Mastering the Artistry of Color Correction - Free Mini-Class
An Innovative Course by Natasha Leonnet

Mastering the Artistry of Color Correction & Blackmagic's Resolve

Mini Class
Class Intro

Introduction

Instructor: Natasha Leonnet

Dive into the art of color grading in this immersive mini class taught by Natasha Leonnet, where you’ll explore the foundational techniques that define exceptional color correction. This class reveals how mastering primary color corrections can transform your work, giving you the tools and confidence to craft images that are uniquely yours, all with a focus on practical steps and real world applications.

What This Mini Class Covers:

  • Understand the Power of Primary Color Correction Get a deep dive into why primary corrections are the foundation of every great grade and learn how to achieve cleaner images, better color separation, and balanced skin tones using your linear primaries.
  • Develop a Refined Color Vocabulary Learn how to describe and communicate color effectively to align creative visions with directors and cinematographers. This essential skill will help you navigate one of the most challenging aspects of color grading: clear artistic collaboration.
  • Elevate Your Perception of Color Practice a focused exercise, the “color diary,” designed to help you see and interpret subtle variations in hue, saturation, and luminance. This process lays the foundation for developing an artist’s eye for color.
  • Master Resolve’s Monitoring Tools Explore the histogram in DaVinci Resolve and learn how to use it to analyze contrast and exposure in both color and black and white. This practical knowledge will help you approach your grades with greater precision and intent.

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9:05
Lesson 01

Why Is Your Primary Color Correction the Key to a Successful Grade?

Discover why the primary grade is the most critical step. Learn how to achieve optimal color separation, balanced skin tones, and a three-dimensional pop using offset and linear primaries to establish your image's foundational look.

43:34
Lesson 02

An Efficient Use of Resolve’s Linear Primaries

Master DaVinci Resolve’s linear primaries (Gain, Gamma, and Lift). Learn why prioritizing Gain and Lift over Gamma can prevent your image from flattening, helping you maintain elegant contrast and perfect color separation.

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27:31
Lesson 03

Monitoring Continuity For Commercials

Achieve flawless continuity for commercial work. Discover how to effectively use the Image Wipe and Reference Sizing tools to ensure specific product colors and overall palettes match perfectly across different shots and lighting setups.

19:21
Lesson 04

How to Mitigate Skin Tones and Overall Saturation Using Your Simple Primaries

Learn why unnatural skin tones are often just a result of misaligned primaries. Discover how to adjust your Lift, Gamma, Gain, and overall density to naturally correct and enhance skin tones without relying on complex secondaries.

22:58
Lesson 05

An Introduction to The Color Diary

Develop your color vocabulary through a practical observation exercise. Learn how to accurately articulate subtle hues and use the histogram to understand how color contrast creates three-dimensional depth, even in flatly lit images.

Wrap Up

Conclusion

Final thoughts and next steps in your color grading journey.

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