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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Happy Friday!  And happy fall!  It sure has been a beautiful start to this season! I spent Labor Day weekend in a gorgeous corner of our country.  Literally, I was as far to the northwest as one could be without stepping foot into Canada.  And my goodness, is it beautiful scenery out there.  They say […]

Good morning!  Happy Monday! Today we give you the final installment of Mandy and Alex’s Icelandic adventure.  Among the highlights of our shoot was the gorgeous waterfall Svartifoss in Skafatafell National Park.  Mandy, being the geology and geography girl she is, teared up with big ol alligator tears when we hiked in and she finally […]

Good morning!  Happy Monday. Day two of Mandy and Alex’s Icelandic shoot took us on a day long tour along the southern coast of the country. Just outside of Reykjavik, we drove past this surreal green, mossy area.  As the storm clouds were literally just a few minutes behind us, we pulled over and shot […]

The past seven years have been, honestly, a dream come true.  I have been so extremely blessed to photograph hundreds of couples on some of the happiest days of their lives.  I’ve witness babies being born, mom’s meeting them for the first time.  I’ve done portraits, new borns, events, news journalism.  Blessed am I to […]

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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.

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