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PHOTOGRAPHY

Hello! I am Anka, a portrait and branding photographer with over 16 years of experience, based in Porto, Portugal, available worldwide. My work blends a cinematic, natural and relaxed approach, creating images that feel authentic and deeply personal. Whether it's a portrait, a couple or a family session, I capture photographs that feel natural, personal and alive. You don’t need to pose, i’ll gently guide you through the process.

I’m open to discuss your project so please don’t hesitate to get in touch

PORTRAITS
JEWELRY
CLOTHING
FAMILY
HEADSHOTS
A happy couple hugging a Golden Retriever puppy at the beach during sunset.
A black and white close-up photograph of a woman with curly hair covering part of her face, with her hands touching her cheeks and lips, conveying a sense of contemplation or emotion.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire sitting on a rocky beach structure with ocean waves in the background during sunset, smiling and enjoying their time together.
A woman with long, wavy brown hair and red lipstick resting her arm on her head and looking to the side.
A family of three sitting on rocks by the beach at sunset. The adults are looking at the child, who is holding a small object, and the woman is leaning in to kiss the child.
A woman with blonde hair standing on the beach at sunset, holding a black coat open while facing the ocean.
A man leaning over and touching foreheads with a woman who is lying down. Both are wearing glasses and the man is holding the woman's face gently.
Close-up of a child with light skin and short curly hair, sitting on an adult's lap, with hands from multiple people around their face and chest.
A family of three walking hand-in-hand along the beach with footprints in the sand, overcast sky, ocean in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a couple sitting on a large rock on a beach. The woman has long, wavy hair and is looking to the side, while the man is behind her, kissing her on the forehead. The background shows blurred buildings in the distance.
A woman with short dark hair, wearing red lipstick, gold geometric jewelry, and a white shirt, looking directly at the camera against a plain gray background.
A couple standing on a beach at sunset, holding hands behind their backs, facing opposite directions with their profile visible, with ocean waves in the background.
A woman standing on a boat's edge at sunset, looking to the right, with wind in her hair, wearing a light-colored blouse and dark skirt, with a railing and the ocean in the background.
Family enjoying a day at the beach with children riding on parent's shoulders, smiling and playing near the ocean.
A woman with wet, wavy hair wearing a white shirt, looking at the camera with her hand resting on her face, in a black and white photograph.
Two women lying on the ground, embracing each other, one with faces evident and the other with face mostly obscured, in a black-and-white photograph.
A woman with long blonde hair standing by the beach during sunset, wearing a black sweater and holding a chair, with large rocks in the background and water reflecting the warm sunlight.
A man is holding a woman in a black coat over his shoulder on a sandy beach, with the woman laughing and kicking her legs, near the water's edge, at sunset.
A black-and-white photo of a couple sitting on a large rock at the beach. The woman is in front, with her legs extended and crossed at the ankles. The man is behind, embracing her and kissing her on the forehead. The background shows a blurry shoreli
A woman with long hair wearing a fedora hat, white shirt, and dark blazer, sitting outdoors near water with a cityscape in the background, holding her hat with one hand, smiling slightly.
A man and woman outdoors in the late afternoon sun, with the woman standing on a low wall and extending her arms out. The man is holding her hand, standing on the sidewalk, wearing sunglasses. The background features a building with graffiti art and
A woman with short, dark hair leaning on a wooden fence outdoors at sunset, with a blurred background of a bridge and water.
An adult man and a young boy with blonde hair and a beard lying on the sand, face to face, about to kiss or touch noses. The man has closed eyes and the boy is leaning over him, wearing a striped shirt.
A black and white photo of a woman with long hair, standing outdoors with her head bowed and hair blowing in the wind, next to a railing, with a blurred background of city buildings and landscape.
A black and white photo of a woman sipping red wine from a glass.
A couple embracing and kissing on the beach at sunset, with ocean waves and rocks in the background.
A woman walking barefoot on the beach holding her shoes, wearing a black knitted sweater and a light-colored skirt, with rocks and waves in the background.
A couple holding hands and walking down stone steps with a cityscape view in the background, featuring many buildings, rooftops, and a river.
Woman in a white dress and black jacket dancing on a beach with rocks and the ocean in the background, seagull flying nearby during sunset.
A man is lifting a young girl in the air on a rocky beach with waves and a cloudy sky in the background.

I SPECIALIZE IN

Personal photography – portraits, couples, and family sessions that celebrate individuality.
Branding & editorial – clothing look-books, jewelry photography, content creation for brands. 

Headshots (personal and corprate) - clean, classic modern portrait that look professional and shows personality.

With 16 years of experience, I offer a stress-free, guided process where I help with posing, styling, and creating a comfortable environment. My goal is to make each session a form of photo therapy, where clients feel seen and confident.

I shoot both on location and in the studio, and offer online consultations and international bookings.

I also create covers for books and music albums.

Education. For over 16 years, I have been teaching photographers and photography beginners to find their way and enhance their work all over the world and online.

📩 Let’s create something unique together. Contact me to book your session! *

  • I fluently speak English, Portuguese and Russian, also can understand and speak some broken Spanish :)

A woman with dark curly hair wearing a decorative hair accessory with pearls, touching her chin, against a dark green background.