Every couple, their own story.
Documentary wedding films from Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia and beyond. Each film below is built from a couple's real vows, toasts and moments, from the George Peabody Library in Baltimore to Hotel Monaco in DC and Martha's Vineyard.
Wedding films, answered
How much does a wedding videographer cost in Washington, DC?
Derek Lamar Films collections start at $3,500 (Story), $5,500 (Moment) and $9,500 (Documentary, with a second videographer). Travel outside DC, Maryland and Virginia is quoted upfront.
What is a documentary wedding film?
A film built from what actually happened: your vows, letters and toasts recorded cleanly, and candid moments instead of staged scenes, edited into a story you can rewatch for decades.
Where do you film weddings?
Washington, DC, Northern Virginia including Loudoun, Fairfax, Arlington and Alexandria, Maryland including Baltimore, and destination weddings worldwide. Past films include Martha's Vineyard and Mississippi.
How long are the films?
Highlight and short films run about 4 to 6 minutes. Documentary features run 20 minutes or more and keep the ceremony and toasts intact.
How soon will we receive our film?
A teaser within 72 hours of your wedding, and your finished film in 4 to 12 weeks depending on the season and scope.