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Welcome to the New Website!
Welcome to the new Wild Ocean Photography website! Check out this post to learn what's been updated behind the scenes.
Zan Milligan
4 days ago2 min read


Guide: How to Photograph Birds in Flight
Photographing birds in flight can be a real challenge, but can yield some stunning results if you get it right. In this guide, you'll find my tips to improve your success rate.
Zan Milligan
Oct 96 min read


Guide: Composing a Great Wildlife Photograph
Composing a great photograph is a highly creative process, but there are some tips and tricks that will help you get started and move your photography to the next level.
Zan Milligan
Oct 812 min read


Guide: How to take photos on a boat
Taking photos from a boat comes with it's own set of challenges, especially when the weather's bad. Here's some tips for how to make it through the day and have a great trip on the ocean.
Zan Milligan
Oct 78 min read


Guide: Getting started with wildlife photography
Are you new to wildlife photography and want some tips on getting started? Check out my beginners guide to fieldcraft, kit, and patience!
Zan Milligan
Oct 67 min read


Review: Canon 17-40mm F4 L
The Canon 17-40mm F4 L rounds out my set of 'standard' lenses and is my go-to for scenic shots and events. It's another fantastic lens from Canon's L series and you can read why here.
Zan Milligan
Oct 34 min read


Review: Canon 70-200mm F4 IS L
The Canon 70-200 mm F4 IS L is an amazingly good portrait lens and can also work really well for larger and closer wildlife. After 15 years in my bag, here's why it's still my favourite lens.
Zan Milligan
Oct 24 min read


Review: Canon 300mm F4 IS L Lens (& 1.4x converter)
The Canon 300 mm F4 IS L lens was the first 'real' lens I bought about 15 years ago and it is still going strong. Here's why I love it.
Zan Milligan
Oct 16 min read


First outing with the Canon 7D mark II
The Canon 7D mk II is still a fantastic workhorse of a camera for wildlife photography. See my first impressions of it here.
Zan Milligan
Feb 18, 20182 min read


Wildlife in Focus: Florida Alligators
Who doesn't love an alligator?
Zan Milligan
Nov 24, 20172 min read


Location Report: Big Cypress in the rain
Photography trips in the rain offer something a little bit different to going out in perfect weather. Also, if you're going to live in Scotland then Florida, you'd better get used to rainy days!
Zan Milligan
Nov 12, 20171 min read


Wildlife in Focus: The Bass Rock Gannets
The Bass Rock Gannet colony is an incredibly special place! Here, I talk about my experience visiting the rock, and give some tips on what to expect if you're planning your own visit.
Zan Milligan
Aug 5, 20129 min read
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