Melanie Hernandez

Multimedia Journalist

Photography

My photography work from Dallas Observer stories to in-class assignments.

Alma Cafe and Bakeshop, South Irving’s first local cafe, fills a void in the community

Fresh pastries from South Irving’s first local coffee shop, Alma Cafe & Bakehouse, on June 10, 2026.

Sor Juana Botanero

Sor Juana: A new spot for ‘food, drink and human connection’ that we’re actually excited about

Oak Cliff Art Walk Photo Essay

The fourth annual Oak Cliff Art Walk through the lens of Reyna Ramirez, one of the organizers and the gallery director for Cima Arts, an art nonprofit in Dallas.

Newspaper Design

North Texas Daily Special Edition: New Student Guide, Summer 2024

As design editor, I helped revive the NTDaily summer edition. I led the entire creative process, from article topics to designing all 12 pages of this special edition by myself.

Other newspaper designs