Miami's Pérez Art Museum showcases the Jiménez brothers' dreamlike El Monte exhibition
The Pérez Art Museum Miami is currently hosting El Monte, an exhibition by brothers Elliot and Erick Jiménez. Their photographs blend painting and photography while exploring themes of Afro-Caribbean spirituality and cultural identity. The show runs until March 22, 2026.
Born and raised in Miami by Cuban immigrant parents, the Jiménez brothers draw from their experience of living between two worlds. Their work reflects the tensions and connections between heritage and place. The exhibition El Monte takes its name from a sacred concept in Lucumí, an Afro-Caribbean religious tradition.
Their photographs go beyond traditional imagery. Using light, texture, and layered techniques, they create pieces that feel more like paintings than photos. The results are atmospheric, almost dreamlike, evoking the spiritual and natural landscapes of their inspiration. The brothers have described their process as deeply tied to Lucumí beliefs and the natural environment. By merging these influences with their Cuban-American background, they produce work that feels both personal and universal.
Visitors to the Pérez Art Museum Miami can see El Monte until early 2026. The exhibition highlights how the Jiménez brothers redefine photography while honouring their cultural roots. Their unique approach has positioned them as distinctive voices in contemporary art.
