Cara Romero Photography

Cara Romero Photography Cara Romero is a Chemehuevi photographer creating monumental fine art photographs. Gallery in Santa Fe

Born in Inglewood, CA in 1977, Cara was raised on the Chemehuevi Valley Indian reservation along the California shoreline of Havasu Lake in the heart of the Mojave Desert, and later, Houston, TX, and Santa Fe, NM. Cara’s work reflects her diverse training in film, digital, fine art, journalism, editorial portraiture and commercial photography. She shows at both the Santa Fe Indian Market and the H

eard Indian Art Market. She has won several awards including ribbons at both major markets and the “Visions for the Future “ award from the Native American Rights Fund. Her work is featured year round at the Robert Nichol's Gallery of Santa Fe. Cara lives and works in Santa Fe, New Mexico and is married to Cochiti potter Diego Romero.

The panel and show with Jody Folwell, , , .koenig , and was a fantastic dialogue about being disruptive and forging...
05/17/2026

The panel and show with Jody Folwell, , , .koenig , and was a fantastic dialogue about being disruptive and forging ahead with thought provoking work while being true to self and vulnerable. They covered so much and inspired so much thought and reminded us to make the art that satiates our souls.

Thank you for bringing me and my work to . It’s exciting to show alongside so many incredible photographers and galleri...
04/26/2026

Thank you for bringing me and my work to . It’s exciting to show alongside so many incredible photographers and galleries. I love how enthusiastic the crowd is about the medium and always takes me back to first falling in love with photography. Today is the final day ‘til next year, so swing by the to see it. 🩵🎞️

I am delighted to be showing work with Scheinbaum & Russek ( ) at The Photography Show presented by AIPAD ( ) at Booth C...
04/23/2026

I am delighted to be showing work with Scheinbaum & Russek ( ) at The Photography Show presented by AIPAD ( ) at Booth C6. JOIN US this Saturday, April 25th at 2:30 PM for a talk about my work followed by a book signing of Panûpünüwügai (Living Light), published by Radius Books (.books ). 

📍 Park Avenue Armory, Booth C6
643 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10065
🎙️ Artist talk on Saturday, April 25 at 2:30 PM
✍️ Followed by a book signing of Panûpünüwügai at 3:00 PM
Planning to attend? Please email [email protected] to request pass information.

Cara Romero Gallery + Studio is thrilled to be participating in this year’s Scottsdale Art Week, representing the artist...
03/16/2026

Cara Romero Gallery + Studio is thrilled to be participating in this year’s Scottsdale Art Week, representing the artists Leah Mata Fragua (), Robert King (), Cara Romero, and Diego Romero () ✨

runs March 19–22 at WestWorld of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona 🌵

Leah Mata Fragua is an artist, educator, and member of the Yak Tityu Tityu Yak Tiłhini (Northern Chumash) tribe located on the Central California Coast. As a place-based artist, Leah’s kincentric approach seamlessly blends shared iconography with personal imagery, highlighting the impact each has on the other.

She uses a diverse range of materials, from found to organic, traditional to modern, to explore the interconnectedness and dependence between land, kinships, and self. She understands that her art is a reflection of the way she prioritizes the protection of traditional materials and the continuation of art forms that are important to her community and intersect with her individual practice.

Visit our website to learn more about Leah’s work and Scottsdale Art Week.

Cara Romero Gallery + Studio is thrilled to be participating in this year’s Scottsdale Art Week, representing the artist...
03/05/2026

Cara Romero Gallery + Studio is thrilled to be participating in this year’s Scottsdale Art Week, representing the artists Leah Mata Fragua (), Robert King (), Cara Romero, and Diego Romero () 🌵 runs from March 19–22 at WestWorld of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona.

We’re also proud to share that Cara Romero will receive the Artist of the Year award during the event, presented by Gov. Stephen Roe Lewis () of Gila River. Details and more information are available on our website.

An amazing week getting ready for the opening of Cara Romero: Panûpünüwügai (Living Light) opens at the Phoenix Art Muse...
02/28/2026

An amazing week getting ready for the opening of Cara Romero: Panûpünüwügai (Living Light) opens at the Phoenix Art Museum on Friday, February 27-June 28! 💫 Organized by the Hood Museum of Art (), this is my first major solo exhibition—featuring 50+ works from 2013–2025. A huge shoutout to Jami Powell .jami, .mickevicius and so many others—I couldn’t have done this without you 💙 Visit phxart.org to learn more. Please come see the show while it’s up and mark your calendar for another big celebration June 5. It will be free to visit every First Friday, so please come see it Heard weekend too! So surreal, so much love 💕

NOW OPEN ✨Cara Romero: PANÛPÜNÜWÜGAI (Living Light) is officially on view at the Phoenix Art Museum 🎉 Organized by the ...
02/27/2026

NOW OPEN ✨
Cara Romero: PANÛPÜNÜWÜGAI (Living Light) is officially on view at the Phoenix Art Museum 🎉

Organized by the Hood Museum of Art (), Panûpünüwügai is the first major solo show of Chemehuevi photographer Cara Romero, featuring 50+ works from 2013–2025, including new and never-before-seen photographs, site-specific installations, large scale photographs, and iconic views across five thematic sections. Visit phxart.org to learn more.

Details:
February 27, 2026 – June 28, 2026
Located in Second Floor Katz Wing

Images: Alika No. 4, No. 1, and No. 2, 2024. Archival photograph © Cara Romero

NOW OPEN ✨Cara Romero: PANÛPÜNÜWÜGAI (Living Light) is officially on view at the Phoenix Art Museum 🎉 Organized by the H...
02/27/2026

NOW OPEN ✨
Cara Romero: PANÛPÜNÜWÜGAI (Living Light) is officially on view at the Phoenix Art Museum 🎉

Organized by the Hood Museum of Art (), Panûpünüwügai is the first major solo show of Chemehuevi photographer Cara Romero, featuring 50+ works from 2013–2025, including new and never-before-seen photographs, site-specific installations, large scale photographs, and iconic views across five thematic sections. Visit phxart.org to learn more.

Details:
February 27, 2026 – June 28, 2026
Located in Second Floor Katz Wing

Images: Alika No. 4, No. 1, and No. 2, 2024. Archival photograph © Cara Romero

We’re thrilled to announce Cara Romero: Panûpünüwügai (Living Light) opens at the Phoenix Art Museum on Friday, February...
02/22/2026

We’re thrilled to announce Cara Romero: Panûpünüwügai (Living Light) opens at the Phoenix Art Museum on Friday, February 27! 💫 Organized by the Hood Museum of Art (), this is the first major solo exhibition of Chemehuevi photographer Cara Romero, featuring 50+ works from 2013–2025. A huge shoutout to Jami Powell (.jami), we couldn’t have done this without you 💙 Visit phxart.org to learn more.

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