1 Year: Patricia & Sam

Good morning Wednesday!

Today we have a sweet treat for you.  You’ve seen them here before on the blog in their engagement and wedding images. Next month, Sam and Patricia celebrate their first year of married life!  Sam was thinking ahead and picked up one of our Black Friday specials last November – the only time we ever discount our shoots – and got an anniversary shoot for Patricia as a Christmas gift.  Our Black Friday specials include a 1 hour session and all the digital files.  Be on the look out for it this year!

Such a treat to photograph these two.  Sam’s been deployed for the first half of this year, so their energy and chemistry was terrific in these images as he had only been home for a few weeks. While Sam was away, Patricia and I, both Air Force wives, developed a great friendship over half-priced bottles of wine at the Blue Star in Colorado Springs on Sunday nights. :)

Love these two.  Sam and Patricia, God is good.  John and I are so blessed to call you clients-turned-friends.  Stay warm in your new base of Minot! We hope to spend some time with you over the holidays.

So much love and joy to you,
René

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With 20 years of experience, I bring a calm, steady presence to your most meaningful days. I specialize in documenting relationships over time—from weddings and anniversaries to babies and families—with a love for black-and-white imagery, honest moments, and photographs that belong in albums, not just on a feed. There are no forced poses or “pretend to” prompts here, only space for what’s real. I’m not just here for the highlight; I’m here for the history you’re creating.

And I can't wait to capture your story

Hi! i'm rené, your
photog & legacy keeper

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