Posts Tagged ‘color’
Quick Tip: Adjust the Color of Water in After Effects
Learn how to easily adjust the color tone of water in your footage using Adobe After Effects. Includes free project file!
Understanding Tonal Values and the Importance of Contrast
Tonal values are essential for communicating depth and points of interest in film and video. But many filmmakers think about contrast when it’s too late.
Why Do Filmmakers Color Grade Moonlight to Be Blue?
The moon is quite clearly one color, yet filmmakers consistently color its light differently. Find out why, and decide if you should, too.
Color, Black and White, or Hyperreal?
Some projects look best in color. Some are better in black and white. But what if you need something more?
The Basic Properties of Color
Color is one of the most important tools you have in your kit. Do you understand the best ways to use it? Here are the basics.
5 Ways to Nail the Sci-Fi Look
Science Fiction is one of the most popular independent genres at the moment, but many filmmakers struggle to capture the right aesthetic on camera. Here are some …
Create Quick and Easy Vignettes in Premiere Pro
Use the effect masking tools to easily create quick vignette effects in Premiere Pro!
5 Reasons to Get a Color Grading Control Surface
A color grading control surface is an essential piece of gear for professional color correction. Here are five good reasons why.
Key Workflow Tips For A Smooth Color Grading Process
With an abundance of color software options more and more filmmakers, DPs, and editors are able to properly color their footage without breaking the bank.
Dissecting the Hipster Look
Learn what makes up a ‘hipster-style’ color grade in the following post.
Does White Balancing Matter Anymore?
We take a look at the importance, or should we say unimportance of white-balancing in a digital world.
Selective Color Masks in FCPX
In this video tutorial by MacBreak Studio, Steve and Mark show us how to create selective color masks in FCPX.