Too Long; Drew Rabbits (TL;DR)?
Yes, totally loaded, don’t rush! In the last blog, I promised I would explain what is story-time animation, why people love it, and how to know if it is right for you. So, here’s what you’ll learn in this blog:
- Story-time animation isn’t a quick road to fame or fortune.
- It takes time, patience, and a lot of hours sitting alone in your room.
- But if that sounds exciting instead of frightening, then you are exactly where you need to be.
- Story-time animation is about sharing your stories, making people laugh, and connecting with others – Not competing with Disney.
- Costs only rise when you get more professional, but starting small is totally fine.
By the end of this blog, you will know if story-time animation is the right style for you.
So, What Is Animation, Really?
Hey guys, welcome back! In the last blog, we went over the beginner’s starter kit – the gear and software you will need to get rolling. But tools aside, you might still be wondering:
“So what is story–time animation really?”
Let’s break it down together.
Not a Shortcut to Fame?
Before we start, I want to make sure your mind is in a right thought process, so you don’t regret later. First things first: if you’re thinking, “Oh, this looks like a quick way to get famous and rich on YouTube”… Then I’ve got some tough love for you.
Nope. Not at all.
Story-time animation takes a lot of time. You’ll be sitting in your room for hours a day, maybe even weeks, working on a single video. Writing a script, drawing, recording audio, editing, uploading, fixing mistakes… repeat, repeat, repeat.
But here is the thing: if that idea does not scare you – if it actually sounds kind of fun – then you’re on the right path.
Who This is For?
Story-time animation is for people who genuinely love telling story and creating content. It is for you if:
- You like the idea of turning your thoughts and memories into little moving stories.
- You are an introvert, or you do not mind spending hours on something just because it is entertainment.
- You want people to laugh with you, or maybe even feel inspired by your story.
- You feel comfortable telling your story to friends and family since that is who your viewers are.
It is not about fancy gear or competing with Disney. It is about being the most ‘you’ you can be.
Why People Love Story-time Animation?
Here’s the magic: when people watch story-time animations, it feels personal. Like sitting with a friend who is telling you a funny story, except the story comes to life on screen.
It’s cozy. It’s relatable. And when you make your own, you’re basically inviting people into your world of imagination. That’s the power of it.
Your Next Step?
Click here to read: ‘How to come up with your YouTube channel name‘.
Okay, so now you understand what story-time animation is (And what it is not). The next step? Setting up your YouTube channel
And before you can upload that first video, you will need a channel name that is simple, catchy, and totally you.
That is exactly what we will cover in the next chapter. Don’t you worry – I will walk you through it, step-by-step.