Davinci Resolve 18 | Simple Blockbuster Look Tutorial Davinci Resolve 18 Blockbuster Look Tutorial! One of the most commonly used looks in cinema, it can be appealing and slightly annoying if not used correctly. There are many different ways to achieve this look, depending on factors such as budget, the film and wardrobe, how well the material is shot, and whether the look was planned during filming. I won’t be delving deep into the background of this, just know that there are tons of different ways of doing it. One thing I want to point out is that even high-end blockbuster films that have ..read more

Davinci Resolve 18.5 | Remote Monitoring Setup in 5 easy Steps Today, we’re going to explore the ins and outs of setting up remote monitoring in Davinci Resolve 18.5. This is an exciting new feature for Davinci Resolve and it’s a game-changer for me as a professional film colorist. I’ve always been a big advocate of using actual software monitoring and have never been a fan of relying on third-party plugins. Currently, setting up remote monitoring with Davinci Resolve or any other color grading software can be an expensive endeavor, sometimes even costing as much as a new SUV. That’s why it ..read more

Davinci Resolve VFX | Fusion VS NUKE Davinci Resolve VFX is a complicated topic. Recently thanks to Blackmagic Design, Fusion has joined Davinci Resolve Suit, allowing to complete integration between video editing, audio editing, visual effects in Fusion, and color grading finishing.  Everything sounds great on paper, however there are few things you need to know about Davinci Resolve VFX in Fusion. First of all, unfortunately, Fusion is not the most powerful VFX software on the market and doesn’t really have a strong reputation among visual artists. However, Fusion is extremely powerfu ..read more

Color Grading Video Color Grading Video using Davinci Resolve. In this Master Series Tutorial, I demonstrate some of the techniques of Color Grading Video inside Davinci Resolve.  Color grading is an essential part of the post-production process for any video project. It involves adjusting the colors and tones of a video to create a consistent and visually appealing look. One of the most popular software tools for color grading is Davinci Resolve, which offers a powerful set of tools for professional colorists. In this Master Series Tutorial, I demonstrate some of the most effective t ..read more

How to use Origami LUT’s for Blackmagic Gen 5 Color Science Development  Developing natural blackmagic gen 5 LUTs was a laborious process that took several months to complete. Throughout this development process, I went to numerous locations and collaborated with various models to ensure that I achieved the most authentic skin tone rendition possible for Blackmagic Design Gen 5. This involved an extensive and meticulous process of testing and refinement until I was satisfied that the resulting LUTs were of the highest quality and offered the most natural and accurate color grading possi ..read more

HDR10 Workflow with Davinci Resolve Color grading is an essential process in post-production that allows filmmakers and video editors to achieve the desired visual aesthetic for their footage. With the advent of High Dynamic Range (HDR) technologies such as HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, color grading has become even more crucial, as HDR displays can show a wider range of colors and contrast than traditional displays. In this article, we will discuss the color grading process for HDR10+ in Davinci Resolve, a professional color grading software. To color grade in HDR10+, you will need to ensure tha ..read more

How Do I apply LUT to My Entire Timeline? How Do I apply LUT to My Entire Timeline? As frustrating as it can be, the answer to this question is actually very simple! Once you created your timeline inside Davinci Resolve you have couple options. Method 1 Adjustment Layer Many people don’t know that Davinci Resolve has an adjustment layer you can use to apply the “global” effect to over the entire timeline. This method has its advantages as well as disadvantages! One of the main disadvantages of this method is that you apply a big chunk of material to the same settings and essentially don’t ..read more

Film Color Grading in Davinci Resolve A step by Step Guide Color grading is a critical step in the post-production process that can significantly affect the final look and feel of a film. Davinci Resolve is a powerful and professional color grading software that provides a wide range of tools for color correction and grading. Here are the steps you can follow to color grade a film in Davinci Resolve: The samples are courtesy of FindStory. Use coupon code ARAMK to get 20% off on every plan! Step 1: Organize Your Footage Import your footage into the media pool and organize it in ..read more