HIT THE MARK
on every level
The Menarys hit the mark on every level! As the Mother-of-the-Bride, I can attest that the process was seamless. Every moment, whether orchestrated or organic, was captured without intrusion. Shaun and Shannon were calm, gentle, patient and professional; which is exactly what is needed during the chaos that is a wedding weekend. The pictures are sharp and balanced. The lighting for every situation (indoors and out) looks perfect. The emotion and joy and magic are all there!
Shannon Inhofe, MOB
The luxury price
is definitely worth every penny…
“I am obsessed with these people!! We had a wedding in December, and Shaun and Shannon were the funniest, sweetest couple. I did bridal portraits with Shaun, was being extra, and needed my dog to take pictures with me, and Shaun was super patient with the pup. Shannon has such a good eye for background, she even offered to let me wear her earrings because I forgot mine the day-of!
They're just a really creative couple! I loved getting our wedding gallery back. They took so many candid pictures of us, our families, and our guests. The pictures don't look staged or awkward, and I felt like they truly captured the love at the event (corny to say, I know). The luxury price is definitely worth every penny, the pictures ended up fabulous. You will likely walk out of your wedding with a new set of friends. We can't wait to hang out with Shaun and Shannon again 🖤.”
Portia + Jim
Jump for your phone
to call Shaun and Shannon…
“I researched wedding photographers and spoke with many before landing on Shaun and Shannon Menary. Boy, am I glad I did. These two incredible people are not only going to turn into your best friends on your wedding day, but they are going to give you pictures that are timeless and unique. They have this special way of capturing the feeling of your wedding day. They came to the Hamptons to take our wedding pictures, and they went above and beyond for us. They are genuinely good people and so special that once you meet them you immediately know you made the right decision. I couldn’t speak any higher of these two - as people and for their talent. I can only hope you stumble across this review and that it makes you want to jump for your phone to call Shaun and Shannon. Thank you both for capturing the best day of our life!”
Laura + Pat
When we received our photos
we were blown away!
I recently had the pleasure of working with Shaun and Shannon for my wedding, and I cannot say enough good things about them. From the moment we met, I knew that we had found the perfect photographers for our special day. They are not only talented professionals but also genuinely kind and thoughtful individuals who went above and beyond to make our wedding unforgettable.
Shaun and Shannon were incredibly patient and attentive during the planning stages, listening carefully to our vision for the day and offering helpful suggestions to bring our ideas to life. They took the time to get to know us as a couple, making us feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. As the big day approached, I felt confident that they would capture every moment perfectly.
Leading up to the wedding, our family was going through a difficult time. Shaun and Shannon were not only incredibly supportive but also went above and beyond to ensure that we felt cared for throughout the process. Their thoughtfulness and compassion made all the difference and gave us the strength to enjoy our special day.
On the day of the wedding, Shaun and Shannon were an absolute dream to work with. They were professional, yet friendly and approachable, and made sure to capture every detail of the day. Their ability to blend into the background while still capturing all the important moments was truly impressive. From the ceremony to the reception, they were always there, ready to capture the perfect shot.
When we received our photos, we were blown away! Every image was stunning, and they captured the emotion and joy of the day perfectly. The photos are something that we will cherish forever and we could not have asked for more beautiful images to remember our wedding.
If you are looking for wedding photographers who are not only talented but also compassionate and thoughtful individuals, then look no further than Shaun and Shannon. Their attention to detail, ability to make you feel comfortable and at ease, and their genuine care for their clients is second to none. Thank you, Shaun and Shannon, for making our special day unforgettable!
Yasi + Teb
They captured it all
with brilliant attention to every detail..
Shannon and Shaun Menary put their heart and soul into memorializing every important moment of my daughter’s wedding. They are creative, empathetic to the trials and tribulations of wedding planning (we had many during Covid), professional, pay attention to detail and are easy to communicate with. Above all, they work really hard to deliver memories in the form of photos that will have you living the event over and over again long after it has ended.
We wanted photos that captured the essence of the day: the love and laughter that filled the room, the fun-loving side of the bride and groom, the seriousness of the wedding vows, the party on the dance floor. They captured it all with brilliant attention to every detail, creative use of lighting and artistic photographic skill. Our venue was somewhat “moody” and they incorporated that ambience of the venue in so many of the photos. The photos reflect the entirety of the event from all the guests, the flowers, the tables, the meal service, the “getting ready”, the band, the quiet moments, the happy tears and so much more. Most importantly, Shaun and Shannon understood the vision of the bride and were able to seamlessly translate that to photos.
The real test is: “Would you use them again”?
My answer: “Wouldn’t use anyone else”.
Lori Kobus, MOB
One Word…
stunning!
I absolutely LOVED working with Shannon and Shaun. They were extremely accommodating and responsive from start to finish. They walked me through each major event during my wedding day (even down to the cake cutting haha). And to top it all of, they are both super sweet and hilarious! Also, have you seen their photos?! One word…STUNNING! As a black bride, my biggest concern was making sure that our wedding photos didn’t come out too blown out. But they captured us all perfectly and gave us memories to cherish forever. Thank you both for everything!!!
Samantha + Juanzel
THEY HONESTLY CAPTURE
the soul of a wedding…
“Hands down the best choice we made for our wedding. They do more than take amazing photos, they honestly capture the soul of a wedding. Shannon and Shaun are incredibly talented, professional and organized, we didn't worry about a thing. It feels like they immediately understood who we are as a couple, and how to perfectly document the entire evening. They gave us a sneak peek the NEXT DAY with over a hundred edited photos that took our breath away. We're obsessed with the quality, detail, and beauty in these photos. Not only did they go above and beyond for us for the most important day of our lives, they are also wonderful human beings who we feel so honored to have met! We're so grateful for their dedication to our wedding, and we can't recommend them enough.”
Katey + Greg
Run Don’t walk
to hire them!
“THE BEST!!!! Not only do they give you literal works of art as photographs, they are the nicest, kindest, most fun and easygoing people to work with!! We have been clients for many, MANY years!! They have photographed some of the most special moments in our lives - engagements, weddings, family portraits, etc. The Menarys are truly the very best of the best. Run don’t walk to hire them! FOR REAL!”
Sara + Gursimran
Book Now!!
Simply the BEST!
Simply the BEST! The Menarys photographed our daughter’s first (tiny COVID wedding) and the full event a year later!! As a mother, you want the very best memories for your children, and Shannon and Shaun captured them all. They made everyone feel at ease, even with the changes up of dates, and they made sure my daughter and son-in-law had photos that will make them smile forever. The photo book they made is stunning!!! We have loved them so much we already have purchased a gift certificate for my daughters first baby photos!! They are with us for the whole journey! Book now!!
Mitzi Sandell, MOB
The way they Captured the Moments
is awe-inspiring…
“How do I find the right words to express just how wonderful these two are!? Both simply as awesome human beings, but also as expert artists in photography. As with all weddings, we had a number of last minute challenges and changes, including introducing Shaun & Shannon at the last minute. But despite this challenge, they fit right in and were a perfect complement to the wedding team, and now our lives! The way they have captured the plethora of beautiful moments and emotions from the day is awe-inspiring. We could not be happier with the end result, plus we are also grateful to have had the opportunity to get to know them both! I could not recommend their services more!!!”
Rob + Allan
SO THRILLED
my daughter found them
“Two wonderful humans who are amazingly gifted and passionate about what they do. Their work will give our family memories for a lifetime. Truly top notch and incredibly fun to work with! So thrilled my daughter found them!”
Kathy Sutter, MOB
Heather Made Our Day
seamless
“Heather was amazing to work with. She was so easy to communicate with and made it easy to share our ideas and visions. She made our day seamless and allowed us to stay on schedule. Our pictures are something we will have forever and Heather made them perfect. Thank you, Heather and Team!”
Sarah + Kevin
I highly suggest them
for anyone’s upcoming wedding!
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE MENARYS! They were so wonderful to work with from day one. We met at a wine bar to say hello and I enjoyed their company and what they had to offer immediately. They were extremely helpful throughout the wedding process and kept me on track through an engagement shoot and bridal portraits. And they were SO much fun to work with on our wedding day. The two albums we purchased afterward are my favorite keepsake of the wedding. I get to relive it through their wonderful photography. I highly suggest them for anyone's upcoming wedding!!
Meredith + Cameron
BEING A HUSBAND AND WIFE TEAM
definitely works to their advantage…
“Shaun and Shannon are the BEST wedding photographers we could have ever asked for! From the moment we met, they instantly felt like family. Being a husband and wife team definitely works to their advantage. They work so well together and create a relaxed and personal environment, which always made us feel comfortable and at ease.
They captured so many special memories throughout our entire wedding weekend... small details and magic moments that make us smile every time we look at our photos. They have an incredible ability to truly capture the excitement and love that surrounds a wedding.
Their attention to detail is obvious in all of their photos and in their assistance with creating the wedding albums. Our albums are stunning, and that is due to the hours they spent making sure each page is absolutely perfect.
They exhibit so much dedication, excitement and passion for photography. We not only love our photos, but we also love our photographers!! And we feel so lucky to have had them there on our Wedding Day!! They are #1!!!!”
Lauren + Michelle, MOB
MY INVESTMENT
has already paid off in dividends…
“Shaun & Shannon were a joy to work with. Having such caring and positive people at your side on your big day is so important. The quality of their work is so excellent, in every way. When we first met, they greeted us with warm cookies & bought our lattes! They have even continued to answer our questions and assist two years after we got married. My investment in their services has already paid off in dividends because of how eternal they made our memories.”
Jennifer + Gardy
My Splurge Item
and I don’t regret a penny of it…
“I could gush about these fantastic, friendly, thoughtful photographers for many paragraphs. Instead, I'll keep it short and say this: These wonderful people and their services were my splurge item, and I don't regret a penny of it. My husband and I have been married over 6 months now and the compliments on our photos just keep coming! These are the moments in photos that you get to keep forever to reminisce and share with your loved ones. Your wedding day is the best day ever, but it really is just one day. The completely perfect photos we have from Shannon & Shaun of our favorite day and favorite people are priceless. We will cherish these captured moments forever and will always remember fondly the amazing couple who captured them for us.”
Cristina + Grant
Shaun and Shannon made photography
feel so effortless, natural, and FUN!
The Menarys’ work quality speaks for itself. They are talented photographers and artists, but we want to attest that they are truly wonderful and joyful people — and that shows in the moments they capture! We wanted a team that we could trust and who would embrace the goofy people we are, but could also help us feel organized, comfortable, and calm amidst all the chaos of wedding planning.
Shaun and Shannon made our engagement and wedding photography feel so effortless, natural, and FUN! They have a keen eye for details: our photos are not only visually stunning, but they really capture every authentic moment between us as a couple! Even the portraits felt natural, which is hard to do! They are the BEST!
Sheerin + Omid
We CAnnot imagine our day
without Shaun and Shannon being a part of it…
“Shaun and Shannon are a complete dream team. The only thing that is better than the gorgeous pictures they take is what absolutely lovely people they are. They took our engagement pictures in the pouring rain, in a city they barely knew, and somehow managed to make it feel like running through the cold and rain was exactly what we had wanted the whole time. We treasure our engagement and wedding pictures and cannot imagine our day without Shaun and Shannon being a part of it!”
Cathryn + Hunter
We’re so in love
with our engagement and wedding photos…
Shaun and Shannon were a dream to work with! Having a fun, positive, and creative duo to work with on our big day made it so special. We’re so in love with our engagement and wedding photos and will cherish them for years to come. I cannot recommend them enough!
Hannah + Jesse
Each picture caught
so much life and joy…
“Simply outstanding! The Menarys deliver crisp photos brimming with pure emotion. We knew that when we hired them we would be getting their technical expertise, but we were not banking on how much emotion they would be able to capture in each shot. Shaun took pictures of our Mehndi ceremony and wedding. Each picture caught so much life and joy. A few weeks after the wedding, one of my relatives abroad commented that their pictures captured light, color, and emotion in a way that she had never seen before. I recommend them for that reason alone. It also helps that my husband and I have never looked better than in the pictures the Menarys took of us! If you are looking for wedding photographers, look no further. The Menarys are the whole package and we are so glad we went with them!”
Saba + Sayed
They Make the Experience
so fun and natural…
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience working with Shaun and Shannon! As someone who isn’t really comfortable in front of the camera, they made the experience so fun and natural, and they made me feel (and look) like a million bucks. They have a way of instantly making you feel comfortable and as if you’re just hanging out with a couple friends. They’re truly the best!
Emily + Jordan
“Choosing Shaun and Shannon as our wedding photographers was by far the best decision we made in the planning process. Not only are they the definition of professionalism and delivered the most incredible images that will last a lifetime, I truly consider our relationship with them one that will last well after wedding. In fact, my family loved Shaun and Shannon so much that they will be photographing my sister's wedding this summer. Shaun's talent and guidance mixed with Shannon's warm, inviting nature made them so easy and joyful to work with. I can't say enough fabulous things about the best wedding photographers in the business :)”
about the best wedding photographers in the business…
I Can’t say enough
Brittany + Reese
I would choose them again
in a heartbeat!
My sister found the Menarys, and I can never ever be more thankful! They photographed our proposal, engagement party, engagement photo shoot, and all 3 days of our wedding! Working with them was nothing short of perfection. They are extremely professional, and yet somehow make you feel like you've known them forever. The photos they took were all breathtaking. Their artistic eye, attention to detail, and sneaky maneuvering amongst our family and friends allowed them to capture moments that I may not have remembered had they not been in the exact right place at the right time. They were on time to every single event. They delivered my photos in a very timely fashion and kept constant communication. They definitely listened and cared. They were fantastic, and I wouldn't change a thing! My husband I still talk about how much we loved them!! I have nothing but good things to say. They are wonderful people with great talent and I would choose them again in a heartbeat!
Assia + Shiraz
Everyone was blown away
how Heather was willing to make the day perfect…
“I cannot thank the Menarys enough for helping make my elopement so special. Heather helped me scout locations, plan our elopement details, and Zoom conferenced me through the entire process. She is KIND, CRAZY TALENTED, and every single person in my family loved her. Everyone was blown away how she was willing to make the day perfect (in 90 degree Texas heat and mask). I cannot rave enough about this company. Thank you guys!”
Kelsey + Ross
WE WANT THEM TO PHOTOGRAPH
the rest of the events in our lives!
“I looked for and spoke with many photographers in an attempt to choose the perfect one and we did with Shaun and Shannon. They were AMAZING to work with, made us feel very comfortable and at ease. They did our engagement pictures, rehearsal dinner pictures and of course, the ceremony and reception pictures. They were entertaining, funny and extremely easy to work with, even if it required Shannon babysitting our dogs while Shaun took our engagement pictures :) Now just want them to photograph the rest of the events in our lives!”
Alicia + Ben
They made it look
effortless
“Shaun and Shannon Menary did an incredible job at our wedding! They bring a fun relaxed energy that helped us to feel ready for all the photos. They made it look effortless, which we so appreciated on the big day! Their genuine enthusiasm and real skill is something we'll always appreciate. We now have beautiful photography that will last forever. Can't recommend them more highly!”
Meredith + Blair
You feel like you are friends
who just happen to be taking your picture…
“My wife and I hired the Menarys to photograph our Dallas wedding. We love pictures, so hiring a photographer who would be able to capture our day how we remembered it was an imperative. A couple of the main reasons why we went with the Menarys:
1. Their style is timeless. We loved that the photographs would always look beautiful. No editing gimmicks, colors, or awkward poses - just beautiful pictures of our day.
2. They made us feel comfortable. Above all, being shot by Shaun and Shannon is fun. You feel like you are with friends, who just happen to be taking your picture. The best photos are those where you feel comfortable and relaxed - Shaun and Shannon made us feel relaxed, and the pictures are the best that we have of each other, our friends, and our family.
You can not go wrong with hiring the Menarys - our experience (and pictures) exceeded all of our expectations. Thanks again Shaun and Shannon!”
Kristen + Wil
Shaun’s talent with lighting
is just incredible…
“I love Shaun and Shannon so much! They're talented, professional and so much fun to work with. Shaun's talent with lighting is just incredible! I was a very nervous bride when it came to the camera, and the Menarys calmed me down and helped me let loose for the photos. My husband and I are so happy with their work and I have already been recommending them to people I know.”
Katie + Stephen
They took time to get to know us
and asked questions others didn’t…
“We vetted a lot of photographers for our wedding, and ultimately decided on the Menarys. They obviously had the experience and quality, but what stood them out above others was their engagement with us. They took the time to get to know us, asked questions that others didn't, and generally just a great team to work with. We had a destination wedding (Shannon came and did her work despite being several months pregnant), and they captured our moments perfectly. They're certainly on top from a technical scale, all our photos were high quality and safely stored.
In the end, we have 14 photos hanging in the walls of our home thanks to them.”
Tema + Brad
The Menarys Are
the only way to go…
“I cannot speak about this company highly enough!! They listened and fully executed on exactly what I was looking for. Their professionalism is exceptional and they are fun to be around to boot. For important memories you want to capture, the Menarys are the only way to go!”
Nathalie + Logan
Worth every penny!
The very best
“THE VERY BEST! As a photographer, I had high expectations for quality and consistency and knew we wanted timeless, creative, and quality images. I 100% trusted them with our wedding day, and they exceeded our expectations in every way! This duo was fun, professional and added to the joy of the day. Worth every penny!”
Amy + Lucas
We Were SO IMPRESSED WITH THE FIRST
we had to have them for the second…
“We have two daughters and we hired the Menarys for both weddings (six years apart). We were sooo impressed with the first wedding that we absolutely had to have them for the second. They don't disappoint and are beyond trustworthy, so much so that they're friends now!!!”
Iris Yadauga, MOB
They handled our day
with such care…
We used the Menarys for our destination wedding in Beverly Hills. They were over the top incredible!! The pictures were fresh, creative, candid. Everything turned out absolutely stunning!!! Not only did they capture the emotion and feel of the wedding, but the preparation of the attendants and also the preparation of the site. As the bride, you are the last one to arrive at the party and the first to leave. They captured moments I was not able to see.
We are blessed with two children, and the moments they captured of us with our kids are breathtaking. They handled our day with such care and I am incredibly grateful. Not only are they amazing at their profession, they are warm and wonderful people. I loved to watch them work together!
Beth + Blaine
They infuse their subjects
with the perfect amount of confidence and cool…
“Shaun and Shannon Menary are photography MAGICIANS. Not only is this ultra-fab couple a true delight to work with, they also somehow manage to infuse their subjects with the perfect amount of confidence and cool. I couldn't recommend them more highly!”
Whitney + Jordon
I Bawled the whole way
looking through our wedding photos…
“OH man...words just don't do justice for how amazing Shaun and Shannon are! I bawled the whole way through looking at our wedding photos; Shaun did such a beautiful job of capturing our day! And not only did the photos turn out wonderful, Shaun and Shannon are an absolute dream to work with! All of our bridesmaids and groomsmen, as well as our parents, were raving about how much fun they were! You will NOT be sorry for choosing Shaun to photograph whatever event it is you are having!!!”
Amy + Blake
There are no words
for how in-awe I am of their work
“Word's cannot describe how amazing this husband/wife photography team is! Shaun can capture the most beautiful of moments...and Shannon is always there snapping photo after photo right along side him....running around, making sure everything is perfect. They made me look like such a beautiful bride and there are no words for how in awe I am of their work. They capture the most amazing moments....I found Shaun years ago before I was even engaged and told him I NEED him at my wedding! I hope that we have made lifelong friends as his presence is requested for every MAJOR life event....next comes the baby...eeeeee! Thank again Shannon and Shaun, y'all are truly two peas in a pod and one of a kind. We love y'all!
Stephanie + Michael
OUR FIRST MEETING FELT LIKE
meeting up with old friends…
“The Menarys are amazing artists. Not only do I love their work and find myself scanning through our gallery at least once a week just to relive the day, but I also consider them friends and would happily hang out with them at any time. Our first meeting felt like meeting up with old friends and lasted 2 hours without realizing. They worked with us with switching our date because of covid and had no issues. And they always made us feel special. I would use their services for any type of photography again in a heart beat. Can't wait until we will need them again.”
Coral + Jack
Having a dream time like them
is mandatory!
“Shaun and Shannon are nothing short of flipping amazing! They are so kind and were beyond talented in capturing every aspect of our special day. When I told them that I didn’t want just the cliché wedding day photos, they went above and beyond using their imaginations and captured some epic shots as a result! I also love how there were so many great photos that included all of our guest enjoying our special day. The day was such a blur and goes by so fast a dream team like them is mandatory! Having photos of everyone who was a part of it is so special and even better when done with a team as special as Shaun and Shannon!!”
Courtney + Cole
OUR Friends are raving
and passing our wedding pics around
“What do you do when it rains 14 inches on your wedding weekend? Well, you can't do much, but you do call your photographer. OR, your photographer calls YOU to make sure YOU'RE OK! That's what happened on the rainiest recorded weekend in Dallas history. I got a call from Shaun and Shannon the Wednesday before the wedding, ensuring me that all was going to be ok, rain or shine. They had ideas on how to shoot in darker atmospheres, knew our portraits would be in the complete dark, and they still are some of the best photos my husband and I will ever have. Our friends are still raving and passing our wedding pics around, and they are also proudly framed around the house. We could not have chosen a better team in Shaun and Shannon, and I wish I could do it all over again so we could do another photo shoot.”
Erin + Justin
They give a bride
every reason to feel calm and relaxed…
There are not enough words to explain the beauty and passion behind the Menarys. Shaun, Shannon, their pictures...they give a bride every reason to feel calm and relaxed on such a special and lovingly overwhelming day. Shaun and Shannon are beyond sincere in the relationship you build with them. But the stunning photos they provide you with are a life long memory of pictures people will not stop talking about.
Melissa + Dani
Our emotions and personalities
truly come alive in the photographs!
Marty and I had a private ceremony so it was even more important for us to capture the special day to share with our family and friends. After they viewed the photographs, they felt they were as close to being there as possible. Our emotions, personalities and the beautiful venue truly come alive in the photographs! Our needs were not of the typical wedding sort but Shannon and Shaun maintained tremendous professionalism, flexibility, helpfulness and were a joy to work with! Such talent!
Joanie + Marty
Best Company in Dallas!
Fun, talented, professional
I would never work with anyone else! Fun, talented, professional, FABULOUS! BEST COMPANY IN DALLAS!
Kelly + Kyle
We were blown away by our photos
and could not have asked for better company.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Shaun and Shannon Menary. Since the first time my husband and I met them the two were so kind, accommodating and just excited about our wedding. They did a fantastic job coordinating with our timeline and knowing exactly where to shoot all of our special moments. This was a huge load off of my shoulders. We were blown away with our photos from our engagement session and wedding and could not have asked for better company. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing a photographer for their special day.
Charli + Jeff
One of my favorite parts
about our whole wedding!
“One of my favorite parts about our whole wedding! Shaun and Shannon are extremely professional and talented. The finished product was amazing. We were looking for photographers who could make themselves "invisible" and they executed perfectly. Would highly recommend.”
Yvonne + Ben
100000/10 stars, absolutely phenomenal
There are genuinely not enough words describe how absolutely amazing our wedding photos are, or how awesome Shannon and Shaun are. For my husband and me, our photographer was the most important thing. As soon as we saw the Menarys, we immediately fell in love.
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I could go on and on, but here are the most important details (and best things) about the Menarys:
• extremely easy to work with and open to talking and collaborating
• They took the time to get to know us and really got a feel for us as a couple, what we wanted for our wedding, and which moments were important.
• They create beautiful and unique shots that show your personality. We loved the more creative shots from our wedding, some of them more than the "classic" moments.
• They are completely on top of everything! There was not a single moment on my wedding day that I was worried about where the camera was or if a moment was captured. They were always right there!
• We received photos I didn't even know I wanted or forgot to add to my shot list, like portraits of just my grandparents, that will always be so special to our family.
• When I procrastinated scheduling my bridal portraits, Shaun was gracious enough to have a quicker than normal turn around so my mom could display a portrait at the wedding.
• My photos were delivered on time and came back better than we could have ever dreamed!
• They are just really cool people & easy to hang out with!
We used the Menarys for my bridal portraits, our rehearsal dinner and our wedding. They took the time to get to know us and what we wanted from our wedding photos. Thats what stood out the most! It goes without saying that the photos left us teary-eyed and completely speechless, and I still can't believe that these are my wedding photos. We love the Menarys and would recommend them to anyone who has wedding photos high on their priority list!
Mrs. McGovern