Introduction in the Navajo Language, as a Diné. Yá’át’ééh! Shí eí Rae Yazzie yinishyé. Tódích’íí’nii nishłį́, Tó Dík’ózhí báshíshchíín. Tł’ááshchí’í dashicheii. Tsi’naajinii dashinalí. Shimá éi Sandra Yazzie Wolyē. Shizhé’é Ricky Yazzie Wolyē. Ákót’éego diné asdzáán nishłį́. Tséhootsooí kééhasht’į́, Chʼínílį́ déé’ naashá. Ahéhee’.

Translated to English is, Hello my name is Rae Yazzie. My clans are Bitter Water born for the Salt Water People. My maternal grandfather's first clan is The Red Cheeks People. My paternal grandfather's class is The Black Streak Wood People. My parents are Sandra and Ricky Yazzie. I am a Navajo woman. I reside in Fort Defiance, from Chinle. Thank you. 

Rae is a fine art documentary photographer specializing in exploring the landscapes of the Navajo Nation. Her work captures the intricate relationship between natural light and the textures of the land, drawing deep inspiration from the rich history and culture of her homeland.

Rae's journey into photography began in middle school when she discovered the art of developing photographs, sparking a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. Today, her images reflect a deep connection to the places she grew up, blending artistry with a sense of place and heritage.