I have been carrying a camera since high school, instinctively drawn to documenting life as it unfolded around her. I went on to study photojournalism in college, originally intending to work for news outlets. But after unexpectedly photographing a wedding, I found my true calling. Fifteen years later, I’m still honored to witness and preserve the joy, beauty, and spontaneity of wedding days.

I believe no two weddings are the same—and that’s what keeps me inspired. I’m drawn to the history, tradition, and love each couple brings, aiming to create photographs that feel like no one else’s. My approach is rooted in presence over perfection: letting go of expectations and embracing the unexpected. A photographer I admire once said, “Instead of trying to get every beat, just get the heartbeats.” That sentiment has shaped the way I work—leaving space for real moments to unfold naturally.

At home in Grand Rapids, I am most often found chasing after my two-year-old son with my husband by her side. When I find a quiet moment, I love quilting—a craft passed down by my mom and grandmother. Becoming a parent has only deepened my appreciation for how fleeting time can be, and how powerful photographs are in helping us remember it. I am endlessly grateful to spend my life documenting love stories and creating heirlooms that will last for generations.

Abbey Moore Photography does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental ability, religion, creed or age.