About Me | The Girl Behind The Lens — Anna Melnikoff Photography

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My journey with a camera began when I started taking photos of my sister’s dance team at high-school football games. From that point on my camera came with me everywhere. Now, I’m a recent graduate from Northern Michigan University (NMU), with a degree in photography and minor in public relations.

my fun facts:

I LOVE hiking + camping (the woods just give me so much joy)
I have a dog named bean
If I have a strawberry smoothie in my hand i’m a happy girl
I love watching a hockey or baseball game

Most importantly, I love creating and connecting with people. Telling stories through my work is what continues to inspire me every day. Whether I’m behind the camera at a game, on campus with a grad, or collaborating with a brand on a new idea, I’m driven by moments that feel real and human. I believe the best images come out of trust, curiosity, and genuine connections.

a little bit about me

Woman with glasses and long dark hair sticking out tongue in front of a wall decorated with various posters.

A woman with glasses and long hair, wearing a black jacket and white sneakers, carrying a backpack, smiling and standing on a path in a wooded area.

A woman standing in a body of water, smiling and wearing glasses, a black sleeveless top, and light-colored shorts, with hills in the background.

A close-up of a person with glasses and a Siberian Husky dog. The person is partially visible, with their face near the dog's face, both looking at the camera.

2026

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2026 calendar with dates marked with red X's for specific days in each month.

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