Turbocharge Your Wildlife Photography!! Avoid My Mistakes!!

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Күн бұрын

I share the 20 common mistakes I made when learning wildlife photography so you don't have too, I really hope you find this video helpful and I would love to hear your mistakes in the comments. Cheers, Duade
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Chapters
00:00 20 Common Mistakes
00:36 #1 Expensive Gear
01:40 #2 Cheap UV Filters
02:13 #3 Shooting in JPEG
03:12 #4 Not Editing Shots
03:38 #5 Not Shooting In Bursts
04:52 #6 Hitting The Buffer
07:56 #7 Buying Cheap Memory Cards
08:50 #8 Not Shooting In Tracking AF
10:25 #9 Shooting In Full Auto
15:52 #10 Shooting Wide Open
16:42 #11 Fail To Take Test Shots
17:23 #12 Lack Of Support
18:10 #13 Not Understanding Light
22:32 #14 Backgrounds
24:39 #15 Not Being Eye Level
25:46 #16 Staying In One Place
27:00 #17 Cropping Too Much
27:55 #18 Not Isolating Subject
28:30 #19 Wrong Location
29:48 #20 Need Experience
30:35 Conclusion
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@jyoung4930 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this Duade. I'd also like to say I really appreciate you showing the final image, and the raw you started from with the image overlaid onto the raw. It's very helpful to me as a beginner to see what material you're starting with and where you can take it. Doing that must add some production time to your videos, so I just wanted to say that touch is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, it does add time for sure but as you say very helpful for people to see how the image was created from the RAW file. Cheers, Duade

@nallontrails Жыл бұрын

Totally ... That's Duade signature style

@unclejoe3397 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being humble enough to admit your mistakes. I'm just beginning and some days I run into problem after problem, but I am learning slowly but surely. And I tell myself that at least I got good exercise lol. You are an expert but have a gift of explaining in a way anyone can understand. Thanks!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe, I appreciate the feedback and glad to hear you are enjoying your photography. Cheers, Duade

@randyschwager2515 4 ай бұрын

Excellent refresher! Thanks for taking me along!

@davidc3808 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video. Incredibly helpful. Thanks.

@ethanrod7968 11 ай бұрын

Your videos are so calming and fun to watch

@Ssshyousounddumb Жыл бұрын

I learnt so much from this video thank you

@Jodyphotograph 11 ай бұрын

A natural teacher, thank you for all the great info and inspiration

@craiggardner5347 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful photos. Inspirational to me. Thanks so much for that great info. you've changed the way I start out in the field.

@rvboondocker2559 Жыл бұрын

You are so awesome! Terrific demeanor and personality! Thanks for being such a fabulous teacher!😊

@Maksp Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! So interesting!

@ferminjose9866 10 ай бұрын

Awesome informative video, very clear information for beginners

@adamr8628 12 күн бұрын

Feathering.....Works in Firearms too! Burst mode. Great way to go shooting!

@UrbaneHobbit Жыл бұрын

Thanks Duade! Been shooting wildlife (birds mostly) more seriously at hobby level for about two years now. It is great to be able to review the fundamentals as you present them clearly here.

@milkjugs4771 8 ай бұрын

I love those shots with the background in shadow, where it almost looks like the bird is in a studio - absolutely beautiful. I would love to get a shot like that some day

@Al60ish 23 күн бұрын

Thank you for your always excellent advice; I think the first rule for every good nature photographer is not to disturb the animal you are going to photograph

@GOTOHOBBIES Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, really like your honesty as we all make mistakes and it's good that we do so we can become better. Very helpful information and very much appreciated. From Nottinghamshire England. Thank you.

@Darkscipher Жыл бұрын

Hey Duade, just wanted to say thank you for all of your videos. I've been shooting on a bridge camera for a while now (mostly birds) but recently upgraded to a mirrorless R10+RF 100-400 (thanks to your honest reviews!). I have been learning a lot from your videos and also appreciate the Aussie backdrop and birds as I did some field work in Queensland a few years back, and truly miss those birds. Keep up the great work!

@souvikbanerjee3049 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoying your content and learning a lot from your videos and your work. Would love to see something on animal photography, if possible in your recent upcoming videos.

@arefuddinahmed892 11 ай бұрын

Superb presentation Duade. This will definitely help a lot of photographers around the world. A few tips helped me too. I sincerely thank you for that.

@_Creaux Жыл бұрын

Cheers, Duade! Great stuff as always

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Elliot, I appreciate it, Cheers, Duade

@telkirton Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you back Duade great video and full of info as always thanks mate....

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tel, it is my pleasure, lots going on around here at the moment keeping me busy. Cheers, Duade

@deanpratley125 Жыл бұрын

Great content and tips Duade.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dean, I appreciate it, Cheers, Duade

@odarrien Жыл бұрын

Thank you for always sharing your knowledge.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Darrien, it is my pleasure,Cheers, Duade

@horiarizea8258 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic content Duade! Really excellent stuff. Well done

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Horia, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade

@CrazyBlueMood Жыл бұрын

Thanks Duade, this was very helpful

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Navjyot, great to hear, Cheers, Duade

@LouisaLee63 Жыл бұрын

You are the best Duade! Another wonderful video.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Louisa, you are too kind. Cheers, Duade 👍

@dnasbirdingadventures Ай бұрын

THANKS for the tips. I'm still making a lot of mistakes with my mirrorless camera. Appreciate the encouragement. I'll keep trying 😮

@johng5819 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure John, Cheers, Duade

@jeffreyschutt7451 Жыл бұрын

thanks dude another great video

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it, Cheers, Duade

@mazeson Жыл бұрын

Great tips and stunning photos! Very inspiring! I really appreciate your spirit and willingness to share. Thanks Duade!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mats, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@galesaunders4120 Жыл бұрын

great tips thank you, always a joy to watch and learn

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gale, glad you learnt something. Cheers, Duade 👍

@MihaiSavuCom 8 ай бұрын

This is an excellent compilation of priceless advices. Took me 5 years to realise each of them on my own, except one thing: shooting RAW. I find it too laborious, time consuming in post processing and space consuming on card. It's my struggle to overcome this burden. Your video is so honest, so humble, so practical. I just love it. Thank you so much!

@williamruess7242 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video Duade. I enjoyed the content, your pics, and your attitude. Thanks so much!!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks William, great to hear you enjoyed it, Cheers, Duade

@Artenreich Жыл бұрын

I just love your content and your way you explain things. Keep it up! ♥

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade

@Froggywentawandering Жыл бұрын

I'd been wondering why I was getting those weird lines in the backround of my images - never even occurred to me it would be the UV filter ! That got my sub, and that you're very easy to listen to and informative 🙌

@dannydanquah3681 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the tips😍❤

@Duade Жыл бұрын

My pleasure Danny, Cheers, Duade 👍

@thecuriocat Жыл бұрын

Some great tips and knowledge here - Tysm for sharing this! Very helpful - love your channel!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure, I am happy to hear it was helpful,Cheers, Duade

@DrPankajMalukar Жыл бұрын

Wow..that’s lovely video as usual! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@bestpix100 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous video, great advice - thanks so much for your time and effort

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure ,Cheers, Duade

@DanBetty Жыл бұрын

All so true .. It's a really big mistake to miss any Duade Paton videos :)

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan, made me laugh, thanks for the support, Cheers, Duade

@SkylarkFields Жыл бұрын

This is an amazing video and really helpful. Love how you explain everything so clearly and fully. Thank you for all you do!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@SuperTramp4223 3 ай бұрын

Perfectly explained! Very detailed also. I just bought Sigma 150-600mm and I am about to test it out. Your videos helped me a lot to understand basics of wildlife photography.

@paulrobinson8560 Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video. Such good advice to help others enjoy the pursuit. Love watching the way you present your information - very well planned and informative. Thank you Duade.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@tibtechtalks Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your great experience and wonderful knowledge.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@michealpociecha8351 Жыл бұрын

Excellent training. Well done really enjoy watching. Thanks.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Micheal, I am glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

@sharonmoore9941 Жыл бұрын

Super work mate,enjoyed it immensely 🦢

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Sharon, great to hear, Cheers, Duade 👍

@duncan2565 Жыл бұрын

Very helpfull video! I recognize a lot of the mistakes. Thank you

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Duncan, I made all of them and still make plenty :-) Cheers, Duade

@african7498 Жыл бұрын

Excellent as usual - and very humble and modest

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I hope it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

@MrTmiket0007 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for always sharing all the awesome content and photos, I learned so much from you and I use all your tips in my everyday Photography with my R7 🐦❤️👍

@Duade Жыл бұрын

That is great to hear Miguel, I appreciate the ongoing support, Cheers, DUade

@franktherabbit42 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for pointing out the issues with UY Filters. Ive been getting those lines in my images and they're not as sharp as I was hoping. Now I know why. Cheers

@nordic5490 Жыл бұрын

Top notch advice, thanks for sharing. With the current 2022 generation of cameras, dont be afraid of shooting iso 6400 and 12800. You must keep your shtter speed high enough to stop motion blur - this cannot be fixed in post. Even if your skills arnt there yet to denoise those high iso shots now, they will be one day. Come back to that once in a lifetime shot later, and denoise when your skills improve.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Nor Dic, very true, SS is very important to master, Cheers, Duade

@MrDSeidel Жыл бұрын

Duade thanks so much for sharing your experiences and making it so easy to follow. Like many beginners I found your insights & explanation to be really helpful and I'm sure you've inspired many of us to persevere. Well done and I look forward to more posts.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks David, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade

@jamesseward9263 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! While a lot I already know thanks to you and past videos, this compiles everything together and I learned a thing or two with a lot of good reminders. Well done! 😉👍

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks James, I am glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

@raypegram805 Жыл бұрын

Another great presentation Duade. Your very clear and concise in your presentations

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ray, I appreciate it, Cheers, DUade

@jordansitorus Жыл бұрын

Awesome pro-tips- 100% epic! In my opinion the best lesson is getting out there.& put in the time. Great advice & brilliant content. Cheers!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jordan, I couldn't agree more, Cheers, Duade

@paulasimson4939 Жыл бұрын

Excellent tips. Especially the explanation on the difference between one shot and continuous mode. I finally get it!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Great to hear Paula, I am happy to hear it helped, Cheers, Duade

@TheMickebostrom Жыл бұрын

Super-duper-information!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Micke, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade

@terryrensch2561 Жыл бұрын

Great tips really useful i update you in due course as i am just starting wild photography 👍

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Terry, keep me updated and good luck, Cheers, Duade

@Liverpoolmats Жыл бұрын

Thanks Duade. I have learned so much from your videos and they are always top notch. Kind regards from Mats on Gotland / Sweden

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@Gaztography Жыл бұрын

Duade, another top quality presentation. Your hard work on creating is much appreciated. Keep up the excellent work. You have reignited my passion over the past few months. Gary

@Duade Жыл бұрын

That is great to hear Gary, glad I could be of help, Cheers, Duade

@alexandermacfarlane205 Жыл бұрын

Duade, I've been really enjoying your content recently, thanks for sharing your experience and wisdom with myself and others.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Alexander, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@nevadaxtube Жыл бұрын

What a tremendous selection of amazing birds in Australia. Thanks for the video.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

We sure do, I am very grateful to the variety we have down here. Cheers, Duade

@juantolentino4963 Жыл бұрын

great video! excellent tips!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Juan, Cheers, Duade

@aidanyy3176 Жыл бұрын

No one on KZfaq does it as good as you! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with us, I really do appreciate it greatly.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Aidanyy, you are too kind, I appreciate it, Cheers, Duade

@jamesmcmullan7921 Жыл бұрын

As always Duade, a fantastic tutorial explained in layman's terms. I've learned so much from your video's, thank you Sir!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks James, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@gyalbobhutia2825 Жыл бұрын

your videos are honest and really motivates the beginners.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Gyalbo, that is great to hear, Cheers, Duade 👍

@gremlins71 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. It's worth watching full of informations. Congratulations !!! More power.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

@divercraig65 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again Duade for another informative video, helpful tips in there for everyone. I'm happy to say some of those points I am now thinking about more in the field after watching your videos.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Great to hear Craig, I am sure your photos have improved and will continue to do so. Cheers, Duade

@Ranjeetdanu Жыл бұрын

Such humble personality and powerful yet simple ways you share your knowledge Duade!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ranjeet, Cheers, Duade

@alial-hassan1261 Жыл бұрын

very informative. Thanks

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ali, I'm glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

@lr4687 5 ай бұрын

I love the humility, sincerity, and enthusiasm of your presentations - not to mention the great beauty of so many of the birs photos that you share with us! Thank you, Larry Russ

@Duade 5 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@55whiplash 8 ай бұрын

Just found your channel and it's really excellent. Helping beginners take up wildlife photography and on a budget is really a fine service you provide. I was thrilled at your 40D results, just amazing. DSLR's are a bargain right now, and while high-end mirrorless cameras are finally surpassing them, even 10-15 year old DSLR's can have fast focus. I love the color science of old Canons and Nikon's and just using a single focus point on my 6D allows me to nail focus on birds in flight, um sometimes.

@Duade 8 ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@ronwilson9855 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant Duade, you can learn more from mistakes than any other way, and it proves we are all human.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ron, 100%, I am still making them every time I go out, Cheers, Duade

@davepastern Жыл бұрын

Super video Duade - you did forget my sin - too tight on the bird!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks David, yes I have a habit of doing that also. Cheers, Duade 👍

@davepastern Жыл бұрын

@@Duade It's where a zoom is nice, since you can't always move around with a prime.

@traceycarney7053 Жыл бұрын

The best explanation on mistakes in wildlife photography. Thanks Duade, I can now go out and better my photography especially the lighting and sun position. Awesome.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure Tracey, glad to hear it helped, Cheers, Duade

@mrsbilko Жыл бұрын

One of my most frequent mistakes is not viewing the shots I’ve taken often enough and because of that I don’t change my settings. Also not culling my shots which leads to tedious processing each one in Lightroom. Even when syncing settings I tend to get scunnered because of wasted time on poor shots. Biggest thing I like on your videos is the before raw and finished image. Great work you do and sharing information. Keep it up.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Colin, great to hear you are finding the videos helpful, yes processing can be a struggle. I will go through my images in an image viewer and rate the images first from 1 star to 5 stars. I then delete all the images that do not have a rating. Try Faststone Image Viewer to do this. Cheers, Duade

@mdc3227 Жыл бұрын

Use the custom settings dial to quickly switch from BIF mode to stationary. You don't want to be stressing about your settings when out in the field. Use auto min/max on your ISO to allow the camera to do the heavy lifting while you worry about shutter speed.

@utubify100 Жыл бұрын

More valuable & informative content, Duade. Thanks for the share! I've made many of the same errors over the years & still struggle with some. I still often forget to check images on LCD after taking a couple of shots to view the histogram. Especially when I have a willing subject in front of the lens. It'll be nice to see the graph in the EVF if Canon ever ships that R7 - lol. Again, nicely done & think it's great for people starting out to be able to easily benefit from your experience. Have a good day & may your next session be a memorable one. Best regards ~ Chris

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, I appreciate the feedback, yes, the histogram in the EVF is a bonus, lets hope you don't have to wait too much longer. Cheers, Duade

@Hummingbirder1 Жыл бұрын

28:07 I'm glad to see Gary the Galah get to move around some, and not being glued to his usual stone!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Lol, yes, he got to perch on an actual plant this time :-)

@andyallard5990 Жыл бұрын

Excellent value as always haven’t been on here for awhile good to catch up with you see you still putting the content into a very high standard hope life is treating you alright how do I love my hundred to 500 lines all my heart six excellent thanks so much for your time much appreciated

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy, I appreciate the feedback and you choosing to watch my videos. Yes the 100-500 is excellent. Cheers, Duade 👍

@dcfefs Жыл бұрын

All really good and useful tips! Packed in a simple presentation; with tons of examples (unlike some ytubers who just talks about it instead of showing) Good job mate!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks dcfefs, it is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

@kevinwarburton4619 Жыл бұрын

Another excellent video Duade, and I am only just starting out in the wildlife photography world, sports photography has been my interest, your videos help a lot keep up the great work, Kevin (UK)

@Duade Жыл бұрын

That is great to hear Kevin, lots of carry over from sports for sure, good luck with it, Cheers, Duade

@johnsamuelmcelroy Жыл бұрын

Very useful video! Most of these become common knowledge with some experience but I wish I would've had this knowledge starting out!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks John, yes, I think we all figure it out eventually, hopefully the video will speed up the learning process for people starting out. Cheers, Duade

@JustOneKnight 7 ай бұрын

I dont think there is such a thing as a mistake , everything is perfect for that moment. For your own eyes.....cant speak for the camera hahaha. As a beginner this is the best excuse I can use. But learning so much fun. You and your knowledge are very much appreciated. Thank you.

@mazeson Жыл бұрын

Tack!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mats, I really appreciate the support, Cheers, Duade

@davidskinner274 Жыл бұрын

Great advice

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks David, Cheers, Duade

@georgebowden6748 Жыл бұрын

Great advice once again Duade, I have taken your advice re the memory cards & gee what a difference that's made. With the amount of photos you take you must spend an enormous amount of time processing images, I would be happy with some of your rejects. A lot of improvement needed on my behalf but as they say practise makes perfect. Thanks again.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Great to hear George, happy to hear the cards are helping. Have fun with your photography. Cheers, Duade 👍

@Xelgen Жыл бұрын

Realy like your videos. Wish others had similar signal to noise ratio :)

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Zelgen, I apprecaite the feedback, Cheers, Duade

@CZOV Жыл бұрын

Nice video mate.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, Cheers, Duade

@laurelb8372 Жыл бұрын

Great tips about burst mode, I always forget to use that

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Laurel, I am glad it helped, good luck, Cheers, Duade

@ValerieMisaPhotography Жыл бұрын

I've recently discovered how much I enjoy bird photography and am so glad I found your channel, Duade. Your videos are wonderfully helpful, engaging and I'm a big fan of your down-to-earth presentation style. To top it off, your photos are top notch!! 👌 Many thanks for sharing 🙏🙏

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Valerie, you are too kind, welcome to the channel and have fun birding, Cheers, Duade

@johnclark9499 Жыл бұрын

Hi Duade. Thanks for the really excellent video. Full of really useful tips and information - for both beginners and more experience bird photographers. I think I ticked almost every 'mistake' box as I went through the video, I'm passed most of them most of the time now but still plenty of occasions where I forget what I'm supposed to know and make one sort of mistake or another. Anyway, another great video and everything really well explained in your usual engaging and easily understood manner. PS: Now have the RF 100-400 lens - really pleased with it, an absolute bargain for the performance it offers. R7 still slow in coming here in the UK, end of October if I'm lucky. Thanks again and keep up the good work

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback John, congrats on the RF100-400, it is a beauty. Cheers, Duade

@unittwophoto Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video Duade, it never ceases to amaze me how much you can teach us in just 30 minutes. Saturday morning i got some of my best shots yet, while photographing a Lesser Yellowlegs bobbing between some rocks in a river. while they may not have been the worlds greatest compositionally speaking, or in terms of background cleanliness, it was definitely a clear indicator of improvement in both technique and patience for me. cant wait to apply more of these lessons to my craft next day I'm in the field. I am also looking at picking up one of those older L line lenses you had on your 40D, as my price range is a bit low, but i need to get away from my (extremely) entry level 75-300. maybe a 300 or 400 with IS if i can find it. hoping to see more content from you soon!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Well done, that is great to hear you can see the progression in your shots. Yes, if you can pick up the 400 5.6L second hand or the 300 f4 IS with 1.4x you should see a big difference. Good luck and keep at it. Cheers, Duade

@TJackSurvival Жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching videos for days on this topic. This is by far the best explanation of this topic I’ve ever seen. Thank you

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I am happy to hear the video helped, Cheers, Duade

@thescouser8629 Жыл бұрын

Great video. We are starting our new camera club season and this video is a must for new aspiring wildlife photographers.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

That is great to hear, I hope they learn from it, Cheers, DUade

@bobamarmstrong Жыл бұрын

Thanks Duade for that excellent video. I'm not into bird photography but in landscape and portrait photography. Those advices you give us apply also to all types of photography. It will be good for beginners

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bobama, glad to hear it was helpful for other forms of photography. Cheers, Duade

@Prepared_Suburbanite Жыл бұрын

Excellent! I've made nearly all of these mistakes, but what you've done is provided solutions to correct or compensate. Thank you!

@Duade Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure, I am glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

@shlomoeshet8525 Жыл бұрын

What a comprehensive list of mistakes. I surely made them all. I believe cropping too much is the easiest to avoid (along with many other post processing mistakes). Thanks Duade.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Shlomo, like anything I think we evolve with time and our tastes change etc. Cheers, Duade

@michaelwarren5152 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate how approachable you make the introduction to wildlife photography, Duade. There is a lot to digest when starting out - and there continues to be years down the road! But that’s part of the fun. I think one of the most important lessons I’ve learned through many mistakes is practicing patience while waiting for an opportunity to capture an image. To couple that, learning bird behavior is paramount to setting up a shot. It almost seems to go against the grain to not try and cover miles to find every bird in the area (it’s the birder in me…). What I’ve found is if I focus on one species, learn their natural history and behavioral patterns, and spend the time to put myself into an area where said species frequents, I come out with much better images.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael, agree with you 100%, I don't think people appreciate just how much time is often put in to obtain certain shots, yes we get lucky occasionally but many times it is just a learning trip and putting things in the bank for next time. Good luck on your journey, Cheers, Duade

@neilburkinshaw2818 Жыл бұрын

Your relaxed delivery, and interesting and informative content are rapidly making this my favourite photography channel.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks Neil, you are too kind, Cheers, Duade

@ryanogilvy1 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic, it's nice to be reminded of some of the critical components to a good photo, I've been birding since 2020 after wanting to take my hobby in another direction. I've grown a lot in the past year, but that only continues from a willingness to continue to learn, thankyou! One of my most common mistakes has been placing myself on the wrong side of the water for light direction. Sometimes it isn't a choice and try to angle to shot so that the light is at the side, when it is, I tend to be absent minded and add 20 minutes to my trip to the State Park.

@Duade Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I have been there with the light several times, I usually decide if a spot is morning or afternoon to try and make the most of the light. Good luck, Cheers, DUade