Written both for students and working professionals, this book walks readers step-by-step through the foundations of color grading for projects of any size, from music videos and commercials to full-length features.
In this clear, practical, and software-agnostic guide, author Charles Haine introduces readers to the technical and artistic side of color grading and color correction. Color Grading 101 balances technical chapters like color-matching, mastering, and compression with artistic chapters like contrast/affinity, aesthetic trends, and building a color plan. The book also includes more business-focused chapters detailing best practices and expert advice on working with clients, managing a team, working with VFX, and building a business. An accompanying eResource offers downloadable footage and project files to help readers work through the exercises and examples in the book.
This book serves as a perfect introduction for aspiring colorists as well as editors, cinematographers, and directors looking to familiarize themselves with the color grading process.
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- Authors:
- Haine, Charles (Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema, USA)
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Format:
- Paperback
- ISBN:
- 9780367140052
- Number of Pages:
- 222
- Publication Date:
- 21/10/2019
- Publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Year Published:
- 2019
- Place of Publication:
- London
- Illustrations Note:
- 137 Halftones, color
- Language:
- English
- Imprint:
- Routledge
- SKU:
- 9780367140052