Cenotes or “sacred water”—a deep natural pit, or sinkhole, characteristic of Mexico—provides the ideal backdrop for theatrical romance. Photographer Ivan Luckie is fascinated by the possibilities and captures many trash-the-dress moments in one of various locations along the Riviera Maya.

Riviera Maya, a favourite for destination brides, runs south of Cancun in the Mexican Caribbean and comprises: Tulum, the only archaeological site located by the sea; Xel-Ha, the largest natural aquarium in the world; and silky beaches and Mayan caves and villages.

You can take a leisurely stroll along “La Quinta Avenida” of Playa del Carmen and enjoy the wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops.

Courtney and Patrick perform coordinated jumping and swimming movements. – Photos by Ivan Luckie Photography, luckiephotography.com

magical lighting falling off face and body for a dramatic look with fetal “air suspended” pose – Photos by Ivan Luckie Photography, luckiephotography.com

Bubbles captured amongst a combination of still and dynamic objects. – Photos by Ivan Luckie Photography, luckiephotography.com

Cenotes are known for uneven ground and shallow and deep areas; here Brianna and Allen embrace amongst tree roots and rocks in a deep hole. – Photos by Ivan Luckie Photography, luckiephotography.com

Courtney and Patrick’s striking “air and water” pose – Photos by Ivan Luckie Photography, luckiephotography.com

An unplanned and natural moment between Zhania and Alex which turned out to be a favorite. – Photos by Ivan Luckie Photography, luckiephotography.com