Hey there! I am Julie. I am so happy you want to get to know me before booking your session or wedding, because I believe a personal connection between clients and photographer is so important for creating something unique and special just for you.

Why did I choose to dedicate my life to photography?

Because I love getting along with people and helping them, and because I have always been a very artistic person. Photography is my way of sharing that with the world.

With a background in theater in Ukraine, and before settling down in the Riviera Maya, Mexico 14 years ago, I traveled the world as a dancer and kids’ entertainer. Looking back, all the experiences and qualities I picked up along the way helped me find my true path.

Along the journey, I learned English and Spanish, while Ukrainian and Russian are my native languages. Meeting people from different cultures has taught me that no matter where we come from, genuine emotions are universal—and that’s one of the things I love most about what I do.

Today, I specialize in destination weddings, couples, families, and maternity photography across Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum.

My superpower isn’t just taking beautiful photos—it’s making people feel comfortable enough to truly be themselves in front of the camera.

More than anything, I love capturing authentic moments and the special connection that couples and families share with each other.

Have a question or ready to book? Send me a message—I’d love to hear from you!

GET IN TOUCH

WHY ME?

Bella & Marquise

Julie is amazing!! We had so much fun with our pre wedding beach shoot and she captured so many beautiful pics. For our wedding pictures, we literally couldn’t be happier! She did an incredible job and knew how to capture just the right moments. She caught the right lighting, the sunset and still got all the shots we wanted. We love Julie!! Can’t wait to go back to Mexico to have another shoot with her sometime

Julia & Yaca

If you’re looking for a destination photographer, look no further! You’ve found THE ONE & ONLY JULIE! Especially if you need an LGBTQ+ friendly photographer. I had found her as simple as typing in “Cancun photographer” here on IG. It has been a pleasure working with her from the beginning. She was so kind to pick up my fiance and I from our resort to do a quick shoot on the Cancun hotel zone beach. She really loves doing what she does and is really great as it shows in all of her work! We were happy to capture so many beautiful memories thanks to Julie ❤️📸

Dami & Sunday

Julie is incredibly kind and generous! When looking for a photographer last year to capture my 10 year anniversary vowel renewal with my husband, Julie was my choice. She not only offered to pick us up from our resort and drive us to a near by location, but she also ensured that I was happy with the way the shoot was conducted & guided us along the way. It is evident that she loves what she does and she wants to make sure her clients feel safe and comfortable! Her work is consistent & I am so happy she helped us capture our special day. 🤎🤎🤎

Zobeina

Julie is amazing!! I booked her for my maternity photoshoot last August without ever meeting her in person or being familiar with her work. I’m so glad I found her because the pictures she was able to capture during this special time were incredible!! She knew exactly what angles were perfect for me and even when I was nervous about being sweaty in the hot sun, she constantly reassured me that the pictures would be perfect- they absolutely were! I’ll def be booking her again for a family shoot the next time I’m in Cancun!

Jamie & Mario

If you’re looking for a photographer for any occasion in the Rivera Maya look no further. I have been following her for years because I was obsessed with her work. We hired Yulia for our wedding in Tulum in Nov 2023 and she was absolutely amazing. I could not of asked for a better photographer for my wedding. I always felt like I was not photogenic and she made me feel beautiful. I’m extremely picky and All of my photos came out amazing even before the edits! She was so fun, patient and easy to work with. I cannot wait to have her take our family photos next time we are in Tulum.

Brehanna & Mareeka

Julie does amazing work!!! We had a destination wedding in Cancun and were a little nervous because sometimes photographers have difficulty finding the right lighting for people of color but with Julie we had no need to worry!!!! Our pictures came out absolutely stunning 🤩 She works so efficiently and gave us great direction to ensure she could deliver the best photos. The next time I’m in Mexico I’m definitely calling her for a photo shoot!!!

Mamoon & Alina

Julie is such a great person to work with! It was our first time having a photoshoot and we were a bit nervous. She made the process super fun! Julie is very knowledgeable of the area and the weather which made everything a breeze! She kept her word on everything promised and even went above and beyond. Not to mention, she probably had the best prices for the quality!

Reyni & Sean

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Julie Roman for our wedding in Cancun, and we couldn’t be happier. Julie was warm, professional, on time, and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. She truly captured everything—from the big emotional moments to the small details we didn’t even realize we’d want to remember. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and it shows in every photo. Our pictures are stunning, and we’ll treasure them forever. If you’re looking for a photographer who’s both incredibly talented and a joy to work with, we highly recommend Julie Roman Photography