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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You are in for a treat! Our last wedding of 2010 was an incredibly, beautiful destination wedding in Cancun. The only things more beautiful than the destination are the couple, Lee and Russell, and their wonderful families. I showed up to this wedding and received some sweet southern comfort! Lee and her folks are from […]
It is impossible to fit in this little white box the power of this past weekend. Seriously. Saturday and Sunday marked our first semi-annual René Tate Photography retreat weekend. Jesie, Michael, myself, and a longtime RTP visionary and marketing guru, Shawn, joined together for a weekend that held more than we ever could have expected […]
I can’t believe it’s Friday already! It seems like only a couple of Fridays ago that Cynthia and Jason were married. It was an abnormally perfect day in October – in the 70s – that these two tied the knot. It was nearly a full year ago that Cynthia first met with me, her fiancé […]
If you follow me at all, you’ve probably heard about this elusive Michael person once or twice. Maybe in passing. Maybe in a Tweet. Maybe on the blog. Maybe you’ve received an email from him. Perhaps you’ve heard of him referred to as Miguel, as he often is, and were extra confused. Because you see, […]
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.
