In this three-day course, you'll get a thorough overview of the interface, tools, features, and production flow for DaVinci Resolve. The course is an ideal combination of instructor-led demonstration and hands-on practice to introduce you to DaVinci Resolve software, a revolutionary 64-bit Color Correction application. This class will teach students how to view the world of color correction from the perspective of a colorist. Students will learn the foundations of contrast and color balance and quickly begin to explore that many professional features Resolve has to offer in the post production workflow. Students will understand how to balance, create continuity and develop styles and looks which bring mood and tone to moving images and the storyline.
Who Should Attend
Anyone who'd like to become familiar with Davinci Resolve software and its use in post production.
Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:
Knowledge of OS X and basic computer navigation
Basic design/drafting procedures and terminology
Course Outline
Note: The curricula below comprise activities typically covered in a class at this skill level. The instructor may, at his/her discretion, adjust the lesson plan to meet the needs of the class.
Part 1: Color Correcting a DaVinci Resolve Timeline
- Lesson 1: Balancing Footage
- Lesson 2: Creating Color Continuity
- Lesson 3: Correcting and Enhancing Isolated Areas
Part 2: Managing Nodes and Grades
- Lesson 4: Conforming from and XML Timeline
- Lesson 5: Mastering the Node Pipeline
- Lesson 6: Managing Grades Across Clips and Timelines
Part 3: Optimizing the Grading Workflow
- Lesson 7: Adjusting Image Properties
- Lesson 8: Using Groups in the Grading Workflow
- Lesson 9: Setting up RAW Projects
- Lesson 10: Delivering Projects
Note:
- This online training is not available in New York.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.