Wild bird and Autumn photography - at Knypersley Reservoir

[@KalliatTValsaraj]

Lovely landscape photos. Really enjoy your videos. #enjoy

[@laurencearnold5822]

Enjoyable video lots of birds a beautiful Autumn colours #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Laurence. I was really pleased with the variety I got in this video.

[@jonblackburn5896]

Hi Darrell Great video. We think the leaves in the water made a big difference in the waterfall photo. We really loved the abstract photo of the leaf on the bench. Many thanks Jon and Sandra

[@buzzinandhissin]

We don't seem to have such a variety of birds as you do in one area, your videos have become part of my Sunday afternoons and I always #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

So nice of you. Glad you enjoy them.

[@MsBunny105]

Beautiful images as ever, stunning scenery. #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks a lot RK. I was pleased with how this one turned out.

[@stephenelderphoto]

Really lovely location Darren, and great images too. Thanks for brightening up a rainy afternoon!

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

It is my pleasure. I did enjoy this shoot.

[@pieter2198]

What a stunning location to take pictures. Really #ENJOY watching your videos!

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Glad you like them! This is just a reservoir that is about 15 mins from where I live. With a bit of creativity there are good locations everywhere

[@RandyPollock]

I always enjoy that you remind me that I can get photos close to home. Thank you for that. #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

My pleasure! I agree some of the big KZbinrs who are full time can go to exotic locations - most of us have to fit in with work and time.

[@richardfreeman5732]

Great video as usual #enjoy👍

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@russellkitchen2021]

my local reservoir too , new sub , your picture of the waterfall with all the leaves is excellent ,

[@glynollier3727]

A lovely location Darrell. Prior to my wife and I moving to North Wales we lived in Cheshire and as well as photography I also #enjoy walking and have been around Knypersley on a number of occasions 📷👍

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Glyn. Hope It brought back a few memories.

[@littlemike50]

Another enjoyable morning Darrell. #ENJOY ...

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Mike. I did enjoy making this one.

[@SkylarkFields]

I thought that scattering the leaves on the water was a brilliant idea and worked well. Enjoyed seeing all your images and footage! Looks a lovely place.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks. It is even better at this time of year and only 15 mins from home.

[@felicityrostron9406]

I love your take on composition the bird photos and weir.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks a lot

[@phil23go]

Great Video once again Darrell, definitely prefer the waterfall image with the leaves added. Really cool idea , same with the rock. Keep Clicking. #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Simple things can make a big difference.

[@Harmonrok]

Darrell, another very enjoyable and helpful video. Really enjoy watching you and your super images. #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@alanwright2950]

super images

[@stevejackson183]

Congratulations #ENJOY

[@leicestershirebirder6065]

Great Video!! I would love to go there, however, unfortunately, I live down South! I love watching your videos! Here is a secret… I binge-watch your videos!

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Don't worry Easher there are worse things to admit to. Glad you enjoy the videos.

[@edcramer3129]

Always enjoy watching your videos every week! #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Yay! Thank you!

[@nigelmartin4510]

Very good video as usual Darrell I do agree with you about throwing the leaves in the water it added a lot more to the image 👏👏 #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thank Nigel. You are the first to comment on the leaves. Glad it is not just me that thinks they help.

[@tonyblake8841]

I love your simple no fuss videos. Definitely #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Glad you like them! It is a conscious decision to try to keep them to the point.

[@steves8661]

Another good Video Darrell love the autumn colours #Enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed

[@ianroscoe4706]

Hi Darell, as always great video. Enjoyed all the photos, but I thought the image at 8:29 was particularly good. Its become a sunday afternoon/evening routine to watch your videos! all the best. #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Ian👍 I nearly didn't see that image. I got it because I was setting up my video camera for a walk by. It is one of my favourites from the day.

[@markk1873]

Nice images and a great video.#enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Mark. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@alanrees7949]

As always Darrel great content, it’s a pleasure watching your videos, keep them coming. 👍🏻

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks, will do!

[@peterschatz6093]

Darrell - beautiful video - and as usual very motivational to get out and enjoy photography.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Iainwilliams67]

Great Vlog Darrell, 5 Mins from home and always overlook Knypo must get there more. #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

It is a great place at all times of year.

[@ashstubbings2603]

Very well deserved milestone. As you know I've always enjoyed your videos. #Enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Ash. Yes as a regular commenter, I do appreciate your support. So glad you enjoy what I do.

[@anthonypaul8968]

Excellent

[@muslimhanafiah725]

Love your nature walk. #Enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Muslim. Glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@garywebster8355]

Fantastic as always Darrell 👏. # ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

That’s really kind Gary. So glad you enjoy my work.

[@iangatie7103]

I took your advice Darrell - go back to locations. I've been to Knypersley reservoir a few times - bluebells, sunrise - but decided to take advantage today of the snow in the trees. Super time. Suggestion for you - take your wellies for the stream and waterfall. Keep your tips coming. Great footage.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks for the tips! It did wish I had my wellies at the time.

[@jameswallaceadamson3317]

Realy enjoy every one of your videos. Thank you very much indeed, Mr Okaden. #Enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks James. So glad that you enjoy my content. I was really pleased with the variety of images I got.

[@darrenprobert1831]

Another great motivating video to enjoy photography, I particularly liked the waterfall images plus noticed how steady you hold your camera when taking birds… something I need to practice more #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Most of the images this day were taken using a tripod. The light wasn't great and I couldn't get the shutter speed very high without taking the iso into orbit.

[@danielspencer9851]

Great video as usual, I have a few locations I should re revisit, and this has inspired me to do just that, lovely images and great colours #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Great to hear Daniel that I’m inspiring people.

[@dianeshaw755]

congratulations Darrell absolutely love your videos #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thank you so much Dianne. Really glad you enjoy my vids.

[@muslimhanafiah725]

#ENJOY

[@kamilfreebirdmovingpictures]

I really enjoyed your photography. #enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Kamil. Glad you enjoyed my video.

[@paulrobertson7580]

Really enjoying your videos #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Paul that is really good to hear.

[@kenpowell3558]

congratulations on your milestone Darrell, that was a quite day you picked to do the vlog. #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

I think the colours of the leaves really helped. The birds mainly appeared due to the seed that I took.

[@stefranks5150]

Another inspiring video, the leaves make all the difference in the waterfall shit by the way,

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

I agree. I assume you meant waterfall “shot”.🤭. 😂

[@doddster76]

Lovely colours in this video, great photos too. I like the framing of the photos but it’s skewed the titles again (this time about 2 characters to the left are off screen) when watching on large TV (just fyi) #Enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

The far left characters are lens info it was either 24-120mm or 200-500mm

[@jonathanhardwick1353]

Stunning images as always Darrell, inspiration to get up and get out and hopefully not get in your images again ( three shires ) #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Jonathan. Hope I can be an inspiration.

[@markfrost9005]

Congratulations Darryl, I've tried to add you on Facebook, I've got a few good shots of knyp living close by ( Kidsgrove ) I'd like a green T-shirt please in medium #enjoy , yet again another great blog mate 👍

[@louisprice5077]

Darrell what camera did you use on this trip . and what camouflage cover did you use on your 200mm to 500 mm lens.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

I used my Nikon D850. I must have got the camouflage from Wex photographic. I couldn’t see it on my Amazon.

[@russellwebb3672]

Grey squirrels are a pest and I believe that sightings must be reported to local authorities to allow the control of numbers in the UK, I may be wrong but I also believe it is written in law that you should report them.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

I can’t find any reference to reporting grey squirrels. I would be never ending reporting because I see them all the time everywhere. I could imagine having to report reds because there are far less of them. If you have a source for where you saw this rule I would be interested to look into it.

[@Rileycantleythompson]

Please can I have your shirt please I like this video #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thank Riley, stay tuned to find out if you’re a winner.

[@Rileycantleythompson]

@@DarrellOakdenPhotography I will

[@jameswallaceadamson3317]

Mr Oakden. Sorry.#Enjoy

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Don’t worry I’ve seen lots more mis-spellings of my first name. 👍

[@adrianmoore4690]

great video and nice shots #ENJOY

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks Adrian