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TikTok Monetization Requirements in 2026: Why You’re Not Getting Paid...Yet
If TikTok monetization feels farther away than it should, you’re not imagining it. This article breaks down why the requirements are harder than they look and what actually matters while you’re working toward getting paid.
Gregory Thornberry
Dec 8, 20254 min read


Adobe Premiere Pro Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows: The Ultimate Speed Cheat Sheet
Editing video should not feel slow or clunky. This quick-reference guide covers the most useful Adobe Premiere Pro keyboard shortcuts for Windows, helping you work faster, edit smarter, and spend less time clicking through menus.
Gregory Thornberry
Dec 5, 20258 min read


How to Make a YouTube Channel, Get Subscribers, and Monetize in 2026
Starting a YouTube channel in 2026 feels like standing at the base of a mountain that millions of others have already climbed. But here is the truth most people never say out loud: YouTube is still wide open. There is always room for someone who shows up consistently, with clarity, with personality, and with genuine value.
Gregory Thornberry
Dec 3, 20256 min read


Day 6 — Understanding Camera Lenses: Wide, Telephoto & How They Change Your Video
A beginner-friendly guide to understanding wide and telephoto lenses, how focal length affects your video, when to use each lens type, and which lenses beginners should consider.
Gregory Thornberry
Dec 2, 20255 min read


The Best 80s Font in Canva: Totally Rad Retro Vibes for Your Designs
Cowabunga! The 80s are back, dude. Between Stranger Things, the neon wave on TikTok, and everyone suddenly deciding synthwave is the vibe of the decade, the retro look has officially leveled up from “cute throwback” to “righteous design superpower.”
Gregory Thornberry
Dec 1, 20254 min read


Day 5: Why Camera Lighting Is Everything!
If there is one skill that transforms your footage faster than any camera upgrade, it is lighting. Many beginners believe their camera is responsible for the quality of their images, but the truth is simple: even an expensive camera performs poorly in bad lighting, and even a very affordable camera performs beautifully in good lighting. Lighting is the foundation of every great photo and every great video, and understanding it early will set you up for long-term success as a
Gregory Thornberry
Nov 30, 20255 min read


Day 3: Ignore Auto Mode, Start in Manual From Day One
If you’re just starting your camera journey, you’ve probably heard a thousand different opinions about whether you should use Auto mode, or Manual. Everybody seems to have an opinion. But here’s the truth from someone who has lived this entire learning curve:
Gregory Thornberry
Nov 26, 20255 min read


Day 1: Learn Where Your Camera Journey Can Take You
Before I ever held a camera in my hands… I lived in the world of video creation. And if you’re an absolute beginner, this is where you should start too.
Gregory Thornberry
Nov 25, 20254 min read


30 Days to Video Mastery: Picking Your First Camera to Making Pro Content
Whether you’re filming sports, school events, YouTube content, or your first cinematic project, this series breaks down every essential skill , from choosing the right camera and lenses to understanding frame rates, exposure, lighting, audio, color, and editing. This is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to master video, shoot with intention, and finally unlock the power of manual mode.
Gregory Thornberry
Nov 24, 20253 min read
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