this is my in progress on studying the anatomy of a vlog. i’ve always liked the idea of vlogging, but i haven’t really broken down why certain vlogs work—so i want to study creators i’m inspired by and analyse how they build their videos.
the goal is to recreate that same level of clarity and intention when i eventually upload my first proper youtube vlog.
i notice that for most creators, there’s a big gap between their first video and their latest—not necessarily because they became “naturally better,” but because their starting point was much lower. i want my first upload to “start strong.” it won’t be perfect, but i want the storytelling, pacing, and execution to feel deliberate.
my approach is to review different vlog styles and break down the timeline: how they move between talking head (a-roll), b-roll, voiceover, and moments of silence; how long each section lasts; and what types of shots and cuts they use (wide, close-up, handheld, drone, etc.).
hopefully, this gives me a clearer template for the structure and rhythm of a typical vlog.
creators: benny dong peace gates tatsuki
1st case study: benny dong – how to vlog your boring life (and why you should)
video revolves around a theme of vlogging, and he does talking heads at different locations to breach the topic, which in between he still showcases other parts of his life (marathon) while