Engagement is my favorite metric to track, as it represents the overall performance and health of your video. Unlike so-called vanity metrics such as Views (which show the reach of your video), metrics like Audience Retention tell you the percentage of the video the audience watched/engaged with and exactly what
What equipment do you need to photograph landscapes with the Milky Way? The equipment does not have to cost tons of cash. This handy gear guide will help! This is more of a beginner’s guide. Therefore, I am not going to list star trackers. They are not necessary for creating
Keywords are meaningful and accurate words or phrases that tell search engines what your content is about, and in turn, tell users what your content is about. When picking the proper words, you need to look at what your target audience is looking for. What do they search for? What
The JOBY Beamo Reel Creator Kit is an inexpensive, all-in-one kit intended for beginning content creators. It’s also very easy to use. We break down whether it could be right for you. The kit includes the PodZilla Medium mobile tripod kit, Wavo Mobile vlogging microphone, and Beamo Reel LED light.
Can the Maono USB/XLR Dynamic Podcast Microphone help photographers with streaming, YouTube podcasts, vlogging, gaming or communicating with clients? We had a look at this microphone so you can learn more about it and hear it in action. The Maono PD200X USB/XLR Dynamic Podcast Microphone is an attractive dynamic microphone
Lume Cube has released a high-quality two-point lighting system that they say eliminates shadows and glare. It is designed for portraiture, vlogging, product photography and more. The light panels rotate on flexible arms, providing full illumination from just about any angle. Note: Lume Cube sent us the Flex Light Pro
Having trouble sharing a YouTube video with your friends and family? When you upload a video to YouTube, you’re given the option on how visible it’ll be on your channel. You have three options: Public: Everyone can see your video as soon as it’s done being processed. It’s also discoverable
When I am traveling, I love listening to podcasts. I’ll share five that get snared in my podcast catcher frequently. Lens Shark Photography Podcast (formerly PetaPixel Photography Podcast) I discovered the Lens Shark Photography Podcast first. I immediately took to host “Sharky” James’ oddball sense of humor. This podcast is
As vlogging becomes more popular than ever before, camera manufacturers are scrambling to get their share of the market, with Canon being the latest to possibly enter the vlogging arena. Cameras designed for vlogging are nothing new. However, there seems to be an influx of cameras lately aiming to steal
The Nightaxians are all night photographers. And they all use Pentax K-1 full frame cameras. What is it about this camera that makes the it so compelling for the Nightaxians? Much of the camera industry has pivoted toward mirrorless cameras. However, there are compelling reasons why the Pentax K-1 an
Discover what went into creating the new “Abandoned Planes and Automobiles” book I have written. I spoke with night photographer Timothy Little during this YouTube interview. He also inquires about several specific photos of his choice. “Abandoned Planes Trains and Automobiles: California Revealed” is published by Arcadia Publishing. It is my
The Nightaxians have just launched a new Nightaxians Video Podcast on YouTube. We will discuss all things night photography, Pentax, gear, lenses, urban exploration, night travel adventures and far more. I am proud to be one of the three people in the video podcast along with night photographers Timothy Little
