Abby Bader

Works fine here

Well, I see what you mean, but his focus class is on explaining concepts and grading workflow rather than walking through specific footage step-by-step. As long as the principles are clear, you don’t actually need the exact same footage to follow along. The goal is to understand the process so it can be applied to any context, not just to a particular set of frames. If you want step-by-step tutorials I recommend the DaVinci Resolve training, for examples the ones with Kevin to start out with.

Hi Julio. Typically, if a course requires footage, it’s included.

To improve separation, try dialing in the contrast on a black-and-white version of the shot. Additionally, look at subtracting color from objects far away etc to help get better separation.

The VFX department should verify that the delivered files match exactly what they received. Please note that full-range vs. legal-range color space differences can cause slight color shifts.

It's just a master file with the transform disabled, point is to future proof the archiving.

This course walk you through several alternatives, worth watching:

Excellent course Josh!

There are two files in the ZIP-folder, import the "DRX" into your still album and the node tree will be available to you.

Apply the transform first, then adjust exposure and balance in a prior node. Again, watch the pro training with Kevin to understand how to set up this workflow. If you already have, watch it again.

Apply the transform first, then adjust exposure and balance in a prior node. Again, watch the pro training with Kevin to understand how to set up this workflow. If you already have, watch it again.

People have different ways of working, I think it's about finding a workflow that you feel comfortable with. Personally I prefer to start with global exposure and balance prior to the transform and build from there if needed. Also, look into what color management (RCM/ACES) can do for you. It can take you to a nice place pretty quick.

People have different ways of working, I think it's about finding a workflow that you feel comfortable with. Personally I prefer to start with global exposure and balance prior to the transform and build from there if needed. Also, look into what color management (RCM/ACES) can do for you. It can take you to a nice place pretty quick.

Might be, but the point is that the curve of the transform should be the main component to decide where your corrections should fall on the tonal range. Applying corrections after the curve will have no component to decide where your colors will fall, how your highlights will bend etc. I can't stress enough to set up a good workflow. You will get better continuity between shots and scenes, and professional looking result. Watch the professional color grading training with Kevin to understand this concept better.

Might be, but the point is that the curve of the transform should be the main component to decide where your corrections should fall on the tonal range. Applying corrections after the curve will have no component to decide where your colors will fall, how your highlights will bend etc. I can't stress enough to set up a good workflow. You will get better continuity between shots and scenes, and professional looking result. Watch the professional color grading training with Kevin to understand this concept better.