Hi, I am Abad Montoya

Photographer, visual storyteller & creative director

A man in a brown corduroy jacket and cream sweater photographed from above against a gray background.

I’m Abad Montoya, a Colorado-based photographer with more than 11 years of experience creating portraits, quinceañera stories, weddings, events and visual content. My work is built around connection, emotion and direction, helping every client feel comfortable, confident and truly seen in front of the camera.


For me, photography is more than capturing a beautiful image. It is about preserving a feeling, telling a story and creating something timeless with elegance, soul and intention.

A young woman in a sparkling lavender quinceañera gown and tiara poses outdoors at golden hour.

 

 

“Photography is not only about how a moment looks. It is about how it feels, how it lives, and how it is remembered.”

 

- Abad Montoya -

 

 

FEATURED & RECOGNIZED IN:

 

GMARO
MOEVIR
Le Desir
Untamed
Vogue LATAM
Dappy Magazine
Darkly Art
VIGOUR
GENZO
Studio XV Colorado Award
VoyageDenver Magazine
DOLCE
A brunette woman in a flowing red maternity gown poses on a rural path with dramatic fabric movement.

Let’s Create Something Timeless

 

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