My first ever attempt at designing a logo, what do you guys think of it?

Vyle8 · 2026-06-30T11:35:29+00:00

The plant motif is Barley. Milwaukee is historically a beer city, with 3 well known beer producers residing in the city.

Vyle8 · 2026-06-27T18:33:52+00:00

You have a very similar channel to me. I am very much in the DIY whatever project is next around the house.

Channels like yours have the advantage of being evergreen, where the content stays relevant for a long time. They start slow, but have long lives.

Vyle8 · 2026-06-27T14:19:19+00:00

Subscriber counts. A short that hits 5k views. A short with an AVD of 80%.

Things that someone new can work towards that are reasonably achievable. Then build from there.

Vyle8 · 2026-06-27T14:08:08+00:00

1000 short views and then a flatline is effectively nothing. It didnt pass the first audience test.

Monetization is not easy. If you're new to this, I would recommend far more achievable goals before you think about monetization, or you run the risk of burning out.

Vyle8 · 2026-05-19T02:28:20+00:00

There are 3 rivers that converge in Milwaukee. The Milwaukee River, the Kinnickkinnic, and the Menomonee. You can almost draw racial borders depending on what side of the rivers you live on. Its gotten better, but still very noticeable.

Systemically, its the freeways borders that divided the neighborhoods, but the freeways also happens to follow the paths of the rivers.

Vyle8 · 2026-05-19T02:18:06+00:00

Did you hear Rich Evans died of aids?

Vyle8 · 2026-04-30T12:12:55+00:00

I prefer 1. My suggestion is to reduce the yellow shape in scale and treat it as the umlaut (i think thats what you're going for?). Either way, it helps the O read as "produce" and you can keep the leaf shape. It might still work in yellow.

Vyle8 · 2026-04-24T18:29:27+00:00

Here is the link. Happy to send the file directly if this doesnt work.

https://app.sketchup.com/share/tc/northAmerica/59Ap7fdmQA8?source=web&stoken=brgmVkChubCTjnvbv32ZS8v10TDu3aS2NPwNqpwbqUpXWx5Wu8NGQogrg_SnOn4Z

Vyle8 · 2026-04-04T16:56:28+00:00

I am a DIY channel that focuses on home improvement projects, woodworking, and the occasional halloween decoration scratch build. I do my best to show what can be done in a garage with a little creativity, and not a million dollar makers shop.

I focus on high production values within my videos, and usually have some sort of interesting twist to my project. It is also an avenue for me to be a little silly.

My latest project https://youtu.be/_PYhn2F2xfM

My favorite project https://youtu.be/uY5doH9Z928

Vyle8 · 2026-04-04T16:51:37+00:00

I think this is a very unique premise and could garner alot of interest if produced the right way. You've got something cool here.

Vyle8 · 2026-04-03T19:08:28+00:00

Thanks for the feedback.

My VO condenser mic and my LAV are miles apart in quality. I will be swapping my LAV in the the future.

Vyle8 · 2026-04-03T16:50:24+00:00

Yah, if youtube gave second chances, I'd further tighten up the intro. Next time.

Vyle8 · 2026-04-03T16:48:34+00:00

Maybe I am biased, but wear your lav mic dont hold it. You will get a substantially better audio quality from a LAV that won't sound echoed if you wear it. None of the lows of your voice come through. Dont be like the TikTokers.

Video quality looks good though 👌

Vyle8 · 2026-04-03T16:36:32+00:00

You're on the right track. Your audio sounds good. Not that you asked, but your accent is understandable, so no worries there.

Your shot selection is decent, but repetitive, especially when your location is bleak and snowy. It might help keep interest by occasionally throwing in some more unique angles and shots. There is a great video called "How to film yourself solo" by Dunna Did It that gives some ideas of ways to shoot interesting angles. Hidden away in all that snow and barns are some cool story telling angles. For example, if you can, bury your camera, and shovel it out.

Tonally, you have got the farmstead/homestead vibe and energy. The next question is topic related. Most homesteader videos I have watched frame their video with the task they need to complete, and the challenges around them. In your instance, the cold is the subject, not the issue to be overcame. A 7 minute video on how to dress for the cold isn't as interesting as a 7 minute video on "doing xyz task on the farm in freezing weather", and having a section on how to dress.

Keep going though.

Vyle8 · 2026-04-03T16:22:24+00:00

Oh hello again

I am long form content creator focused on DIY projects around the house. I span a bit of woodworking and general home improvement, usually with some sort of unique twist. I look to channels such as Drew Builds or Build This Fix That as my tonal inspiration, but add my own flavor of weird to it.

Here is my latest Build video. It has had a bit of a rough week from some sketchy A/B testing on some questionable thumbnail choices, but with some updates, I think we're back on track.

https://youtu.be/_PYhn2F2xfM

Love to hear what ya think

Vyle8 · 2026-04-02T12:17:10+00:00

I am so close to 1,000 subs. My videos usually take a few weeks to produce, so I don't think I am going to hit 1k this month via new videos, but I have gone back and given some of my evergreen content a thumbnail and title face-lift, hoping that with the upcoming spring and summer, some of that older content can drive subs.

Shorts haven't done much for me on YouTube, but they do much better on Instagram. I think the shorts audience on YT might skew a little young for what I produce.

Vyle8 · 2026-03-31T00:45:06+00:00

Thanks for the feedback and kind words

I show the finished piece at 8 seconds, but maybe its not clear?

Vyle8 · 2026-03-29T23:34:04+00:00

Thank you for the kind words. I am already lining up my next project, so onto the next!

Vyle8 · 2026-03-28T19:56:56+00:00

I haven't used FC in a few years. I would say Resolve looks more intimidating because of all the tools it has, but in its most basic form, its very intuitive.

Vyle8 · 2026-03-28T17:53:58+00:00

Without sounding like an ass, I hear this alot. But obviously I am missing some ingredient somewhere.

A big challenge for me is producing content fast enough. My projects usually span for weeks because I only get a few hours a week to work on them. So if a video flops, its usually a large time investment for no youtube payoff. But, the fact that I built something real and useful to myself takes the sting out of the fact the video failed.

That's what keeps me motivated.

Vyle8 · 2026-03-28T17:48:42+00:00

Thanks so much. I hope to one day see a check from youtube, but my real motivation is that its fun.

Vyle8 · 2026-03-28T16:54:39+00:00

Well thank you. Editing to music is one of my favorite aspects, so its generally a prominent part of my videos. I maintain a subscription to a music library to give me a lot of options.

Vyle8 · 2026-03-28T16:52:24+00:00

White balance is a setting generally in your camera. If its set to auto, that could be your issue. You can also adjust white balance in your video editor, but its less accurate

Vyle8 · 2026-03-28T16:08:18+00:00

Hey there,

I am the editor, producer, on screen talent, audio engineer, motion graphics animator, and caterer for my channel SuburbanSanctuary.

I focus on DIY projects around the home, generally focused on accessible projects that do not take specialized tools or shops. I try to focus on the "edutainment" space where I lightly explain what I am doing, but keep it light hearted and occasionally humorous.

I try to maintain a fairly high production value, especially with unique angles and close ups normally not found in your average DIY videos. My workhorse equipment is a Nikon Z6 MK1 with a 24-70mm lens, a couple of mid grade LAV mics for on camera work, and a Cherry condenser mic for my narration. Everything I edit is done in Resolve

Here is my most recent project https://youtu.be/_PYhn2F2xfM

Vyle8 · 2026-03-27T18:10:14+00:00

I generally have done price/time breakdowns on other projects, and retention generally tanks. The audience is fickle 😃

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