late night love post:

A note for my late night readers,

This is for the fighters. The lovers. The survivors. The dreamers who have walked through fire.

Every time I step behind the camera at DevRenee Portraits, I bring my whole heart because I know what it feels like to be shattered and rebuilt, to find love again after losing yourself, to discover safety after chaos, to reclaim your body, and to realize you’ve been worthy all along.

To anyone reading this, know that every misstep and heartache has a purpose. Every bruise taught you to stand taller, and every wound became a roadmap guiding you to exactly where you need to be. When I hold space for you in a boudoir session, I’m not just capturing a photo — I’m honoring every piece of your journey. This isn’t just photography; it’s a celebration of resilience, of finding beauty in brokenness, and of unapologetically loving who you are, right here, right now.

I have been loved, I have been shattered, and I have risen again, surrounded by the incredible women who have lifted me up. Being here, as a mother, a friend, a photographer, and a woman who has fought for every piece of joy, safety, and peace — this is where I am supposed to be, sharing this with you.

So pour your fucking heart out, let yourself feel that RAW, beautiful joy, and capture this moment for everything it’s worth. Let’s honor your story. Allow yourself to be seen, loved, and celebrated, exactly as you are.

with all my fucking heart,
I love you guys,

Dev