Josh Miller

Creative and technical advice for photographing nature’s stunning autumn displays.

Gear and advice for getting away from the crowds to spectacular backcountry locations.

Reach for your wide angle lens to capture more of your subject’s story.

The mirrorless update to one of Nikon’s most respected DSLR zooms is truly a “stellar” lens.

Your telephoto lenses may become your favorites for landscape compositions.

How to use focus peaking to get maximum sharpness with every shot.

Can I stop carrying graduated neutral density filters?

Reconsidering this once-indispensable nature photography accessory in the digital age.

How important is sensor size for the quality of your photographs? We consider the pros and cons of each of the most common camera sensor formats.

How to get the most out of your long telephoto lens for wildlife.

Field testing the AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens, a super telephoto prime that’s priced within reach of more photographers.

California’s Lake Tahoe region offers year-round photo opportunities.

The Sierra Nevada mountains offer dramatic backdrops and the potential for an extended season of autumn photography.

Exploring the photo opportunities of rafting the Alsek River.

Have you ever wanted to photograph Alaska, but didn’t have the time or money to make it happen?

While many tropical countries are great for escaping winter’s cold, Costa Rica is quickly becoming one of the world’s best winter photo locations

Most of us have heard of the “rules” of composition, but how many of us have ever contemplated the “sins” of composition?