Statement

Joey Montiel is a Chicana artist from Stockton, California. She started to draw at a young age and only developed her skills further as she got into high school. It was in high school that she started to develop a style. She started to experiment in the digital space. After a newfound passion for digital art, she attended San Jose State University where she is pursuing a BFA in Digital Media Art.

Joey Montiel is a multi-medium artist with a concentration in digital art. She focuses on coding and digital illustration. Her works are inspired by personal experiences and interests. She prefers doing so because it makes it more personal. Additionally, people may feel a connection to her works because it may be relatable. She is also branching into new directions for concepts and experimenting more with different mediums.

Behind the Art

At the beginning of my artistic journey, my focus was primarily on character design, often inspired by popular media around me. My process was straightforward: an idea would spark, and I would bring it to life through a simple pencil sketch. While this approach provided valuable practice, I eventually shifted my artistic vision toward a desire to bring these sketches to life in more dynamic ways. As I transitioned into college, my interest in digital art deepened, and I began exploring new techniques.

Despite the evolution of my style and medium, one consistent: the concept. Looking forward, I aim to continue using my personal experiences as inspiration while expanding into broader narratives.