Along with the frustrations with video editing software refusing to export in high quality, and dealing with physical tension using a Theragun. Plus, hear thoughts on the latest Drag Race elimination, why the queen was perhaps "too niche", and who's being rooted for in the finale.
Aim for 100 Subs, Software Woes, and Drag Race Finals!
Hello there! It’s almost 6 PM, and the entire day has been dedicated to working on videos for the "Loïc and the KwingZ" YouTube channel. The first reaction video for Drag Race Episode 14 is already out, and I've finished editing and uploading the runway ranking video – now it just needs those crucial thumbnails before publishing.
Thumbnail Trials and Tribulations
And oh, the thumbnails! I've been deep in Canva, trying to craft something eye-catching and perfect. It's such a process – finding the right images, colours, and layout without making it too cluttered. Thumbnails are what draw people in, so they have to be appealing. I was so focused, I think I might have even forgotten to put myself in the runway reaction thumbnail, which I usually do when I appear in the video!
To have an idea of the work down on the thumbnails, below are the ones I have been working on.
Software Frustrations
Beyond thumbnails, I've hit some technical snags. My video editing software seems determined not to export videos in the high quality I want. Even though the source files are 4K, it defaults to SD, and the option for HD or 4K export just isn't working properly. It's incredibly frustrating when you know the capability should be there, but the software (or maybe my older hardware) isn't cooperating. Exporting also takes forever, which really slows down the workflow. On top of that, CapCut, which I used previously, now slaps a huge watermark on exports unless you pay. It feels like technology is conspiring against me sometimes!
YouTube Milestone and Future Content
On a brighter note, the "Loïc and the KwingZ" channel officially crossed the 80 subscriber mark – we're at 86 now! Thank you so much to everyone who has subscribed! It's really motivating, especially seeing comments asking for the runway thoughts and reports. We're chipping away at that 500-subscriber goal for the first level of monetisation.
With the current Drag Race season ending soon, I'm already thinking about what's next for the channel to keep the momentum going. One idea is to cover "Drag Race France" or any other Drag Race show.
Feeling the Strain
Physically, I'm feeling quite stiff and dealing with tension in the back of my neck, likely from looking down at my phone so much. I've been using the Theragun before bed, which helps a bit, but I feel like I need a good chiropractor visit! I've also had a runny nose kicking in during the evenings, which is odd and reminds me of times I used to inexplicably feel unwell after 6 pm.
Drag Race Finale Thoughts
Before I forget, the latest Drag Race episode! It was the last one before the finale, and sadly, one queen went home. While she performed well throughout the season, I wasn't surprised. I think she was just too niche, very stuck in a specific 70s/80s aesthetic with references many wouldn't get (like Betty Boop), and her makeup barely changed all season. For the win? I'm rooting for Onya Nurve . She's talented, her recent African-inspired "opulent outerwear" was stunning, and she just seems so humble and kind. Jewels Sparkles is also wonderful, just radiating joy. It'll be interesting to see who takes the crown in two weeks.
Okay, that's the update! I've also been doing some housekeeping on the website descriptions, using AI to help polish things up.
Now, time for some food.
Talk soon!
L
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