Melissa Groo

Ways to expand your access to wildlife photo opportunities with animal welfare in mind.

Value your work—and others will, too.

Field techniques for getting intimate perspectives on wildlife while putting their welfare first.

Fall changes are an opportunity to connect with wildlife in your neighborhood.

Tips and gear recommendations for achieving maximum sharpness in your wildlife portraits.

The art, ethics and technique of documenting one of nature’s most elusive subjects.

Field ethics and technical advice for capturing the delightful interactions of the marvelous fox.

Insights to help protect you and your gear on your next photo adventure.

How an unconventional lens choice helped capture fast-moving birds in flight.

Approaching a subject with a concept, planning and persistence.

Your car can be a very effective mobile photo blind. Try these tips to get the best results.

Nature photographers can use the power of photography and social media for worthy causes.

How to pack and prepare for the eventualities of a photo safari to Africa—or any other far-flung locale—where resources and retail may be scarce.

How to make informed choices when photographing captive wildlife.

An ethical perspective on feeding wildlife for photography.

All of my best tips for what can be a very challenging pursuit.

Finding the right match for your goals and expectations is the key to a great experience.

Experiences and takeaways from my first time shooting with a mirrorless camera

Advice for entering wildlife photography contests.

Ways to conceal our presence as wildlife photographers, allowing us to capture natural behavior while minimizing disruption for our subjects.