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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Jesie and I walked swiftly through the Pheonix airport to our gate. Each pulling behind us our matching LowePro camera bag. Weaving in and out of people, huffing and puffing we arrived at our gate just as our group, A48, was boarding. Perfect timing. We were flying Southwest and stepped onto the aircraft with one […]
I always loved that Stereofuse song, “Everything.” The lyrics are about a girl who is loved. A girl who has a man in her life that would give her everything. A girl who just happens to be born on the 14th of July… I remember you do you remember me too Born on the 14th […]
Saying it just makes me feel flighty. I picture myself in goucho pants, green framed glasses, and and curly frizzy hair. As if my straight hair would ever do such a thing. When I describe myself as this word I feel irresponsible, poor, and addicted to herbal teas. I picture a really messy office, my […]
We joke about my staff meetings. Whether they’re by myself or just me and Jesie over a cup of Starbucks. We joke about asking my boss if I can leave early. (She usually lets me.) We joke about having an RTP board of directors. Officially, we don’t, but in reality, we kind of do. … […]
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.
