Discover the secrets of cinematic color grading and elevate your filmmaking skills with our exclusive course. Delve deep into the history of color manipulation and master the art of creating breathtaking visuals that captivate your audience. Unlock the full potential of digital images and create your own iconic cinematic looks.
About
Our comprehensive course sets itself apart by focusing on the foundations of color grading, derived from 70 years of analog format experience. We demystify the color grading process and equip you with the knowledge to create stunning visuals without relying on off-the-shelf LUTs or filters. Learn the psychological impact of color on viewers and understand how to recreate the building blocks of a cinematic look using digital emulation technology. This course is compatible with Davinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, and Apple’s FCP users, making cinematic color more accessible than ever before.
What you will learn
MODULE 1
How Film Works
How images are formed on film
Film Image Characteristic
ECN Film Negative Processing
KODAK 2383 Film Print
How Film Works
Book CourseMODULE 2
Elements and building blocks of Cinematic Looks
Image body, color palette and DNA of the look
Image finish and the invisible touch
Elements and building blocks of Cinematic Looks
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Film Emulation Process and techniques
Wide Gamut and Dynamic range processing
Contrast Control
Film Negative and Film Print
The true subtractive color
Post Processing techniques
Film Emulation Process and techniques
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Practical Look Development
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Practical Look Development
Book CourseHOW YOU WILL TRAIN
Live Remote Classroom
Live remote classroom lesson that gets recorded in case you can’t attend.
Pre-Recorded Tutorials
Deep Dives, Software Training, Film Theory Studies at your own pace.
Self Study
Implementing new techniques following pre-recorded tutorials.
Practical Assignments
Design and submit four practical assignments.
Forums
Discuss, meet and share with fellow colorists from around the world.
Live Q&A
Live Questions and Answers and discussions of Student Assignments.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE
This course is designed for filmmakers, editors, and colorists eager to advance their skills and create their own unique cinematic looks. Compatible with Davinci Resolve, Premiere, and Final Cut users, this course includes a 6-month license for Look Designer, a plugin used by over 500 of the world’s top post-production companies.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Hey!
I Am Dado VALENTIC
Over the course of 20 years working as a colorist, color scientist, researcher, and lecturer, I contributed to the creation of many award-winning films and tv shows. I helped build careers of almost 10,000 professionals who have attended my training courses or lectures. In the constantly changing field of color grading and picture post-production, my mission is to provide individuals and businesses with the skills, latest tech and know-how to drive efficiency, speed, and creativity while delivering always better image quality.
To Register for the Course
Please select from one of two options
Masterclass
$199
single payment
One weeks cohort training program. Work in a group mentored by a master colorist.
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2 Live Stream Classrooms
Tuesday and Friday at 10am PST
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4 Module Training
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4 Practical Assignments
Look Development assignments
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Certificate
Level 1 Certificate
Summer Pass
$750
single payment or $250/mo with 3 month payment program
Six months training program with six Masterclasses and three Seminars in value of more than $2600
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Fundamentals of Digital Color Processing
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Color Grading in Theory and Practice
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Commercials Masterclass
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Feature Film Masterclass
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HDR Masterclass
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Look Design Masterclass
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Summer Look Academy 2023
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GET discounts on software

Colourlab Ai

Look Designer

Grainlab

Lattice

Artgrid and Artlist

Nobe Omniscope
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FAQ
What is cohort training program
This is a type. of training program where you work in a group to pre-defined schedule. We have found this to be the most effective way of learning.
I am not able to attend live stream classrooms, can watch it later?
If you are not able to attend live sessions, you are going to be able to watch recording later. A few hours after the live session has finished, we will upload recording that you can watch anytime it suits you.
How long will I have access to class materials?
This class is going to be available for the lifetime it will not expire. You will be able to login into your account, click on seminar title and rewatch it any time you like.
Do I need to be a member to attend?
You don't need any specific membership. The moment you enrol into this seminar you will automatically become a member of our professional colorist community.
Will I be able to ask questions if something is not clear?
Yes, this is a fully interactive masterclass and you will be able to ask questions and get answers via chat or by unmuting your microphone when prompted by seminar coordinator.
How can I interact with other attendees or ask questions at later stage?
After you join, you will receive a pdf with instructions on how to join our Discord community, where you will be able to communicate with other members.
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