Manhattan Beach Anniversary Portraits: Kristi & Brett

Oh, well hey there! TGIF!

I could get used to these California sunsets… I don’t know, there’s just something about not having a 14,000′ mountain blocking your light that does the body good!

So stoked about these images of one of our fabulous, faithful RTP couples, Kristi & Brett, and the sweetest little one-year-old around: Ben!  Watching my couples grow and start families of their own is just so neat.  What a blessing to be invited back to document their journey!

I met up with these two while in L.A. in their home of Manhattan Beach, California.  We cruised down to one of their favorite parks and played in the grass, then we were off to catch sunset on the water.  These images were taken just a few days shy of Kristi & Brett’s five year anniversary! (Remember when I met Tim Tebow? Yeah. That was at Kristi’s getting ready hotel.) They were also taken just a few days after Ben’s first birthday, so this was definitely a special shoot! So glad I could be there for them!

As always, couples portraits are our thing. But we LOVE documenting our couples as their families grow!  Kristi & Brett, thanks for being such faithful RTP fans.  I just love you guys!

With joy,
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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