Just a Present @FilmbyXiao

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $1,999

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $999

Packages

Prices start at $999

About Just a Present @FilmbyXiao

FilmbyXiao

Head Photographer

Welcome to Just a Present Visual Studio, where every moment is crafted into a lasting memory. I'm based in the DMV area, specializing in capturing life's most cherished moments through a unique lens. Follow my journey and let’s create something beautiful together.

With a background as a documentary filmmaker, I bring a unique storytelling approach to my work, ensuring that each moment is captured with authenticity and depth. Your love story deserves to be captured in a way that’s as unique and authentic as you are. At Just a Present, I don’t just take photos—I create timeless memories that reflect your true connection.

Services

Bride-only session
Drone photography
Engagement session
Extra hours
Image editing
Online proofing
Printing rights
Same-day edits
Second photographer

Photo formats

Digital
Film
Hybrid

Deliverables

Digital files
Digital rights
Online gallery

Just a Present @FilmbyXiao packages

4hrs Wedding

4 hours

Peak pricing $2,399-2,899

Off-peak pricing $1,999-2,899

Description

4hr. Wedding 24-hour Previews 80 Retouched Photos Turnaround within 6o days

What’s included

High-res gallery for downloadable images

6hrs Wedding

6 hours

Peak pricing $2,899-2,999

Off-peak pricing $2,599-2,999

Description

- 6hr. Wedding - 24-hour Previews - 200 Retouched Photos - Turnaround within 6o days

What’s included

High-res gallery for downloadable images

8hrs Wedding

8 hours

Peak pricing $2,999-3,999

Off-peak pricing $3,199-3,999

Description

- 2Photographer - 8hrs continuous coverage (additional hour: +$350) - 24-hour Previews - 300+ Retouched Photographs - Turnaround within 6o days - Complimentary film photos

What’s included

High-res gallery for downloadable images

3hrs ELOPEMENT/PRE WEDDING

3 hours

Peak pricing $1,999-2,699

Off-peak pricing $1,899-2,699

Description

- Fully-retouched 18 Pieces

What’s included

High-res gallery for downloadable images

Reviews

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•Diana C.•Nov 24, 2025
Xiao and her team at Just a Present @FilmbyXiao were a joy to work with for our wedding photography. From our very first interaction, Xiao's communication style was kind, warm, and friendly - she immediately put us at ease and we knew we were in good hands. The quality of their work was beyond our expectations, with a great taste in capturing all the special moments of our engagement session. Xiao edited many more pictures than I had requested, and she met all my requirements for the photos, even using some of them for our wedding invitation card which received great feedback from our family. Xiao also guided us on how to pose and returned the final photos to us very quickly. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful memories they helped create for us and looking forward to working with her again in the future!
Amazing Engagement Photographer
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•Hanyang•Nov 24, 2025
We had an amazing experience with our photographer XiaoXiao for our engagement photoshoot at the Library of Congress. The photos turned out beautifully — elegant, romantic, and truly beyond our expectations. She captured every moment with great attention to detail and a wonderful sense of style. We’re so grateful for her professionalism, creativity, and warm guidance throughout the entire session. Highly recommended to anyone looking for stunning and memorable photos!!!!
Best photographer in DC
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•Michael N.•Oct 18, 2025
@Filmbyxiao was absolutely amazing to work with! From start to finish, she made planning my surprise marriage proposal so easy and enjoyable. Her pricing was very reasonable, and she even offered helpful instructions that made my plan run perfectly. The photos turned out stunning she came prepared with creative poses and great ideas for locations and angles. She was incredibly fast with edits and delivered the finished photos in less than 24 hours! I can’t recommend her enough for anyone looking for beautiful, professional photos and an effortless experience. Added some examples of the ones we liked the best!!
Exceptional Wedding Photography
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•Sonia•Aug 29, 2025
Xiao and her team are absolutely amazing! They’re super professional and reliable — they even scouted our venue in advance and met with us beforehand to understand our vision, offering great suggestions for the shoot. On the wedding day, Xiao gave us clear and helpful guidance so we never felt awkward, and somehow managed to capture stunning photos even with our very tight timeline. We also loved how easy Xiao were to communicate with throughout the whole process — always patient, responsive, and reassuring. The atmosphere during the shoot felt relaxed and natural, and she managed to capture not only the big moments but also all the little details that mean so much. The photos turned out gorgeous and truly exceeded our expectations. If you’re looking for a photographer who’s both professional and warm, Xiao is the best choice!