LexMex

✨ It is always an extraordinary honor to photograph the .caribe Festival, a celebration that transcends the boundaries of art and culture. I love being front + center, feeling the drum beats resonating in my heart and the vibrant energy all around me. The passion of these musicians and dancers is not just seen but deeply felt. I wish I could share all the photos but there are too many!!!

CubaCaribe’s mission to preserve and promote the artistic traditions of the Caribbean and its Diaspora is a testament to the power of dance, music, and visual art.

These art forms unite us, bridging diverse perspectives and fostering a profound appreciation for the Caribbean’s cultural legacy.

Cuba caribe also supports fellow Latin American music + dance. Please support this organization, go see a performance and even take a class!

If you know folxs in the photographs please tag them and give them a big abrazo for being so phenomenal✨

So honored to have my art featured in the LIVE auction for THHE AUCTION.

Tonight at .gallery.sf you can preview my work alongside incredible pieces by other talented artists.

We’re raising funds for an amazing cause. See you in the streets tonight! There’s still time to buy your tickets for the live bidding this Wednesday at

Community Arts Program is San Francisco’s only free fine arts studio and gallery for low-income artists. It provides a unique opportunity for community artists to earn income from their art and gain exposure throughout San Francisco and beyond.

Portrait of the artist , he is phenomenal muralist whose vibrant and evocative works have been transforming public spaces into visual sanctuaries. I had the privilege of photographing him in our beautiful hood + his latest creation: a stunning mural of a woman adorned with flowers, tule soon to come. This captivating piece, completed for the Dance Mission Theater on 24th Street, beautifully embodies the spirit and vitality of the community Burch’s dedication to his craft and his ability to infuse life into every wall he touches is truly inspiring.

Feliz día de las madres! So blessed to have each of you in my life! Y’all are strong, beautiful, and phenomenal chingonas! Love love love mi familia!

Honored to have captured the essence of a true living legend, Betty Reid Soskin, in a mesmerizing performance chronicling her 102 years of resilience and triumph. From surviving floods to breaking racial barriers, her journey is a testament to strength and activism.

Don’t miss the World Premiere musical, expertly crafted by , weaving together her original music and powerful dialogue. Witness the legacy of Betty Reid Soskin through the captivating performances of The Four Bettys. This production is a celebration of history, resilience, and the enduring spirit of one remarkable woman.

SOY CAPAZ
SOY FUERTE
SOY INVENCIBLE
SOY MUJER

So much gratitude for the phenomenal women in my life. I am so honored to have been able to photograph inspirational women throughout the years and I hope to continue to do so!

Ya se, im a day late but it was my day too.

Rest in beats | Portraits of Rey, This series was a spotlight on his creative career + activism.

“Music is like a warm embrace when you’re creating, it takes you away from the pain.” - .beats

Please consider donating to his familia + children.
https://gofund.me/c20ab965

Sara la Guerrera | part III
She amazed me during the photoshoot and her interview. I am honored to reflect her story through portraiture.

“My name is Sara Andriana Perez Lanzarin. I am not just a survivor; I am a warrior and a living testament to resilience. These scars on my body are not just marks; they are the indelible imprints of the six types of cancer I have defeated.

Surviving cancer is not merely a physical feat; it is a battle that encompasses the mind, body, and spirit. The journey is physically and mentally draining, but I refuse to let it define me or dim my spirit. I am here to show the world that despite the hardships, one can emerge stronger, more determined, and full of hope.

I want people to see my scars and recognize them as symbols of triumph. They are not wounds of defeat but badges of courage and endurance. The fight against cancer demands unwavering energy and hope. It’s challenging, but it’s essential to never let the adversities bring you down.”
**kcancer

Sara la Guerrera | part II
Portraits of Sara and her daughter.

“My daughter is my everything, and she has been my driving force throughout my battle with cancer. When I was diagnosed, she was just a little girl. My initial goal was to survive long enough to see her graduate high school. As time went on, my focus shifted to witnessing her college graduation and being there for her as she navigates adulthood.

Having lost both of my parents at the age of 12 – my father to cancer and my mother to a heart attack a month later – I was determined not to let my daughter experience the same pain. I maintained a positive outlook during my battle with cancer, driven by the desire to provide her with a different narrative.

In the face of adversity, I found strength in the little victories along the way. Each treatment, each milestone became a symbol of resilience and determination. I want to emphasize that, while we all face mortality, the quality of how we live and love is what truly matters.

As I share my journey, I hope to inspire others to find strength in the face of challenges. Life is unpredictable, but maintaining a positive perspective and cherishing every moment with loved ones can make all the difference.”
**kcancer

Sara la Guerrera | part I
Today on I am honored to share portraits I took of Sara Adriana Perez Lanzarin.

She triumphed over 6 types of cancer. 3 types of sarcoma, cervical, eye, and kidney cancer.

She wanted to share these words with others who are battling cancer or any other illness.

“I only see sunshine, no clouds. If you ever see the dark cloud of depression, just blow it away! Never let it block your sunshine. “

These portraits are of her ready to conquer anything that stands in her way.

¡Qué viva Sara la Guerrera!

I’ll share more of her interview in 2 more parts.

Hey beautiful people!

After 2 months of anger, restless nights, eyeball damage, rage crying, developing carpal-tunnel, pure joy, self reflection, I present you my new website.

I invite you to see the growth in my portfolio + lighting techniques. Please share with folxs who would be interested in working together.

Looking forward to creating photo magic with you.

Abrazos,
LexMex

HOME | LEXMEXART + PHOTOGRAPHY | SF PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | SAN FRANCISCO I am a portrait photographer in the Mission district of San Francisco. Create with me in the studio or around the world. Create with me, LexMex Art + Photography.

SHUT IT DOWN

First session of the year I was able to photograph a living legend. The United States oldest national park ranger, Betty Reid Soskin.

Adorned with her park ranger stetson while grasping her wool shall.

A phenomenal person with an incredible life story. is creating a production based on her memoir, Sign my name to Freedom.

So blessed to have met her.

Portraits of Indigenous Power + Solidarity at sunrise | Alcatraz Island

¡VIVA VIVA PALESTINA!
CEASE FIRE NOW!!!

35mm photographs of San Francisco’s Palestine demonstration.

Praying everyday, my heart hurts so much. I give thanks to the organizers who bring community together. We all have a part in ending this, the whole world.

Portrait of a Bici Charro.

So much beautiful culturas celebrating for fiesta de las Americas. This little homie melted my heart and I had to take his portrait.

Portrait of a mujer poderosa.

Even though this is Latino Heritage month we celebrate our cultura everyday of the year.

In the magical Mission district you see folxs celebrating the similarities + differences of our culturas with music + dance. It is beautiful just like .dances

Portrait of our flower Lady of the Mission.

She is currently looking for emergency housing after being evicted while undergoing multiple surgeries in her fight for her health.

Housing + access to health care are human rights. Please reach out to if you have any leads or offerings to help.

Portrait of a Circus Performer | Portrait of Toni.

So much strength in the studio! I had a blast photographing Toni’s muscle power. Ripping apples apart and flexing was just a taste of his strong man act.

A San Francisco based circus performer. Performing in companies and shows like Circus Bella, When the Rainbow is enough, and his solo show ReFlection.

See him in action, follow for upcoming performances.

Portraits of a Leader | Portraits of Connie
She blessed the studio with her danza + spirt. A phenomenal mujer who pours her heart + soul into the mission community.

Part of the “Corazón de la Mission” series. See her 10ft tall on 24th + Folsom.

Portrait of a dancer |

Having dancers bless the studio with their presence and movements is so powerful.

Very thankful for you, gracias.

Meet this incredible soul

He creates art that illuminates the fullness of the soul. This is achieved by using collaborative processes, which has been termed “movement playgrounds,” to illuminate the experience of underrepresented communities in relationship to other fractions of society.

La .tina one of the fiercest people I have ever met and had the honor to photograph.

She was the youngest to compete for Miss TG Safe Latino. Look out for this Incredible young woman and what she will create for the future!

La Reina Barbuda ✨
Such a honor to photograph you. Eres divina 💕

¡Qué emoción! I had a beautiful time photographing + connecting with all the contestants for Miss + Mister Safe Latino.

This is Carla James in their stunning custom made fit they helped designed.

Details: Celebrate Pride and the return of Miss and Mister Safe Latino with us this Tuesday, June 20th, at Herbst Theatre in San Francisco at 7:00pm. Meet the talented participants at this special event that celebrates and promotes the well-being of our LGBTQ+ Latinx family - and this year - entirely in Spanish.

Produced by: +

Meet
One of the más chingon drummers you will ever meet. The happiest time of the year is the weekend,

See him and his beautiful wife .dances 10ft tall on 24th and Folsom and making music magic in the good hood!

Gracias to the creator + my familia + homies. So much gratitude to be honored with powerful artists from The Bay! I am continuously inspired by our beautiful community.

Come celebrate with us tonight at ! 6:30pm🔥

It’s been a rough few months for me but hopefully this will be the start of some magic✨

Mi amor de mi vida 💕🕊
Te extraño mucho baby Gorda

Wow! So thankful for my familia + homies who have been here for me through my insane injury.

It is wild to have to learn to not only live life differently but also be still as a creative. It has been a rough journey!

I want to thank everyone for their patience in portrait bookings, project, and just responding.

So much to be grateful for like my new studio space and my other strong fingers! I am back baby!!! I have been going hard on physical therapy and excited to create with y’all starting now.

Un abrazo fuerte

Meet .dances Tara Cartagena

I am a 1st generation Guatemalteca. I come from a long linkage strong of women. I am a dancer, teacher, artivist, + student.

I have so much appreciation for arts and culture and I share that in the form of dance. I am an advocate for social justice, I work for underrepresented youth. Social work is a huge part of me and giving back to the community is something I live for, either through dance or my professional work.

I have been dancing since the age of 5. I trained in classical dance then throughout high school I started developing in cultural + folkloric dance.

In 2011 I started training in Afro-Brazilian dance with Fogo Na Roupa. Performing + teaching brought me to different stages around the world such as the Ethic Dance Festival, Carnaval in the Mission, and Carnaval in Rio, Brazil. I still consider myself a student and teach upincoming youth dance with Fogo and at SOTA.

Scroll to see full interview.

See Tara 10ft tall on 24th and Folsom.
Celebration is this Saturday the 24th at 3pm.