Colorist Derek Johnson breaks down the settings of DaVinci Resolve so you can optimize your project for success.

Hardware: Part 2

Derek explores the hardware components of your computer setup and provides key insights on how to optimize it for the best results.

Shortcuts: Part 3

Derek breaks down his color panel, keyboard, and mouse setup. He then switches lanes and reveals shortcuts to speed up your process.

Optimize Media: Part 4

Learn how to manage and create Optimized Media, use Smart Bins to organize footage, and read render status displays in DaVinci Resolve.

Scene Cut Detection: Part 5

Take a deep dive into DaVinci Resolve to learn the ins and outs of scene cut detection, when and why to use it, and how to check for errors.

Speed Coloring: Part 6

Learn essential techniques he employs to work quickly; duplicating nodes, grouping shots, and

Master Colorist David Cole was a Lead Digital Colorist on Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring, Dune, The Batman, Dune 2, and more!

Color Correcting: "The Blacks"

12 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist David Cole, written breakdowns, English Subtitles, etc.

Color Correcting: "The Mids & Highlights"

13 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist Dave Cole, written breakdowns, English Subtitles, etc.

Color Correcting: "Power Windows"

16 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist Dave Cole, written breakdowns, English Subtitles, etc.

Color Correcting: "Luminance Keys & Skin Fusion"

11 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist David Cole, written breakdowns, English Subtitles, etc.

Color Correcting: "Post Filtering Effects"

15 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist Dave Cole, written breakdowns, English Subtitles, etc.

Color Correcting: " Camera Shake & Post Light Shaping"

9.5 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist David Cole, written breakdowns, English Subtitles, etc.

Color Correcting: "Post Lens De-Tuning & Vintage Glass Effects"

12 minutes of instructional video with Master Colorist David Cole, written breakdowns, Englis

Master Colorist Dave Cole explains the theory behind working with lookup tables (LUTs) along with describing key terms you should know.

LUT Toolset: Part 2

Master Colorist Dave Cole covers the basics of creating a LUT while also noting what he looks for as he guides you through his process.

LUT Consistency: Part 3

Master Colorist Dave Cole reveals his process of how to get the most out of your lookup table from conception to testing and collaboration.

Building a LUT: Part 4

Master Colorist Dave Cole takes you through the process of how to build and create a lookup table (LUT).

Digital Exposure with Negatives: Part 5

Master Colorist Dave Cole breaks down essential key terms relating to exposure and how to work with grain levels and achieve accurate colors

Noise Reduction: Part 6

Dave Cole reveals how to work with noise reduction by comparing noise and grain levels.

Module 4 — Let's Start to Color

Continuity, Shapes & Polishing Fundamentals: Part 2

Master Colorist David Cole guides you through the Color Grading Pyramid, focusing on the continuity grade.

Color Balance & Skin Tones: Part 3

Master Colorist David Cole reveals the steps of how to color balance a scene, starting with simple tools.

Create Mood & Manicure Image to Support the Story: Part 4

Master Colorist David Cole demonstrates how to color balance an exterior shot and how to move objects, track with shapes, and more.

Shapes, Tracking & Keyframe Animation: Part 5

Master Colorist David Cole picks up after the color balance and displays how to finesse interior shots.

Shift & Enhancement with Keys & Shapes: Part 6

Master Colorist David Cole demonstrates how to make an image more interesting and beautiful with color separation.

Color Separation with Curves & Tones: Part 7

Master Colorist David Cole highlights color contrast to enhance color separation using

 

 

Module 5 - Advanced Color Grading Techniques

Mastering Efficiency in the Color Suite | Part 1

Speed up your grading, improve communication & focus on creativity by mastering shortcuts, node structures & efficient workspace setup.

Cosmetic Fixes in Color Grading | Part 2

Perform subtle cosmetic fixes in color grading, removing blemishes and reducing under-eye circles, using tracking, node sizing, and grain.

Object Removal & Advanced Tracking | Part 3

Master the art of removing unwanted objects and utilizing advanced tracking techniques in color grading while streamlining your workflow.

Tackling Dead Pixels & Flicker Removal | Part 4

David Cole guides you through automated and manual solutions for achieving pristine visuals in the digital filmmaking landscape.

Sharpening Out-of-Focus Footage | Part 5

Master Colorist David Cole guides you through sharpening tools, masking, and tracking to achieve natural-looking results.

Seasonal Color Transformations | Part 6

Learn how to manipulate hues, tones, and textures to create captivating visuals that

 

 

 

Module 6 — Coaching Color Sessions

Spotlight Group Coaching Call | Colorist Dave Cole

Join Master Colorist Dave Cole for a Spotlight Group Coaching Session where he dives deep

 

 

Module 7 — COLLECT YOUR CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Career Path Outro

You've taken a significant step forward in honing your craft and expanding your knowledge in the

 

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