Color Correction and Grading

This is a practice based workshop class designed
to introduce students to the manipulation of
color in digital video. We will approach color
correction and grading in through hands on
experience with the understanding that the
concepts behind the theory and technology of
color are most useful and comprehensible through
their application in filmmaking. Primarily using
the tools in DaVinci Resolve, and with reference
to cinematic examples, we will explore technical
and theoretical fundamentals, differences between
color correction and color grading, working with
documentary and narrative, video and film, live
action and animation, and explore common and
advanced problems, considerations, and techniques
in the color process. This course will include a
variety of short assignments and two longer color
grading projects. No prior experience
with DaVinci Resolve is necessary, however
students must already know the fundamentals of
editing and cinematography. Additional seats are
available on class sign up day.


Each student will require an external harddrive -
recommended with a speed of 7200RPM (or SSD) and
at least 1TB (~$70-$200).