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WELCOME TO THE ARTISTRY OF COLOR CORRECTION AND BLACKMAGIC'S RESOLVE MINI CLASS!

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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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Lesson 1: Introduction

Lesson 2: Why Is Your Primary Color Correction the Key to a Successful Grade?

Lesson 3: An Efficient Use of Resolve’s Linear Primaries

Lesson 4: Monitoring Continuity For Commercials

Lesson 5: How to Mitigate Skin Tones and Overall Saturation Using Your Simple Primaries

Lesson 6: An Introduction to The Color Diary

Lesson 7: Conclusion

Learn more about the full color grading course!

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Five people sit side by side on a bench inside a subway train, highlighted by striking tones reminiscent of a color grading course. The film title “Rental Family” and credits are shown below them.
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Lesson 5: How to Mitigate Skin Tones and Overall Saturation Using Your Simple Primaries

Lesson 6: An Introduction to The Color Diary

Lesson 7: Conclusion

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