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.
Top of the evening to you! Check me out making my video blog debut! Okay, so I was a little lazy this evening and thought a video would be fun (and slightly easier) after the day I’ve had. What do you think? Lame? Should we do more video updates??
Yes, yes, yes… We have the Wedding Experience, the Engagement Experience, and now we’re so happy to introduce to you the…. the Gestation Experience!!! Wait. What? The Gestation Experience?! Sorry, I mean, we’re thrilled to introduce to you the… Maternology Experience!! Haha No, I’m only kidding. Well, only about the title. We are, in fact, […]

I remember being a little girl… a little shy, quiet girl with hair almost as long as she was tall. And as I finally grew into that long head of hair, I remember desiring to be this free spirit. I didn’t think it was me. I thought was too practical. Too straight-laced. But somewhere in […]
So I’m not gonna lie, my legs went a little numb when I read Mary Marantz’ Tweet notifying the whole world that they had posted a blog feature on some “up and coming” photographer and saw that the name associated was MINE! Justin and Mary are some pretty incredible business owners and photographers based out […]

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.