The Bounceloop blog
Notes on making satisfying loops, and an honest look at publishing them.
· 2 min read
Why “oddly satisfying” videos work
Prediction, pattern and payoff: a look at why watching a ball bounce in time with a melody can feel so good.
· 2 min read
How money works on short-form platforms, with honest expectations
A plain explanation of how creators can earn from short videos, and why most people should plan for slow, uncertain results.
· 2 min read
Seven tips for keeping viewers watching a short loop
Retention is mostly about the first seconds and the last. These tips apply to bouncing-ball loops and most other short, visual videos.
· 3 min read
How to make a bouncing-ball video, start to finish
A practical walkthrough of building a satisfying bouncing-ball loop, from choosing a setup to exporting a vertical clip.