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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I know it’s not Memorial Day or Labor Day or Independence Day or even Armed Forces Day… but just thought I’d take this opportunity to share this image (and quote!) with you. Taken in Malibu at the lovely Pepperdine campus just weeks ago while in CA for Kristin and Michael’s wedding. If possible today, thank […]
Just a little something to make you smile as you approach this new week… :) Cat Stevens’ If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out is one of my all time favorite songs. It’s the theme song to one of my favorite movies: Harold and Maude! Cat sings about following your bliss… Kind of like […]
Happy Monday!! Er, Tuesday rather… Today’s kind of like my Monday. Jes and I just returned from California yesterday… we were there to shoot Kristin and Michael’s destination wedding! It’s unbelievable how quickly time flies. I feel like I just shot K&M’s engagement images. They are absolutely adorable. Take a peek at them and get […]
[Upon opening the Well of the Souls and peering down into it] Sallah: Indy, why does the floor move? Indiana: Give me your torch. [Sallah does, and Indy drops it in] Indiana: Snakes. Why’d it have to be snakes? Sallah: Asps. Very dangerous. You go first. Had a super cool family shoot today…. Stay tuned. […]
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.
