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Luis Jimenez Birthday Highlights

Birth Name
Luis Jimenez
Place Of Birth
El Paso, USA
Age
83 years old
Birth Date
July 30 1940

Luis Jimenez Facts

Child Star?
no
Occupation
Sculptor
Education & Qualifications
University Of Texas
Net Worth
$16,000,000
Children
Elisa Jimenez

About Luis Jimenez

Luis Alfonso Jimenez, one of the most popular American sculptors, was born on July 30, 1940, in El Paso, Texas.

He belonged of Mexican descent. Luiz Jimenez was mostly reputed for portraying aesthetic Hispanic and Southwestern American themes through his artwork.

His 'Man On Fire' work is one of his most popular pieces. He has also earned numerous artistic accomplishments. Luis Jiménez, a contemporary and a reputed artist, was greatly influenced by mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco. Besides, he was also a big fan of the Mexican muralist Diego Rivera. He won the Mexico governor's award too.

Luis Jimenez’s Net Worth, Earnings & Spending Habits

What was Luis Jimenez’s net worth?

Luis Jimenez, an impeccable artist, has a net worth of approximately $16 million.

Height, Age & Physical Attributes

How tall was Luis Jimenez?

Luis Jimenez was 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) tall.

How old was Luis Jimenez?

Luis Jimenez was 65 years when he passed away on June 13, 2006.

Childhood And Education

Luis Jimenez was born on July 30, 1940, in the city of El Paso, Texas. As a young boy, he worked at a neon shop owned by his father. He studied at the famous University of Texas, eventually completing his architecture degree. In 1964, he earned his bachelor's degree and then moved on to teach art at the well-known University of Houston. He has also worked in the art department at the University of Arizona, where he practiced his art and became quite popular.

Family, Romance, And Relationships

Who was Luis Jimenez’s partner?

Not much is known about Luis Jimenez's Partner. However, his daughter Elisa Jimenez competed in 'Project Runway'.

Career And Professional Highlights

Best Known For…

Luis Jimenez is popular for his Vaquero, Fiberglass, bold sculpture, Southwestern American themes, and 'Man On Fire' artworks.

What awards did Luis Jimenez win?

This famous sculptor won the New Mexico Governor's Award in 1993 for his various artistic accomplishments.

Other Interesting Luis Jimenez Facts And Trivia

  • In his father's neon shop, Jimenez would practice making sculptures using fiberglass and paint. He started his practice when he was just six years old. Today, you can find his artworks at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and the Art Institute of Chicago.
  • In Luis Jimenez's family only his daughter, Elisa Jimenez, is known publically.
  • Luis Jimenez passed away in New Mexico due to sustained injuries from one of the pieces that fell from a 32-ft sculpture in his art studio.

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