From Start to Finish: Mastering Color Grading in DaVinci Resolve for a Full Scene

[@tigranmeliks]

This is THE video on color grading

[@iloo878]

i liked how you noticed that how many KZbinrs aren't showing so many details on their videos but one thing no one has ever did is sharing the footage they are working on so we as beginner can follow the process either ways the video is hundred percent helpful, thanks Dunna

[@dunnadidit]

Glad you found it helpful, I’ll keep that in mind for the future.

[@myuw91]

This is my go-to video whenever I'm on a hiatus and relearning color grading all over again. Thanks for making this video beginner-friendly!

[@DougDavis]

I would watch content like this all day long. This is the best resolve video I’ve seen regarding color grading.

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you!

[@TobiasWeberRSA]

At first, I thought this was just going to be another tutorial showing the same thing over and over again but man was I wrong. Thanks for this great in-depth tutorial. Learned some REALLY useful stuff that I will be applying every day!

[@dunnadidit]

You just made my day with this comment. It’s nice to know that my “vision” for the video is working!

[@eveharding9447]

Mr.Dunna.. I am a Vibrant Grandma on a steep learning curve. YOU, SIR, are the easiest teacher to listen to ! I have been in deep dive mode for many hours. You explain clearly with clarification on the little details where one could easily get totally lost! Please send me a link to your videos. I wouldn't want to miss one. My grand kids are waiting for my inspiration. I must get into production. I love this! Momma Eve

[@dunnadidit]

That’s so great to hear! The best way to make sure that you don’t miss any videos is to subscribe to the channel and hit the little bell button to make sure that you get all notifications. Then KZbin will let you know when I upload!

[@benjaminmagambo3849]

This should have been sold as a full course at not less than a 1,000 Euro.... I'm so grateful. May God bless you!

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks for saying that!

[@syahranferandi]

I’ve been searching for almost 3 month to learn davinci resolve and color grading thank god i found your YT. Moreover you explained it in easy way to understand and all of the question in my head are answered in this video. It’s really help me out! Thank you! God bless you!!

[@dunnadidit]

I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks so much!

[@hahalancer]

Yes!!!! This has been the video I was waiting for 2 years

[@dunnadidit]

Nice!!

[@TeipelFilms]

Finally someone that shows the actual process that a colorist has to go though when grading an entire scene! Most people on KZbin only put a nice grade on one single clip and call it a day.... I would suggest to get the look in place before balancing out the shots so you don't get to do everything twice if one of the shots fail to match with the desired look.

[@dunnadidit]

Glad to hear you liked it! I totally hear you on the look. I go back and forth on this. It's tough to get the look without a balanced shot but it's tough to do the balance without a look haha. Often now, I'll balance out one shot, create a look and apply to everything and then balance the rest underneath the look.

[@TeipelFilms]

@@dunnadidit yes that is how I do it most of the time also 👍🏻

[@gamesdean2271]

This guy is a good teacher.

[@dunnadidit]

This guy thanks you!

[@dougjones1639]

Excellent. This is EXACTLY what I was trying to teach myself today but not very well or complete. This is a fantastic end-to-end flow that I desperately needed. Now I’ll redo the work I did today to see what differences can be made. Simply awesome. Thank you!

[@MainsOnPointMedia]

This is legit the BEST explanation I've seen on DaVinci color grading

[@MonsterKidProductions]

This is hands down the most comprehensive all encompassing color grading tutorial I've watched. And I've watched a lot of them! Thank you !

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks for saying that!

[@drift_ah1518]

@@dunnadidit - therre are some buttons and features i didnt even know existed and i've used this program for years- someone said it- this is a true masterclass do one with vignettes and object tracking

[@mattfocused]

Man, I'm a beginner video editor, and when I say beginner I mean I haven't ever gotten further into it than cutting parts out and speeding up/slowing down video. Color grading has always been super intimidating to me because I had no understanding of it. I recently learned of DaVinci Resolve (previously used Premiere which is very busy and intimidating) and how it makes color grading more simple. This was such a killer video to watch and learn the basics of color grading. I've been shooting a lot lately with my new DJI Mini 3 Pro drone and the footage looks stunning after using your color grading tips and correcting the drone footage. Thank you for this tutorial, it's freaking amazing. I feel like my color grading knowledge went from 0-100 in 44 minutes.

[@dunnadidit]

So glad to hear that dude!

[@sanoopmenon9681]

One of the best editing tutorial video i can find in KZbin

[@juliatroendle]

I loooved this, now I’m 100% NOT intimidated by color grading anymore! Big fat thank you!!!

[@ninoydayritvideos]

watching this and absorbing by the heart! i will spend weeks rewatching this.

[@dunnadidit]

Nice!!

[@cynthiahanna2276]

This is pure gold. Not only do you explain things in an easy to understand way, but you also go into your thought process on why you do what you do in a useful step by step way. I can't thank you enough!

[@Taylor-qb1vk]

Incredible video. This is a master class that simplifies daunting concepts into digestible chunks which easily apply to many scenarios. Instant add to the favorites and will be re-watching many times! Thank you for taking the time to create this tutorial, Dunna!

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much for the kind words!!

[@theoconner6107]

Never shot video or anything but I have been wanting to get into it and decided to watch this video when I woke up this morning. Very Very well done!

[@AdityaDixit03]

Finally a great grading tutorial that I will be watching again again while practicing. I was so pissed that all the other tutorials calling it 'simple' and then proceed to make an ER diagram of 16 nodes.

[@cenksenci3075]

people already said what has to be told. but I’m going to say it again. that was the best explanation video I’ve ever seen on youtube. thanks man.

[@mikegustafson6679]

You seriously just changed my life, best grading tutorial I've seen, hands down.

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks!!

So wholesome! We are often very shy and don’t want to meet new people… but it could turn out so good!

[@mintpimedia]

I sat down expecting to find this video to be like every other color grading video. However, I watched all the way through because your process is so simple and easy to understand, but accomplishes a lot. I went back to my project after watching the video and was able to get the exact look I was going for using your tips. Thank you SO much!

[@torjusaanderaa3749]

woow, this must be the most wholesome color grading tutorial i have seen! so many just regurgitate the same basic rules of "make the scopes looke like this because that is correct" like you should follow that blindly, and not consider what you are actually looking at, and what you are matching it with and trying to achieve. even in the same scene, some clips will be of darker things or bluer things or something, so it always felt so naive to me to think the scopes should look the same. I have also had some understanding of the difference between color correction and grading, but this really showed a perfect practical example with the fast changing light during golden hour, and how to adjust for it and which parts of the scopes you should actually care about and not, and when to use your eyes and mind and creativity! 10/10! :D

[@geoffscott8928]

I've watched like 10 hours of videos on color grading. This is the one I was needing to find.

[@AndreSjoberg]

This has got to be the most informative video on this process I have seen in a looooong time - no «quick fixes» or «easy solutions», just solid advice on the whole process as a starting point, and then we have to put in the work ourselves, experiment and gain the knowledge and hands on experience to properly master this - Great video, thanks for taking the time to do this :D

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks for the kind words!!

[@DivinnysGR]

For someone who just own a7 M3, and also learning Davinci this video is gem 💎💎, thanks a lot !

[@daniel_izmerly]

Really want to thank you for this video. I've watched probably over 5 different tutorials on nodes and color grading up to this point, and couldn't rack my head around it. This was the first tutorial which actually made sense and it was really easy to follow. many thanks!

[@dunnadidit]

Great to hear!

[@aenapoeka]

This was the shortest 45 minutes I can remember, what a great blast of information and good flow of explaining.

[@monstadrummer1255]

This Tutorial is great because it just shows practical ways to color grade a clip. In most cases I don't want to grade one clip for half a hour, so thank you very much for this Tutorial!

[@dunnadidit]

Cheers! Glad it was helpful!

[@sharp_focus]

One of the best color grading tutorials I've seen for DaVinci Resolve!

[@dtbadventures]

First video I have seen where I actually understand color grading and its process. Many thanks 👍

[@breakpointmedia]

This is the BEST Resolve grading tutorial I've come across brother. Thank you.

[@alexpittsley]

first time shooting in s log. this video actually helped so much. even the simple adding a node which many tutorials didn’t explain how to do

[@SaneDecent]

When I started I have not been using S-log with my clips because of how dull it was and just color grade with what works. You convinced me to start shooting in S-logs and I am quite new to the color grading aspect of it, your videos really help out alot its easy to understand the process and is well detailed, Thank you.

[@andykinn]

I never usually bother commenting, but this is really such an excellent video. I'm almost totally new to this and could follow everything. The fact that you are taking the time to guide to where to click and navigate Davinci is so useful, thank you.

[@KarmicalTV]

watching after 1 year , all the other tutorials dont show what you have just shown. Best

[@nataly_nityapushtadasi]

Thanks for this video, now the puzzle of steps i've seen over the youtube before is put together. Appreciate a lot!

[@frankyjunior6005]

for a newbie to videography, this tutorial is so much helpful thank you

[@ZuniAli_Arshad]

This is by far the best color grading video i have ever seen . Thanks a ton. Love from India

[@stanislavshmakov3944]

Oh man, thank you so much! Having this end-to-end process walkthrough is simply priceless. So much to learn here!

[@rodrigovmartins]

That’s what I’m looking for. You really know how to explain in a simple way. God bless you and your family. Thanks for this 🙏

[@connordean]

Dude...thank you for making this video! I've spent days mostly learning things in small chunks watching a smattering of videos for different things, only to find out that I would have done things differently as soon as I learn more. Getting a proper baseline of a more linear process makes it much easier to conceptualize my project holistically. I also have a much better idea of what gaps in my knowledge I need to fill.

[@GrumpyGillsFishing]

This is by far the best tutorial I’ve found for color grading. Thank you so much for breaking it down for us rookies. ❤

[@KarolPlucinski]

after switching to davinci and exploring color tools a bit I am so happy I came across this video, helped me organise my knowledge and put it to work. THANK YOU!

[@andrewmason8691]

Easiest the best explanation of colour correction I have watched. Thank you so much.

[@PodzPlanet]

just subscribed. you are now my davinci resolve bible. i look forward to learn even more from you. probably the most productive 44 minutes i will ever spend in my life👌

[@UltimateHockeyFanCave]

a must watch for editors who have or are switching to davinci from premier, thank you, super helpful

[@dunnadidit]

Thanks!!

[@kiranaparadh4545]

Thank you for giving one complete illustration, learning a lot from you.😃😃

[@Henriquevideomaker]

Your job is amazing, man. It's exactly as you said, a lot of tutorials teaching using just one clip, or even using a photo. Greatings from Brazil. Obrigado!

[@mateolevak1411]

Man, I've been learning DaVinci for a couple of months, looking at tons of tutorials, and this is by far the best and most detailed one out there. Thank you!!!

[@francissosing]

you sir.. are a LEGEND for this one. Man thank you so much for what you do

[@brucewilliamsstudio4932]

Wow! You really nailed the process brother, I'm impressed. It has been a year since you posted this, but it truly is timeless. This is good I'm going to watch it again, plus bookmark it for future reference. I've always struggled with this part, but you have brought 'clarity' to the process. Great job!

[@cameronrodas5680]

SO WELL DONE. I'd been looking for a video like this. I really appreciate your detailed and clear explanations. You left me with no questions. Thank you thank you.

[@davinshi.visuals]

Content like is is why this is one of the best channels on KZbin, thank you!

[@focus9ne42]

Thank you for creating this video - I learned more here than I have watching any video in the past regarding color and thank you for the CTS tutorial!

[@thefunnytech4612]

Bro this the best video on colour grading that I have watched YET !!! Thanks for making it and make more video on colour grading and on Davinci resolve

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you so much!

[@robert99427]

Dude, this is brilliant! I was actually afraid of learning Davincii, but with your tutorial, I got rid of that set back. You are one of my favorite channels of all time. Keep it up. Much love from Romania!

[@robfigueroa]

I've been with Premier since 2018, I am surely moving to DR for color. This is exactly what I needed to know/understand to color my short film. Much thanks and you've gained a new follower.

[@TinaHikesColorado]

I'm just starting to color grade after using DaVinci for several months. This video was a great primer for understanding nodes and everything else. I'll be watching this several times! Thanks!

[@onestepcloserproduction]

I really appreciate this! It helped me on my most recent episode, and then I can see a huge difference with your tutorial! May God bless you and continue to grow you and everything that you do🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@lukaskeller1433]

Your Davinci tutorials are the best i've seen by far.🔥

[@tlotlisomabelane5025]

this tutorial was actually helpful and walked me through all the steps.

[@dalvinarts5761]

wow this is the first color grading video with so much depth that I wish I had before starting color grading in Resolve It's 44 min but I felt it was 15 min . powerful and handy technics i have learned . Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!.. Thank you!!!..

[@clementcomposer]

Along with your video on lift, gamma, and gain, this was *incredibly* helpful. I'm only shooting on my webcam and I'm amazed at how I could get a strong, natural, and dynamic image out of this process!

[@krishchandran4125]

This is a great tutorial. Simple and clear. You have great communication skills.

[@dunnadidit]

Thank you!!

[@panagiotistsiverdis]

I have seen so many videos with full workflow for Photoshop and Lightroom. It is a pleasant surprise to see one for Resolve. Full workflow is the key here. I think watching videos like this is the most efficient as far as learning goes. I would encourage you to make a video about your editing and cutting. I also really appreciated the explanations about the shortcuts. Thanks and kudos for this amazing video. Looking forward to more like this.

[@dunnadidit]

Great to hear that! Cheers!!

[@jayymorris5285]

To think I was out here just upping the saturation and messing with the contrast and shadows. I'm overwhelmed 😵‍💫😵‍💫 Also when you highlighted all of the clips, but then decided you didn't want all of then highlighted, how did you deselect clips??? - figured out that you have to hit Ctrl + click

[@jresin_photo]

Thanks! Just started to dip my toes into the ocean of Davinci and this explained a lot, awesome tutorial!

[@dmitrydidi]

oh man its defenitely sacred knowledge for beginners in filming as me. I really appreciated the way yo've explained: from beginning to the finish, sequencing, wrapping up all the details. s-log3 now doesn't look to be so scary. thank you so much !

[@VisualsByPratik]

Fantastic video 🤌🤌. This wasn't just another color grading tutorial but a proper real time process. Learned a lot from it.

[@963films]

Well, I just learned a ton - feels like a few hours of training packed into a shorter very well explained tutorial. Thank you!

[@ashovid8915]

One of the best color grading tutorial for the newcomers in DVR. You made it easy to digest the complex subject of coloring in resolve. Those who have come from Premiere pro, they will mostly benefitted by your explanations in a short time. Thanks a ton bro.

[@joshuawest3906]

This is the goated workflow, works great for me learning how to grade LOG footage!

[@dunnadidit]

Great to hear!

[@nathanmosqueda]

I did watch a lot of editing process in resolve so far yours is the best..

[@dunnadidit]

That’s so nice to hear!

[@xudong9891]

This is really good and in detail. I just need to watch and practice again and agin

[@dunnadidit]

Glad to hear it!

[@mhdisraa]

Yo thankyou so much for this tutorial finally i found the real tutorial about Colour Grading. After keeping figuring out many months how to colour grade because other video always keep showing the same tutorial without how to do it corectly. Thankyou so much Appricate your work!

[@ruchirsajwan]

I don’t even have davinci and I’m already feeling like an expert. Thanks!

[@dunnadidit]

Haha alright!

[@morxvincit]

For the last 6 months, i couldn't find a video on color correction and color grading... Amazing video and really glad that you explained everything keeping in mind about the beginners.... this will definitely helo me a lot moving forward.... Thanks a ton and keep up the great work you've been doing...

[@RambleandCurry]

A very details and one of the best video out in KZbin which explains the different aspects of Color Grading, the workflow management of color grading is so important and thanks for showing how different nodes are maintained, I am an armature and have recently started my Journey in editing and Da Vinci Resolve being a great tool is overwhelming at times as there are so many options and honestly you can get lost or overdo things using this powerful tool... Dunna you have very precisely explained all the points and this is beyond being helpful... Thank you so much

[@remsalvan]

i just started to learn color grading in Davinci Resolve and I think your way of color grading is the best way for me(not overwhelming way) hahaha. thanks for this!

[@DJ_Media]

Yes! More of this please! Amazing! As a newbie to DR, I'm curious as to why you do your Color Correct before bringing it into R709? Coming from Premiere I'd always bring it into the color space first before correcting. This is effectively what you did, but just wondering why you put the Cooler Correct node before the Color Space node?

[@paulgamble6903]

I'm new to Resolve and found it a bit overwhelming, but this is an awesome tutorial, and I have learnt a lot. Can't wait to have a go!

[@eveharding9447]

You echo my sentiments well.

[@emilviljanen992]

The best color grading tutorial! Really helpful and also easy to follow! Thank you!

[@etay589]

This is the best video I ever seen in my life. Thank you!!!

[@jeruelj]

I'm just now getting started in video editing. This is super helpful!

[@giovannidelorenzi3686]

Best color correction video on youtube. And that grease moment! thank you!

[@RobertoLopezFilmmaker]

Has anyone told you that you should create a color grading master class. I’ve dabbled in Resolve but I would definitely purchase an in depth comprehensive, how to color from beginning to end. Love your videos!

[@brindsbackpack]

This was very educational, thanks for taking the time to break it down. Now just to go out there and get the right shots to be able to try it myself!

[@uniqueurl]

Good god!!. Even premium courses don't have this much easy to follow structure. Being a non native English, it was a wonderful experience for me. I wish you the very best in your life and hoping for more creative and beginner friendly stuff ❤

[@ChaseFraser]

Just about to make the switch from Premiere to Resolve so this is perfect timing. Fantastic vid with a good walkthrough of the workflow!

[@framesbyhamza]

Man I don’t have words for this tutorial i am learning colour grading for more than 2 years and mann this was the whole some of that not whole more than that awesome man incredible knowledge ❤

[@dunnadidit]

Glad you liked the video!

[@kultainenleikkaus4027]

Best tutorial for beginner what I've seen so far👍👍. Thx man!

[@terencekam4993]

This was great! Just hopped on the Davinci train after finishing my last project in PP. Thanks for the great tutorial!

[@KC_Lane_Photography]

Thank You so much for this. As a total beginner it gave me the confidence I needed to get started, knowing where to start. Excellent explanations.

[@kriziadelacruz]

your vision is working i've been soo confuse with the other ones

[@kanwaljeetsingh3195]

I feel its me doing things ,you are good teacher i really appreciate it