The most epic desert red rock portraits

Moab Destination Portrait Sessions

Two people stand at Dead Horse Point State Park overlooking the dramatic Colorado River bend during a cloudy sunset.

Moab Destination Portrait Photographer

Moab is bold, raw, and completely unforgettable — towering arches, red rock cliffs, and landscapes that feel like another planet.


If you want photos that feel adventurous, earthy, and a little wild… Moab delivers every time.

 

 

A minimalist line drawing of a fox walking gracefully, rendered in soft beige tones on a white background.
Panoramic view of red sandstone cliffs and desert landscape in Monument Valley during sunset.

A bold, Earthy adventure




These sessions are about embracing the landscape — climbing to an arch, kicking up red sand, and capturing moments that feel real and grounded.


I’ll guide you through locations like Arches, Dead Horse Point, and surrounding areas to create a session that feels both adventurous and intentional.

Check your Dates

What's included in every session

Moab Destination Sessions

No matter which package you choose, you’ll receive the full experience. I’ll guide you through location and outfit planning, and you’ll receive a proofing gallery to select your favorite images. Travel is included. Your final edited images will be delivered in a beautiful online gallery with high-resolution downloads and a print release.

Circular logo for Coley Cook Photography featuring elegant interlocked letters in warm brown on white background.

 

The Moab Experience

 

A couple stands together on red rock formations in a desert landscape under cloudy skies.
  • Location guidance (Arches, Canyonlands, hidden spots)


  • Timeline planning around heat + crowds


  • Sunrise/sunset recommendations


  • Light hiking + climbing options


  • Outfit guidance (earth tones, flow, texture)


  • Movement-based posing


  • Permit + park guidance
A pair of rugged lace-up hiking boots rendered in a light sketch style illustration on a white background.

 

Coley Cook Photography


Moab Portraits Sessions


4 package selections

 

All Moab session packages include travel to and around the Moab area, along with a seamless, guided experience from start to finish. Your final edited images will be delivered in an online gallery with high-resolution downloads and a print release. Light retouching is included to refine skin and remove small distractions while keeping everything natural and true to you.

A group sits on red rock formations in an outdoor desert landscape with multiple similar poses and compositions.

Package One

 

 

1 hour session

One location

40+ edited images

$50 print credit

 

 

 

from $ 1000

 

Inquire
Wedding couple poses beneath towering sandstone arch formations in a desert canyon setting.

Package Two

 

2–3 hour session

Multiple close locations

80+ edited images

$50 print credit

 

 

from $ 1600

 

Inquire
Couple in wedding attire stands against stunning red rock formations in Arches National Park at sunset.

Package  Three

 

 

Sunrise + Sunset Sessions

Multiple locations

100+ edited images

 

 

 

from $ 2400

 

Inquire
Couple in wedding attire walking along red rock formations at sunset in a desert landscape.

Package Four

2-Day Coverage

Two sessions across days

Multiple Locations

100+ edited images

$100 print credit

 

from $ 2900

 

Inquire

Planning your Moab session


Coley will help with figuring out...




Sunrise + sunset strongly recommended


Summer (especially July) can be extremely hot — I do not photograph in Moab in July


Spring + fall are ideal times for Moab


Expect some hiking + exploring


National park entry fees or special permits may apply

Coley Cook Photography weddings and elopements logo featuring an illustrated fox holding a camera surrounded by flowers.

Zion Destination Photo Session FAQ

Do we need a permits?

Some areas may require them. I'll guide you through everything.

Will we have to hike or climb?

Yes, light to medium walking/hiking will be required for most locations. It's part of the experience, but I keep it manageable and always work within your comfort level.

What should we wear?

I'll help you choose outfits that complement the red rock tones beautifully. Proper shoe wear is a must!

Can you help us plan everything?

I'll guide location, timeline, and logistics so it feels easy. I can also recommend other quality vendors like hair and make up and dress rentals if you would like!

When will we receive our photos?

You will receive sneak peeks within one week, and your full gallery within 3 weeks of our shoot date.

Is Moab very hot?

Yes, especially in summer. Temperatures are typically 90-100 Fahrenheit with little shade. Planning timing seasonally can be very important to your experience and photo session.

 

Adventure Sessions


Real Moab Galleries


those that adventure together live happy

 

A person in a flowing black dress stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the dramatic canyons and mesas of Dead Horse Point.
Scenic panoramic view of red rock formations and desert landscape at Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah.
Person in a black dress sits on rocky terrain overlooking a scenic desert canyon landscape with distant mountains.
Scenic view of red rock cliffs overlooking the winding Colorado River in Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah.
A series of photos showing a person sitting precariously on the edge of red rock cliffs overlooking Lake Powell's blue waters.
Person sits on edge of Grand Canyon cliff overlooking vast desert landscape and deep canyon walls at sunset.
A panoramic series of photos showing the dramatic red rock cliffs and winding river at Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah.
A scenic view of Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah with a person admiring the vast canyon landscape at sunset.
A couple in wedding attire stands on red desert cliffs at Arches National Park with dramatic rock formations in background.
Panoramic view of red rock formations and desert landscape in Arches National Park during a wedding ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire walks through the stunning red rock formations of Arches National Park in Utah.
A series of red sandstone rock formations in Arches National Park against a deep blue desert sky.
A scenic panoramic view of red rock formations at Arches National Park in Utah during golden hour.
A couple in wedding attire walks along a scenic red rock canyon path in soft sunlight.
A wedding couple poses against red rock formations in a desert landscape with flowing white dress and black suit.
A couple shares intimate moments in front of red rock canyon walls during their desert wedding photoshoot.
A couple in wedding attire embraces under a dramatic red rock arch formation in a desert landscape.
A couple shares an intimate moment under dramatic red rock arches in a desert landscape.
Wedding couple poses beneath towering sandstone arch formations in a desert canyon setting.
A flowing white wedding dress train trails elegantly against red desert canyon walls.
Close-up of a white wedding dress with macrame fringe detail and a cactus tattoo on the wearer's arm.
A bride in a flowing white dress twirls and dances among towering desert canyon walls.
A couple in wedding attire share romantic moments at sunset among desert rocks and twisted trees.
A couple in wedding attire stands silhouetted against stunning red rock formations at Arches National Park during sunset.
A couple walks along a desert path surrounded by red rock formations and desert brush under a cloudy sunset sky.
Wedding couple stands against backdrop of majestic red rock formations at sunset in desert landscape.
Intimate wedding couple embraces against a desert landscape backdrop at sunset.
Desert landscape with dramatic red rock formations and cloudy skies at Arches National Park during golden hour.
A happy couple embraces and laughs together during a desert photo session with dramatic cloudy skies.
A couple walks together on a desert path with dramatic storm clouds overhead.
A bride in a flowing white dress poses against dramatic red rock formations in a desert landscape.
Family sitting together on red sandstone rock formations in a desert landscape.
A group of people stand beneath a towering red rock arch formation in a desert setting.
People relaxing on red rock ledges against a dramatic desert cliff backdrop.
People stand in a row along a scenic red rock formation in a desert landscape at sunset.
Panoramic view of red sandstone cliffs and desert landscape in Monument Valley during sunset.
People lined up against dramatic red rock formations in what appears to be a desert national park setting.
People walking along red rock formations with desert brush in the foreground.
A group sits together on red desert rocks with towering sandstone formations in Monument Valley during sunset.
A small figure in an emerald green dress twirls joyfully against a backdrop of red rock formations in a desert landscape.
A couple embraces in a narrow sandstone canyon alcove wearing formal wedding attire.
Hikers explore towering red rock canyon walls in Arches National Park during golden hour.
Wedding couple poses against red rock canyon walls in romantic desert elopement ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire embrace while standing on rustic wooden flooring viewed from above.
A person in a gray suit adjusts their tie while standing against a red rock wall backdrop.
A couple in wedding attire stands against towering red rock formations at Arches National Park in Utah.
Two people walk together through a scenic desert landscape with towering red rock formations at Arches National Park.
A couple embraces during sunset at Arches National Park with red rock formations in the background.
Couple in wedding attire stands against stunning red rock formations in Arches National Park at sunset.
A couple shares an intimate moment against the backdrop of red rock formations in Arches National Park at sunset.
A couple shares an intimate moment among red rock formations and desert brush at sunset in Arches National Park.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress with long train poses in front of majestic red rock arches in the desert.
Silhouetted figures stand against a purple sunset sky creating a dramatic panoramic view.
A silhouetted figure stands beneath a natural rock arch formation against a dusky purple sky.
Panoramic view of red rock formations and desert landscape under blue skies.
Two people walk along a scenic desert cliff edge with dramatic cloudy skies in the background.
Panoramic view of a desert landscape with a winding river and scattered vegetation under a cloudy sky.
People stand on dramatic red rock formations overlooking a vast desert landscape at sunset.
A silhouetted figure stands on red rock formations at Arches National Park during sunset against a cloudy sky.
Silhouetted figures pose on a scenic red sandstone cliff edge against a cloudy mountain backdrop.
A couple shares an intimate moment on a dramatic cliff edge overlooking misty mountain vistas at sunset.
A couple playfully interacts on red sandstone formations during a cloudy day.
A couple stands together on red rock formations in a desert landscape under cloudy skies.
A romantic moment shared on rocky cliffs overlooking a vast desert landscape.
A couple embraces intimately against a white studio backdrop in warm earth-toned clothing.
A romantic black and white photo series of a couple sharing intimate moments on desert rocks.
A romantic moment captured on red rock cliffs with dramatic cloudy skies in the background.
A romantic moment captured between a couple on red desert rocks under cloudy skies.
A couple poses playfully on red rock formations in a desert landscape during what appears to be an engagement photoshoot.
A person poses on red sandstone rocks wearing a black jacket and khaki pants in the desert landscape.
A couple shares tender moments at sunset on red rock formations in a desert setting.
A couple walks along the edge of a red rock cliff at sunset with dramatic cloudy skies overhead.
A couple dances together on red rocks overlooking a misty canyon landscape at dusk.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a mountain ridge during sunset with dramatic cloudy skies.
Black and white portrait session on desert rocks with dramatic cloudy backdrop.
A white dress and boots against red rock formations in a desert landscape at sunset.
A couple poses on red rock formations with a lone tree and cloudy sky backdrop.
A couple dances together on red rock formations during sunset in a desert landscape.
Couple walking hand in hand across red desert rocks during golden hour.
A couple stands on red desert cliffs overlooking a misty canyon landscape.
Panoramic view of a vast desert canyon landscape with dramatic cloudy skies and distant figures on the rim.
A couple embraces on red rock cliffs overlooking a dramatic desert canyon landscape under moody storm clouds.
Romantic couple sharing intimate moments on red rock formations at sunset.
A person in a flowing black dress stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the dramatic canyons and mesas of Dead Horse Point.
Scenic panoramic view of red rock formations and desert landscape at Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah.
Person in a black dress sits on rocky terrain overlooking a scenic desert canyon landscape with distant mountains.
Scenic view of red rock cliffs overlooking the winding Colorado River in Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah.
A series of photos showing a person sitting precariously on the edge of red rock cliffs overlooking Lake Powell's blue waters.
Person sits on edge of Grand Canyon cliff overlooking vast desert landscape and deep canyon walls at sunset.
A panoramic series of photos showing the dramatic red rock cliffs and winding river at Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah.
A scenic view of Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah with a person admiring the vast canyon landscape at sunset.
A couple in wedding attire stands on red desert cliffs at Arches National Park with dramatic rock formations in background.
Panoramic view of red rock formations and desert landscape in Arches National Park during a wedding ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire walks through the stunning red rock formations of Arches National Park in Utah.
A series of red sandstone rock formations in Arches National Park against a deep blue desert sky.
A scenic panoramic view of red rock formations at Arches National Park in Utah during golden hour.
A couple in wedding attire walks along a scenic red rock canyon path in soft sunlight.
A wedding couple poses against red rock formations in a desert landscape with flowing white dress and black suit.
A couple shares intimate moments in front of red rock canyon walls during their desert wedding photoshoot.
A couple in wedding attire embraces under a dramatic red rock arch formation in a desert landscape.
A couple shares an intimate moment under dramatic red rock arches in a desert landscape.
Wedding couple poses beneath towering sandstone arch formations in a desert canyon setting.
A flowing white wedding dress train trails elegantly against red desert canyon walls.
Close-up of a white wedding dress with macrame fringe detail and a cactus tattoo on the wearer's arm.
A bride in a flowing white dress twirls and dances among towering desert canyon walls.
A couple in wedding attire share romantic moments at sunset among desert rocks and twisted trees.
A couple in wedding attire stands silhouetted against stunning red rock formations at Arches National Park during sunset.
A couple walks along a desert path surrounded by red rock formations and desert brush under a cloudy sunset sky.
Wedding couple stands against backdrop of majestic red rock formations at sunset in desert landscape.
Intimate wedding couple embraces against a desert landscape backdrop at sunset.
Desert landscape with dramatic red rock formations and cloudy skies at Arches National Park during golden hour.
A happy couple embraces and laughs together during a desert photo session with dramatic cloudy skies.
A couple walks together on a desert path with dramatic storm clouds overhead.
A bride in a flowing white dress poses against dramatic red rock formations in a desert landscape.
Family sitting together on red sandstone rock formations in a desert landscape.
A group of people stand beneath a towering red rock arch formation in a desert setting.
People relaxing on red rock ledges against a dramatic desert cliff backdrop.
People stand in a row along a scenic red rock formation in a desert landscape at sunset.
Panoramic view of red sandstone cliffs and desert landscape in Monument Valley during sunset.
People lined up against dramatic red rock formations in what appears to be a desert national park setting.
People walking along red rock formations with desert brush in the foreground.
A group sits together on red desert rocks with towering sandstone formations in Monument Valley during sunset.
A small figure in an emerald green dress twirls joyfully against a backdrop of red rock formations in a desert landscape.
A couple embraces in a narrow sandstone canyon alcove wearing formal wedding attire.
Hikers explore towering red rock canyon walls in Arches National Park during golden hour.
Wedding couple poses against red rock canyon walls in romantic desert elopement ceremony.
A couple in wedding attire embrace while standing on rustic wooden flooring viewed from above.
A person in a gray suit adjusts their tie while standing against a red rock wall backdrop.
A couple in wedding attire stands against towering red rock formations at Arches National Park in Utah.
Two people walk together through a scenic desert landscape with towering red rock formations at Arches National Park.
A couple embraces during sunset at Arches National Park with red rock formations in the background.
Couple in wedding attire stands against stunning red rock formations in Arches National Park at sunset.
A couple shares an intimate moment against the backdrop of red rock formations in Arches National Park at sunset.
A couple shares an intimate moment among red rock formations and desert brush at sunset in Arches National Park.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress with long train poses in front of majestic red rock arches in the desert.
Silhouetted figures stand against a purple sunset sky creating a dramatic panoramic view.
A silhouetted figure stands beneath a natural rock arch formation against a dusky purple sky.
Panoramic view of red rock formations and desert landscape under blue skies.
Two people walk along a scenic desert cliff edge with dramatic cloudy skies in the background.
Panoramic view of a desert landscape with a winding river and scattered vegetation under a cloudy sky.
People stand on dramatic red rock formations overlooking a vast desert landscape at sunset.
A silhouetted figure stands on red rock formations at Arches National Park during sunset against a cloudy sky.
Silhouetted figures pose on a scenic red sandstone cliff edge against a cloudy mountain backdrop.
A couple shares an intimate moment on a dramatic cliff edge overlooking misty mountain vistas at sunset.
A couple playfully interacts on red sandstone formations during a cloudy day.
A couple stands together on red rock formations in a desert landscape under cloudy skies.
A romantic moment shared on rocky cliffs overlooking a vast desert landscape.
A couple embraces intimately against a white studio backdrop in warm earth-toned clothing.
A romantic black and white photo series of a couple sharing intimate moments on desert rocks.
A romantic moment captured on red rock cliffs with dramatic cloudy skies in the background.
A romantic moment captured between a couple on red desert rocks under cloudy skies.
A couple poses playfully on red rock formations in a desert landscape during what appears to be an engagement photoshoot.
A person poses on red sandstone rocks wearing a black jacket and khaki pants in the desert landscape.
A couple shares tender moments at sunset on red rock formations in a desert setting.
A couple walks along the edge of a red rock cliff at sunset with dramatic cloudy skies overhead.
A couple dances together on red rocks overlooking a misty canyon landscape at dusk.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a mountain ridge during sunset with dramatic cloudy skies.
Black and white portrait session on desert rocks with dramatic cloudy backdrop.
A white dress and boots against red rock formations in a desert landscape at sunset.
A couple poses on red rock formations with a lone tree and cloudy sky backdrop.
A couple dances together on red rock formations during sunset in a desert landscape.
Couple walking hand in hand across red desert rocks during golden hour.
A couple stands on red desert cliffs overlooking a misty canyon landscape.
Panoramic view of a vast desert canyon landscape with dramatic cloudy skies and distant figures on the rim.
A couple embraces on red rock cliffs overlooking a dramatic desert canyon landscape under moody storm clouds.
Romantic couple sharing intimate moments on red rock formations at sunset.
A couple stands on red desert cliffs overlooking a misty canyon landscape.
If you're ready for something unforgettable, I've got you.

Let's plan your Moab adventure

Reach out to start planning
Natural stone arches span across red sandstone formations under a deep blue desert sky at Arches National Park.

 

Let's make this unforgettable experience!

Inquire here for a destination session

If you're looking for once in a lifetime photos that feel natural, joyful and actually enjoyable to take, you're in the right place!


Fill out the inquiry form below and I will personally reply within 48 hours.


The more information you can include, the better!

*
*
*
*
*
*