Color grading is one of the most important techniques for giving any video a professional touch and developing your own personal style. This helpful video tutorial features a cinematographer and colorist discussing a wide range of color grading techniques, theories, and examples and how you can apply them to your own work.
Coming to you from Indy Mogul, this great video discusses a wide range of ideas around color grading. Color grading is one of the best manners in which to add a personal identity to your work. Personally, I recommend taking time to watch a few of your favorite movies and carefully watch how the color grading augments the mood and enhances whatever message the film is trying to convey. Beyond just looking cinematic, these choices can have a huge impact on the way the viewer experiences the film. One important thing to remember is that it is very easy to go overboard with color grading, so be sure to use a light touch, then take a break to let your eyes rest and carefully evaluate the results after you are done. Check out the video above for the full rundown and give some of the ideas a try.