
This is the framework I use every time I open DaVinci Resolve. It's simple, repeatable, and designed to help you understand why you're making each adjustment, not just what to do.
We'll personalize the learning path around your experience, goals, and the areas where you need the most improvement.
Already comfortable with the fundamentals?
We'll skip what you already know and focus on what will have the biggest impact on your grading.
You'll learn the exact thinking I use before I even start grading.
DaVinci Resolve Color Page
Color Management/DaVinci Wide Gamut
Node Trees
Scopes
Learn how I think about footage to create clean, natural-looking color before building a creative look.
Creating the Foundation
Color Casts & Washes
Ethereal Vs Clinical
Global Decisions
You'll learn how I think about shaping light, adding depth, guiding the viewer's attention, and creating more emotionally engaging images.
Directing Light and Attention
Tool Stacking
Minor Stylistic Adjustments
Soft and Gritty Textures
Go-to Effects
You'll learn how I approach look development to create clean, cinematic grades and develop a style that's uniquely yours.
Stylized Skin Tones
Split Toning For Mood
Look Development
Creating your own PowerGrade
Creating your custom LUTs
Finishing Your Grade
How can I use masking to create depth?
Why did you use HDR Wheels instead of Primaries?
Why does my grades texture still look off?
What would you do differently here?
Those are the exact questions we'll answer together.
I've helped thousands of creatives learn and improve their color grading. Now, I'll show you the exact workflow and techniques I use to create the color grades you've seen across my videos.
You'll also have my personal WhatsApp number throughout our time together, so you can reach out whenever you get stuck.
If it sounds like we'd be a good fit, I'd love to meet you!
Caleb