3 Day Color Grading Challenge
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Welcome to the 3-Day Color Grading Challenge!
Course Starts on April 1 at 10:00 am PST
Hey there, and welcome!
This is the first—and most important—step on your journey to learning color grading, and I’m thrilled to have you here. Over the next three days, you’ll gain skills that will completely transform the way your videos look and feel.
This page contains all the essential information you need to prepare for the course and get the most out of your experience.
✅ Course Prerequisites
To participate, you’ll need:
🖥️ A Mac or Windows computer
• Mac: macOS 13 or later
• Windows: Windows 10 or 11
• Display resolution: Minimum 1920 x 1080
• If you’re using a smaller Mac display, go to your display settings and choose “More Space” to enable better visibility in the software.
🖥️ A second screen (recommended)
This can be a second monitor or a second computer.
You’ll use one screen to follow the livestream and another to work in DaVinci Resolve and ColorLab AI.
🛠️ Software Setup
We’ll provide step-by-step installation instructions below (including a downloadable PDF). Here’s what you need to install:
1. DaVinci Resolve (Free)
• Download from the official Blackmagic Design website
• Compatible versions: 18 and 19
• Already installed? Great! Just make sure it launches correctly.
2. ColorLab AI – Learner Edition
• You’ll get access to a special 30-day training license of ColorLab Creator for DaVinci Resolve.
• This version is exclusive to the challenge and fully functional.
💻 Zoom Setup + Participation Guidelines
Install Zoom if you haven’t already. Please use your real name when joining the sessions.
We encourage everyone to keep cameras on to create that true classroom vibe.
To ask questions during the session:
• Type an ❌ in the chat to raise your hand
• Or simply post your question directly in the chat
• Dado will call on you to unmute
• Luis (your assistant instructor) will also be in the chat answering questions
📁 Media & Class Files
• Day 1: Mainly theory and software interface. You’ll download just one test file (linked in the class section).
• Day 2: Practical training begins. You’ll download a bit more media for color grading practice.
• Day 3: We’ll work with real-world footage including drone shots, interviews, and more.
🆘 Technical Support
If anything doesn’t work on Day 1, don’t panic. We’ve got you.
• You’ll receive a dedicated support email address for help
• Plus a self-help link with troubleshooting resources
🎨 Post-Classroom: Keep the Learning Going
Join our Art of Color Discord Channel to connect with fellow students, ask questions, share your work, and stay inspired.
Again, welcome to the challenge. I can’t wait to guide you through this journey and show you what’s truly possible with AI-powered color grading.
See you in class!
— Dado Valentic
