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.
Oh happy day! Hanja & Rich are engaged! What I LOVE about these two, and I think it’s going to be their secret sauce to longevity of their marriage, is how they have fun. You’ll see in these images that these two know how to laugh together, but from that comes an element to ease […]
There comes a time when the wait is finally over. When you realize that every heartache you’ve ever had has lead you to this moment. It happens in the blink of an eye, without preparation. You think you know what you’re looking for, until what you’re looking finds you. Just like that. The wait is over. The […]

Oh friends, what a sweet night it is. Meredith and Frank are engaged! It’s funny how life works out sometimes… Years ago, Meredith met Frank in bar. Not much materialized, because you know, life gets in the way sometimes. But life doesn’t stop true love from happening. Nearly a year to the day later, Meredith fell […]
We talked about dip kisses and Lauren quipped with a chuckle, “When I dip, you dip, dip we dip,” something John and I say all the time. Jokingly, Ryan said that’s his favorite song but I soon learned his actual favorite song is quite possibly The Thunder Rolls, which I had just played on repeat […]

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.