A smiling young woman with long dark hair lying on green grass wearing a white dress and heels.

Abad Montoya

Colorado Photographer for Quinceañeras, Weddings & Portraits

Elegant black and white maternity photo of a woman in a flowing white gown against a bright white background.

Abad Montoya

Timeless portraits & events with luxury, soul and emotion

Black and white photo of a couple holding hands on a hilltop overlooking a city skyline.

Abad Montoya

Timeless portraits & events with luxury, soul and emotion

A woman in an elaborate purple Victorian ballgown poses on a grand ornate staircase with glowing lamps.

Abad Montoya

Timeless portraits & events with luxury, soul and emotion

My philosophy

Elegant imagery with emotion, direction and soul

Couple in matching red outfits pose romantically outdoors, man wearing cowboy hat and jeans, woman in elegant red gown.
Wedding flat lay featuring nude heels, white floral bouquet, and Carolina Herrera perfume on white surface.

My approach is simple: I want every person in front of my camera to feel comfortable, confident and truly seen. Whether it is a portrait, a quinceañera, a wedding or a special event, I focus on creating images that feel timeless, emotional and personal.

About me
Darkly magazine cover featuring Cristina Hernandez with dramatic blue and gold makeup and long gold stiletto nails framing her eyes.
Dark fantasy magazine spread titled Queen of Ashes showing a woman with glitter face paint and a model in a spiked crown by a gold mirror.
Vigour Magazine cover featuring a woman in an oversized black blazer and tights posing under the headline The Quiet Rebellion.
Woman in sunglasses, an oversized black blazer, white shirt and black tights poses on a stool in a Vigour magazine fashion editorial.
Gezno magazine October fashion issue cover showing a dark-clad figure in feathered attire, with Nordic Calm and Desert Bloom headlines.
Tattooed woman with long black hair and large black feathered wings stands on a rock in a shallow river on a Gezno Magazine cover.
Darkly magazine cover with a model in black bodysuit, fishnet tights, sunglasses and combat boots posing on a gray backdrop.
Darkly Magazine page titled Mystic Seduction showing a gothic model with pastel hair reclining on a purple velvet vintage sofa.
Gothic portrait of a tattooed woman with a nose ring and dark hair, wearing long ornate silver claw nail rings and a hand harness bracelet.
La Dolce Spain summer fashion magazine cover featuring a dark-haired model in a brown top, with True Beauty and Say I Do headlines.
Two-page magazine spread of a woman in black lingerie and boots posing on a wooden chair and standing against a dark studio backdrop.
Woman with dark hair in an oversized white shirt sits on a wooden chair against a dark backdrop in a Dolce magazine editorial spread.
Close-up of a woman with orange and black skull makeup and gem accents beside the orange title Golden Soul in a Halloween magazine spread.
Woman in a tiered orange and cream ruffled gown and sunburst headdress poses with skull makeup before a red barn at sunset.
Woman in skull face paint and a radiating headdress wears a tiered orange and cream ruffled gown in a field at golden-hour sunset.
Woman in Day of the Dead skull makeup wears a corn husk dress and a sunburst feathered headdress while posing in a golden field at sunset.
Woman in skull face paint with gems, a sunburst corn husk headdress, tattoos and a yellow dress in a Day of the Dead style portrait.

As Seen In


Selected editorial work published internationally.

From portraiture to fashion-inspired imagery, my photographs have been featured in publications around the world, a recognition of the storytelling, direction and visual identity behind every image.

 

Selected works

 

Large family group portrait in golden field at sunset, adults and children in coordinating white and neutral outfits.
Woman in black blazer and stockings poses on stool with leg raised in white studio.
Smiling pregnant woman in elegant white chiffon maternity gown cradles baby bump in studio.
Female graduate in black cap and gown with gold honor stole walking tree-lined campus pathway.
Elegant woman in white lace dress poses on railing with green trees and historic building backdrop.
Young woman in lavender quinceañera ball gown with crystal tiara holding purple bouquet outdoors.
Close-up of white lace-up heels with blue tassel and gold 26 charm for graduation.
Artistic low-key silhouette maternity portrait of a pregnant woman holding her belly in shadow.
Young woman with long dark hair lies on green grass in park, smiling at camera.
Smiling bride and groom posing together near stone waterfall in lush tropical garden setting.
Young Latina woman in pink floral off-shoulder dress posing by wooden fence in nature.
Smiling woman in white lace dress poses beside stunning purple hydrangea floral arch decoration.
A mother sits on the floor lifting her toddler joyfully, both wearing white tops and blue jeans on a white background.
Pregnant woman in white robe sits among fluffy clouds with red roses hanging on white backdrop.
Black and white photo of a man and woman walking down stairs in a modern building with metal railings.
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Testimonials

Abad was extremely professional, kind and great to work with. We were a bit camera shy at first, but he helped us feel comfortable and made the experience great. I’m grateful for his patience and attention to detail. I will definitely be coming back for future photography needs. 10/10 recommend.

Kindra r.

Abad did such an amazing job with our wedding day. We had our wedding photo session and he guided us throughout the whole process. On the wedding day, he was there to capture every important detail. His work is amazing! I would highly recommend hiring him for any special occasion.

Sandra + LEO

I highly recommend Abad Montoya for any photography project. His talent and professionalism are exceptional. He truly knows how to capture unforgettable moments with skill and creativity. His ability to make clients feel comfortable and his attention to detail are just some of the qualities that set him apart.

Marissa N.

A group of bridesmaids wearing pink and white satin robes posing together indoors holding drinks before a wedding.

Let’s Create Something Timeless

I look forward to hearing your story and helping you create images that feel elegant, emotional and unforgettable.

 

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