self portrait_Melissa Lynn

After over a decade immersed in the vibrant art scene of New York City, where she honed her skills as a documentary and portrait photographer for esteemed publications, Melissa now resides in beautiful Colorado. Here, she continues to cultivate her artistic passions, blending her expertise as a photographer and digital artist.

Melissa's latest series examine the essential relationship between humanity and the Earth. Her work emphasizes the necessity of conservation and preservation initiatives and underscores our interdependence with nature. The images invite viewers to reflect on their roles within this complex ecosystem.

Melissa's photographs have been exhibited in many prestigious galleries and museums, including the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, The Griffin Museum of Photography, Fotonostrum Gallery, Colorado State Capitol Building, Colorado Photographic Arts Center, and the 13th Yixian Photography Festival.

Her images have won numerous awards and honorable mentions in photography competitions, including the Paris Photo Prize, Pollux Awards, Julia Margaret Cameron Awards, International Photo Awards, CENTER Top 100, and Critical Mass Top 200. Her work has been published in Diffusion X, Float Magazine, and Lenscratch. Please see the CV section for complete details.

-Melissa holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Textile Design from the University of Kansas.

-Limited edition print sale inquiries and exhibition opportunities are welcome.

-All images copyright Melissa Lynn 2025