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.
Happy Independence Day!! We have a really fun, playful shoot to kick off your holiday weekend! Erin, Zach, and I met up at the St. Thomas More Hospital in Cañon City where these two first met and fell in love. Zach, an x-ray tech, and Erin, a barista at the hospital coffee shop. Zach knew […]
I can’t think of a better way to start your morning online than with the engagement images of Rachael and Zachary! These two are very good friends of several RTP couples: Cindi & Mike, Allison & Heath, and Kim & James. I love it when that spider web of referrals happens! If you start with 1 really […]

One of the most memorable pieces of my recent wedding day was the intertwining of my Nana: I wore her wedding band as my own and her Bible was read during our ceremony. You see, she passed away from a battle with lung cancer when I was only 10. Though I only knew her on […]
These two… Benny and Kelley. #KelleyandtheJet as their Instagram hashtag says. These two were married on Sunday in June. On a day filled with more prayer, joy, laughter, and wishes for happily ever after than you could imagine. It was a day surrounded by friends, sunshine, and intention. These two were married at Chatfield Botanic […]

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.