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.
I tried to explain it to John. We sat on the front step of my house and I gushed about the engagement session from which I’d just returned. Mid-shoot, while they were changing, I sent him a text, “You’re going to die when you see what we’re creating!” There’s a feeling you get after you’ve […]
***Only two days left to enter! Winners will be announced on Sunday, September 11th. Tell your friends!*** This is a pinned post. Scroll down to see the latest from RTP. Bottom line: we want to bless someone with free engagement/wedding coverage for 2012. This was so awesome last year and we’re practically BFFs with Malerie […]

July is always a crazy month. Not only does my birthday fall in the middle of July, but it seems like I always have one or two out-of-state weddings. Not to mention, Colorado weddings. This July was particularly crazy due to yes, my birthday, some incredible Colorado weddings, a sweet biking accident resulting in some […]
Holy moley… I can’t believe it’s July already! And you know what that means… less than 10 days from now is a certain someone’s birthday! I’ll give ya a hint… her name rhymes with… um… beignet. Yeah.. that’s a tough one.. not a lot rhymes with my name. :-) Anyhow, Jesie and I have been […]

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.