Artist Bio

Ximena Montez is a fine art photographer living in Northern New Mexico. Ximena draws upon her Spanish and Native American heritage for her inspiration. She has had a love of photography since she was in middle school. 

Ximena holds a Bachelor of Fine Art from the University of New Mexico and a teaching certificate in special education with several endorsements. She has been teaching for over 20 years. Currently, she is a MA candidate at the Academy of Art, in San Francisco California. 

Her work is heavily influenced by her love of the land, her heritage, and a deep connection to the people and culture of New Mexico. Through the use of lyrical documentary, documentary, and fine art, Ximena explores personal themes. Although her work is very intimate, the themes addressed can be found in many cultures.

Curriculum Vitae

Education

MA      Academy of Art                                                                                        In progress

Teacher Certificate  Santa Fe Community College, Teacher Academy                        2005

BFA    University of New Mexico                                                                                 2001           

Professional Experiences

Ximena Montez Photography: commercial and personal photographer

            Wedding photography

            Family portraits

            Product photography for restaurants and clothing

            Model portfolios

Group Shows

Light and Emollition, Albuquerque, December 2000

Print and Press, Albuquerque, March 2001

Two Unique Unicorns, Santa Fe, October 2018

Collections/Private commissions

Carmilla Duran-commission for food photography

Robert Hedrick-commission for landscape photographs

Marissa Salazar-collector