The blog is where life’s stories unfold—captured, celebrated, and preserved. From weddings to family moments to newborn milestones, I share insights, tips, and reflections on creating images that endure. Join me here, explore the work, and discover the timeless beauty in every story.
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I have the coolest brides and grooms. Have you ever just CLICKED with someone? I’m talkin’ about first interaction clickage. That was Emily and I. Jesie always tells me I have the best gut reactions and that they’ve never led us astray; I’m happy to say Emily and Jake are another win for my gut! […]
In the course of my career, I’ve taken close to 300,000 professional photographs. Last week I was asked to select five to ten of my favorite images for use in a class I’m helping to instruct in Vegas next week. FIVE TO TEN? Out of hundreds of thousands? It was the hardest thing I’ve had […]
The final part of Kevin and Eryn’s wedding picks up at their incredible evening ceremony at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in Columbia, South Carolina. Loved the piano accompaniment. Eryn’s grandpa gave the sweetest message about dressing yourself in clothes of love. She’s just checkin’ out the finished product after Kevin slid on her wedding band. […]
Eryn and Kevin’s South Carolina wedding resumes at their first look that took place at the top of the state capitol building. It was a cool, overcast, drizzly afternoon and the pristine capitol building served as the perfect shelter and backdrop. Love this shot of his face and just the tip of her flowers: This […]
To be the one who says, “This moment stays,” is one of the greatest honors of my life. I’m René, and I create images that are romantic, timeless, enduring, and authentic. My work is unhurried and intentional, meant to be returned to again and again, like photographs tucked into a grandmother’s cedar chest, preserving your family’s story and legacy. I’m deeply passionate about honoring both the legacy you’re building and the one you’re already part of, and my hope is that the images we create together are cherished for generations to come.
