Hi, I'm Coley Cook
Your friendly Utah Wedding Photographer.
For more than 10 years, I’ve photographed over 300 weddings and elopements, and my work has been trusted and published across Utah and beyond.
When I’m not behind the camera, I’m a mountain-loving, sports-playing, animal-obsessed mom of three girls with a competitive streak and a soft spot for a good adrenaline rush.
On a free day you’ll find me with my husband and our girls, walking our shepherd mix Veil, playing Mario Kart, chasing roller coasters at Lagoon, or escaping to the mountains whenever we can.
And after all these years, I still feel honored every single time I’m trusted to document a wedding day.
The Story behind Coley Cook Photography
My business started with a one-year-old girl and a deployment.
When my oldest daughter Ava was one, my husband was deployed and I was juggling work, daycare, and motherhood. The constant rush and the feeling of missing moments hit hard. I didn’t just want a job — I wanted a life where I could be present.
Photography began as something I loved while working at a studio. Starting my own business was a leap, but Coley Cook Photography was built from bravery, love, and the decision to align my work with what mattered most.
It still is.
If you’re looking for a photographer who truly cares about your experience and the memories you’re creating, I’d love to hear about your plans.
Meet CoCO
The Little Red Fox
The red fox symbolizes adaptability, intuition, and creativity.
Adaptable when timelines shift or weather changes.
Intuitive when reading the room.
Creative in how I compose, observe, and preserve what matters most.
Confident enough to guide your day without ever overpowering it.
CoCo is also a tribute to my oldest daughter, Avalee Fox, the heart behind how this business came to exist.
My Approach
I am at my absolute best on a wedding day. Put me in the middle of it all, and I’m completely in my element.
There’s a beautiful mix of creativity, emotion, and organized chaos that I’m made for. I thrive on helping couples feel relaxed, keeping the energy fun, and capturing moments as they naturally unfold.
My approach is intuitive and people-first. I read the room, guide you naturally, and adjust quickly so nothing feels stiff or overly posed. You’ll get direction when you need it, space when you don’t, and a whole lot of real laughter in between. It should feel effortless — like your favorite hype friend who just happens to know how to find the best light.
When you look back at your gallery years from now, I want you to feel the energy of the day — the movement, the hugs, the dance floor joy, the quiet in-between moments. Not just beautiful images, but a living memory of how it all felt.
“Let me tell you — she is amazing at what she does. And not only that, you can tell she truly ENJOYS IT!”
-Angela
Fun Facts about me
No More Stranger Danger
Go Southern Utah University
-I threw Javelin & Hammer in college.
-I have a degree in Biology and Chemistry and I love nerdy conversations and facts.
Tell me about your Pets
-I worked in Veterinary Medicine prior to photography.
-I love talking about animals.
-Another dream job would be to be a Vet for a Zoo.
My dream place to photograph a wedding
-I will chase you to the Dolomites in Italy faster than a hungry cheetah chases an antelope.
-Mandan Summit at Sundance! Girl, CALL ME!
When in my Relaxin' Chair, I'm reading
-Any Brandon Sanderson
-Dungeon Crawler Carl
-Red Rising
-Reading to my Girls
Favorite Food
-Tillamook Icecream
-My Dad's T-bone steak and BBQ chicken
-My Mom's ham and funeral potatoes
Nerdy things I love
- Zelda & Nintendo games
-Harry Potter and all things fantastical
-Playing Volleyball and Softball
-Four Wheeling with my family
You'll Love Me IF...
• You want confident direction that never feels awkward or stiff.
• You value photography as part of the experience, not just a checklist item.
• You enjoy a little banter and a lot of laughter.
• You’re ready to embrace your day fully and ride the wave.
• You care about connection just as much as aesthetics.
• You want a photographer who celebrates your goofy, happy, fully-yourself energy.
• You appreciate someone who can adapt, read the room, and lead when needed.
You deserve a photographer who is all in — present, intuitive, prepared, and genuinely excited to be there.
If that’s the kind of experience you’re looking for, I’m your girl. I’ll celebrate with you, guide you with confidence, and document your day with intention and heart.
Let’s create something you’ll feel for the rest of your life.
Let's connect
If you feel like we might be a great fit, I'd love to hear about your plans and get to know you.