René Tate Photography

Archive for November, 2011

Engaged: Ashton & Mike

21.11.11 engagements

“So, Mike, how did you know you were ready to marry this girl?” I asked with a soft smile looking up at his tall, six-foot-something frame.

He looked down at me with the biggest grin as a chuckle escaped his mouth.  With a sure nod of his head and a shrug of his shoulders, he said, “Oh, you know, one day you just wake up and you realize you can’t let something so good get away.”

Because sometimes it’s just that easy.

Ashton and Mike, I can’t wait to get to know you better.  You’re the perfect blend of sweetness and confidence.  I know that sounds like a strange blend, but I think it’s good.  Thank you for a fun day!  I can’t think of a better way to spend my Halloween. :-)

With joy,
René

16 Comments

  1. Nicole Carr said

    That last shot is incredible!!!

  2. Kara Kochenberger said

    All these pictures are amazing! I don’t think I can pick a favorite. Love you both!!!

  3. laurie said

    Wow!!! Are these the most beautiful you’ve ever seen?! The photos and the couple!!!

  4. laurie said

    Wow! Are these the most beautiful you’ve ever seen?! The photos and the couple!!!

  5. Lindsay Smith said

    Pictures are amazing! I can’t tell you how happy I am for you two! Love you Ash!

  6. Kaylene Archuleta said

    These pictures are absolutely amazing! A match made in heaven :)

  7. Rachel Espinoza said

    These pictures really capture your guys true sassyness!

  8. Stephanie Espinoza said

    True love captured in all its’ bliss! :)

  9. Stephanie Espinoza said

    True love captured in all its’ bliss!

  10. Sarah Thiebaut said

    Ashton & Mike you are an amazing couple! Your pictures are BEAUTIFUL!! Love them!

  11. Sarah Thiebaut said

    Ashton & Mike you are such an amazing couple! Your pictures are BEAUTIFUL!

  12. Kami said

    She wore the PERFECT outfits for this! Beautiful!

  13. Bernadette said

    Ashton and Mike, you both look amazing. So happy for both of you!!! Great pics!!!

  14. Alyssa said

    Ashton Mae you look beautiful!!!

  15. Shannon Coker said

    SUCH AN AWESOME SESSION!!! Beautiful tones and colors! :) Adore it!

  16. Ashton said

    Love Love Love! Thank you Rene for your awesome work!



Alyssa & Kevin’s Wedding Video

17.11.11 the latest & greatest

Remember my sweet brother and his wife Alyssa who Jesie photographed in June?  If not, definitely check out their wedding (and Jes’s work here).  Well, their wedding video is finally here!  Adam Grumbo, the same mad visionary and talent who did my promo video, shot Alyssa and Kev’s wedding.  AUH-Mazing!  He’s a genius behind the camera – I definitely recommend him.  You can find out more information on Adam Grumbo Wedding Films here.

Now this is just a teaser, actually.  The full-length 20 minute video isn’t quite ready yet, but when it is, you’ll be the first to know. ;-)

6 Comments

  1. Joyce Tate said

    This is excellent. I can’t wait to see the entire video. A wonderful way to live the day over and over again. So happy and proud of my son and wonderful new daughter-in-law. So glad my Rene’ had Adam do this for them. She’s the best. Something they will treasure forever. Love you all, Mom

  2. Alicia said

    Oh my goodness, this is AMAZING!!! What an amazing gift to have after their wedding day. I totally wish I would have known about this videographer and I would have totally done the same thing. AMAZING. Wow, what excitement about their wedding this shows!

  3. Bernadette said

    I have watched this video over and over again and again! And…the more I watch the video, the more I cry. So beautiful! Adam’s work is absolutely amazing! I am so looking forward to seeing the video in its entirety. Thanks for the seek peek Rene.

  4. Melissa said

    BAWLING My eyes out! <3

  5. Tonya Shanahan said

    I love his work.

  6. Amber said

    Oh, I love this so, so much. Thanks for sharing Rene:).



Denver: Elise & Jon – Part II

16.11.11 weddings

Good afternoon!  We pick up with part II of Elise and Jon’s wedding, but before we do, I want to give a special shout out to Danielle Odil of Something Classic Events.  Danielle coordinated Jon and Elise’s wedding from top to bottom and, as always, did a fabulous job putting everything together and keeping us on track.  Thank YOU Danielle!

If you’ve ever been in for a consultation, Danielle’s card is in that spiffy little orange pouch that we give you. :-)

Alas, Elise and Jon, Part II…

4 Comments

  1. Kami said

    Totally stunning. Great work, ladies!

  2. Alicia said

    Elise is such a gorgeous subject! :) What a beautiful bride. And the colors in those wedding party photos are beautiful! (That Sara bridesmaid is a fox too!)

  3. Deacon Cindy said

    Elise and Jon…your photographer was everywhere and took exquisite photos. What a treasure for. Truly a dynamic feet to get all these poses. The group was extraordinnaire!!!!!Love and many blessings, Beloveds, In Jesus’ Name…..Me+

  4. Melissa said

    She is a kock-out! You can see the love they have for each other in each and every single one of these photos. Just beautiful.



Denver: Elise & Jon – Part I

15.11.11 weddings

Good morning!  Happy Tuesday everyone. :-)  I’m back from San Diego and D.C. and trying to get my life put back together after three weeks on the road.  In the meantime, I wanted to share with you our last wedding of the year (unless something short notice comes up!) of Elise and Jon. There is so much eye candy in this wedding it’s hard to handle!  You remember their engagement pictures on the sailboats, right?  Yeah, it’s that kind of eye candy.

Enjoy!

With love,
René

8 Comments

  1. Aunt Caren said

    These pictures are so special. Really capture every moment of their special day. Great job

  2. Malerie said

    Her ring!! PERFECTION.

  3. Kami said

    SO pretty!!

  4. Emily said

    These are stunning, Rene. Simply stunning.

  5. Arjun Nirmal said

    Exquisite pics.. Loved every single pic.. U have got the real talent in you..
    Thank You!!

  6. Rose said

    Rene, thank you so much for sharing! Your pictures are always exquisite!

  7. Danielle said

    Beautiful work Rene and Jesie! Love you guys!

  8. LINDSAY WOLKING said

    Rene, Thank you for another inspirational wedding!
    You’ve got it, girl!