SOBRE MI

fotógrafa y artista visual con más de 20 años de trayectoria, cuya práctica se desarrolla en torno al retrato, la fotografía editorial y una exploración íntima de la identidad Y la experiencia cotidiana. Su trabajo se caracteriza por una mirada estética y narrativa, en la que combina sensibilidad documental con una aproximación contemporánea a la imagen.

Formada entre Argentina, Londres y Estados Unidos, su práctica ha estado profundamente influenciada por estos distintos contextos culturales. Se graduó del programa de Visual Journalism and Documentary Practice del International Center of Photography (ICP) de Nueva York y posteriormente continuó desarrollando su carrera fotográfica en Los Ángeles.

A lo largo de su trayectoria, su obra ha sido publicada en medios nacionales e internacionales como The Guardian, El País, Clarín, La Nación y Revista Rumbos, entre otros. Su trabajo ha sido exhibido en galerías y espacios de Argentina, Londres y Nueva York y ha recibido reconocimientos internacionales, incluyendo premios y menciones de International Photography Awards (IPA), National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) y Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3), entre otros.

En paralelo a su práctica artística, cuenta con una extensa experiencia en publicidad y producción de arte, colaborando con marcas y proyectos internacionales. Esta experiencia le ha permitido desarrollar una mirada particularmente sólida sobre la construcción de imágenes, la dirección estética y la narrativa visual.

Actualmente desarrolla su práctica entre la fotografía de autor, el retrato, el trabajo editorial y proyectos comerciales seleccionados.

ABOUT ME

photographer and visual artist with more than 20 years of experience whose practice ​explores portraiture, editorial photography and an ongoing exploration of identity. Her work is characterized by a strong aesthetic and narrative sensibility, combining a documentary approach with a contemporary vision of the image.

Her practice has been shaped by extensive experience across Argentina, London and the United States, where diverse cultural and creative environments have formed her visual language and perspective. She graduated from the Visual Journalism and Documentary Practice program at the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York and went on to establish and further develop her photographic practice in Los Angeles.

Over the course of her career, ​​her work has been published internationally in​ numerous publications. Her photographs have been exhibited in galleries and cultural institutions across Argentina, London​ and New York. Her work has also received international recognition through awards and distinctions from organizations including the International Photography Awards (IPA), the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) and Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3).

Alongside her personal and artistic practice, ​X​imena brings extensive experience in advertising, editorial production, and creative direction, having collaborated on campaigns and visual projects for international brands and creative teams. This multidisciplinary background has given her a sophisticated understanding of image-making, visual language, aesthetic direction, and narrative development, allowing her to move fluidly between commissioned and fine-art practices.

Her work is ultimately grounded in a sustained interest in people, identity and the visual narratives that emerge from everyday life.

A woman with sunglasses, red beanie, and a big smile surrounded by three children outdoors in a desert landscape.

EXHIBITIONS & AWARDS

GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2026 Common Ground — Paris Open Art. THE HOLY ART GALLERY. PARIS, FRANCE.
2026 INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION, DEADBOOKS GALLERY. OSAKA, JAPAN
2017 Hidden Narratives, Rita K. Hillman Gallery. New York
2013 Mujere
s que Disparan. Espacio Pilar. BA - Argentina
2013 Arte BA. Galería Matilde Bensignor. La Rural, BA - Argentina
2012 BA PHOTO. Galería Matilde Bensignor. Palais de Glace, BA - Argentina
2013 Art Fusion Galleries. Wynwood. Miami, USA
2012 Perfect Exposures Gallery, The top 100 Exhibition. California, USA
2012 FOTO8 Gallery Summershow. London, UK
2012 Arte BA, Galería Matilde Bensignor. Buenos Aires, Argentina
2012 Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition. Somerset House. London, UK
2011 Buenos Aires Photo, Galería Matilde Bensignor. Palais de Glace, BA - Argentina
2011 Arte BA, Galería Matilde Bensignor. La Rural. Buenos Aires, Argentina
2010 Buenos Aires Photo, Galería Matilde Bensignor. Palais de Glace. BA - Argentina
2009 Buenos Aires Photo, Galería Matilde Bensignor. Palais de Glace. BA - Argentina

AWARDS
2015 PX3 Prix de la Photographie Paris. Honorable Mention
, Fine Art.
2014 One Ey
eland Festival. 4 Finalists
2013 Best of Photography Contest by Sigma. Honorable Mention
2013 One Eyeland Festival. 1 Bronze & 2 Finalists
2012 National Press Photographers Association, Immersion Awards. 2nd Prize
2012 Sony World Photography Awards. Top Ten Photographers Shortlist. Landscape Category.
2011 International Photography Awards. 3rd Place "Pure Blood"
2011 International Photography Awards. Honorable Mention for "Storms"
2009 Photographer of the Year. Editor’s Shortlist