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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Such a thrill to be blow drying your hair and all of the sudden receive THIS Twitter notification on your iPhone: We are so incredibly honored to be featured, alongside with my amazing clients Mandy and Alex, on Destination I Do‘s blog! I definitely did the happy dance with a round brush still entwined in […]
This is an oldie, but a goodie. Last summer, I had the [incredibly, amazing, surreal] chance to do Mandy and Alex’s pre-wedding photography all around southern Iceland. You can see their images here, here, and here. Dearest René Tate, You are SO AWESOME! We approve!!! Oh gosh, we are so so so thankful we got […]
Katy and Matt’s wedding is coming up this Valentine’s Day weekend. We are so excited to work with them, especially after this awesome feedback from their engagement photos last month! These two get René Tate Photography. We do aim to capture your personalities, while also trying to dig a little deeper into something more intimate, […]
I can hardly write this post without stopping every few words to look at my left hand. I CANNOT believe there is an engagement ring on this left hand! And not only that, but the thing sparkles like crazy under these Starbucks lights! You guys. Can we just take a second to absorb this? I […]
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.
