Duade is now my absolute favourite bird photography video creator. There’s too many others out there with huge egos and too much equipment for their own good lol. Duade is the real deal and an awesome humble dude .
Yep, that last one touches my heart! You are an amazing teacher and photographer! After 50 years of loving photography, 15 of which I spent photographing seniors, I had lost the joy. Now, after discovering you, the Joy is back, I love it again, and I can’t wait to get out there every day. I just bought a Canon R7 to get myself a little more updated and I’m beginning to follow your steps thanks Duane for a new lease on my photographic life.. at age 72!
G'day Donna, what a heartwarming comment, I am so happy you have found the joy again. For me enjoying the process of getting out in nature and the possibility of seeing and photographing nature is what keeps me coming back. Have fun out there, Cheers, Duade 👍
The birds feeding and walking towards each other is a wonderful picture, just perfectly explains what makes a bird picture stand out from just regular good quality pictures.
5:38 I know what you mean by personal opinion, I like the photo on the right with the 'harsh' light. The main spot i take photos is in a gorge and 3 hrs before sunset the sun is completely behind the cliff. So I'm taking photos a lot with overhead light
Without doubt one of the best videos I have seen on how to take quality images. Delivered in a relaxed manner and packed with good tips. Not just well explained but good visual examples to back up the theory. Brilliant!
The two birds in the pond it absolutely beautiful. Well done. You have given me so much to think about and keep in mind while shooting. Thank you so much.
As a “just starting to get a bit serious” landscape photographer frustrated by lockdown, I have enjoyed trying bird photography in my neighbourhood. This is not just the most informative birding video I’ve seen but one the best photography videos I have watched overall. Fantastic video! Thank you so much.
G'Day Duade. Back when you made this video, the Covid restrictions were just kicking in, and they resulted for me in much more often walking in nature, which in turn unlocked my passion for birding. In these 2 years, tech evolved a lot (eye-AF, high ISO quality) while you replaced the mirror (of the DSLR) with a grey beard. But these 6 fundamentals still remain very valid !!! Thanks a lot, I was a joy watching this older of your video's !
Thanks Werner, yes, these fundamentals will always be important even as the tech changes. Yes, its funny looking back without the beard now. Cheers, Duade
Great video! I think the photo of the Eastern Bristlebird looks amazing! I really like the light and the shadow it casts. I actually quite strongly prefer it to the morning light one you show at 5:31! Both shots are amazing of course. Also, what I like about the absolute brightest part of the day is the ability to use much higher shutterspeed, so I usually use midday when I want to catch birds in flight.
One of the best videos on bird photography I have come across in recent days which is so rich in real life experience. Appreciate the good work and a big thank you! God bless.🙏
Awesome... your bird photographs are stunning. And your videos about bird photography and about the cameras and lenses you use are so helpful and full of essential information... even for a total beginner. I say your channel is easily the best on TH-cam for bird photography and for all the extra in-depth information you provide on camera gear and lenses used to take world class bird photographs. Amazing
Excellent video, great shots and no ads to distract from the message. Always a pleasures to see a fellow twitcher out admiring the bush. Tough gig getting spectacular bird shots like yours. Great work.
G'day, thanks for the comment, brought a smile to my face 😀 Yes I am very grateful to live in this country with so many different birds and habitats. Let's hope future generations get to enjoy it too. Cheers, Duade 👍
Thank you for such in depth information, you really are a great teacher, that clearly comes from your passion. I heard another photographer say that LUCK is nothing more than, LABOR, UNDER, CORRECT, KNOWLEDGE. I believe this, we create our own luck, by listening, learning and doing the footwork. Thank you very much for sharing your photos, especially the not so good ones, it really helps me feel hopeful.
Ok so I just commented on your other video (the 800mm f11) and clicked on this one to check out another vid, you got some serious skill my friend. You have gained another follower. Keep 'em coming.
G'day and thank you for your feedback, I hope to share what I have learnt on this channel. I know I benefited greatly from others advice and hope I can do the same. Cheers, Duade
I've seen all of these tips many times over, but of all the videos I've seen, this one is probably my favorite. The way the information is delivered and the examples used to demonstrate the tips is spot on.
This is such a good video. I was browsing before bed hoping for some quick tips, but it kept me engaged 100% until the end. I love videos that really speak to me like this but also hate them because after watching, I am looking through all the photos I have taken in my two years of owning a camera and understand why they're trash images now. Plus side, you've helped me set some really specific goals for myself and that is really going to hopefully be a game changer here soon. Thank you so much for this video.
Hi Laika, thank you for your lovely comment, I appreciate the feedback. I hope you learnt a few things you can apply to your own photography. Cheers, Duade 👍
I just got my first camera - a Fuji X-T3 - and slowly but surely I am realizing that I'll probably be shooting birds in my future. Ha, who would have thought :) Well, I'm happy to be here, and thank you Duade for the great information and explanation you're providing!
Just came across this video though I've been following Duade for a while now. It's like going back in time in a time machine seeing a youthful Duade. As always, a great video to learn from :)
Minus the first before birdshot, I think your before shots are really well done. All in focus and my eyes instantly went onto the birds themselves. You are very talented and I hope to be as good as you one day. I am just beginning and have a long way to go.
G'day Mazakie, thank you very much for your comment, it is great to hear you are getting into bird photography. It is a hard but very rewarding hobby. Cheers, Duade
Excellent video with clear explanations and terrific visual examples. The joy you find in your photography permeates the communication you share with your viewers. I count myself very fortunate to have found your channel. Thanks so much!
I’ve just started out on my bird photography journey, and the vast majority of my photos end up looking like the one you showed from the beginning of your journey. But that gives me hope that if I keep watching videos and practicing, I’ll improve as much as you did. :) Glad I found your channel...subscribed and can’t wait for more.
G'day Ashley, congrats on getting into bird photography, it really is a wonderful hobby. I hope my videos help you to improve your shots. Good luck, Cheers, Duade
Awesome video I like how birds photographer takes beautiful birds pictures its so satisfaing. Im started bird photography recently and it feels good when you find beautiful bird and take good picture of it.
I bought an R5 8 weeks ago, had to wait 4 weeks to get it. While I was waiting I've been watching lots of your videos. They are very good, you're relaxed and present the information in an easy to understand way. I just watched this video, now I'm going back to old pictures to look for good poses. Thank you very much.
Thank you for this excellent video. I have been watching a lot of bird photography videos during this time of lock down and social distancing and this is one of the very best. You cover not just the technical aspects to create a B photo, but the creative aspects that make an A photo. I also like that you shared your early F and D photos and explained the principle that improved your technique to get to B shots in just 7 months.
G'day Art, thank you very much for the comment and sub. Bird photography is difficult but if you follow some of the steps I outlined you will see improvement in your photos for sure. I can imagine many of us are itching to get out and visit some of our local birding spots to take photos. Cheers, Duade
Brilliant videos, learning so much, extremely helpful, very down to earth and honest, Duade has lovely way of putting the information over to viewer, very easy to understand, uncomplicated.
This was very helpful, now to get it off of my notes and into my head. I have a lot to learn, and I don't have a wonderful spot like you do in Australia close to my home. Thank you so much.
Great video Duade, I really enjoyed it. Your images are fantastic. I think the best thing about this video is how relaxed you are on camera and the fact that you explain things in a nice, non-technical way - you don't go on about camera settings like a lot of photographers do. 😉🙂
Nice video, even knowing these tips and tricks, it still helps to hear them again as I think often we get immersed in certain details or objectives as photographers to the point that the basics escape our thought process. hearing them out loud from another photographer solidifies them and re-enforces the good habits we may have forgotten to focus on.
At 13:10... my eyes have gone automatically to the image at the bottom left. :) I like the blue color of the sky. Amazing photos and videos Duade. Regards from Spain.
I thought this was great thanks! I knew some things but there was plenty I learned too. You have inspired me to try to do more early morning photography!
Great video Duade. I agree that just being out here is a big part of the reward - a good image is the icing on the cake. Some great tips for improving overall quality of images.
Thanks for a great informative video Duade. The last one is probably the hardest and you just have to be in the right place at the right time. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Keith
G'day Keith, you are bang on, a lot of luck for sure. I think that is what keeps us coming back, there will always be different conditions, birds and behaviour to capture. Cheers, Duade👍
This is great, thanks for taking the time, Duade. It's awesome to find a great Aussie channel too, I'm really just starting out in wildlife photography and based on the Northern Tablelands.
G'day Ash, thanks for the feedback, I have a bit more time due to Covid, so I'm using it to make some videos. Great to hear you are getting into wildlife photography. I'm sure you have lots of birds around your way. Cheers, Duade 👍
You did a super job describing your six points! Using before and after images was extremely helpful to in visualizing what you were saying. So many TH-camrs repeat themselves it makes it difficult to listen, but you did a super job! Will look forward to seeing more of your work.
Duade Paton, Thank you very much for the wonderful, very helpful video and pictures. I will be waiting for even more A pictures of yours. Keep following your beautiful goal and keep safe!
Your videos are excellent. Everything is explained so well you make complicated things a lot easier somehow. I love the additional material such as the examples that visually help get the points across. I only found your channel today and have already watched a few videos, it's addictive! Sent a donation to say thank you.
Good morning Caroline, it makes me happy to hear you are finding the videos helpful, thank you very much for the donation, I really appreciate it. Cheers, Duade
Wonderful - wish I had seen this a long time ago. I have figured out bits and pieces of this over time, but never seen it presented so concisely and effectively. Bravo!
@@Duade I might have an opportunity to spend some time in Australia next year. While my wife visits with an old friend, I was thinking about sneaking off for a few days of birding. If you had 3 - 5 days of time to bird in Australia, what would you do with the time? Any recommendations for guides/tour operators? Thanks,
G'day Richard, there are many different places to go birding in Australia and it is a very large country so it can be difficult. It will also depend on the time of year you visit to which birds are available. If you are here during May - August then Darwin/Kakadu area would be good and there are many birding guides in that area. Cairns is another hotspot in Queensland. I would suggest possibly buying the book "Finding Australian Birds" or "The Complete Guide to Finding The Birds of Australia" These show you what birds to expect in each state. This may help you narrow down an area you would like to visit. Cheers, Duade
this video is brilliant for beginners, and I keep coming back from this video to make sure I'm still doing it right. Applying the tips in your video truly makes a lot of difference. thanks a lot.
What a great job you did with this video! Just outstanding. I'm sending this to a friend who is just starting out with photography and birding. You and I will help give him the avian photography "bug". Thank-you!
A very nice tutiorial again, together with the Five key factor for backgrounds Duade presents very nice material for people who are interested in bird photography. Many thanks for posting this kind of information on you tube
Fantastically helpful and inspiring video, Duade. If feel my mind and camera are headed in the right direction after viewing this. Thank you for your way of presenting your valuable tips and experiences on becoming a better bird photographer! I look forward to each and every video you make.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, as a keen but new to bird photography each tip you provide is an invaluable tool to improve what knowledge I have and aspire to. Your photographs are excellent.
Great video that any aspiring bird photographer should watch. Particularly liked the tip about raising your leg when lying down to attract attention and capture eye contact. Made me laugh out loud. It works. No mention of camouflage gear or wearing dull/neutral clothing. I'm starting to find it allows you to get closer. My most important tip with bird photography is proximity to your subject. They haven't made a lens or camera that can replace proximity.
Thanks John, yes camo, blinds can come in very handy for certain species. Yes getting close is a challenge and a key aspect. I also forgot to mention the importance of the perch. Cheers, Duade
Wow, such an excellent and informativie video. Now I know what I am doing wrong - everything! But, I now know what to change to improve my birding photography. Thank you!
Duade is now my absolute favourite bird photography video creator. There’s too many others out there with huge egos and too much equipment for their own good lol. Duade is the real deal and an awesome humble dude .
Yep, that last one touches my heart! You are an amazing teacher and photographer! After 50 years of loving photography, 15 of which I spent photographing seniors, I had lost the joy. Now, after discovering you, the Joy is back, I love it again, and I can’t wait to get out there every day. I just bought a Canon R7 to get myself a little more updated and I’m beginning to follow your steps thanks Duane for a new lease on my photographic life.. at age 72!
G'day Donna, what a heartwarming comment, I am so happy you have found the joy again. For me enjoying the process of getting out in nature and the possibility of seeing and photographing nature is what keeps me coming back. Have fun out there, Cheers, Duade 👍
The birds feeding and walking towards each other is a wonderful picture, just perfectly explains what makes a bird picture stand out from just regular good quality pictures.
Thanks, yes, that is one of my all-time favourite photos, Cheers, Duade
5:38 I know what you mean by personal opinion, I like the photo on the right with the 'harsh' light. The main spot i take photos is in a gorge and 3 hrs before sunset the sun is completely behind the cliff. So I'm taking photos a lot with overhead light
G'day Kurtis, sounds like tough conditions, a real test for the camera. Cheers, Duade 👍
Without doubt one of the best videos I have seen on how to take quality images. Delivered in a relaxed manner and packed with good tips. Not just well explained but good visual examples to back up the theory. Brilliant!
G'day Jeff, thank you very much for your kind words, I am glad you liked the video and found it helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍
Using your grading system, this video is an "A" for certain. Outstanding.
G'day Jim, you are too kind, thanks for the comment 👍
Very useful tips. Thank you.
The two birds in the pond it absolutely beautiful. Well done. You have given me so much to think about and keep in mind while shooting. Thank you so much.
Dean, it is my pleasure, good luck with your photography, Cheers, Duade
As a “just starting to get a bit serious” landscape photographer frustrated by lockdown, I have enjoyed trying bird photography in my neighbourhood. This is not just the most informative birding video I’ve seen but one the best photography videos I have watched overall. Fantastic video! Thank you so much.
G'day Richard, thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. Good luck with your photography, what part of NZ are you from?
G'Day Duade. Back when you made this video, the Covid restrictions were just kicking in, and they resulted for me in much more often walking in nature, which in turn unlocked my passion for birding.
In these 2 years, tech evolved a lot (eye-AF, high ISO quality) while you replaced the mirror (of the DSLR) with a grey beard. But these 6 fundamentals still remain very valid !!!
Thanks a lot, I was a joy watching this older of your video's !
Thanks Werner, yes, these fundamentals will always be important even as the tech changes. Yes, its funny looking back without the beard now. Cheers, Duade
Brilliant presentation, clear, and informative . Thank you. Just one request, please keep the specifications on for a little longer!
G'day Adnan, thank you for your kind comment, I'm glad you found it informative. I will try and make the descriptions a touch longer. 👍
Great video! I think the photo of the Eastern Bristlebird looks amazing! I really like the light and the shadow it casts. I actually quite strongly prefer it to the morning light one you show at 5:31! Both shots are amazing of course. Also, what I like about the absolute brightest part of the day is the ability to use much higher shutterspeed, so I usually use midday when I want to catch birds in flight.
Thanks for taking the time to comment, yes it is interesting how we all like different things, Cheers, Duade
One of the best videos on bird photography I have come across in recent days which is so rich in real life experience. Appreciate the good work and a big thank you! God bless.🙏
Thanks Firoz, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade
Awesome... your bird photographs are stunning. And your videos about bird photography and about the cameras and lenses you use are so helpful and full of essential information... even for a total beginner. I say your channel is easily the best on TH-cam for bird photography and for all the extra in-depth information you provide on camera gear and lenses used to take world class bird photographs. Amazing
Thank you, you are too kind, I appreciate the feedback and great to hear you are finding the videos helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍
Excellent video, great shots and no ads to distract from the message. Always a pleasures to see a fellow twitcher out admiring the bush. Tough gig getting spectacular bird shots like yours. Great work.
G'day, thanks for the comment, brought a smile to my face 😀 Yes I am very grateful to live in this country with so many different birds and habitats. Let's hope future generations get to enjoy it too. Cheers, Duade 👍
Thank you for such in depth information, you really are a great teacher, that clearly comes from your passion. I heard another photographer say that LUCK is nothing more than, LABOR, UNDER, CORRECT, KNOWLEDGE. I believe this, we create our own luck, by listening, learning and doing the footwork. Thank you very much for sharing your photos, especially the not so good ones, it really helps me feel hopeful.
Ok so I just commented on your other video (the 800mm f11) and clicked on this one to check out another vid, you got some serious skill my friend. You have gained another follower. Keep 'em coming.
G'day and thank you for your feedback, I hope to share what I have learnt on this channel. I know I benefited greatly from others advice and hope I can do the same. Cheers, Duade
Another great video. You made it SO easy to understand what I have been lacking. Thanks, Duade!
Timmy, that is great to hear, Cheers, Duade
I've seen all of these tips many times over, but of all the videos I've seen, this one is probably my favorite. The way the information is delivered and the examples used to demonstrate the tips is spot on.
and welcome to the channel, thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade
I have never watched a TH-camr this long : you speaking lots of sense : thanks a lot
G'day Jonnah, thank you for the feedback and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers, Duade 👍
I loved the two birds with a reflection. Nicely done! Great fundamental video.
Steven, yes, that is one of my all-time favourite shots, Cheers, Duade
This is such a good video. I was browsing before bed hoping for some quick tips, but it kept me engaged 100% until the end. I love videos that really speak to me like this but also hate them because after watching, I am looking through all the photos I have taken in my two years of owning a camera and understand why they're trash images now. Plus side, you've helped me set some really specific goals for myself and that is really going to hopefully be a game changer here soon. Thank you so much for this video.
Hi Laika, thank you for your lovely comment, I appreciate the feedback. I hope you learnt a few things you can apply to your own photography. Cheers, Duade 👍
Sorry for watching your old videos. They are still totally valid and highly interesting.
No problem, feel free to watch them, that is why they are there. Cheers, Duade
I just got my first camera - a Fuji X-T3 - and slowly but surely I am realizing that I'll probably be shooting birds in my future. Ha, who would have thought :) Well, I'm happy to be here, and thank you Duade for the great information and explanation you're providing!
G'day Basti, congrats on the Fuji, an excellent camera by all accounts. Once you start with birds it is very addictive. Happy birding, Cheers, Duade 👍
Just came across this video though I've been following Duade for a while now. It's like going back in time in a time machine seeing a youthful Duade. As always, a great video to learn from :)
Minus the first before birdshot, I think your before shots are really well done. All in focus and my eyes instantly went onto the birds themselves. You are very talented and I hope to be as good as you one day. I am just beginning and have a long way to go.
G'day Mazakie, thank you very much for your comment, it is great to hear you are getting into bird photography. It is a hard but very rewarding hobby. Cheers, Duade
Excellent video with clear explanations and terrific visual examples. The joy you find in your photography permeates the communication you share with your viewers. I count myself very fortunate to have found your channel. Thanks so much!
Thanks Ray, I really appreciate the support and it is great to hear my passion comes through. Cheers, Duade
I never really understood why light was good or bad until watching this video. I learned lots more too. Thanks for posting.
Thanks Peter, I'm glad it made sense and you found it helpful, Cheers, Duade
Fantastic video Duade, some great tips that I’m looking forward to trying out and beautiful photos
Good luck Franco, Cheers, Duade
I’ve just started out on my bird photography journey, and the vast majority of my photos end up looking like the one you showed from the beginning of your journey. But that gives me hope that if I keep watching videos and practicing, I’ll improve as much as you did. :) Glad I found your channel...subscribed and can’t wait for more.
G'day Ashley, congrats on getting into bird photography, it really is a wonderful hobby. I hope my videos help you to improve your shots. Good luck, Cheers, Duade
Absolutely magnificent last image of Stilts! Thanks for all the tips and examples! Really great video!
It is my pleasure, I am glad you enjoyed the video, Cheers, Duade
Superb video presentation Duade. Looking forward to implementing some of these steps in the coming week!
Good luck Gene, I hope they help, Cheers, Duade
One of the most intuitive and enjoyable bird videos I have watched. Thank you
G'day Harry, thank you for your comment, I'm happy you found it interesting. 👍
Best video about bird photography so far, and I've watched a lot of them.
and welcome to the channel, I am happy you found it helpful, Cheers, Duade
Thanks!
Thanks again Ron, Cheers, Duade
Awesome video I like how birds photographer takes beautiful birds pictures its so satisfaing. Im started bird photography recently and it feels good when you find beautiful bird and take good picture of it.
Ahmed, yes, it is a wonderful hobby and feels great as you mention when you get the shot. Cheers, Duade
I bought an R5 8 weeks ago, had to wait 4 weeks to get it. While I was waiting I've been watching lots of your videos. They are very good, you're relaxed and present the information in an easy to understand way. I just watched this video, now I'm going back to old pictures to look for good poses. Thank you very much.
Jack, it is my pleasure, congrats on the R5, I am sure you will get many wonderful shots, Cheers, Duade
This is great! Duade is engaging and explains everything brilliantly. Thank you.
Thanks for the support and I am glad you found it helpful, Cheers, Duade
I agree - the shot of the two stilts is fantastic! Thank you for all the tips.
Hi Caroline, yes it's one of my favourite images. Cheers, Duade 👍
Thank you for this excellent video. I have been watching a lot of bird photography videos during this time of lock down and social distancing and this is one of the very best. You cover not just the technical aspects to create a B photo, but the creative aspects that make an A photo. I also like that you shared your early F and D photos and explained the principle that improved your technique to get to B shots in just 7 months.
G'day Art, thank you very much for the comment and sub. Bird photography is difficult but if you follow some of the steps I outlined you will see improvement in your photos for sure. I can imagine many of us are itching to get out and visit some of our local birding spots to take photos. Cheers, Duade
Brilliant videos, learning so much, extremely helpful, very down to earth and honest, Duade has lovely way of putting the information over to viewer, very easy to understand, uncomplicated.
Darren, thanks for the kind words and feedback, I appreciate it, Cheers, Duade
@@Duade you're more than welcome, thanks Darren.
This was very helpful, now to get it off of my notes and into my head. I have a lot to learn, and I don't have a wonderful spot like you do in Australia close to my home. Thank you so much.
Bea, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade
Great video Duade, I really enjoyed it. Your images are fantastic. I think the best thing about this video is how relaxed you are on camera and the fact that you explain things in a nice, non-technical way - you don't go on about camera settings like a lot of photographers do. 😉🙂
G'day Barry, thank you very much for the feedback, I appreciate it. Cheers, Duade
Awesome examples, beautiful photos , very informative. Thank you.
Thanks Nick, glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade
Nice video, even knowing these tips and tricks, it still helps to hear them again as I think often we get immersed in certain details or objectives as photographers to the point that the basics escape our thought process. hearing them out loud from another photographer solidifies them and re-enforces the good habits we may have forgotten to focus on.
At 13:10... my eyes have gone automatically to the image at the bottom left. :) I like the blue color of the sky. Amazing photos and videos Duade. Regards from Spain.
G'day, thanks for your comments, Cheers, Duade
I greatly enjoyed your thoughts. Well presented and awesome photographs. 5 stars all around.
Thanks Matthew, I appreciate you taking the time to comment. Cheers, Duade
Great steps. I just started with bird photography and these step are very helpful. Thank you for sharing Duade
Hendrik, great to hear, good luck with your photography, Cheers, Duade
I thought this was great thanks! I knew some things but there was plenty I learned too. You have inspired me to try to do more early morning photography!
Great to hear Susan, have fun out there, nature is a wonderful way to spend ones time. Cheers, Duade
Great tips. Thank you. Nice video with amazing photos. Congrats
G'day Vitor, thanks for the nice comment. Cheers, Duade👍
Loved your 6 steps and your beautiful photos. Thank you!
It is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade
Thank you, Cheers, Duade 👍
I love your masterpiece photography ,your composition framing and angle of beautiful subjects, thank you.
Abdul, you are too kind, thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade
@@Duade thank you sir 👍
Hi Duade
Thanks, brilliant video, nicely presented. Fundamentals that will help everybody. keep up the good work
cheers Andy
G'day Andy, thanks for the comment, glad you enjoyed it. 👍
Great video Duade. I agree that just being out here is a big part of the reward - a good image is the icing on the cake. Some great tips for improving overall quality of images.
G'day David, thanks for your comment, yes, I agree being out in nature is a very soothing and rewarding experience. Cheers, Duade
AWESOME PICTURES, GREAT SPEACH , BEAUTIFUL TUTORIAL
G'day Lazaro, thank you, Cheers, Duade
I have seen so many videos uncountable about birds photography but how you explained was something best possible thank you so much
G'day Pradeep, thank you for your comment, I'm glad you found it helpful. 👍
Simple, full of splendid observations. Great to watch.
Thanks Darek, Cheers, Duade 👍
Could you leave your settings on the screen just for a little bit longer please.
G'day Greg, you make a good point and I have left the settings on longer in my latest video th-cam.com/video/Lhe-_A_HVns/w-d-xo.html Cheers, Duade👍
Hit pause.
I'll second that! I'm constantly hitting pause...or slide back and pause
Or you can play the video at slower speed
Very good thoughts and nice simple explanation to great birds photography
G'day Sanjay, thanks for your comment, Cheers, Duade 👍
Fantastic video, beautiful images, useful tips !
G'day Mark, thanks for the feedback. Cheers, Duade
Thanks for a great informative video Duade. The last one is probably the hardest and you just have to be in the right place at the right time. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Keith
G'day Keith, you are bang on, a lot of luck for sure. I think that is what keeps us coming back, there will always be different conditions, birds and behaviour to capture. Cheers, Duade👍
Great video, loved that you backed it up with so many examples, and put your own taste on the line.
Thanks Robert, glad you found it helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍
Wonderful video with wealth of informations
Great pics. And thank you for sharing.
G'day Chris, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade
Great video Duade. You summed everything up perfectly.
Thanks Martin, glad you enjoyed it, Cheers, Duade
You have opened my eyes to a whole new approach in six simple steps.
Great to hear Bobby, thanks for yoru comment. Cheers, Duade
This is great, thanks for taking the time, Duade.
It's awesome to find a great Aussie channel too, I'm really just starting out in wildlife photography and based on the Northern Tablelands.
G'day Ash, thanks for the feedback, I have a bit more time due to Covid, so I'm using it to make some videos. Great to hear you are getting into wildlife photography. I'm sure you have lots of birds around your way. Cheers, Duade 👍
You did a super job describing your six points! Using before and after images was extremely helpful to in visualizing what you were saying. So many TH-camrs repeat themselves it makes it difficult to listen, but you did a super job! Will look forward to seeing more of your work.
G'day Maggie, thank you very much for your kind words, I'm glad you found it interesting and helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍
Duade Paton, Thank you very much for the wonderful, very helpful video and pictures. I will be waiting for even more A pictures of yours. Keep following your beautiful goal and keep safe!
G'day Flora, thank you for your lovely comment, I am working on a new video now that will hopefully be out within the week. Cheers, Duade 👍
This is millions dollars tips. I really appreciate you for sharing this with us.
Your videos are excellent. Everything is explained so well you make complicated things a lot easier somehow. I love the additional material such as the examples that visually help get the points across. I only found your channel today and have already watched a few videos, it's addictive! Sent a donation to say thank you.
Good morning Caroline, it makes me happy to hear you are finding the videos helpful, thank you very much for the donation, I really appreciate it. Cheers, Duade
Thanks for the tips.
A picture worths a thousand words. You’ve explained it well by including relevant samples. Well done.
Photos are amazing too.
Thank you, I appreciate the feedback. Cheers, Duade 👍
Wonderful - wish I had seen this a long time ago. I have figured out bits and pieces of this over time, but never seen it presented so concisely and effectively. Bravo!
G'day Richard, thank you for your kind feedback, I appreciate it. Cheers, Duade 👍
@@Duade I might have an opportunity to spend some time in Australia next year. While my wife visits with an old friend, I was thinking about sneaking off for a few days of birding. If you had 3 - 5 days of time to bird in Australia, what would you do with the time? Any recommendations for guides/tour operators? Thanks,
G'day Richard, there are many different places to go birding in Australia and it is a very large country so it can be difficult. It will also depend on the time of year you visit to which birds are available. If you are here during May - August then Darwin/Kakadu area would be good and there are many birding guides in that area. Cairns is another hotspot in Queensland. I would suggest possibly buying the book "Finding Australian Birds" or "The Complete Guide to Finding The Birds of Australia" These show you what birds to expect in each state. This may help you narrow down an area you would like to visit. Cheers, Duade
Another great video Duade and your tips are so true.
Thanks Tony, hopefully some people find the tips useful. Cheers, Duade
🤔👌brill many thanks for sharing 😊
G'day Michael, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade
Very good advice to achieve good photographic shots. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge.
G'day, my pleasure, I'm glad you enjoyed it, Cheers, Duade
Great video. Lots of things you can learn from this video about bird photography
G'day, thanks for the comment, glad you found it useful.👍
this video is brilliant for beginners, and I keep coming back from this video to make sure I'm still doing it right. Applying the tips in your video truly makes a lot of difference. thanks a lot.
That is great to hear, I am glad you have found it helpful, Cheers, Duade
You are a great photographer and a great teacher!
Thanks Fred, you are too kind, Cheers, Duade
Great video. Amazing last image 👌🏻📸
Thank you, I also like that last image. Cheers, Duade
What a great job you did with this video! Just outstanding. I'm sending this to a friend who is just starting out with photography and birding. You and I will help give him the avian photography "bug". Thank-you!
Sounds fantastic, the more with the "bug" the better. Cheers, Duade👍
I'm fairly new to Bird/Wildlife photography, and I really appreciate these tips. Great video and amazing shots!
Thank you, Cheers, Duade
I am very excited and happy how well you are at delivering the various tips. Truly positive and powerful.
Cheers
G'day Leslie, you are too kind, thank you. 👍
A very nice tutiorial again, together with the Five key factor for backgrounds Duade presents very nice material for people who are interested in bird photography. Many thanks for posting this kind of information on you tube
G'day Ton, thanks again for the nice comments. Glad you found them useful. Cheers, Duade
Loved the photo at the end of the two birds coming together and the reflection! A+
G'day Shannon, I'm glad you liked the photo, Cheers, Duade
Thank you! Great job on this video, well done!! Subscribed! And yes, that Black Winged Stilt image is fantastic.....
Thanks Richard, I appreciate the comment. 👍
Great video with practical tips. Excellent images. Thanks.
G'day Atul, thanks for your comment 👍
GREAT image Birds reflecting in water and looking at each other.
Thanks Sandie, it is one of my favourites. 👍
Outstanding video, thanks a lot for making and posting this video Duade!
G'day Yashavant, my pleasure. Cheers, Duade
Fantastic video. Just the right amount of info and great use of samples. I subscribed.
Thanks Dave, I appreciate the feedback and subscription. Seems to be a good time to be watching TH-cam 👍
Great video with some very usefull tips
G'day I'm glad you found the video useful, Cheers, Duade
Fantastically helpful and inspiring video, Duade. If feel my mind and camera are headed in the right direction after viewing this. Thank you for your way of presenting your valuable tips and experiences on becoming a better bird photographer! I look forward to each and every video you make.
G'day Tom, thanks for your kind comments, I appreciate it. Good luck on your birding journey. Cheers, Duade
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, as a keen but new to bird photography each tip you provide is an invaluable tool to improve what knowledge I have and aspire to. Your photographs are excellent.
G'day Steven, thank you very much for your comment, I made this video to help others and it's great to know it is. Good luck on your birding journey 👍
Great video that any aspiring bird photographer should watch. Particularly liked the tip about raising your leg when lying down to attract attention and capture eye contact. Made me laugh out loud. It works.
No mention of camouflage gear or wearing dull/neutral clothing. I'm starting to find it allows you to get closer. My most important tip with bird photography is proximity to your subject. They haven't made a lens or camera that can replace proximity.
Thanks John, yes camo, blinds can come in very handy for certain species. Yes getting close is a challenge and a key aspect. I also forgot to mention the importance of the perch. Cheers, Duade
Great talk! Excellent images and tips. Thanks!!
G'day Peter, thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade 👍
Great video and awesome picture’s especially that last one👍
Thanks David, I appreciate it, Cheers, Duade
Thanks a lot for these amazing tips... Really clear and clever !
It is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade
Fab stuff! Enjoyed that! The last stilt pic is a beaut! 😎
Thanks JP, yes that Stilt is one of my favourites for sure. Cheers, Duade
Wow, such an excellent and informativie video. Now I know what I am doing wrong - everything! But, I now know what to change to improve my birding photography. Thank you!
Love the 2 black stilt photo!!
Roger, thanks, it is one of my most memorable shots for sure. Cheers, Duade
Nice video.. Worth watching it.. 👍👍
G'day Sujeesh, thanks for the comment.👍