Nikon Z9! This changes everything. Except me! Time to step it up!

[@BayouJosh]

Hey guys...this is meant to be "tongue in cheek". Enjoy!

[@MarkSmithPdx]

Josh, I kid you not, in the back of my mind I was thinking, "Just wait until that 800pf", as your video wrapped and faded to black with "Just wait until that new lens". The moment was priceless for me.

[@jackbrumby1892]

@@MarkSmithPdx Tosser.

[@dionysusrex9183]

@@jackbrumby1892 you either mean “maker of salads”, or you’re being unkind. I dont’ for for a second believe that it could be the latter. It’s lovely that you’ve recognised and acknowledged the former. Salad makers of the world unite!

[@BayouJosh]

😄

[@robertfrank3458]

Well done! Really enjoyed the video

[@lucpoulin9913]

Nikon should hire you as a commercial producer!! Up until 8 minutes ago, I was going for a Sony or Canon...now I want the best Nikon!

[@BayouJosh]

They are all good. they're just tools. 😃

[@blutcherama]

I watch a LOT of KZbinrs on all sorts of subjects and you, BY FAR, use the best music.

[@BayouJosh]

wow!! I appreciate you saying that!

[@buttonlover86]

He often changes the music a few times while editing. I like his choices too. I keep telling him he should record himself. He plays the guitar very well. 😊

[@tonywalsh6124]

Brilliant

[@turgs1]

Very soothing to watch...

[@BayouJosh]

🙂

[@fran0602]

No question this is the best story telling video you’ve made so far. All of the components came together beautifully, including the music which was on point. Thank you for taking the time, truly.

[@BayouJosh]

Glad you enjoyed it! thank you so much.

[@laku4412]

The beauty of taking the best picture of your life is the fact that you can get an even better one the next day. I love that fact and it keeps me motivated :)

[@BayouJosh]

So true!

[@peggydetmers6911]

I am a retired wildlife biologist and National and State Park Interpretive Ranger. My hubby and I are also professional wildlife and landscape artists/photographers. We call you our modern "Marty Stouffer." Yes, we like your videos that much.

[@BayouJosh]

Oh my goodness. that is so kind of you to say. I wish I could get a gig like Wild America. Talk about a dream job! I loved Marty Stouffer.

[@nealPhotography]

So spot on! Thanks for this, Josh! It resonates so much with me - I admit that there's an additional factor in G.A.S., at least for me. Being a techie kind of person, I also enjoy mastering the new toy, and making it an automatic part of my shooting. Shooting with that same old D850, with its just-as-good sensor, but not-as-good autofocus, certainly doesn't hold me back from great shots, but think how much better I'll be with the new autofocus!!

[@BayouJosh]

right? there is always something else. it never ends.

[@robwolfe8571]

@@BayouJosh It might. Luckily for my wife, my G.A.S. started tapering off substantially approx 10 years ago. I grew tired of the gear upgrades and always having to learn the in-n-outs of new equipment and software. The technology hampster wheel just became 'too much' and I just kinda fell off. I started shooting looong before digital so I went back to basics; brought my old 4x5 camera and Photomic Ftn out of retirement and started shooting B&W and slide film again. Everything digital now is mostly on my cell phone. (although I did keep my 'old' D3x but it rarely gets used. Still my favorite DSLR though.) As for wildlife? Pretty much binos only these days. For the past 5 years, my 600mm hasn't been out of the house once and honestly, I don't miss the weight or the sifting through thousands of semey bird pics that I already have thousands of. I realized that wildlife photography was the thrill of the hunt; the experience. In the beginning, photography was an excuse to get out and enjoy nature. In the end, the excessive gear, gizmos and pressure to come home with that next amazing shot was taking away from my enjoyment. Nature photography became like golf: a good walk spoiled. Althouth after watching a few of your amazing videos, I seem to be getting that hankerin' again. Hmm, maybe a 500PF will be just the thing...

[@BayouJosh]

@@robwolfe8571 Oh goodness Rob! don't let me drag you back into this consumer abyss. 🙂

[@Mr09260]

Lovely Results

[@peterosborne9802]

The best thing about taking the best picture of your life is..... knowing that you can take one better than that. Happy days, keep on shooting.

[@BayouJosh]

True! 😀

[@OutdoorActionPhoto]

I have been shooting with a very old discontinued Nikon DSLR. So many KZbin videos have shamed me into never buying a new camera because it won’t change anything. Usually by folks that obviously have $10k + in camera gear….. However watching this video made me realize I do need that new z7 after all! I’m showing this to my wife, and keeping my fingers crossed… Very well done, thank you.

[@BayouJosh]

😄 It doesn't matter the extent of the new gear only that it does spark some excitement and breathes a little life into the hobby.

[@actionimagesphotography]

I remember the video a few months back. "I don't need that new camera". The voice inside your head will always win. :-)

[@BayouJosh]

It will always win. 😃

[@souvik8335]

You have excellent story telling voice with the excellent wildlife captures.

[@BayouJosh]

thank you my friend.

[@sophietucker1255]

There is something in us all that makes us want to create something. For me it isn't always that new piece of gear but the idea that I can make a better image of something than the one I took before. Better exposure, better framing, better light or maybe I was able to get that little bit closer. So far my favorite image of last year is one of the Boise Depot taken on my 51 yr old Nikon F Photomic FTN on B/W film.

[@BayouJosh]

so true. The Boise Depot is such a cool place to photograph.

[@jerryholt4006]

Love it!! New camera, new lens, new camera bag, new lens cap...it all works the same - gotta get out and shoot...bring on the goose'!!

[@BayouJosh]

Yep. 😁

[@kpittsmtb]

Phenomenal and inspiring results! There is a difference and it is vividly apparent. Enjoy and keep on the quest...so much fun

[@BayouJosh]

Thanks Ken. Indeed. It is a step up for sure.

[@OkwyUgonweze]

I received my Z9 few days ago and now my Z6ii and Z7ii are looking like toys. This camera is addictive.

[@BayouJosh]

Right? So true.

[@wolfgangrieger1246]

Your talking / thought s/ comments are awesome. Well done !

[@BayouJosh]

I appreciate that!

[@alecstewart9099]

Brilliant. I too will soon have a new camera and lens as my current equipment has always held me back! I can feel it in my bones a masterpiece is about to be created.

[@BayouJosh]

we all have a masterpiece inside of us somewhere.

[@joetag5429]

“Close just isn’t good enough.” Pretty much covers it. Great images.

[@danielknapp3267]

Those BIF shots are great! And the dancing coot?? Spectacular!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much Daniel

[@michaelsurratt9593]

Excellent. If better tools don’t help, we should still be plowing with oxen, shipping on wagons, crossing the ocean on sailing ships, etc. The artist creates the art, better tools help us create, better. As an engineer as well, we all have to accept that anything in production is obsolete. Doesn’t mean it doesn’t make our lives easier though. People ask why I go to the same places over and over. That is because it is never the same twice. I go new places as well but, there is nothing wrong with revisiting old favorites. There is nothing wrong with trying to improve on the art you created yesterday either. Most of the “art” I created yesterday needs improvement anyway. Keep doing what you love. Keep spending time with whom yo love. Share that time together and if you create, nothing else, create memories. That new gear might spark a new drive in you. That outing might keep the spark going between you. Not because of the art you create but the memories you create. Together.

[@BayouJosh]

Well said my friend.

[@richardfink7666]

It is, as every week, a great pleasure to watch your Video. They are now the Best there is! (for me)

[@BayouJosh]

Wow, thank you Richard. you're the best!

[@BPaparazzi]

Outstanding video and images.

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you Rob. 🙂

[@EdwardKilner]

Some nice work posted here. Thanks.

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you too!

[@frederickmcdonald6636]

"I'm certain that I will one day soon take the best image of my life!" Those are incredible words - which resonates completely with me. I am an artist, a painter, and photography is just a hobby but I love it all and I often wonder what's the best I've ever painted or what's the best photograph well it's hard to consider which is the best. But, the search for the best and working towards that is a good motto and most certainly a good journey. I look forward to words and yours, today, are spot-on and the best. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. To you and your wife - take care and be safe out there....

[@BayouJosh]

It is an endless pursuit Frederick. I just constantly remind myself that it is a beautiful lifelong hobby!

[@frederickmcdonald6636]

@@BayouJosh I totally agree and for one other thing is makes me appreciate the out-of-doors more!

[@lepp1814]

Always refreshing!

[@BayouJosh]

thanks brother.

[@rickarmstrong9793]

I can relate to your comment about coots. Even they're interesting with a new piece of gear.

[@BayouJosh]

Right?

[@adityah82]

I am a simple man. I see your new video, I like it Then I see it. Love the commentary

[@BayouJosh]

thank you my friend.

[@midar1]

This is a timeless video, see you soon in few years.

[@BayouJosh]

😀

[@angelogarciajr5356]

The key is to be out there. Patience is key. Timing helps. Knowledge of the area. I admit I get a little bored with ducks, geese, coots, etc.. Unless they do something like stretch their wings and flight scenes. It is the unsuspecting moment when the elusive wood duck, harlequin duck, that kingfisher dives before you comes up with a fish. An Osprey passes by and dives before you coming up with a fish! Great moments that make your day. The key, get out there...often.

[@BayouJosh]

Right on. well said.

[@michaelgerhold5659]

Again a great video with great content! I really appreciate the humoristic style!

[@BayouJosh]

Glad you enjoy it! thank you Michael.

[@rockyrock104]

That Bufflehead shot was brilliant! Can't wait to see more from this amazing combo.

[@BayouJosh]

thank you so much Nilay.

[@robertotorres3969]

This is now my favorite camera gear video. Well done.

[@BayouJosh]

Wow, thanks!

[@cystopus]

Just love the birds pictures, the few of Canadian Geese, perfect moment. I'm glad you made good use of the fast autofocus feature.

[@BayouJosh]

Many thanks! That AF changed things for me.

[@chrisholmes6311]

An 8 minute Nikon advertisement that I could watch again and again. I get it too 👏🏻

[@BayouJosh]

😃

[@ashishupadhyay4553]

one of the of story teller for bird photography so far i cam across !!!! All the best !!!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much 😀

[@craigbartschi4990]

amazing photo's Josh, the never ending quest! Great video again.

[@BayouJosh]

Yep. the never ending quest.

[@michaelschneider9710]

Another wonderful day living a lifelong hobby 🙂

[@BayouJosh]

😃

[@chesterjohnson4504]

Nicely done! I have saved this video. Now each time I have a want to up grade to a d850 from my 810 and d4s I will have to view this video. Thanks for helping me to keep my feet on the ground and not be so impulsive.

[@BayouJosh]

😊

[@ramgopalmannem6249]

Excellent images. I always love your videos, particularly your COMMENTARY!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much my friend

[@K0ga64]

You remind me of Bob Ross, your story and in what you do. Perfect

[@BayouJosh]

well thank you Patrick I appreciate it.

[@edgarmolinaphotography]

Loved that you included coots!!

[@BayouJosh]

Love those little birds

[@artslaughter3921]

Great video and great pics. As always.

[@BayouJosh]

thank you so much Art.

[@juanitakelly3082]

You are so funny Josh! Good writer and narrator and, oh yes, photographer just keepin' it real!

[@BayouJosh]

thank you so much Jaunita. 😃

[@PapaVeedy]

Your videos are the best! They give my life more sparks! Thank you for that!

[@BayouJosh]

Wow, thank you! So Glad to hear that.

[@street_biologist6727]

Was it Z9 poetry or what! Love it!

[@BayouJosh]

😁

[@JenRitchiePhotography]

Your reading my thoughts - like usual! Excellent video!

[@BayouJosh]

Glad to hear it! Thank you,

[@senged]

Great video as always!

[@nickreid5939]

Brilliant....there is no " Perfect picture " thats why we keep coming back to the same subject....." We love taking pictures "......

[@BayouJosh]

Indeed! thank you.

[@Sooch900]

I ordered my Z9 and am patiently waiting for it like so many others. While I wait in excitement I did several shoots with my D850 (people, landscape, macro) in the last two months and they are some of the best that I have done. This mirrors your point that it’s us and not really the camera. Will the Z9 turn me into the worlds greatest photographer…no but I am however hoping the better autofocus helps me get that shot that I know I would have missed otherwise. Great video and message

[@BayouJosh]

That AF does change things. but know that the image quality is basically the same as the D850

[@Stefan1968ful]

True. Since I have the Z9, the Black Birds in my garden look much more beautiful on images. This was the problem before. I get it.

[@BayouJosh]

😀

[@leod1671]

Loved the story!

[@BayouJosh]

thank you Leo.

[@felm.974]

Beautiful images!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you Fel.

[@augustaglen3234]

Very enjoyable video, spiced with a quirky humor! I believe in motivation. When we are inspired, even common subjects can become interesting. I am thrilled for your new Z9, which is supposed to be a beast. However, I still treasure my D700 tank. Admittedly, the sound of your 20 FPS is enviable, unlike my cannon salute. Do inspire us with your new find!

[@BayouJosh]

It’s a fun new toy. 😃

[@davidburchettephotography6513]

Entertaining and humorous 😄. Some very nice images there.

[@BayouJosh]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sannes3185]

OMG....this was too funny. I'm currently debating on a shiny new camera...because....you know....I will be more creative...LOL.

[@BayouJosh]

My advice is don't use logic. If you want it and can afford it. Get it. 😆

[@JeffandLeslie]

good video. Hey, Josh, I'd advise to stop getting the best image of your life. The most exciting image is the next image. 2 things to always remember, 1) when you think you've reached perfection, you're wrong, and 2) if you ever do reach perfection, then there is nowhere to go after that. If Katie is as much like my wife as she seems, I think she will always keep you straight on number 1. :). Thanks for sharing your journey

[@BayouJosh]

Oh yeah. She definitely keeps me straight. Great advice

[@albertjimenez7896]

Watching this channel at the end of a hard day will leave you feeling a lot better.

[@BayouJosh]

So Glad you enjoy them. 🙂

[@jackbrumby1892]

You reckon?

[@JeremyNeipp]

Doesn’t look like you’re having fun out there at all 😉 good stuff Josh

[@BayouJosh]

😀 getting ready for spring.

[@bigboi36]

Oh my goodness, my G.A.S just shot up another notch.🤣Great vid Josh. I don't have the Z 9 yet but I can continuously live through you channeling the Z 9. Done Well. #chanellingtheZ9.

[@BayouJosh]

😆

[@johnvaly]

I love your sarcasm, I am finding myself many times dreaming more about “perfect” gear then the result it self. Great video, nice colors, god composition, nice story, beautiful voice!

[@BayouJosh]

Glad you enjoyed it! thank you.

[@xavierchanut6835]

Right on, Josh. I just recognized somebody I know pretty well listening to you. And that’s me, without a doubt, 😆

[@BayouJosh]

😁 glad to know I’m not alone

[@darrendavy4248]

Love your humour... Great video thanks Darren.

[@BayouJosh]

Glad you enjoyed it Darren. thank you,

[@kaminobatto]

Amazing narration, and as soothing as ever! You hit the jackpot with that last comment :) Awesome work as usual👌👍

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much 😊

[@ForrestWest]

I have upgraded 2 cameras in the last couple of months and in my part of the country there's been very little bird and wildlife action until Spring kicks in. it can be irritating! But I can't wait to try out this new gear!

[@BayouJosh]

It is going to be fun.

[@andywilson3381]

Brilliant video well done, i wish my Z9 would hurry up and get here!!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you Andy, Fingers crossed! Hurry up Nikon!

[@charlesdavis6371]

Cool video Josh. I like the way you think. 🙂

[@BayouJosh]

Glad you liked it

[@michaelstuckenschneider5913]

I really enjoy your videos because they are so different. One can feel your passion and the love for nature and not to forget for your wife. Having appropriate equipment giving you the chance to catch the rare moments increases the frequency of extraordinary pictures and happiness. But being out searching these special situations always offers magic along the way if one is not too much focused on this one special photo desired to get. Guess no one off us can deny to have this bad feeling from time to time. Greetings from Germany.

[@BayouJosh]

thank you so much Michael. It really is a beautiful hobby and I love sharing it with you guys.

[@coastalbay4k]

LOL!! Whatever lens you have now seems to do the trick, because you have some outstanding images buddy.

[@BayouJosh]

Thanks brother. I sure do appreciate it.

[@JavierMorenoX]

So true. Thanks for sharing the theory. See if you hace similar ones for bigger concepts on life as Happiness.

[@BayouJosh]

😀

[@DennisJacobsenWildlife]

Great episode and congrats on the new "Toy" ;) looks like a SUPER camera! glad to see Nikon also released a super fast wildlife monster :) and you are so right, previous cameras can also deliver great results, this one just does it faster and with more keepers and maybe also in more challenging conditions.

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much and yes...that pretty much sums it up.

[@davebelcherguitar]

I tell my guitar students all the time that perfection is something you can never attain....don't go for "practice makes perfect," but go for a mindful practice that keeps you motivated and reconnects you with the passion that originally connected you with the instrument. Same goes for photography: find ways to keep improving, but always with an eye for what's most important. And the camera or lens just aren't what's most important. (I say this while I'm selling my old 500mm f/4 so I can get a new 500mm pf 🤣) Awesome video and photos as always, Josh!

[@BayouJosh]

That is wise advice. I love guitar btw and really considered starting a channel about that prior to this one until I read all the fair use legal crap.

[@davebelcherguitar]

@@BayouJosh Would love to hear you play! Copyright makes everything so much more challenging. Luckily I play classical and so a lot of the stuff (though definitely not all) I play is public domain. :)

[@victorlim5077]

That bird @ 7.35min mark. Reminds me of the colours of the German flag. 🇩🇪 😀

[@BayouJosh]

the highly elusive German Red wing Blackbird. 😅

[@Jessehermansonphotography]

I laughed, cried a little, and then shared this with my wife. Lol Your sarcasm is on point. So frustrating to hear your saying the things we all think… because when you say it, ya kinda realize how ridiculous the excuses are. Oh well, cheers to new lenses!!!

[@BayouJosh]

its just who we are man. I wish I could figure out a way to govern it a little better.

[@Jessehermansonphotography]

@@BayouJosh my wife is my balance, although it seems to come with some frustration. Lol

[@deolimjo]

Great video, I really enjoyed your sense of sarcasm but true, we all fall to the idea your next camera or lenses somehow will take the perfect shot, well that’s marketing for you and we all fall for it, I’ve been tempted to buy the Z9 but I just can’t bring myself to justify the price for an amateur like me. By the way amazing photos and thank you for sharing.

[@Johnd3s]

Really enjoyed your video and the images you shared, thank you. I am still thinking and thinking about getting the 500 PF for my Z9, your images looked truly wonderful, I have the 400f2.8 but feel the extra reach of the 500 and the weight will help me going forward even for sports images.

[@BayouJosh]

Sounds like you need the new 400mm 2.8 tc. 😁

[@kurtkemnitzer]

It will all be much better when you get the new lens...lol Great video as always, Josh.

[@BayouJosh]

😄 Right?

[@stephenjones3856]

Thanks so much for this Josh. Beautifully shot video with a commentary so full of truth and wisdom. You've just inspired me to preorder the Z9. :-)

[@BayouJosh]

🙂

[@543dp3555]

LOL, this really hit close to home. I got my new Sigma 150-600 a few days ago. The results really are an upgrade over what I had. Now I'm eyeing a new Z5. If the new lens has helped that much just imagine what a new Z5 would do......

[@BayouJosh]

🙂 There is always something else. what next?

[@kushmazafra]

Your videos remind me when Nikon release the teaser for the DF and that was a really good small compact commercials… keep it on!

[@BayouJosh]

😁

[@jimreimer6140]

Don't complain. Here in Canada (Manitoba) there won't be any ducks for another two months. But I did get some great video at my bird feeder with my new Nikon Z9.

[@BayouJosh]

The bird feeder is nice low hanging fruit 😀

[@CostaMesaPhotography]

I'm really enjoying your channel. Your narrated story-telling format is excellent. Your videography and use of second camera to film you walking into and out of scenes is really quite good too. You mentioned a few videos ago that this is just a hobby for you (don't recall what you said your vocation is), but you're seriously good at it. And of course the images that you're putting up are incredible! I've been a Nikon shooter for a long time, and am so happy to see them not only get cracking in the mirrorless market, but with the Z9, an exception, top-tier camera. I'm still using a D500, and am hopeful that they come out with an APS-C successor to the Z6/7 but with the newer technologies used in the Z9. I'm not ready to dump all my glass...just want a top-level mirrorless body. Anyway, to repeat myself, really like what you're doing!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I am sure there will be something in the pipeline for the APS-c guys. Hopefully it has this new AF system.

[@mischastieger3222]

you are great :) love your talking!

[@bluejays5660]

Like you I struggled with the auto focus abilities of the z6 ii and 500pf lens. I often got nice shots but the ability to lock focus on fast moving objects such as birds in flight was incredibly challenging. The Z9 is just a bit out of my price range so I considered other mfg more affordable cameras. I heard soo much about the canon r6 and 100-500 lens I decided to “borrow” them for a month. The difference was night and day! The keeper rate was 3 times as much and the ability to lock focus not just on the body of a bird in flight but the eyeball was incredible. I hated to switch brands but since Nikon has yet to offer anything that can match the R6 at anywhere near the price the choice for me was easy. I was able to sell my combo for what it cost for the canon set up. Nikon had their chance! Wasn’t willing to pony up another 6k to get what I should have gotten with the Z6 ii. Like you I’m really having fun now. It may not have made me a better photographer but I’m definitely getting better photos more consistently!

[@BayouJosh]

Take a good hard look at the Sony A7Iv. My wife has one on the way. The Af is the same as the a1 at $2500

[@moretimeneeded56]

You’re a funny man. A great tongue in cheek look at upgradeiteus. All the way through the video you are telling us this new camera will give you the best photo of your life. Then at the end, just as you’ve convinced us this is definitely the case, you tell us all you need now is a new lens to go with the new camera. Had me spitting out coffee! Oh and btw don’t forget the new bag to put the new gear in. Then repeat this in a year’s time when a new and improved model is released.

[@BayouJosh]

Almost forgot about the bag. 🤣

[@fotokrabbe530]

Your best shot may be your next shot😉. Great Videos.

[@BayouJosh]

🙂

[@torngrasp]

Super video. Keep doing what you are doing. I always enjoy your take on bird photography. From one Z9 user to another, it’s not about the camera, but it sure does help sometimes.

[@BayouJosh]

Thanks a ton! It sure does help.

[@jeffreyneville9769]

Man Oh Man, I guess my Mother-In-Law was right all along, she use to tell me all the time "Your Camera Takes Great Pictures"! Thanks for clarifying things for me.....:)

[@BayouJosh]

Right on 😄

[@jimrookphotos]

Hey Josh. It's a cold and getting colder morning in western Minnesota. Many roads are closed due to blowing snow. Temps are dropping as the morning progresses. So I've kissed the last hour plus away as I listened to you, Aaron and Seth and then watched this latest video. Enjoyed the podcast and the candid verbal exchange. Got several laughs from your comments in the video. Yep. You have us photographers pegged. Did I mention that while listening to the podcast that I checked on availability and pricing of that Nikon Z mount 100-400. It would make shooting those closer in shots much easier than with that 500 PF. Have to wonder what features that rumored Z8 will have too. Oh well, likely better that I just continue to watch your experiences and not have to tell my wife that I just bought "another" lens or camera. I'll be watching so keep up the great work.

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you so much Jim. I really appreciate it.

[@badiozamansulaiman8890]

Great content as always

[@BayouJosh]

thank you,

[@hankdinardo4308]

Awesome Josh!!!

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you Hank!

[@cliftonwhittaker260]

Amazing amount of coincidence in this video, Josh. In the past week I have captured my best picture ever (out of thousands) of a Canada goose; I photographed Northern Shovelbill ducks which are seldom seen here; I photographed red-headed ducks which are almost never seen here anymore; I photographed a "song sparrow" which turned out to be a Lincoln's sparrow and a new addition to my photography life list; and I entered two pictures in the DAC TN & KY juried regional photo expo. One of them (Blue Heron Sunrise) won third place in the nature category and the other one, a mourning dove (Seraphim Wings) was awarded best of show with a nice check and ribbon. So, same ol' subjects in the same little park a mile from our home with the same 4 or 5 year old D850. It worked out for me this time, but I do have to agree with you that there is nothing like a new camera or new lens to ignite the creative juices and the energy take your work to new heights. I think it might be that knowing there is no longer any excuse for producing work that does not stun and amaze our audience that inspires us to new efforts. Where are you going from here, Josh? Spring and all its wonderful opportunities is coming on. Are you going to travel? Am I going to get a Z9? ???????????

[@BayouJosh]

That is awesome Clifton. we will be traveling every weekend. somewhere....

[@EugeneMaynard]

Bravo!👏🏾🙏🏾

[@BayouJosh]

😀

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

Yep sat waiting on new camera! It'll give the new lease of excitement and I'll be happy to vlog on my current one (just now, that damn hassle of changing lenses as can't easy vlog on 200 600mm)

[@BayouJosh]

time for a second camera for sure. 🙂

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

@@BayouJosh then a new lens for the new camera! Then I need trips to far flung places!

[@apstudios01]

Josh "Seeing birds and photographing birds is different." Don't I know. Fun video Josh and great photos.

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you Chuck. Yeah, it is not the same. 🙂

[@james647070]

Love those blackbirds👍

[@BayouJosh]

Thank you 😊

[@GautamSingh-yn9cb]

As someone said... the best images were made by cameras which were way less sophisticated than the one we have.. sure camera does matter but for me what reignited the love is the process of developing artistic vision.. now I am a bit slow than ever before I release that shutter..but more considerate about how different elements coming together in shot.

[@BayouJosh]

Well said

[@KevinNordstrom]

When I upgrade someday from my 7fps RP, it's gonna feel like I'm shooting a 50 cal. Machine gun. 🤣 Great shots of the redwinged black bird. Spring is not too far off.

[@BayouJosh]

c'mon spring. so excited I can hardly wait!