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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These are my new friends Sarah & Michael — but they insist I call him Mikey, and I kind of love it. They are getting hitched this weekend at the gorgeous Spruce Mountain Ranch and planning the most gorgeous Tuscan-themed wedding. I’m talking chianti wine, lots of family, rosemary floral arrangements, a bellini bar, Italian […]
Oh friends, words cannot express what a JOY this wedding was. We pick up Part II right after Christy & Josh’s oceanside ceremony at the Excellence Resort in Playa Mujeres, Mexico. Because of the heat and humidity, these two chose to do the majority of their pictures after the ceremony: family, bride & groom, bridesmaids, […]
In the midst of our rebrand this year, we realized three things embody René Tate Photography: first and foremost, we believe in marriage. Second, travel that makes your heart beat. And lastly, building a legacy that will impact forever. We believe the René Tate couple is undeniably adventurous. They believe in always taking the scenic route, […]
If there was ever a wedding I could shoot over and over it would be this one. I first met Ben and his family at his brother Tom’s wedding in 2012. I loved them instantly. His parents so full of the joy of the Lord, so warm and grateful. When they emailed from Indiana and said […]
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.
