I Had Surgery, So Let's Answer Some Questions!

[@wcroth4518]

Creative thumbnails may attract views but it's the quality of the content which retains the viewer. You have a natural talent that transcends the mechanics of video production. You speak to me as if I were a good friend sitting across the table. This is an attribute that many aspiring KZbinrs lack.

[@Duade]

Thanks for the wonderful comment and support, it means a lot. I am glad that comes across, I lack a lot of skills for this KZbin caper but glad to hear they are engaging people. Cheers, Duade

[@andrewkeir2282]

@@wcroth4518 Yes... very good point... I agree.

[@dmvdl1880]

I am so glad that you don’t use any sort of clickbait thumbnails that many do.

[@CWheeler-p2m]

Thank you so much for sharing your personal story Duade. You speak from the heart (no pun intended). You are a very gifted wildlife photographer and you would make an amazing teacher. Your natural, relaxed, motivated and informed approach to your videos have me spellbound for hours. Enjoy the sofa for a few more weeks the weather is horrendous in Vic. Stay happy and healthy.

[@Duade]

Thanks for the kind words and support, I really do appreciate it. Yes, very cold here and snow on the mountains. I am keen to get out again though. Cheers, Duade

[@MatthewRaifman]

I have so much respect for you. Yes for your photography, but also for your obvious character. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@joanhuggett5164]

What a relief to see your happy smiling face again, Duade. It's so good to hear your op was successful and how well you were looked after. Get lots of rest, lovely man.

[@richardmerritt5600]

Love your openness and ability to share advice Duade. All the very best with your health 👍🏼

[@cdryall]

Great to see you back! Your clear emotional intelligence, what I see as a caring and unassuming nature, attention to detail, openness and honesty is so refreshing to see in a YT presenter. May you continue to have great experiences and love life for many years to come!

[@marius303030]

Hope you will be better soon. I like your vlogs, you are a good man. I learned alot about wildlife, from you!

[@billmartin1663]

Recover soon, Duade. You are my favorite KZbin bird photographer, by far. You give off the "best birder mate" vibe. Always honest and informative. Never pretentious. And a few of your "how to" videos have revolutionized my bird photography. Thank you for your work!

[@Hodenkat]

Get well Duade! Thank you for helping photographers learn new gear and new skills! Cheers!

[@MDKTuber]

Wish you a Speedy Recovery Duade ❤ We all love your energetic personality and amazing content. Wish you wonderful years ahead ❤️

[@Kellysher]

Duade, so glad that the surgery went well. You are so warm and honest, it makes us feel like we know you. I’ve learned so much watching you channel, and I’ve got to see places I will never travel to! For me, I don’t want to monetize my photography. Well meaning friends tell me to sell my work. I enjoy what I do, but I’m not pro level. Frankly I’ve monetized everything possible in my 62 year old life. Nature photography is mine. It brings me peace to hike with my camera and recharge my soul! I mean where else would you want to be! You really need to sell that on a shirt. Cheers!

[@easthero978]

I have been getting a lot of help with my birdwatching activities for over two years by watching your videos. Hearing your personal story in this video makes it feel even more special. I wish you good health and hope you continue to enjoy your wonderful hobby. - From Korea 🇰🇷

[@mikeperry-africanreptilesv2600]

Good on you for looking after your loved ones. I am in the same boat. I wish to travel but alas I am stuck at home. All the best for you and your family Duane.

[@helenedwards9304]

Hope you are healing well. God bless you dear man. Thank you for your teaching. So happy to have found you.

[@sanjaykumarbohara5581]

My dear friend , you are the best and favourite of god and an angel for photographers, you will be blessed with the best of health always .

[@MKW218]

Thanks for sharing, 🙏 for your health and your photography career, your content is excellent and unbiased.

[@RAMGOPAL100]

I am happy you have recovered and back again in action. You are a wonderful teacher in wildlife photography.

[@weerhaaw]

Hi Duade, So grateful you are okay and downing well. God bless you and you family for many decades to come.

[@mistergiovanni7183]

Hi Duade, I do photography but I don't have the budget to take photos of birds, however I love your channel for everything you teach and also because you are a very transparent person and although I don't know you I have great admiration and respect so I am very happy that you have recovered. I don't want to imagine the shock of people who are lucky enough to share more things with you. A big hug, I admire the tranquility and strength you have and it's too good that Australia's health system works well.

[@dfgrama]

Hi Duade! Thank you for answearing my question at the end of the video! A very humanistic and emotional response and I resonate with it 100%. We get lost too often and too easely in our minds, giving too much of our time, energy and life to meaningless technical details only because we can measure them. Probably the most important things in life are inmesurable. Wish you all the health you need in your journey and many many beautiful moments, memories, and from time to time also photos, ahead! Cheers!

[@lhuddyness]

I'm glad to know you're doing ok and recovering. It's good to see you back behind the camera, even if only indoors for now. Be safe and well.

[@stuartriley]

Glad to see you are recouping after your cardiac monitor replacement. You answered a few of my questions asked by others, thank you.😂

[@Duade]

Thanks Stuart, yes, on the mend, Cheers, Duade

[@alexroberts8005]

DUADE, All the best from Fife Scotland, get well soon and back to your amazing photos, your one of three photographers I follow regularly, am a non driver now due to illness, I love going out with my gear, I have improved a lot with my photography, it's mainly landscape I do, but lately I have tried Riverside wildlife due to watching your outings. Please keep up your good work, keep smiling and good health. Alex

[@dance2jam]

Work with people and SADS daily. Just sending you blessings and wishing you the best. Heal up soon! We need you to be your fun self and continue to make valuable contributions! Go Duade!

[@Heatherth1]

All the best Duade .Wish you many more years of doing what you love and sharing your knowledge.

[@tikidog5085]

Wishing you a speedy recovery. Thanks for sharing your joy for life and photography with us!

[@patmurphy6318]

Hi Duade, hope your recovery is going well. Your last point....spot on. I lost my Dad last year, I'd give away all my gear for another day with him. I'm finding that losing his voice in my head is the toughest, but you inspire me to make the most of what I have. Look forward to seeing more of your videos, the Photo Culling vid was particularly useful. Get well soon, Pat

[@dustybootstravel]

Duade, here's to countless more years of good health and thrilling photography adventures! Your genuine and heartfelt perspective in your outlook and video content deeply resonates with so many of us, spreading positivity and inspiration. Hope to see you on an exciting wildlife photo safari in Africa one day. Cheers to the amazing journey ahead!

[@GrantPhillipsmastamak]

Great video, Duade, very inspiring. And best wishes for a speedy recovery from your surgery. One omission from your bird locations was the wet tropics, Far North Queensland. Hope you can get up there some time. There are species that you will not see anywhere else in Australia, as I am sure you well know. I lived there first 20 years but have had to reluctantly move south for family reasons but planning a return for the Cairns Birding Festival next month. The Silent Whisperer Daintree River cruise is outstanding for the variety of birds and the ability to get up close.

[@richardhurst3368]

Speedy recovery Duade, you've been given a second chance and have taken it up with enthusiasm . Having worn the same suite of Blue I can appreciate to change lifestyle as you have takes some courage & grit Your videos are very informative & full of helpful information , Hope all goes well for you, looking forward to see your work when you come back on shift from Sick Report.

[@kwok-penglooi799]

Hi Duade, hope you are recovering well. Thank you for sharing about your surgery and your condition. I really enjoy enjoy your videos. Best wishes to you.

[@brianmckeever5280]

From my amateur perspective, that image starting @ 14:41 of the 3 avocets has got to be the best bird image I've ever seen! Two pointing one way, one pointing the other. So many possible stories, congratulations and wow! Great perspective at the end, making new memories with family and friends: Priceless. Best of luck on the recovery, cheers!

[@craigsam]

Glad to hear you are recovering. Couldn't agree more with you closing statement, my most memorable photo outings have been with my wife and or my children. Hardly a serious birding mission but definitely the best! Take care

[@benoutside7593]

Enjoyed the video! Hope your recovery is going well and you are back out shooting soon. Thanks for all your efforts to share your knowledge with us.

[@annebuchanan1501]

Wishing you a quick recovery. And thank you for all your videos. To know now that you do them out of love for your craft makes them even more special. I had assumed you would be able to make a living from your KZbin presence.

[@kimduggan7631]

What a wonderful video Duade. Best Wishes for your recovery so you can keep enjoying your passion.

[@timcam8713]

Hi Duade, I've watched lots of your videos in the past year, with great interest. During these I've never picked up on your medical problems and your life choices regarding your loved one for whom you are the main carer. Now knowing this I'm just blown away with your strength of character and ability to continue do what you do. Power to your elbow Sir. Stay well, keep up the great work you do and thankyou very much.

[@martinmoseley128]

Wishing you a speedy recovery. Love the channel. Inspirational. Always look forward to new content. Cheers!

[@emadonai]

Hope you have a speedy recovery Duade! Definitely one of my favourite wildlife photographers. I just love how passionate, inspiring, helpful and friendly your videos are. It never seems like you are trying to sell us something unlike a lot of other youtubers which can be a bit off-putting.

[@denisesavage2382]

That was really interesting Duade! And that last question was a good one. I couldn't agree more with the response you shared. The connections and experiences with those we love and enjoy doing life with are hands down most important. It's what we miss the most when they are no longer with us. Thanks for sharing the questions and responses. Good stuff.

[@keeskraaijeveld4704]

Best with your recovery. Take your time for it !! Learning a lot off your video's, they make me relaxed and happy with this hobby...

[@SkylarkFields]

Fascinating video, and I second all the nice comments written by the others on here! Hope you are soon able to get out with your camera again and enjoy all the birds and wildlife. Speedy recovery to you!

[@jmcarlson34]

Heal up soon. God bless

[@stephenhill560]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery. You are a man of great principles

[@dmvdl1880]

Happy to see you are good. Thank you for answering so many questions 🙏

[@chrisbrown6432]

I am pleased you are alright. Thanks for this post.

[@marklaurendet1861]

I hope you have a speedy recovery It is refreshing to watch content from someone who does not do it mainly for the money. In the past I have followed a few people who have gone down that path and the content often becomes less relevant. I really like your youtube style and content, hope you are able to continue to do it going forward for many years. Things like your honesty about the keeper rate and showing some of your shots with the initial and final cropped/processed images are really appreciated. This alone raises your credibility a lot, as you get mentioned in places like Mu-43 forum, and people mention things like this.

[@barbarachamberlain6918]

So thankful for modern medical technology! I really enjoyed this video. You are entertaining and engaging whether you are in the field or in your home. Stay healthy!

[@Duade]

Thanks Barbara, I appreciate the kind words and ongoing support, Cheers, Duade

[@ianjones3327]

Wishing you a speedy recovery, awesome video, thanks for sharing Duade 👌

[@stevechilvers1322]

Many thanks for another informative video Duade. Can I also echo your presenting skills, it's so relaxed & informative, but comes across as if you are just talking/teaching to me! That's a lovely set of skills to have. The advice at the end of the video brought a tear to my eye! I hope people take note of this, as our family recently lost a husband/son-in-law at just 34 & left our youngest daughter & two small grandchildren with out a husband/dad. Family & those memories you make together are SO IMPORTANT. We only have one life - so live it! Here's to your speedy recovery Dauade.

[@tessagray836]

All the best in your recovery Duade. I find your videos very informative and especially with your relaxed delivery. Ive been a very amateur photographer for the best part of 6 or more years now and am really keen to now put my best foot forward and am exploring the Manual+Auto ISO Mode. We have a trip to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park coming up so really hoping for some good content. Thanks for all your input. Much appreciated.

[@gregorytortissier5518]

Hi Duane, happy to hear you are doing good and on the way to recovery so you can go out and enjoy your passion again. As usual great video, lovely image and powerful message about spending quality time with loved ones, cheers to that and wish you the best

[@Duade]

Thanks Gregory, I appreciate the support, yes, time with loved ones is so valuable. Cheers, Duade

[@Rudy.Pohl.Ottawa]

Wow Daude, what a wonderful video and wonderful messages. So very glad you're on the mend. Prayers and greetings from Ottawa, Canada. ❤

[@Harry-bh5dg]

Hi Duade, mega vid, really enjoyed this, your last comment about memories is 100% on the nail, and I do have a lot off exceptional memories, and one is visiting Winton, true my pics weren't great however there are some keepers that I am proud off , however that aside the experience was superb and one I still like to tell others about. And I do hope to return try again and some other spots in Australia again. (OH no I hear you groan). We both wish you and your loved one all the best

[@Duade]

Thanks mate, yes, it was fun to catch up for sure and some good memories made. I am glad to hear you and your wife are actively creating memories and traveling around. Take care, Cheers, Duade

[@buggersofoz]

There's always so much wisdom in your videos! I just re-bought 7D2 with Sigma 150-500mm, but I'm also using it on my Olympus E-M1 mk II with an adapter and works surprisingly well. However, you said the most important words at the end! As much as I love wildlife and photographing it, one of my best experiences (a pink robin landing close by for my best shots thus far) also left me feeling very bad. I popped into the reserve just for a few minutes, on my way back from the dentist... and ended up spending 2hours while my wife needed some IT assistance at home 😢 so it's a brilliant reminder that your loved ones should always come first! Hope you recover soon!

[@thewessexwanderer]

Duade, thank you so much. This is one of the most wonderful videos I've watched in a long time. Of course, I was elated to get a response to my question and thank you for your words of wisdom. But the last question you answered was so poignant and your answer so honest. Thank you for sharing some private pieces of our self with us. It is a pleasure to get to know you better. Wishing you a speedy recovery 🙏

[@Duade]

Thanks for the lovely comment, I really do appreciate it, good luck with your channel. Cheers, Duade

[@JustOneKnight]

I have no interest in making money just want to share what I see and bring awareness of what's out there. I love your hard work on these videos.

[@briansbuildsandoutdoors4936]

Great video Duade, thanks for sharing. I'm glad your surgery went well, I'm sure you'll back amongst it in no time. Keep up the good work and all the best.

[@Duade]

Thanks Brian, I apprecaite the support, Cheers, Duade

[@ww3688]

I thoroughly enjoyed this segment. Those are great questions from your readers and subscribers! I love your ending Duade... your loved ones comes first. My soulmate wanted me to get back into photography and it took me a year and a half after her passing to even want to pick up a camera again. I chose birding and knew I had to start out with the right equipment - that turned out to be my R5, 100-500 and later on the R7. Bird photography gave me a sense of purpose and a wonderful journey experiencing the beauty of creation.... I am so glad to hear your life saving surgery went well... Thank you for your amazing work and inspiration.

[@Duade]

Thanks for sharing mate, it is a real challenge when our partners are no longer healthy or with us anymore, I for one took it for granted just how much they do and when you can no longer do "normal" things it becomes very difficult. I try to focus on the memories of good times and just take it one day at a time. I'm glad to hear you are enjoying your photography. Cheers, Duade

[@aaronsmicrobes8992]

Hope your recovery goes smoothly and you're able to return to bird photography soon. Best wishes from USA!

[@Duade]

Thanks for the support Aaron, I really do appreciate it, Cheers, Duade

[@woodymeristem2223]

Your last comment is oh so true. Like you I live courtesy of a defibrillator and family members have died way too early. Every day is precious and every moment with those we love is a moment to be treasured.

[@marcobakker6760]

I hope you have a quick recovery Duade and thank you for all the awesome videos, I always look forward to them. Take care. Marco.

[@Duade]

Thanks Marco, I appreciate the support, Cheers, Duade

[@emmaguglietta7460]

So glad you are on the mend. My job in NZ is to interrogate and program these cardiac devices, it makes me very happy in my work to hear stories like yours, when technology allows people like you to carry on living life and enriching the life of others. Your passion for your craft really shines through in your videos and I love it when you get distracted by a bird during a video. We all sadly have our own or loved ones health challenges throughout life, and what you said at the end of the video resonates strongly with me. I had 2 injuries and a few other health scares in 2021 and thought Id never travel again, now I can I'm doing it as much as I can (although leaving the non-adventurous loved one at home with his blessing of course). I'm looking forward to visiting Cairns in Sept and seeing some of the beautiful and noisy Aussie birds especially a Cassowary....spiders not so much.

[@Duade]

Thanks for your comment Emma, yes, these devices are life changing, I would not be here without it and I am so grateful and thankful for it. Sorry to hear of your health issues but happy to hear you are able to travel again, Cairns is a lovely spot with lots of birds, also be mindful of the crocs ;-) Cheers, Duade

[@LeoDodier]

Aloha from Hawaii. I’m glad you’re feeling better and I do appreciate your videos, thank you.

[@Duade]

G'day from Australia :-) Thanks for the support, Cheers, Duade

[@ME2K23]

Hi Duade. Glad everything went as planned and that everything is fine! 👍😊👍Take it easy and get proper rest. Not sure how many "question video" you'll do but maybe one of your future video could include a description of the settings you're using when shooting with the R5. You already did a review of that camera but it would be nice if you'd go through the menu showing us how you set yours, in order to get the best out of it (including battery life). Thanks, take care!

[@guitarman70]

Duade. So glad you're ok. I'm in NZ south island in September, so will look out for the Black Stilt! Thank you for your excellent videos...the best on KZbin. Cheers from Brissy. Paul

[@deanroslynmengel5575]

Greatest respect for you Duade - God Bless.

[@grahamniven]

Glad you're getting first rate healthcare Duade. Really enjoyed the insights into your video creation process and your bird images are simply stunning.

[@frankf.6699]

Duade, it looks like you are doing well, which makes me really happy. Take all the time you need. I'm sure everyone is looking forward to your next video, even if it takes a little longer. All the best to you and your loved ones.

[@micahboyce_photography]

Incredible video duade, glad your doing better. Thanks for answering my question 😁

[@welovelouella1718]

Another great video Duade! Good to hear your recovery is on track and thanks for answering some interesting questions for us. On a side note, I accidentally photographed some Avocets at the WTP a month or so ago, they were behind some Pelicans and I didn’t realise until I got the photos onto my laptop. Will have to go back and try to get some better images of them. (Have always wanted to see them!)

[@timdeen2911]

Hey Duade, hope you will recover soon. Its been a joy to watch you answering these questions. What I value so much is your honesty and loving approach to photography. It sometimes feels like we're all in a ratrace trying to get the best pictures and the best gear while inevitably being out there, enjoying your own time and enjoying time with your loved ones is what really matters. I hope you dream trip to Alaska will be fulfilled someday. Cheers.

[@Bruxwildlifephotography]

Duade your the best! Heal quickly!

[@reneewilliams5498]

Duade, thank you so much for this video and sharing yourself with us. Absolutely love your voice and your spirit. I think you would be an amazing teacher. 🙂Wishing you a speedy and complete recovery, and future good health. Look forward to many videos.

[@susanfirth2279]

Glad it all went well Duade. Speedy recovery.

[@bruceholmes4006]

Duade, first off, I am glad your procedure went well and you are on the mend. I really enjoyed listening to your answers and am always amazed at both the diversity of birds and the similarity of birds in another hemisphere. Thanks for the great content. I do hope someday you get to travel to Alaska. As a person who was born in Alaska and lived there for 25 + years, I can tell you it is a wonderful part of the world. I just wish I paid more attention to the bird species found there when I was a younger man. If you get a chance to go, hit me up and I can at least offer some suggestions, as Alaska is a big state or at least direct you to a good pint of beer there in the "Land of the Midnight Sun". Wishing you a very speedy recovery.

[@Duade]

Thanks Bruce, oh that is interesting to hear you grew up in Alaska, yes very high on my list. I have no idea when that will be possible but if I do go I will reach out for sure, Cheers, Duade

[@biancadupont2931]

I hope you are well. You are so very talented and helpful I look forward to watching your channel and at 23 years old, aspire to be as good of a photographer as you!

[@birbs4life174]

Absolutely love your content! Seeing all the amazing shots you get, you helped me decide to purchase the R5 and RF 100-500mm and get serious on getting good shots, and you are amazingly generous and humble for sharing wisdom and enthusiasm for photography. You should reward yourself with an R5 Mark II!

[@ScottBasu]

Hey Duade, happy to see you are recovering and staying productive! Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@stephendoggett190]

Well I hope you have the 5D Mark II to play with during your recovery. Get well soon.

[@trevormurray496]

Hi Duade, glad you are still going well.........we are blessed to be in the first world. kind regards from Trevor Murray

[@cathco9]

I'm so happy that your surgery was smooth and successful. I really enjoyed this presentation. Whether you're sharing from out in the field or behind a desk makes no difference to me. I always learn something or can relate to certain experiences. Wishing you continued health. Thank you, Duade.

[@ppww6076]

Hi Duade, You come across as a genuine helpful person and obviously very caring. Your videos are great, interesting, inspiring, and informative as well as realistic. Wishing you a speedy full recovery and successful future photography adventures. I would love to shoot a Kaki too. So far I've only seen hybrids crossed with the Pied Stilts. 🙂

[@wightmike]

Hey Duade I've been watching your videos for a few years and you're one of my favorite wildlife photography resources to this day. I never knew about your ticker but I've had some lengthy recoveries this year too and it sucks being grounded. I hope you recover smoothly so you can get back out there. Thanks for all your work 🤙

[@fraserthomson369]

Well said on your last comment Duade and thank you for your great videos. Good health into the future.

[@elainepersons9662]

Happy you are doing well. Don't stress about thumbnails and titles........ I think I speak for many of your viewers when I say that all I have to do is see your name to know I'm in for a treat!! Stay well!

[@luismogyoros615]

Nice to see you're doing well Duade. It's always a treat to watch your videos; Police, teacher and in my opinion you should consider be a motivational speaker. I think you would excel at it.

[@nerrelloader4226]

Good that your defibrillator is doing its job well now. No stress is definitely the key to a healthier life and living where you do, it appears very tranquil. I sometimes think I'd like to enter a photography competition, and perhaps sell some prints, but then I think that will become stressful and take the fun away from my hobby. So thinking about it is all that I do. LOL. Thank you for all the videos you create, the time and effort is greatly appreciated. It is always great to listen to your advice and your honesty in evaluating gear. You really do get some stunning shots.

[@bkunrath]

Duade, all the best for you! Love the Videos and your style of them.

[@joejames4231]

Great video Duade and here’s to a speedy recovery!

[@cfsrueda9349]

Duade, i got 3 days ago a SLAP surgery in my left shoulder, i can shoot for a while as well. From one patient to another wish you a speedy recovery !

[@Findoesphotography]

Glad you're okay pal, Thank you for being such an honest and real person like the attitude you have and the way you describe and tell information is amazing, it honestly feels like you're talking to me face to face and it's so helpful glad you're doing well duade and love the Black stilt such an awesome bird, all the best mate. 🐦🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@phildavson7552]

G’day Duade, very compassionate , personal and compelling and informative vid. Thx for sharing as always. That red-necked avocet blew me away.

[@williamsharp5973]

Wishing you the very best always! In addition to inspiration and information, there is in your presentation and delivery a 'calming' effect to all of your videos - it's always there, no matter what video I've watched. I suspect this ability translates to everything you do. Thanks! :)

[@ElieBeth___]

Great to see and hear you're on the mend Duade!

[@qcumberpatch]

Great vid. Inspirational. Honest. Passion. Empathy. Big hug! ❤

[@daviesmia]

Thanks...I have just begun my photography journey, I have managed an Osprey with fish, and an awesome sequence of a Black Skimmer, we have lots of long billed Curlews here in So. California..thanks again, feel better soon

[@VinceNysse]

You’re a huge inspiration in many ways mate. Get well soon. Love from the UK.

[@Duade]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tibtechtalks]

I pray for you getting well soon Sir 🙏 We need the people like you forever who can give true photographic knowledge and sharing real world experiences of nature shooting freely.

[@robvercouteren]

God speed, wishing you a fast and steady recovery so that you can do what you love \o/ Hope that the new device works like a charm when necessary