Business Details
18 Years
experience
Award-Winning Dallas Wedding Photographers
K & S Photography is a Dallas-based wedding photography studio specializing in candid documentary-style photography with an artistic twist. Founded in 2008 by Karey Doelling and Shauna Benoit, the company has photographed over 250 weddings across the U.S., earning nine international awards including Fearless Photographers and This is Reportage accolades. Their approach focuses on capturing authentic, unposed moments that reflect the emotional essence of each wedding day.The team prioritizes personalized service, offering custom packages with two photographers, engagement sessions, and destination wedding coverage. They emphasize technical excellence, using professional Canon equipment and rigorous backup systems to ensure image security. With over a decade of combined experience, the photographers blend fine art sensibilities with journalistic storytelling to create timeless visual narratives.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Elopement Packages
Portrait Photography
Event Coverage
Same-Sex Weddings
Destination Weddings
Photo Editing
Online Galleries
Flash Drive Delivery
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Documentary wedding photography since 2008 with 250+ weddings documented
- International award-winning artistic and candid photography style
- Two-photographer team ensures comprehensive coverage of all moments
- Custom packages tailored to individual wedding needs and budgets
- Professional Canon equipment and rigorous image backup systems
Associations and certifications
- Fearless Photographers Awards
- This is Reportage Awards
What people say
Beautiful unique thoughtful
Amazing flexible professional
Creative eye
Artistic talent
Emotional storytelling
Services
Wedding Photography
Our documentary-style wedding photography captures authentic moments with artistic precision. Using professional Canon equipment and a two-photographer team, we document ceremonies, receptions, and candid interactions without staging. Clients receive 700-800 edited images per 8-hour coverage, with 5% black-and-white conversions available upon request. The service includes a pre-wedding portrait session to build comfort and familiarity with the photographers.
Engagement Sessions
Custom engagement photography sessions include two locations within 15 minutes drive time and two outfit changes. Lasting 75-120 minutes, these sessions help couples acclimate to being photographed while creating lasting memories. Photographers provide location suggestions and styling guidance to ensure cohesive visual storytelling that reflects the couple's unique relationship dynamics and personal aesthetics.
Elopement Packages
Tailored elopement coverage includes essential moments documentation for smaller ceremonies. Packages start at $500 with flexible customization options for specific needs. Photographers adapt to various settings from courthouse weddings to outdoor locations, maintaining the same artistic approach and technical standards as full wedding packages while respecting the intimate nature of these events.
Portrait Photography
Professional portrait sessions cater to maternity, senior, and family photography needs. Starting at $595 for two-hour sessions with location and outfit changes, the service includes edited images with printing rights. Photographers employ natural light techniques and composition expertise to create timeless images that capture subjects' personalities and relationships in authentic, emotionally resonant ways.
Destination Weddings
Full-service destination wedding coverage available across the United States. The team travels with professional equipment and backup systems to ensure consistent quality regardless of location. Services include pre-event consultations for venue-specific planning, with photographers' experience spanning diverse environments from Texas venues to New England landscapes and New York City urban settings.
People
Karey Doelling
Co-Owner & Photographer
Co-founder with over 15 years of photography experience, specializing in documentary-style wedding photography. Holds a BFA in Photography from Texas Woman's University and brings artistic vision to every project.
Shauna Benoit
Co-Owner & Photographer
Award-winning photographer with extensive experience in candid wedding documentation. Graduated with a BFA in Photography and has photographed over 250 weddings, known for capturing emotional moments with artistic flair.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
We specialize in documentary-style wedding photography that captures candid moments with artistic composition. Our approach focuses on unobtrusive documentation of authentic emotions and interactions throughout your wedding day.
How many weddings have you photographed?
We have documented over 250 weddings since 2008, with experience covering diverse venues and wedding styles across Texas and nationwide locations.
How many images will we receive?
For an 8-hour wedding, expect 700-800 edited images. We deliver approximately 75-100 images per hour of coverage, with options for additional black-and-white conversions upon request.
Do you edit the photos?
Yes, all images undergo professional editing for color correction, contrast adjustment, and composition optimization to ensure print-ready quality while maintaining natural aesthetics.
Do you photograph same-sex weddings?
Absolutely! We have extensive experience photographing LGBTQ+ weddings since 2013 and proudly advocate for equal rights and inclusive documentation of all love stories.
How do you back up wedding photos?
We implement rigorous backup protocols with images stored on two computers and three external hard drives immediately after each event to ensure complete data security.
