An unforgettable destination boudoir experience set in a private luxury villa in Tulum, Mexico


There are moments in life that feel like a true expansion of what’s possible, and our first international Blush editorial in Tulum, Mexico was exactly that. In January 2023, we traveled with two of our Blush A-List clients, Candace and Sarah (both from Centerville, Ohio) to create something unforgettable, not just a photoshoot, but an experience rooted in beauty, confidence, and adventure. Set against the backdrop of a breathtaking private villa, every corner of the space became a canvas, from the sunlit courtyard to the balcony pool overlooking the jungle. With a full day dedicated to shooting, Tracy guided each session with intention and artistry, while Payton elevated every look with effortless, camera-ready styling.


Beyond the camera, the trip unfolded like a dream. Evenings were spent gathered around incredible meals prepared by a private chef one evening and incredible restaurants every evening afterwards. One of our highlights was visiting Mystika Immersive Tulum, created by renowned photographer Pepe Soho, an experience that perfectly mirrored the emotion and visual storytelling we strive to create at Blush. We explored, we laughed, and we soaked in every moment, even surviving a wildly memorable drive from Cancun to Tulum. This trip marked the beginning of something bigger for us, a reminder that when you step outside your comfort zone, you don’t just create beautiful images… you create stories that stay with you forever.


Photographer: Tracy Pote

Hair & Makeup: Payton Abston

Studio Trip Director: Billy Pote

A person in a black tank top dances and poses expressively in a series of black and white photographs.
A person relaxes on the edge of a tropical pool surrounded by stone walls and palm plants with warm lighting.
Two women with styled hair and makeup share joyful laughter during a glamorous photoshoot.
A woman in a black swimsuit poses against a wall with dramatic shadows and lighting creating a moody aesthetic.
Two women getting professional hair and makeup done while laughing together during a beauty session.
Black and white artistic photographs showing abstract poses with dramatic light and shadow play.
A dramatic black and white boudoir portrait with shadow patterns creating an artistic mood and texture.
Model in black bikini poses near window with natural sunlight streaming in.
Woman in flowing pink dress poses gracefully in sunlit room with natural shadows creating artistic composition.
Black and white artistic photo series showing dramatic poses against window light and flowing fabric.

Whether in Tulum or at our studio, many women searching for boudoir photography in Cincinnati or Columbus boudoir photography ultimately choose Blush because the experience is simply different.