Soulty's Yapping Corner

Second collaboration with nizima live

After the nizima LIVE team saw my post on X/Twitter, I’m thrilled to share that the nizima LIVE team has reached out to me again for another collaboration!

This time, I made an in-depth video about nizima LIVE’s Parameter feature! I talked about how to use the Parameter feature, how to fine-tune Live2D models, and how to create a stop-motion effect using the Parameter Feature.

Check out the video if you want to learn more about it. Thank you to nizima LIVE and Live2D Inc. for sponsoring this video!

In my X/Twitter post, I demonstrated how to give a Live2D model a stop-motion effect using nizima LIVE! I never expected it to gain so much attention, but I’m grateful for the opportunity it created. It allowed me to collaborate once again with the nizima LIVE team and Live2D Inc., and I’m truly honored to work alongside them.

Working on my second collaboration with nizima LIVE was an exciting challenge, especially when it came to editing the video.
This time around, I decided to do everything in DaVinci Resolve Studio, a big shift from my first project where I used Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro.

One of the biggest differences I noticed was speed. DaVinci Resolve Studio made the entire editing process much more efficient, from timeline adjustments to rendering. In many ways, it feels like Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro combined into one program.
I was also able to use DaVinci Resolve’s Fusion page, which, based on my experience, is the “After Effects” section of DaVinci. Working with Fusion Nodes was completely new to me, so I had to take some time to understand how they function.

Since this was my first time editing a long-form video entirely in DaVinci Resolve, I had to adapt to a new workflow, but I quickly realized how streamlined it was compared to my previous setup.

In the end, I’m really happy with how it turned out. It was a great opportunity to push my skills further, and I’m looking forward to seeing how this experience influences my future projects.

Health-Scare during a busy month

In mid-May, I noticed a lump on the right side of my neck. At the time, I was juggling commissions and editing the nizima LIVE video, making it one of the busiest periods of the month.
Discovering the lump in the middle of everything made me incredibly anxious, and I broke down in tears.

We had to leave town immediately to get it checked and ended up staying at a friend’s place for a day or two.
The doctor suspected it might be a viral infection, but since I wasn’t experiencing any other symptoms, they simply prescribed milk and vitamins. Definitely not what I expected!

I was advised to monitor the lump for a week and return for an ultrasound. Coincidentally, that week was also when I wrapped up the video and submitted it for approval, which thankfully got the green light.

When I went back for the ultrasound, the lump had completely disappeared.
The relief I felt was indescribable, and with the collaboration finished, I could finally shift my focus back to my commissions.
The uncertainty of it all weighed on me, knowing that it could have been something far more serious and even life-threatening. This experience was a reminder to take health concerns seriously and not ignore even the smallest signs.

Despite the stressful situation, the trip had some fun moments too. We got to spend time with friends and family, which helped take my mind off things. My partner, friends, and I went to the cinema to watch Thunderbolts*, which felt like a refreshing take from Marvel. We also checked out Fanfes at OneAyala Mall and got hooked on FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time. Even though it was a short trip, I’m really happy with how we made the most of it.

I truly appreciate all the well-wishes from family, friends, and everyone who checked in on me. Thank you all for your support!