A week or so after the election, fatigue is beginning to hit. I am seeing that in blog traffic figures, and I am also feeling it. In addition, as Thomas and I discussed today, we think it is necessary to reduce our output for the next couple of weeks or so.
Not only do I have other significant work commitments, mainly with the Accounting Streams project, but Thomas is also picking up some other work making videos and requires some time to spend on development issues related to them.
In combination, that means that we have fewer resources available right now for blogging at a time when most people are likely to be looking to take a break anyway.
As a result, there may be a few videos coming out in the next week or two whilst we take time on other projects, and also to do some training. In the space of three months, we have come a very long way in our video making, and overall, I'm quite pleased with where we have got to, but there are still issues with regard to microphones that we need to perfect, and issues around editing that we want to improve. We are also quite keen to include a second camera in the video-making process because transitions are easier to manage if one is used. We also want to become better at taking the camera out and about. We have tried this but have not, as yet, perfected sound to the extent that we want to do when doing so. All of these issues will take time to look at.
I trust that you will bear with us.
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“ taking the camera out and about”. Have you looked at the GoPro? It’s an action camera, small, light, has a host of accessories, excellent resolution, video stabilisation, horizon lock and more and starts at under £500. You might need a pro mike.
I mount one on the front of my recumbent trike to record some trips while it n Spain over the winter. I also have a Nikon DSLR, but the weight puts me off carrying it regularly
Might not suit you but I thought I’d mention it anyway.
https://gopro.com/en/gb/shop/cameras/hero12-black-creator-edition/CHDFB-121-master.html
I borrowed one but really do not like the results.
I have a decent iPhone
We might also look at the new Sony vlogging camera and sell the one I used for some time. That is probably a good solution. But I need to work that out, as that would require a very light lens. Sigma do one at a good price.
If you’re intending to do some out and about reporting using your phone Beeb journo Anna Brees does a well regarded course covering many aspects https://www.breesmedia.co.uk/ I think a lot of the technical stuff she covers might be useful and the rest might give you ideas.
I will take a look, thanks
There are tremendous resources available, especially on YouTube.
Yes do take a bit of time off. Try to get out in the nature you love, it is restorative. Just say ” yes mum” and do it. You will come back refreshed.
Best wishes
You have previously took your skills and analysed many of the Party manifestos in the UK. And also have taken a major interest in the USA Presidential election.
As the Republican 2024 manifesto is out (they call it a platform), I really do suggest you take a read of it
https://www.spiked-online.com/2024/07/10/the-truth-about-trump-hes-a-moderate/
Like Linda says above, restoration is good, and noting what is being said should be refreshing. Based on the policies described they’ve even borrowed from the progressive protectionism of Colin Hines in my view.
Not my bag
Others can do it better