow their own order, and the most important moments, such as the jaimala, kanyadaan, the pheras around the sacred fire, the sindoor and mangalsutra, or the laavan in a gurdwara, happen quickly. We ask about your rituals in advance, coordinate with your priest or granthi and planner, and position ourselves so we capture these moments without getting in the way of the family or the officiant.

For a typical Indian wedding, clients in Washington, DC book about 6 hours of photography ($750) and 6 hours of videography ($1,300). Photography is $250 for the first hour and $100 for each additional hour; videography is $300 for the first hour and $200 for each additional hour, with a 2-hour minimum. The first-hour price includes travel, so Washington, DC costs the same as anywhere else we work, and there are no quotes to wait for.

What we capture

Key moments we photograph and film in Washington, DC

01

Haldi

Family applying turmeric paste to the couple, usually in daylight and often messy in the best way. We cover the laughter and the close-up details.

02

Mehndi

Henna designs being applied, the bride's hands and feet in detail, and the music and dancing that fill the afternoon around her.

03

Sangeet

Choreographed family performances, speeches and the open dance floor, with video capturing the music and the full routines.

04

Baraat

The groom's arrival on a horse, in a car or on foot, with the dhol, dancing relatives and the milni between families at the venue entrance.

05

Jaimala and ceremony rituals

The garland exchange, kanyadaan, the pheras or laavan, sindoor and mangalsutra, photographed from positions agreed with your officiant.

06

Vidaai

The bride's farewell to her family, an emotional moment that we cover quietly and with care.

07

Family portraits

Organized group photos with both sides of the family, which for Indian weddings can mean many combinations. We work from your list to move through them efficiently.

08

Reception

The couple's entrance, first dance, speeches, cake and the dance floor, along with the outfits and décor of the evening.

Pricing

Indian Weddings photography & video prices in Washington, DC

One published hourly rate for everyone, with a 2-hour minimum. No quotes, no negotiating: choose your hours and book online.

Photography

$250 first hour

+ $100 each additional hour

Typical indian weddings coverage: 6 hours = $750

Every photo edited and retouched, online gallery in about a week.

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Videography

$300 first hour

+ $200 each additional hour

Typical indian weddings coverage: 6 hours = $1,300

Highlight video set to music you choose, delivered in 2 to 4 weeks.

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Typical for the ceremony day with baraat; haldi and mehndi usually need 2-3 hours each, sangeet and reception 4-5 hours each.

Minimum 2 hours · $250 first hour + $100 each additional hour

2 Hour Photography

$350

  • 1 photographer
  • 2 hours of coverage
  • All pictures edited and retouched
  • Online gallery of high-resolution pictures
  • Raw pictures delivered on request
  • Turnaround time: 1 week
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3 Hour Photography

$450

  • 1 photographer
  • 3 hours of coverage
  • All pictures edited and retouched
  • Online gallery of high-resolution pictures
  • Raw pictures delivered on request
  • Turnaround time: 1 week
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4 Hour Photography

$550

  • 1 photographer
  • 4 hours of coverage
  • All pictures edited and retouched
  • Online gallery of high-resolution pictures
  • Raw pictures delivered on request
  • Turnaround time: 1 week
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5 Hour Photography

$650

  • 1 photographer
  • 5 hours of coverage
  • All pictures edited and retouched
  • Online gallery of high-resolution pictures
  • Raw pictures delivered on request
  • Turnaround time: 1 week
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6 Hour Photography

$750

  • 1 photographer
  • 6 hours of coverage
  • All pictures edited and retouched
  • Online gallery of high-resolution pictures
  • Raw pictures delivered on request
  • Turnaround time: 1 week
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7 Hour Photography

$850

  • 1 photographer
  • 7 hours of coverage
  • All pictures edited and retouched
  • Online gallery of high-resolution pictures
  • Raw pictures delivered on request
  • Turnaround time: 1 week
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Local to Washington, DC

Indian Weddings around Washington, DC

Want portraits away from the venue? Couples and families in Washington, DC often add an hour at Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool and Tidal Basin. Just add the time and the second location when you book.

Guests flying in for the Indian wedding usually arrive through Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). If your celebration runs over several days, each event can be booked separately with its own hours.

Washington, DC wedding & reception venues we cover

  • National Building Museum
  • Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium
  • Decatur House
  • The Mayflower Hotel

Neighborhoods & areas

  • Georgetown
  • Dupont Circle
  • Capitol Hill
  • Navy Yard
  • Adams Morgan
  • The Wharf

Also serving nearby

  • Arlington (4 mi)
  • Chillum (5 mi)
  • Silver Spring (6 mi)
  • Bethesda (6 mi)
  • Suitland-Silver Hill (7 mi)
  • College Park (7 mi)

Around Washington, DC

Best photo & video spots in Washington, DC

Planning portraits, a first look or extra B-roll away from the venue? These are some of the most photographed places in and around Washington, DC.

  1. 01

    Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

  2. 02

    Tidal Basin

  3. 03

    Georgetown Waterfront Park

  4. 04

    U.S. Capitol grounds

  5. 05

    Dumbarton Oaks Gardens

To add a portrait or filming stop, book the extra hours and note the location for your crew. Some parks and landmarks require a permit or have set hours, so check before the day. Book online

Our work

Alison & Stephen's Dream Wedding
Mauro & Rebecca
Nadia & Robert Wedding Highlights
Newlyweds posing beside their tiered wedding cake
Guests dancing and cheering on the reception dance floor
Couple seated in a garden, bride in a blush embellished gown
Guests dining at round tables in a bright waterfront reception tent
Sikh bride and groom in matching lilac attire smiling outdoors
Gurdwara prayer hall with the decorated altar ready for the ceremony
Elder blessing the groom during the Anand Karaj ceremony
Kirtan musicians performing hymns during a Sikh wedding

Planning tips

Planning your coverage in Washington, DC

Map out every event

Send us a schedule for each day with start times, locations and the key rituals. This lets us suggest hours per event and plan travel between venues.

Book hours per event, not per weekend

A haldi or mehndi is often covered well in 2 to 3 hours, while the baraat and ceremony usually need 4 to 6 and the reception 4 to 5. You only pay for the hours you need.

Plan for light and the mandap

Haldi and mehndi photograph best in daylight or near windows. For the ceremony, let us know where the mandap will stand and whether there will be a sacred fire, so we can choose lenses and positions.

Add a second photographer or videographer

Large guest lists and simultaneous preparations, such as the bride getting ready while the baraat assembles, are easier to cover with a second photographer or second videographer.

Professional photography doesn't have to be expensive

Why Washington, DC clients choose MacroSnaps

01

13+ years, 750+ conferences, 2,200+ weddings

MacroSnaps and our parent company MacroHype have been photographing and filming for more than 13 years: over 750 corporate events and conferences and more than 2,200 weddings and private events. Washington, DC gets the same experienced crews and standards we bring to every city we work in.

02

Prices published, not negotiated

Many vendors price by how much they think you can pay. We publish every rate: photography is $250 for the first hour and $100 for each additional hour, videography is $300 for the first hour and $200 for each additional hour, with a 2-hour minimum. Everyone pays the same price.

03

Insured by State Farm

We carry $1 million per occurrence and $2 million general aggregate liability coverage. If your venue needs a certificate of insurance, we send it before your event.

04

Our own network, not a marketplace

We are one company with our own photographers and videographers across all 50 states, Washington, DC, Ontario and Quebec, so the quality, editing and delivery standards stay the same wherever you book.

05

Book and pay online in minutes

Choose your service and hours, pick your date and pay securely. Your slot is reserved the moment you book, and your crew is confirmed by email.

06

Every image edited

All photos are edited and retouched and delivered in a private online gallery in about a week. Highlight videos are delivered in 2 to 4 weeks with music of your choice.

Simple booking

How booking an Indian Wedding Photographer in Washington, DC works

  1. 1

    Choose your package

    Pick the service and number of hours. Every price is published, so there are no quotes to wait for.

  2. 2

    Book & pay online

    Enter your date, start time and venue, then pay securely by card. Your slot is reserved the moment you book.

  3. 3

    Your crew is confirmed

    We assign a MacroSnaps photographer or videographer for your city and confirm the details by email.

  4. 4

    Receive your gallery

    Every photo is edited and retouched, then delivered in a private online gallery in high resolution.

FAQ

Indian Weddings in Washington, DC: common questions

Do you have an Indian Wedding Photographer near Washington, DC?

Yes. MacroSnaps has its own photographers and videographers working across District of Columbia, and we assign a crew for your Indian wedding in Washington, DC as soon as you book. We also cover nearby Arlington, Chillum and Silver Spring. You deal with one company, with 13+ years of experience behind it, from booking to delivery.

How much does an Indian Wedding Photographer cost in Washington, DC?

The same as everywhere we work: photography is $250 for the first hour and $100 for each additional hour, so 6 hours is $750. Videography is $300 for the first hour and $200 for each additional hour, so 6 hours is $1,300. The minimum is 2 hours and the first-hour price includes travel to Washington, DC.

Can you cover all the events of a multi-day Indian wedding?

Yes. You can book any combination of haldi, mehndi, sangeet, baraat, ceremony and reception, each with its own number of hours, so you only pay for the coverage you want.

Do you understand the rituals of an Indian ceremony?

We ask you about your specific traditions in advance, since Hindu, Sikh, Jain and regional ceremonies all differ, and we coordinate with your priest, granthi or planner on timing and where we can stand.

How much does Indian wedding photography cost?

Photography is $250 for the first hour and $100 for each additional hour. Videography is $300 for the first hour and $200 for each additional hour. Each event has a 2-hour minimum and the rates are the same for every client.

When will we receive our photos and wedding video?

Every photo is edited and retouched, and the online gallery is usually ready in about one week per event. Highlight videos of 3 to 8 minutes with music of your choice take 2 to 4 weeks, with one re-edit included.

Can family abroad watch the ceremony live?

Yes. We offer live streaming, which many families use so relatives who can't travel can watch the pheras or reception as they happen.

Indian Weddings near Washington, DC

Services in Washington, DC

Other events we cover in Washington, DC

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