Davinci Resolve Colour Grading

DaVinci Resolve Colour Grading Workshop Overview

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This intensive 4-hour workshop, led by award-winning filmmaker and colourist Daniel Alexander, will provide a comprehensive introduction to colour grading in DaVinci Resolve. Participants will gain valuable insights into professional workflows and techniques used in the industry today, taking them from beginner to advanced level understanding of both the programme and colour grading in general.

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Workshop Structure

The session will be primarily demonstration-based, with Daniel showcasing various methods and techniques. Attendees are welcome to bring laptops to follow along or experiment in real-time. The workshop will also cover advanced special effects and colour manipulation techniques, as well as broadcast requirements for television and cinema.

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Key Topics Covered

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Setting Up DaVinci Resolve
Learn how to configure DaVinci Resolve for consistent and accurate results, ensuring your projects start on the right foot.Colour Space Management
Master the use of Colour Space Transform tools to effectively manage different colour spaces and achieve precise colour reproduction.

 

Essential Grading Techniques
Explore popular colour grading trends and techniques used in professional productions, including:

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• Primary and secondary colour corrections

• Working with curves and colour wheels

• Balancing shots for consistency

• Utilising DaVinci’s built-in tools such as the Film Look Creator, masks, tracking, and more

 

Noise Reduction
Discover methods for dealing with noisy footage to improve image quality without sacrificing detail.

 

Node-Based Workflows
Gain a thorough understanding of nodes and how to leverage them for complex grading tasks.

 

Effects and LUTs
Learn to apply and customise popular effects and LUTs to enhance your projects.

 

Achieving Specific Looks
Develop skills to create various styles, including:

• Commercial looks

• Cinematic grades

• Corporate video aesthetics

 

Working with Different Footage Types
Understand how to approach grading for various formats and codecs, including LOG footage and RAW files.

 

Export and Delivery
Master the export process to ensure your final product maintains its intended look across different viewing devices.

 

Calibration and Environment
Learn the importance of proper monitor calibration and optimal viewing environments for accurate colour grading.

 

DaVinci Resolve Fundamentals
Gain a general understanding of DaVinci Resolve's interface, tools, and workflows to enhance your overall efficiency.

 

Advanced Special Effects and Colour Manipulation
Explore cutting-edge techniques for creating stunning visual effects and advanced colour manipulations.

 

Broadcast Requirements
Understand the technical specifications and colour standards required for television and cinema delivery.

 

This workshop promises to equip participants with a solid foundation in colour grading using DaVinci Resolve, providing both technical knowledge and creative insights from an industry professional. By the end of the session, attendees will have progressed from beginner to advanced level understanding of both DaVinci Resolve and colour grading principles.

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THE PROCESS

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1. Begin by clicking the "Book Now"  button above, This will take you to a page where you can choose the date and time for your session. Once confirmed, you will be able to pay in full or instalments using Klarna. 

2. Upon confirmation of received payment, you will receive a confirmation of your booking and a further email closer to the time of your session with further programme details. 

3. Finally, attend your session and enjoy the experience.

 

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