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.
Grab your tissues. And watch this. Now isn’t that the dream? The hope? That 75 years from now your love will be 75 times sweet than it was the day you said, “I do?” I think Fred and Lorranie put this whole wedding thing into perspective. In this keeping-up-with-the-Joneses world and a day and age […]
The other night my friend Jason and I were driving home from an engagement shoot. He’d been helping me as a second shooter. We were in this discussion about wine, which, let’s be honest, is where most of our discussions lie. I confessed my problem of having too many special wines (good problem to have, […]

Good morning, Friday! I come to you with a peaceful heart. A filled cup. A very clean office and desk. Life just feels good. Put together. My ducks are in row. And it feels great. This morning I spent a little QT on the porch swing with my Bible and Jesus Calling book. And also […]
We always talk about how different we are. How we couldn’t have more opposite styles of communication. He’s broad. I’m detailed. He listens. I talk. But for the record, he loves the details. He loves to listen. He always asks, “How’s every little thing, baby girl?” But there are days when he fails to communicate […]

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.