List of common Questions/Answers for Nikkah, Walima, & Wedding Photography & videography, Nikkah Partition, Bridal Bouquet & Favor Boxes. These answers are generalized, we can alter our services when we can to make sure it matches your needs. Feel free to ask questions if it is not answered here. We are flexible & our goal is help people complete half of their deen. We are here to help! Reach out by calling or texting us, or using the form at bottom of this page.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Here is a quick break down:
- 2 hours of photoshoot = 80-100 pictures
-4 hours of photoshoot = 160-200 pictures
-6 hours of photoshoot = 240-300 pictures
-8 hours of photoshoot = 320-400 pictures
It is highly dependent on how fast clients move from one picture location to another, how photogenic couples are, and etc. We try our best to give amazing pictures to clients, so in some cases it could be as much double the number of pictures that is stated above.
This is flexible! Generally 60 second highlight for Nikkah, and 2-3 minutes for Walima/Wedding. We also offer longer coverage and long form content, like up to 1 hour for events like walima and weddings. And full nikkah ceremony coverage (generally 20-30 minutes).
Our contract for full edited galleries/videos say within 4-8 weeks depending on the package and how we busy we get, but we have given clients final photos and videos as soon 2 weeks, and even as early as 2 days. Just depends on how busy we are.
We specialize in capturing Nikkah ceremonies and Walima, Islamic weddings, and family-friendly events. We do capture events with nasheed/vocal only, but no music with instruments or dancing. Our services include professional photography, cinematic videography, décor coverage, and detail shots — all in line with Islamic values. Our edits are simple and classify that will not fade over time like some filters.
We focus on Nikkah and Walima events, pre-Nikkah gatherings. Wedding without music and dancing (more traditional with nasheed/vocal only) is fine. We can provide coverage for things like asking for bride hands. We want all guests to have full coverage clothes, no cleavage or revealing clothes. We do not provide coverage for engagement or random events.
Yes, you can view our portfolio on our website (dmvnikkah.com) and Instagram at (https://www.instagram.com/dmvnikkah).
We recommend booking at least 2–3 months in advance to secure your preferred date, especially during peak wedding seasons. Earlier is always better than later, because we not be available. However, if we are available, we will do last minute coverage.
We do partner with Muslim female photographers and videographers, just need to book early enough, so we can plan accordingly, and make sure they are available for that date.
Yes, we serve the entire DMV area (DC, Maryland, and Virginia). We can also travel to nearby states (Delware, pennsylvania, West Virginia, and even NJ).
Absolutely. We offer combined packages so you get both photography and videography seamlessly. We can even offer multiple professionals depending scope and budget for the event.
Our packages are designed to be affordable and transparent. We offer photography-only, videography-only, and combined packages for Nikkah and Walima. Each package includes coverage hours, edited high-resolution photos, cinematic highlight videos, and even edited full event videos. We even offer raw video and photos for an extra charge. We offer extra value for customers when we can, like bundled Nikkah Partition for reduced price, or bridal Bouquet (sometimes free of charge for bigger events, like $3k+).
Yes, we require a deposit to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due two weeks before the event. This helps ensure a seamless experience for both you and DMVNikkah.
Our packages include a set number of hours. Additional hours or extra locations can be added at an affordable hourly rate. With each additional hour, you will get extra edited high quality pictures and video.
Yes, our combined photo and video packages are priced lower than booking them separately. Our pricing is already very competitive and we strive to give amazing results for our clients.
If you need to reschedule, we’ll do our best to accommodate your new date. You will need to inform as early as possible before you commit to a new date with the venue to make sure we area also available for that date.
Our style is elegant, natural, and respectful, capturing candid emotions, details, and décor while maintaining modesty and Islamic values. We love to have fun and ensure our clients do too, as it truly shows in the photos and videos!
Absolutely. We offer free consultations to understand your vision, event schedule, and any special requests. We specialize in Nikkah, especially at Diyanet Center of America & ISB, and other leading masjids. We love to explore different masjids and have visited most masjids in DMV area. I did my Nikkah at Diyanet Center of America, so I can give you first hand insights. We love to help :)
Yes, we guide couples and families on posing and can create a customized shot list to ensure nothing is missed. Feel free to share any specific poses you love, and we'll make sure to capture them!
We use professional equipment and lighting techniques to ensure high-quality images and videos, even in dimly lit venues. Our cameras are designed for low lights and we have special flash and video lights that work well in low light conditions.
Most brides would not want to get wet (it will ruin makeup and their dress), so we can shoot indoor or outdoor areas with covering. We do have protection for our cameras to be able to shoot in rainy weather if they clients wants that. For Snow/icy condition, we have to be cautions and prioritize safety. We had events with both snow/icy conditions and rainy, and we do our best to still capture the moment.
All our clients receive high-resolution digital files via an online gallery. USB drives can be added to your package and it will be shipped to your house address or you pick it up. Clients can print album based on what pictures they would like, but we do not offer this service.
Depends on the client request, generally we like to use this time to actually finish editing. Editing can take 20+ hours just for photos, we like to be efficient and give them all of their pictures and videos sooner by avoiding sneak peeks. But if client really wants it, we can offer it.
1-3 pictures being retouched is included in most packages. Additional retouching or special requests can be arranged for a small fee per picture.
Venmo, we also accept Zelle and can work with clients to pay in other payments like cash (but not preferred).