How Are Gardening VLOGs Made? | Tips For Starting! | How To Start Vlogging

[@JBNat]

Hi folks, hope you enjoy this one and it inspires a few more people to join the wonderful garden youtube community. There's soooo much I couldn't fit in to this video and I think it's possible I tried to cover too much in not enough detail so I will be happy to answer questions you have! I'm sure these comments will be full of tips from other gardening creators too, hopefully some good suggestions of good free software etc. I should have said I always started out with the relatively expensive things because I really wanted things to last, and also have relatively high production standards for myself. Worth mentioning I made my first 15 or so videos just on my phone before I knew I really wanted to carry on with the channel and commit to it, which is when I invested in the M50, which has lasted for around 225 videos now!

[@tecmow4399]

This is such a useful guide for anyone wanting to start out. It'll save people from thinking they need to do an enormous shopping trip before starting. And remind them that the stuff that they need to get good at (being entertaining, being comfortable on camera, developing a style) are the real investment.

[@JBNat]

Oh what a turn of phrase that is!!! Love it

[@christinamoxon]

One of the draws to your channel, JB, is that you never pretended to be an expert. You put yourself out there as a beginner and everyone wanted to support you because you were genuine and new. I know I loved it (also a beginner) and when I look for new channels to watch, I always look for the ones that feel genuine. I've enjoyed learning alongside you. Thanks for the tips and the interesting look into how you make your videos (and your journey to 10k - congrats btw). A very useful video for those of us on the fence about starting a vlog.

[@nickthegardener.1120]

Its been a real learning curve for me, i knew something about gardening but nothing about cameras, tech and talking to the camera, editing etc. I hope im making progress now, great tips i wish I knew 2 years ago when I started my channel.👌👍🙏🤠 I got the Osmo Pocket 3 camera and with a creator combo kit and its awesome.👌👍

[@yeevita]

Wow, JB. Great advice. I think your friendly concern and honesty is why I watch you, so thanks!

[@storymotionproduction]

Great tips JB! I'm a video editor and I see the effort and time you put into filming and then editing. Most people wont have a clue how long the editing process can take. I really appreciate the huge amount of time you put into each video 🙏

[@eliandkate]

👏👏👏 very useful guide for new guys. Covered all the important points brilliantly ❤ Hopefully this will inspire a whole new gang of garden KZbinrs to keep us entertained.

[@JBNat]

Thanks Eli!

[@Nanchantress]

I wish I could give 10 thumbs up for a video because this is such a great video you've made! Merry Christmas, JB!

[@bernadettesullivan29]

Congratulations on reaching over 10.000 Subscribers JB 👏🏻

[@TheFarmyardGarden]

Smashed it out of the park with this one. REALLY interesting and relevant. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@BumblebeeAdventure]

Thanks so much JB. feels for me like a wake up call to make more vids and be less shy 🤪

[@SoilToilAllotment]

Great video JB! And thanks for the shout-out. We were having our coffee and watching you on the TV (nice big face btw) and I nearly spat my Alta Rica over my trousers when you mentioned "Soil & Toil Allotment". We were nodding at all your excellent tips. I'd always encourage people to use somewhere like KZbin to store their allotment videos, even if they set them to private, because it's a great way to record your progress. Once you get more confident, subsequent videos could be made public. We often spot things in the video that we didn't notice when working on the plot because we were too fixated on that little area we were working on (we do the videos for us, first and foremost). And it's fantastic to compare year-on-year to see what's changed, how crops have performed differently, what impact the weather had, etc. All these things are easy to forget after years of having a plot, so videos can be excellent points of historic reference. If the videos inspire others then that's the icing on the cake, hence making them public. And the key thing is to find the videography style that you enjoy, or has the least amount of annoyances (I hate video editing! Probably no surprise there 😁). We've seen a number of allotment channels come and go because they made their video style so complex that it became a burden. Sometimes the KISS approach is best, at least at the start, then build up from there. Festive wishes, and all the best for 2024, David

[@JBNat]

hahahaha glad you didn't waste your coffee David! Totally agree about private videos and all the rest!

[@ingridskitchengarden]

Thank you for making this video. It’s hard sometimes to keep motivated to continue filming editing then posting especially in the cold season.

[@GardenMyselfHappy]

Hi, this is perfectly timed for me. And a comprehensive overview. Thank you!

[@Garden-of-weeden]

Can only say one thing JB… you nailed it 🙌🏻😊

[@christinebrooks6364]

Hi JB, great video with lots of tips on how you can do videos of your growing journey. Thanks for sharing and take care 😊

[@Plot86]

Awesome, JB people don't realise what actually goes into making a video. Also, there is some very interesting and valuable information all the best cheers.

[@magpie1492]

I totally agree with you regarding people who start gardening channels with little experience but claim to know so much. Or who copy ideas that they have seen someone else film and not give credit. It is very obvious to those of us that have been growing for a while and it's very off putting. Be honest about your level, people love to watch a beginner learning and it is endearing, advice will come flooding in too. If you have the experience and knowledge, no matter how gauche you are, we will see it. If you look at Steve's first videos, you can see him struggling with the whole channel starting and filming but his knowledge shone through right from the beginning and his channel just took off as a result and he blossomed. Thank you also for mentioning comments etiquette, I also find people self promoting on another's creative efforts very rude. If your channel is worthy of watching, word soon gets around.

[@hikerlindacanadianrockies8478]

I can't believe how different you looked in those early videos! But I very much enjoy your videos, having just found your channel this year.

[@JBNat]

hahahahaha yeah it wasn't my best look but we were in the middle of a lockdown and in a very bad living situation 😂 Looking absolutely rough ha!

[@amandar7719]

You *are* lovely, JB. Sharing your experience, tips, tricks and advice for newbie vloggers so comprehensively reflects the magnanimity of your character. There’s no doubt it’s a frustrating journey learning by mistakes and there’s far more to teach others in becoming successful than “just be yourself” - the most common words of advice. Congratulations on reaching 10,000 (10,400 as of now) subscribers. I subscribed when Tony C Smith first mentioned you. Immediately clicked “that” button to support your confidence as you embarked on this journey. Love that you’re sharing your best advice here; your various live collaborations; and on Discord. “Paying it forward” usually reaps unsought for, unexpected blessings. Thank you for being you.

[@JBNat]

😭 Stopppppppp thank you so much ahaha, so lovely. I owe so much to Tony for that big shout out and bringing me in to potty mouth!

[@AnyKeyLady]

Some great advice JB! I just to work on my confidence to do the irl videos. I often make videos to share with our family doing a garden tour or school performances but i guess i need to work more on editing the garden ones. I don't know that many people irl that is into gardening or put up with me talking about gardening and preserving stuff. That is why i like this YT community as we all have similar interests. I also think it would be helpful if you have a problem or issue in the garden a video would make it easier to show what it is and may even help other people, if they have the same problem.

[@JanesGrowingGarden]

I absolutely loved this JB. And yes, there are so many other variables but this gave some solid advice as to where to start and what you might need. Of course my favourite bit was the YT etiquette - we are often far too polite to call it out but people can be 'just rude'! Well done.

[@sharon1615]

Congratulations on the 10k 🎉 really enjoyed this vlog very interesting/inspiring, fab vlog JB 🥰

[@mariewright9352]

Very interesting JB, think I’ll stay just watching but I think I’ll upgrade from taking photos to taking videos of my plot every month, just for me 😊

[@SharonBrookes-y6w]

Motion sickness on filming yourself walking - filming your feet horrendous! Why would I want to see your feet? JB such an informative insightful video. Thank you 👍

[@barryroberts6470]

Nice one JB and Congratulations on reaching 10K+ Take Care and Stay Safe Barry (the Wirral)

[@robinmiller1783]

Fabulous video. Your thoughts are on starting a channel is appreciated. Happy New Year 🎆🎈🎊 🎉

[@thehazygarden]

This couldn't of come at a better time! We've recently decided to get back into making vlogs and needed the extra encouragement. Hats off to yet another great video

[@Plotonthehill]

Thanks JB for that, some great tips to go and look up ( total novice here 😊) 👍👍

[@JenniMBE]

Thank you so much for all the tips. You are so good at filming. I've learnt a lot from this video and might give it a go.

[@JBNat]

Yesss!! Definitely give it a go, even if you don't publish the videos and keep them private you'll be happy you can look back on them I'm sure!

[@dogontheplot]

Brilliant video JB - although made me cringe (and smile!) thinking of all the mistakes I still make! 🙈 Super informative and I'll be watching this again to really make note of the little things I can do to improve. I know I still have to remind myself to look at the camera and not my face - so hard! It was a year ago today that I first picked up the phone to film on day 1 on my plot and I edited that first video on a phone app I found in the Play Store. I've been using LightWorks to edit (free version) which is a bit buggy but - well, free - and now that I've got my head around it I am loathe to have to learn something new. It is a lot of work and a lot to learn, but it is so nice to document the evolution of my growing spaces and have people out there wanting to share in the experience. The comments section makes all the frustrations of editing/tech worthwhile! I finally bough a gimbal on Black Friday and am trying to get to grips with that as well as a new phone, so my current videos are littered with tech errors 😬 - but I find people are very forgiving about these sorts of things so long as you're genuine and enthusiastic in your delivery. Anyway, this was a super generous video to make JB - thank you 😊 P.S. I MUST BUY A MIC! 🙈🤣

[@JBNat]

I just had a peek at your channel and it's absolutely lovely!! You definitely have nothing to cringe at. My video was not aimed at you, but actual beginners (🤣). Even so, I'm glad you found it helpful!! Really good set up and your in built mic is doing just fine. Is it an iPhone by any chance? You clearly have a distinct style too ❤️

[@dogontheplot]

@@JBNat ah, we're all life long learners and I'm glad of the tips. When you start out all of this stuff is such a mystery. I have an upcoming '1 year on youtube' episode slated for Jan and will definitely be referencing this video. Not an iphone - I was using a Samsung S20 and just recently switched to a Pixel 8 (in part because of the promise of the audio eraser feature but turns out it is pure gimmick and useless for vlogging) - the audio on the Pixel 8 is being a pain, plus there is a bug in the gimbal app that means when the Pixel is in selfie mode it only picks up mono audio - but I've been promised there is a fix in tomorrow's app update...). Ah, the joys of tech! I appreciate your feedback JB but you're right about the amount of time it takes to really feel comfortable on camera and just be yourself. Getting there. Got my first 'live' with Danny tonight - should be fun...!

[@JBNat]

Oh lovely!! Enjoy the live. I was meant to be live with him and Audrey yesterday but my Internet had other ideas 🙃 I must say I HATE software that relies upon apps, which is one of the reasons I went with mirror less camera and a full gimbal. It won't track my motion but I know it will always just work and not break if there's a software update!

[@UrbanWhiteBuffaloFarm]

Hey J.B., Now that is a right proper video with tips and tricks to filming and editing. Practice and repetition are the best tools to develop good habits and when you do things the same or mostly similar the editing can be so much easier. I did online auctions for several years and I shot still phots for the catalog as well as wrote the narrative descriptions. I did have some video of things that needed close ups and extra explanation. I took tons of photos and then just kept the ones I wanted. It was a nightmare to go back and try to get more photos later. I always showed all the flaws to make sure folks saw what they bid on. So everything we do may contains a lot of the same actions but they can be tiring so getting the best shots in the first time there was less to edit. You did a great job showing some of the things that can be done to make big impacts later. I hope folks appreciate this video for its intention. Cya later bye for now

[@anaveragenwgardener5632]

You hit the nail on the head! I've done a couple of videos and getting over the 'comfort' of being in front af the camera is tough. It's kind of an embarising feeling. I want to do more but I have to push myself. I've been watching you on Potty Mouth and popped over to your channel and this is one of the first videos I watched, great stuff. I'll be wacthing your pepper series for sure since my weather is very similar to the UK. Thanks, Neil in Oregon

[@TheAuldYinAllotment2023]

This was great, I was killing myself laughing as yesterday I bit the bullet and made my very first video, and of course, I made all the mistakes, including not getting the camera far enough away from my face 😂😂😂 so I think it will be take two for me. Don't have any equipment yet other than my phone but I had already put microphone and gimbal on my wishlist 😊😊 Looking forward to your next video

[@JBNat]

I would actually say (and probably should have made this clearer in the video) that you really don't need a gimbal for a phone in my opinion. Provided the phone has good stabilization built in and isn't terribly shaky. I dried out the DJI Osmo phone gimbal for a couple of videos and one point and it was cool but I think it makes a very small difference compared to a gimbal for a camera!

[@wewatchyoutube736]

I really want to start a vlog for purposes of motivation to get up the allotment, and also almost like a gratitude practice, a practice of paying attention and appreciating it. But I don't think I have time to edit. I really am amazed at the quality of your videos (and other members of potty mouth gc).

[@jeanhelliwell8160]

What a fabulous video JB. Some really useful stuff in there. I've only ever done videos in my allotments to document what we've done and when, and see the difference from when we took them on. I set them to private on utube so we could watch at a later date. Not got a clue how to edit, but it doesn't matter just for us. I found your video really interesting though.

[@JBNat]

That's a wonderful way to do things too Jean. Another thing I wish I'd spent a bit more time on on this video - once you've made a video you don't actually have to make it public. You can keep it just as a record for yourself if you want to.

[@SharonBrookes-y6w]

I didn’t realise you could do that

[@thecraftykelpie]

😄it sounded like you were talking directly to me highlighting all the mistakes I make on my videos ha ha. I still continue to shout at my phone, need to try harder, great video ! 👍🏻

[@DenSvaraTradgarden]

What a great video! Fantastic advice. I am hard of hearing and videos with background noise or busy street noise are near impossible for me to watch, so using a proper microphone would be my best tip as well. I came across a video the other day that I could not finish because the creator swirled the camera around and around and never stopped to properly focus on the plant he was trying to show. Motion sickness was just the beginning! 😆 Making a good video takes both talent, patience and experience.

[@anthonyp.2492]

I was thinking earlier today..i hope JB has a vid for us today, well. HEC yea its here.. thank u and stay warm friend..from Indian River County Fl

[@JBNat]

Thanks Anthony! Weather has been dire and I've been really busy with livestreams this week, and this one was a hell of an editing project!!

[@GrowingWithPlot21]

Good video there JB. I always forget to take my big tripod to hold my camera on, so I’m resting my phone against things to film. I think as well, sometimes it’s nice to just be at the allotment without filming. I do enjoy it and film more as a record - be good to look back and see how things have come.

[@JBNat]

Thanks so much! 100% agree about it being nice to not record sometimes. And sometimes it's not practical. But it's so so rewarding having that archive you can look back over and see how far you've come.

[@Fortheloveof.gardening]

Thank you very informative. I remember Tony C challenging you to go out and just record….you have come a long way as a gardener and content creator, you seam to enjoy the more.

[@JBNat]

Ahh yes that was so good! Can't believe you remember that! 😊 A real turning point for me honestly. That's when I realised investing in the gimbal for my camera was a must so I no longer needed to faff around with a proper tripod!

[@Fortheloveof.gardening]

I have been here long time 😂

[@TheGrowUpChannel]

Such a good video JB! I nodded so many times through this video. Great tips for someone thinking of starting YT! I had something similar planned for january! You beat me to it ! Haha! Fairplay! This was a good video. Danny 🌱

[@JBNat]

haha thanks Danny!

[@LouMorris100]

What a fantastic informative video this is. A really helpful guide on how to get started with vlogging. With you tube and socials being more mainstream these days finding out how to get a foot on the ladder is a must. I did a quick search to see how many more guides where listed.. There is a few but the couple I watched didn't cover half as much information as you did JB.. Well done. 😎👍 (and no I'm not planning on vlogging any time soon lol)

[@JBNat]

Ahh thanks so much Louise! I'm sure there's loads of guides out there on how to do it properly and spend lots but I wanted to do a sort of beginnery thing for the audience that I know like garden youtube. A video tour of your garden would be so cool!

[@gardeninjake]

Very well done JB! Very well done! Ive thought about doing gardening videos but I live in the city limits and my garden is right beside one of the main roads. Its always noisy here and I would have to do voice overs for everything. Just not worth it for me. I do on occasion take a few pics and share them with a few gardeners on here.

[@JBNat]

Ahhh road noise is an absolute pain!! If you have a look at any of my back garden videos you'll hear the road noise. I did a few minutes there at the start of my last vlog. Even with a lav mic clipped to my shirt it still comes through.

[@thetweegarden]

I love this video JB, it’s so helpful. I’m guilty of lots of “ummms” and shakey camera work 😂 so I’ll be following lots of your tips. I’d also second the point about just getting on with it. It took me three years to finally start my channel and I wish I’d started sooner!

[@JBNat]

Had a quick peek and your camera work is just fine! Your camera looks like it's definitely got some decent stabilization built in 😊Definitely not guilty of the kind of umming and ahhing that I had in mind either so don't fret and keep doing what you're doing!

[@thetweegarden]

@@JBNat aww thanks! ☺️

[@Jimmy.Plot.41.b]

A very good video with some excellent tips JB , thank you very much, i look forward to trying some of them out in the near future.

[@Carol-oc7mx]

Not a route I will go down but it's fascinating and informative if you want to join in Great video 👍

[@monro2159]

Brilliant video JB, really informative and a lot of good generous advice. I think your last few points about not starting one in the hope to become the new Charles or Huw is vitally important. (Didn't Huw start like when he was 13!). I'm thinking about starting one, but more as a documentation of my passion for allotment life and the personal trials and tribulations that it entails. If people come along for the ride, that is great, if not, well, that is fine to. I can always look back at my successes and mistakes and have visual evidence of how to improve my growing prowess!

[@JBNat]

That is EXACTLY the mentality which I think drives a good and honest channel. Love it. I have said a few times that there's SO MUCH MORE.i could have said in this video, but one of the things is how starting the channel was 100% one of the best things I ever did. It changed my relationship with the plot for the better, made me more accountable, made me build better habits. And most importantly I've made some of my best friends ever in this wonderful community. Good luck!

[@pastihijau5043]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@Lynne-plot35b-36b]

Great ideas and tips. I’d love to do this but I’m a bit of a techno phobe!! lol you all make it look so simple and so I think I’ll leave it in your capable hands. Very generous info here for new beginners!! Thank you chuck x

[@JBNat]

You can always give it a go and just keep the video for yourself 😊

[@GraveCareMaintenanceServices]

Excellent video JB with some great pointers and hints. I am just in the middle of setting up another channel completely about my plot, i have had this channel for a few years and made quite a few videos over the last 12 months but they are about the work i do for a living, with a few allotment bits added in. Now i want to have 2 sepoerate channels, work and the plot, so i am actually taking onboard quite a few of the things you have pointed put. I have only ever used my samsung phone, but i did buy wireless mics 2 weeks ago but i cant egt them to sound right. guess i will keep trying. The point you made about editing time is spot on, sometimes i make my videos in 3,4,5 or even 6 parts. Thank you for the tips and pointers. ( Note i am not pushing my new channel in the comments )

[@JBNat]

Sounds like a great plan! Don't worry about talking channels on this video, I should have said people kind of get a free pass on a video like this!! What microphone did you go for?

[@GraveCareMaintenanceServices]

@@JBNat the mics are K39 wireless lavalier microphones. 30 mtr reception. 360 imnidirectional, smart noise cancellation. Maybe i just have to get used to them, but the sound quality actually sounds better from my phone lol

[@Feelgoodgardens]

Fab JB, great encouragement for new KZbinrs.I'm still using my android phone with less than £20 wireless microphone. 😂 My husband is going to buy me a decent wireless microphone for Xnas 👍 😊 I also edit on my phone too but can see how it would be a lot easier to edit on my laptop like you professionals 😊 Maybe I'll carry on with my phone and then put in another request for a Go Pro or similar for my birthday 😂 I'm so pleased the foxes have left your polytunnel alone 👍😀

[@Kev_Partner]

Thanks for this brilliant tutorial JB. My biggest concern is other allotment holders - how do cope with feeling self-conscious when recording? And have you ever had any grumpy neighbours complain about you doing it?

[@JBNat]

Hahaha yes to both questions. Extremely self conscious because you'll note I don't have fences or anything. I'm much more used to it now but still generally uncomfortable if people are around. Having two plots and a tunnel is a boon because it's so much easier to avoid people. I also have a neighbour who hates me filming and marches over and tells me to make sure I don't film her 😳 thankfully she's not there too often and I just played nice and explained I would make sure she wasn't on film, just to be polite. 99% of plot holders won't mind and will just be interested to hear what you're up to! Most of them won't even know about allotment-KZbin existing!

[@Kev_Partner]

​@@JBNat thanks so much - I guess I'll have to put on my big boy pants and deal with any issues. And work out some shooting angles that mean I can record without including other plots! The other problem is that I don't claim to know what I'm doing at all, but it might look as though I think I'm the bees knees! So much insecurity!

[@A1allotment]

Great vid! I have always been a bit tempted but apart from being a techno phobe I did wonder if there may be too many doing it already. But next year, knowing now that Jessie only uses a phone (wow!) I may be tempted to have a go!

[@JBNat]

I think it's a case of the more the merrier! I'm absolutely terrible at watching videos but that's just because I'm busy! But there is always an audience out there.

[@TuftyMcTavish]

What a great episode! Absolutely no interest from me in starting videoing my journey, but as a long time subscriber to yours I was delighted to see a bit of behind the scenes. This must have been an editing adventure to create 🤓👨‍💻

[@nickthegardener.1120]

Anyone new should check out the Osmo Pocket 3 vlogging camera with the creator combo kit its the best in my opinion.🤠❤️🙏👍👌

[@JBNat]

Yeah they're really good. Tony uses one now :)

[@SoxInTheGarden]

Loved this video, JB! ❤ Super encouraging and helpful info. I do love Jess’s videos and style, so it was nifty to know she only uses her iPhone, as that’s all I use as well. I did recently invest in a gimbal for stability, but its still weird to use and I need to get used to it. I gotta learn how to use a wireless mic as well. I got one, but keep forgetting to actually use it. 😅 I just got a Macbook but its a learning curve to use it, so thanks for mentioning Final cut. 🤔 Thus far I’ve solely been editing in iMovie on my phone. Gah, so much to learn! 😅

[@JBNat]

Your videos are great sox so I would say don't spend too much time worrying about gear or editing unless you're doing it for yourself, and take the process of learning new programs slowly if you need to! They can be quite stressful and unintuitive until you've got them sussed!

[@SoxInTheGarden]

@@JBNat Thanks so much, JB! 🥰❤️✨

[@kellielander3481]

This is perfect for me to bookmark. I’ve been thinking of starting a channel to document changes in my cut flower garden (I’m going to raised beds next year) as well as to help hold myself accountable to timelines. I’m worried about editing though. I don’t want to create another full time job for myself as I’m retired. So, to vlog or not to vlog that’s the question I’ve asked myself since last spring.

[@JBNat]

Editing can be as complex or as simple as you want it to be. It's just always going to take a few hours to get used to those basics. All you really need to do is cut out the bits where you're not talking after you've hit record, and then export it so it's a reasonable file size! (raw video is huge and would take hours to upload to KZbin!) Once you've learned the basic controls editing a video just to it's most basic should take about the same time as the length of your video.

[@THEYOUNGARDENER]

Amazing video,relatble too!

[@beansbrewsandbread]

Great video JB! So many great tips - particularly the KZbin etiquette section! I have a very barebones set up (totally agree that the wireless mic being the biggest impact upgrade I made - despite sometimes creating more problems like not recording / only recording mono!), but wondered if you had any recommendations on the "action cam" you mentioned after your camera gives up the ghost? Any particular makes / models? I'm getting a bit fed up on the transfer times on the footage using the iPhone to the cloud and wondered if the Data Card transfer approach was better (although suspect I'd miss the portability of cloud storage for creating shorts etc)? Cheers, Andy.

[@JBNat]

I'm looking at maybe some of the DJI ones. Tony has just got a new one and it looks really good. I think it's the Action 4? Definitely need to do a lot more research. The main thing that puts me off the gopro is the fixed wide angle lens. WRT shorts they're probably still best filmed quickly on your phone and then uploaded via cloud! You'll still have your phone on you most of the time I'm sure 😊

[@beansbrewsandbread]

@@JBNat cheers, (true on the phone for shorts.) I’ll have a look at those. Thanks again. A

[@locke6531]

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[@Wonkigardenandpets]

Thank you JB, for making this video. I have a question regarding the wireless Rode. I understand that I need two pieces of square Rode, I think I understand correctly that one should sit on the mobile and the other should sit on you who is standing in front of the camera and talking. But I think there should also be some cord/ wire between the square Rode and the mobile, is that right? So if I want to buy the wireless Rode. What components/things should I have? Thanks for a great channel and keep being yourself, that's what makes your channel special.

[@JBNat]

Oooooh okay that's a quite good question. But yes you're right. Receiver unit is what I showed on top of the camera, the broadcasting unit was in my pocket with a lavmic plugged into it and clipped onto my shirt. There's a red cable that goes from the receiver into my camera. The cable I use for that is built for cameras and comes in the box with the microphone units. You'll have to try and do a research on exactly what phone you have and how it connects though. If you have a phone with an aux port you need to be careful you get the right adapter for it. I think it's TRS to TRRS but honestly I can't be sure because I've not used the wireless on the phone I'm afraid!

[@Wonkigardenandpets]

@@JBNat Thanks so much for your answer. I understand better now and will check properly before buying anything. This video was very good and informative, maybe it can help me become a little better behind the camera. Have a nice day. / Annica

[@VictoriaHunter-Lines]

Hi JB, thank you so much for such a comprehensive and clear explanation ❤. I'm feeling a little bit braver and will start experimenting. My goal is sharing the fork to food philosophy and spending time with my daughter who is food mad! Question: names? I have an idea for a channel and instagram name but don't want to be cringing in 6 months time. Did you have any qualms about names? Best to be you I guess. Thank you again, great response ❤❤ Vickie

[@JBNat]

Names are a tricky one but I don't think they're particularly make or break! Look at Tony C. Smith!! You can also change your youtube name if you want later on down the line. I still to this day don't really know why I chose Naturally JB, some days I don't like it but most of the time I just don't think about it 😅 I originally had intended to do much more about wildlife, biodiversity and the natural world but it just didn't really shake out that way (mainly because filming insects and life is MUCH harder than the photography I've enjoyed over the years).

[@VictoriaHunter-Lines]

@@JBNat I can imagine wildlife filming is very tricky. My plot is surrounded by blacurrant fields so I was thinking of "Through the currants'🤔😁

[@ecocentrichomestead6783]

Usually, when someone cuts out dead space or a mistake, the Frame before and after the cut doesn't match exactly. I can watch most videos and tell every such cut. I try to have an overlap of just enough frames to blur the join.

[@JBNat]

J cuts are very useful, there's a few subtle ones in this too. Jump cuts themselves are a stylistic choice. I personally focus on audio continuity (as shown in the little edit clip!) because I find that is where cuts can actually be jarring, and generally speaking, jump cuts are found in 90% of KZbin videos and accepted by audiences 😊

[@ecocentrichomestead6783]

@@JBNat yes. I could still tell where you cut and joined in the example you used. There's another cut and join just a couple seconds before it.

[@JBNat]

Yes I'm not saying they're invisible 😅 I'm saying 99% of people don't mind them even when they notice them. J cuts are different from jump cuts. I think you're talking about j cuts to overlap frames. Or maybe you're just talking about a short crossfade?

[@ecocentrichomestead6783]

@@JBNat yes, a very short cross fade makes them less visible and helps blend the sound better as well.

[@MrLaking123]

A question JB do you have to pay tax on the urnings from KZbin if you do does it come out automatically or is it like a self employed thing and you have to send in the tax returns

[@JBNat]

Yes! You have to register as a sole trader (or LLC if you're really fancy) and declare the income from everything in self assessment.

[@barerfootgardener11464]

Jb, I have started a channel and really don't mind being behind the camera, making mistakes, laughing etc but it's the editing that I cannot seem to wrap my head around. I find it extremely frustrating. So I stopped. 😢 Any helpful tips on.learning to edit?

[@JBNat]

What software do you use? And are you editing on a phone or a computer?

[@barerfootgardener11464]

@JBNat I used the editing program in youtube. I also tried s I meshing else, but I'll be darned if I can't remember what it is. I don't want pay for something this early on.

[@JBNat]

Ahh yes KZbin's editor isn't actually built for proper editing. You can just cut off a little bit at the start or the end. Unless maybe you're talking about the shorts editor, I think that's a bit more fleshed out. There's some good suggestions for free software in the comments here 😊

[@PreatorRaszagal]

What *is* that bloody idiot JB up to now?!! J/K 😄Nice and informative. And that wasn't such a horrible wildman beard. You should have seen me after the pandemic before I went to the barber 🤪Also, today I learned: malaphor! Big word! 💪

[@lucrom1097]

Super Good video JB the tips thans te vlog grootjes men 👋✔️🎄🔥🎋🎁🎉🍹🎀🧣🧤📱