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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Hola! Happy Monday! I’m officially taking the day off after a two jam-packed weeks of travel and photographing (and moving!). It’s been a FAST November for sure! But I just had to show you a couple images from Lee and Russell’s wedding in Cancun this past weekend. We couldn’t have asked for a better day. […]
I heard this song the other day. A song about love. It’s called Sailboats. It talks about two people being together and being adrift on a sailboat. Her love is the sea, his love is the horizon – strong and steady. The artist sings of her mate lifting her lonesome sails, as he makes the […]
When dreams become a reality… It all started back in April. With a Facebook message. And two days later, another Facebook message, followed by a blog inquiry the next day. Her name was Kristi and she was wildly excited about René Tate Photography. She used phrases like, “breathtaking,” “you’re my style,” and, “you have a […]
It was worth the wait. Trust me. Part II of Aubrey and Matt’s wedding is one to go down in history. We pick up right after the ceremony with a huge group shot of all the guests. A quick prayer while we were all together. I don’t normally post family photos, but these two were […]
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.
