Bio
Melissa Groo is a wildlife photographer, writer and conservationist. She believes that photography can be both fine art and a powerful vehicle for storytelling and education, and considers herself a “wildlife biographer” as much as a wildlife photographer. Passionate about ethics in nature photography, Groo is represented by Nat Geo Creative, a contributing editor to Audubon magazine and an Associate Fellow with the International League of Conservation Photographers. She advises the National Audubon Society on ethical photography, and has also counseled National Wildlife magazine and NANPA (North American Nature Photography) on guidelines for ethical wildlife photography. She also serves as a member of NANPA’s Ethics Committee. In 2017, Melissa received the Katie O'Brien Lifetime Achievement Award from Audubon Connecticut, for demonstrating exceptional leadership and commitment to the conservation of birds, other wildlife and their habitats. She also received the NANPA 2017 Vision Award, given to a photographer every two years in recognition of early career excellence, vision and inspiration to others in nature photography, conservation and education.
Website: http://www.melissagroo.com
Articles by Melissa Groo
How To Photograph A Fox Den
Field ethics and technical advice for capturing the delightful interactions of the marvelous fox.
Staying Safe In The Field
Insights to help protect you and your gear on your next photo adventure.
A Wide Angle For Bird Photography
How an unconventional lens choice helped capture fast-moving birds in flight.
Previsualization To Get The Shot
Approaching a subject with a concept, planning and persistence.
Rolling Blind: Using Your Car As A Wildlife Photo Blind
Social Graces
Preparing For A Photo Safari
Wild In Captivity?
Food For Thought
Photographing Birds In Flight
How To Choose A Wildlife Photography Workshop
Finding the right match for your goals and expectations is the key to a great experience.
Sony a9 For Wildlife Photography
Experiences and takeaways from my first time shooting with a mirrorless camera
Winning Wildlife Photos
Using Photo Blinds
Ethics From Empathy
Backlighting Wildlife
Lessons In Wildlife Photography
Shortcuts That Shortchange Wildlife Photography
Put the welfare of your wildlife photo subjects first by avoiding practices that endanger and exploit them.