Introduction to Video Color Correction

Explore the art, science, history, and execution of color correction, and find out solutions for the most common color-correction problems that editors encounter.

Introduction

• The art and science of video color correction
• Using the exercise files
• Which software does this course use?

1. A History of the Moving Image and Color

• Exploring early history of image and color
• Exploring recent history of image and color
• Exploring the history of color correction

2. Understanding Color Correction and Color Grading

• What is color correction and color grading?
• Exploring the color correction workflow
• Understanding color theory

3. Correcting Individual Shots

• Getting set up with video scopes and the right environment
• Correcting contrast
• Performing color balance
• Enhancing hue and saturation
• Using automatic color correction
• Exploring secondary color correction

4. Establishing Shot-to-Shot Consistency

• Getting set up to perform shot-to-shot corrections
• Applying color matches
• Sharing color correction effects

5. Create Style: Basic Color Correction Treatments

• Applying warm and cool treatments
• Applying a bleach bypass look
• Applying a sepia tone

6. Common Problems: Basic Color Correction Scenarios and Solutions

• Correcting underexposed video
• Correcting overexposed video
• Correcting color balance problems
• Tracking masks and keyframing corrections
• Using the video limiter effect for broadcast