Topic: A creative way to introduce BTC to newcomers - page 2. (Read 540 times)

I'm not trying to conclude earlier, the fact that the interest of newcomers in prices is those with a background of less good economic standards. Most of the bitcoin information on the internet is about fluctuations, speculation, signals, investment values of whales, etc. With the preferences such of information they consume, then they start throwing questions at you like "what is the potential for bitcoin" in order for us to achieve a better economic level, and most likely you'll tell the price history more or less like the OP video. That's what I call that, indirectly you dictate newcomers to have high expectations for bitcoin.

I did the drawing, camera work, editing, script, guitar playing and audio effects. Hired a voice actor, bass player, drummer, audio mix and after effects guy.

This was all drawn on the wall in my old apartment living room, and then shot from up close. No animation involved besides some after effects that were done later.

I started the drawing probably at early 2021, I just wanted to see the full bitcoin graph on my wall, it gradually morphed into the idea of the video. I wasn't constantly working on it though. it's hard to say but there were probably about 3 months of full days of work in total.

There was a gap between finishing the drawing, shooting it, having to erase it (left the apartment), and then doing all the sound recording, editing, video effects etc. also there was not enough space on the wall past 2022, since I gave 2021-2022 more space then previous years. so yes it's just a bit outdated unfortunately but that's not the point, even if it was relevant to yesterday's price, it wouldn't be next year anyway.
the ending of the graph does get close to the 16K days, and in the ending of the video with the electric vision of the future it goes down before it flies up, I drove my animator crazy insisting to get that point right.

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Thanks to everyone for the fantastic reception and detailed comments!

Yes, there is much more to cover in order to fully grasp what Bitcoin is, it's almost impossible to do so in one video.

This whole project only started because I wanted to express my burning passion for the bitcoin revolution so I drew it as fire (and also wasn't satisfied with looking at small graphs on screens). Then I realized the potential for a cool video, developed a script and added the drawings around it accordingly. The blockchain-roller coaster was a late addition for example.

I did try to include many different element that are presented in a story format:
-banks always fuck us over
-btc isn't controlled by banks and govermnet
-it was a collaborative process that grew organically
-dollar is inflationary unlike btc
-halving cycle
-other coins are shitcoins
but mostly the biggest point I was trying to paint is that the short term volatility is mostly caused by people just being clueless and hyped/FUDed, and that in the big picture it gets bigger and stronger after every crash - while the dollar keeps getting debased.

I threw in all the 'big headlines' at the end (decentralized, democratic, incorruptible..) to let newcomers know - there are so many reasons why bitcoin is great and strong, but with some mystery about it, having the narrator tease explaining it in the next video (also to force myself to keep creating content). Again, it's impossible to go into everything in one video.

So yes, it's about price (the video is basically a price chart!) but it's so much more then that. Yes, it's not enough to get someone to invest, but having watched the video, some new info will sink in, a seed will be planted, and then the person's mind could be more open next time they hear about bitcoin, some curiously may arise.

So as a promised sequel I intend to break down all those headlines. It will make for a more informative video, but hopefully the roller coaster video will lead some curious people to it. I will need to think of new creative ways to make it visually interesting and to keep people engaged.
 

I enjoyed the video and it was quite creative even though the explanation only ranged from price movements in the early days of Bitcoin's presence until its last ATH, while regarding the technology and advantages of using Bitcoin in online transactions, there wasn't much or even no explanation about it, and it should have been included or maybe you intend to make another video because when an explanation about Bitcoin focuses on price then it will only make people who hear it feel like they have the opportunity to get rich quickly, without seeing other things which is also the initial purpose of making Bitcoin, but congratulations you have made a video that quite attractive with excellent video animations and colors, and another good thing about your video is that it has a short duration because if it is too long the duration will be very boring, so you can start making other videos with an explanation of Bitcoin from other aspects

So much effort went into that video and the graphics. I loved it. It is like a bedtime story that I can tell to my nephew and niece.

It is more than just talking about the price of bitcoin. The voices in the background are like the public sentiments - the influencers, the people who want to see bitcoin die, I didn't even remember the Facebook coin. This explainers reminded me of it.

I look forward to the sequel of the video because that can't be all that there is to bitcoin history so far. You have put in a lot of work and I appreciate you for that. In the last video I would love to see you talk about exchanges- how people buy and sell bitcoin, I would also love to you talk about where people store their bitcoins after they buy it.

You have a good point here. Knowing the video is good, watching the video and garnering views, and actually making a change and causing action are three different things. No matter how good the video is (which it is, kudos to OP on that) and the views it will get, if the viewers do not put what they learned and digest from the video then it won't be branded as effective. At the end of the day, it is up to the viewers on wether or not they adapt what the learned and use it or let it just be a part of their watch history.

I was intrigued and I usually don't watch videos posted from the forum because most of them are clickbait and just wanna gain some views without the intention to educate people.

I like how you've made the video and gone through the history of it. Keep it up, hopefully you get the deserving amount of subscribers to your channel so that it will motivate you to make more videos.

The ending literally tells what everyone is thinking here for a very long time, yeah, we're just getting started.

It is really a roller coaster, the video made me dizzy (motion sensitive here).  I do not know if the shaking is an effect but it looks like it is not since the camera is moving zooiming and zooming out while moving on the drawing board.  Aside from some misspelled words, I find the video interesting, I would have fun watching if it wasn't shaky though. 

All in all, good job but I do not think that it is that interesting to watch I applaud your effort in sharing information about Bitcoin Price history.

I really appreciate how you did the video and worked hard to prepare the materials just to keep the video more entertaining to the audience. Well, I could say it will gain interest to the viewers and can bring something to change their views and minds but as we are talking about being effective, we couldn't be sure of that as it lies now on how the views did it in real life. In reality, many people love to watch movies but that is just it, they don't do it in actuality. I won't say it was not effective but we can't be sure if this will work effectively 100%. 

I thought the video you made was very interesting and I was surprised that it was a drawing on your wall. At first I thought you were drawing all that on a big canvas but at the end of the video I was surprised that your drawing medium was actually a wall.
Even though it is short video if it is to introduce new users, I think your video can be used as a reference to show newcomers who want to know some of the history of Bitcoin.
You explain some of the advantages that Bitcoin has but unfortunately I feel incomplete without a detailed explanation of these points. However, I admit that overall the presentation of your images and the way you video are really great.

Amazing vid. I enjoyed every single minute of it. It's quick and concise, doesn't bullshit around and I like how it's artistically-made so people will still find enjoyment from being blasted about the history of bitcoin. If I could rate it I'd give it a solid 10/10. I reckon you might want to make this a full-time feature on your channel. Just make informative content about tech marvels and all that through artistic interpretation of how it works. You'd be big in the youtube scene.

Oh, and you also earned a subscriber. Amazing vid mate, hope to see more from you.

I think the initial time I viewed the complete video posted on the forum was quite captivating. It could greatly assist newcomers in swiftly grasping the concept of Bitcoin. The video was concise yet packed with detailed explanations. Bitcoin has often been underestimated, yet each time its potential becomes clear, people eagerly adopt it, causing the chart to turn green. Presently, Bitcoin seems poised for another bullish run; it just requires a catalyst to ignite it.

Wow I love how simplified you made the entire stuff, because it can even be understood by the deaf and I love how colorful you made the whole presentation and I must commend you.
And these are one of the ways I think Bitcoin  shoukd be Introduced and over the time, ive noticed that some persons that introduce bitcoin  to others make it seem like without their prospects investing at a certain period of time, they might miss out which is very wrong.
And I want to advice that people shoukd take things very easy with these newcomers as there are more they should learn outside investing.

Hey man I loved the video. It is definitely for the newbies and peeps who have not really been into Bitcoin since the beginning. They can understand it in the most funny way and just like you said it is not at all boring. You got it storied and portrayed very nicely for anyone to understand this. Guess what it can also be shown to kids these days and they would start talking about this new cartoon in no time. Hope so you will take this to the next level and keep up this episode-based show. Imagine you might get popular someday in the Bitcoin world. 

I am not sure how but is this drawn on actual paper and there was a trick of video camera and various angles? I mean I am impressed by the way it is shown and feels like real animation somehow. Did you do it often or you just thought it would look like better this way?

This video initiative is arguably good and it arouses the interest of anyone wanting to venture into cryptocurrencies and BTC in particular and has been looking for a way to feed the interest.

Another concern would be how to effectively deliver this piece you have created to the right audience who need it.
While you mainly highlighted the price stance so far, it is quite important to newbies that at least some sort of healthy video exist that proves that it is a project that would last into the future.
Nice job OP, this confirms that the mind of a creative person is indeed a fertile land for growth.

Absolutely creative! Crafting videos containing educational content but wrapped in an enjoyable package can effortlessly fend off the tedium that often accompanies learning. I'm pretty confident that such videos hold their own market and resonate with those who prefer a more laid-back approach.

In the future, we might even witness channels dedicated to unraveling the functionalities and utilities of Bitcoin. After all, everyone is naturally intrigued to discover the array of possibilities BTC unlocks once it resides snugly in one's wallet.

The more alluring its utilities become, the more captivating Bitcoin's trajectory promises to be.

Admirable! At first I was thinking it's a regular video which shows the price history, but then I saw the roller coaster, the paintings, the room. Really cool, I would want to be there right now. 

On the contrary, I think concerning people on their lack of knowledge on how modern money works, is the source of interest. When someone asks me what's the point of bitcoin, I don't just start with 21m, censorship resistance and privacy. I respond back with a question - "Have you ever thought how modern money works?", and then I go with "Who's allowed to increase how much money there is?". And it has turned out, worryingly often, that they think the printing must happen if there are enough gold reserves.

No joking. Go out and verify my claim. There are lots of people out there who think money is still pegged to gold, and that central banks can't just create money out of thin air.

Very nice video, although the video only focuses on the price history of bitcoin and the fear and adoption that created these phases, but I really enjoyed my short fun bitcoin journey, the video editing is beautiful and much appreciated.

The story took me back to my journey when I saw Bitcoin for the first time it was around 300$ and then after a short while it jumped to 1000$ and that's when my real interest in Bitcoin started.

The video is good, but the focus should not be on the history of Bitcoin in terms of price only. I wish the unique features of Bitcoin were explained at the beginning of the video and explained how it works in a simple way, and then presented the stages it went through.

That's a the most wonderful video I have seen and I really appreciate the artist. But how can you proof that its you who made that video. Not trying to discourage your or disrespect you because if you are the real artist then I am doomed so all I am asking gently is you must have proof that the video belong to you. Like you could put your username in the description of the video at least.

Besides all skepticism I am really amazed to sees the art work first I thought it is 2D on paper then when things started to go in 3D I thought these might be next level animation but at the end I came to realized you have done all the work on walls. I means that's some next level art you have shown here.

But, still teaching newbie about BTC need more than this video. I will try to share the video in my circle and will see how many newbies came to get idea about it and what questions arise in the there mind after seeing the video.

Very interesting video about the price movement of bitcoin from 2009 to this year. At least this video will encourage newbies for them to understand that bitcoin is worth investing in and nothing can stop the price of bitcoin to keep on increasing with every four years circle. I live the art work and the pictures are very colorful.

You must have taken a lot of time to create the art work. You should go to the service board for some art contest by Roobet and try your luck over there with your skill. I never got bored watching the video and I watched it twice.
Thanks OP.

It's a great initiative, and it is not devoid of creativity and uniqueness, but I don't think it's the best idea to introduce Bitcoin to newcomers. Merely focusing on the price movement since the inception of Bitcoin 13 years ago will not provide a clear picture of what it is. I mean, the idea of ​​creating Bitcoin and the significance of its launch cannot be limited to studying the price. Even the price fluctuations have many interpretations that are subject to many interpretations.
In my opinion, the best methods are those that seek to simplify the idea of Bitcoin for children, and it would be good if they were in the form of animated images to facilitate the smooth understanding of the idea. In a simpler sense, it is to introduce Bitcoin to newcomers as if they were children.