Did we just become best friends?!
It's just as important to click with people as it is to click the camera.
When our clients hire us, they are hiring us to capture images that tell a story of who they are, not just what they look like. From pinning your Grandmother's handkerchief onto your dress, to putting on your something blue, we are there to make sure not one moment is missed. We love decor, dresses, and all the details, but we really love the smiles, the laughs, and the cries (even the ugly ones) that come with them.
Our goal is to connect with our clients and provide them with an authentic, gratifying experience that doesn't feel like a "portrait session" at all. In fact, many of our clients tell us they feel like they've known us forever, and with all the laughing and chatting, it didn't even feel like a photoshoot was happening.
For us, photography is a priceless tool used to freeze timeless moments in a natural, lifestyle-like approach.
Iris
Hi! My name is Iris, like the flower, not the eye :-) I'm a portrait photographer living in paradise, AKA Key West, Florida. I love to light, laughing, color and cotton candy skies. Oh, and I'm obsessed with anything that's an animal.
I wake up everyday with a heart and soul full of gratitude for living this surreal life in the southernmost city of the Continental U.S. with my two fur babies - Butters and Biscuit.
owner and lead photographer
Using my creativity, love for storytelling and obsession with mother nature, I started a photography business, specializing in capturing FUN, LOVE & HAPPY - three of my favorite things!
I'm beyond appreciative of every opportunity I get to meet and photograph people from all over the world. For me, taking photos isn't just about showing others what they can already see; it's about finding and highlighting all the natural beauty and happiness behind beautiful human interaction. All of which is often overlooked or taken for granted.
My style of photography is different in that I prefer to capture my subjects with a natural, lifestyle-like approach. While we do direct and make sure there are no awkward hands or double chins (I see you bad angles), my images are meant to tell you a story of who you are, not just what you look like.
I'm excited to chat more with you about what you're looking for in a wedding photographer, and to see if we would be a perfect fit!
Over the last 10 years, Iris Moore Photography has grown exponentially, adding over 10 different associate shooters to the team. Making it possible to offer our services even when Iris, herself, is not available. Learn more about them below (or something along those lines)
Arlette
Associate Photographer
Arlette was Iris Moore Photography’s first associate shooter on the team, almost 10 years ago. Born and raised in Key West, Arlette is an island girl at heart. Nicknamed "The Ninja", Arlette specializes in candid, documentary style coverage, especially for our grooms. She makes those "I don't like picture" grooms into "Hey, that was actually kinda fun". When she's not shooting photography, she's day trading crypto! She’s an OG associate and beyond talented!
Chelsea is usually the first person you talk to when reaching out to Iris Moore Photography. From contracts to vendor referrals, Chelsea is your girl. She has been working with Iris long enough to know all the ins and outs of the office here at Iris Moore Photo! You may even see her out second shooting/assisting in the field.
Booking & Support Specialist
Chelsea
Chris
Associate Photographer
Chris is also a Key West conch - born and raised on the island. His creative eye for portrait works is what sets his portfolio apart. His use of color and light makes him a perfect fit for our team. His calm, easy going nature keeps even the most high-stressed client at ease. Make sure to check out his Dreamscape series if you love Key West sunsets. - I linked his page - not sure if we can still do that
Hela is our fourth conch on the team. Her energy, attention to detail and creativity make her so amazing to work with. She shoots a lot of elopements and portrait sessions for the team. You can even find her second shooting at weddings or leading. She has her own photography business that she continues to build along with raising four children! She is a busy woman, so when we can have her, we are thankful.
Associate Photographer
Hela
Isabelle
Associate Photographer
Isabelle is an incredible portrait photographer that has an eye for making all things look gorgeous. Growing up in the keys, her calm and kind energy matches that of an island vibe that is much needed for a wedding day. She travels a lot, photographing a wide range of portrait, lifestyle and commercial work for her business Photos in Wonderland. Her architectural work has been featured in Architectural Digest, as her attention to detail and composition is unmatched. We are lucky to have her lead & second shoot when she is in town and available.
Lona is our additional conch on the team (born and raised in Key West). She has been photographing weddings (Blueye Images) longer than anyone on the team, including Iris! In fact, she mentored Iris when she first started in the business almost 10 years ago. These days, she is a full-time boy mom, so she opts to second shoot for Iris or lead associate shoot for our team so she can spend more time with her munchkins. She's a dream to work with and makes Iris Moore Photo even that much stronger!
Associate Photographer
Lona
Alana
Associate Photographer
Alana joins us from Orlando, after having spent some time in California shooting for a well renowned wedding/portrait photographer. She has a wonderful eye for portrait photography, making all of our couples look SO dang cute. She second shoots and lead shoots for our team, specializing in couples and intimate elopements. Her use of light and documentary style soft posing makes for the perfect captures of intimate events.
Cristina joins us from Romania! She has a great editorial flare in her work, with an emphasis on candid, documentary style shooting. She leads and second shoots and makes a great addition to the team, plus, she can sew! Which has come in handy at a few events!
Associate Photographer
Cristina
Bailey
Associate Photographer
Bailey is an associate shooter for portrait sessions and weddings here at Iris Moore Photography. She is so fun to work with and is always making everyone smile and laugh. She’s an incredible artist and such a great addition to the team, and we are very lucky to have her when she is available!
If any of the above associate photographers are not available to shoot, we have multiple associate photographers in town that work with us. They are ALL Iris Moore Photo approved for level of amazingness and most importantly, FUN. Iris of course does her amazing magic on the edit side, and it's a perfect combo for when she's not available! She also offers discounted rate on all packages that her associates shoot, but with the same guaranteed beautiful work you see on her website and Instagram.
associate photographers
“Picking a photographer for a destination wedding can be pretty scary, but after looking at her work on social media and her website, I knew she was definitely the best choice! She made everyone feel very comfortable and gave great direction. For someone like me who doesn’t do professional photos, it was such a relief that she listened to my ideas and presented her own ideas without putting pressure on me to decide everything. Iris is extremely talented!!!”
