NEW to DaVinci Resolve? Color Grading - Tutorial

HOW TO GET STARTED with the Color Page in DaVinci Resolve for those that have NEVER used it. I’m a UK based broadcast colorist using DaVinci Resolve for over 14 years - I've graded for BBC, Amazon, ITV, C4 amongst many. This doesn't go too deep...just keeps it simple and easy to follow!
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02:33 The Interface
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11:03 Effects and OFX for Resolve
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[@mossgatherer_]

No exaggeration Darren, that walkthrough video changed everything for me. I never found that type of intro with Premiere, so I had a hacky utilitarian knowledge. Starting fresh with DVR via your video was a totally different experience. Thank you so much!

[@DarrenMostyn]

Appreciated. Thank you and good luck on your journey with resolve. You wont regret leaving premiere!

[@DFD1]

That's how the Color page should be explained to beginners! When I was starting with Davinci Resolve (and editing) last year, I was really intimidated by the Color tab. The term 'graded' seemed so pro and advanced that I didn't even want to think about that... But after about a month of learning and working on my first video, I gave it a go, watched some of your tutorials and... the Color Page is actually very well designed and when you grasp the basics, the grading is a LOT of fun and really powerfull finishing part of any edit. So to all my fellow Beginners > Don't be afraid! Watch some of Darren's tutorials and you'll be surprised how quickly you will be able to improve your videos.

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Hi Darren thanks for the great explanation of nodes and the basic tools I finally understand how they work

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This tutorial is amazing, thanks a lot Darren! So clear and detailed. It's like you anticipated my questions!? Thank you so much!!

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this is the BEST beginner color grading video ive seen! Love how it starts with a layout explanation, no jump right in, thank you!

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Good to hear from you Stanley! Hope you are well my friend. Look forward to the day we meet too...you were one of the first subscribers!!!

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Wow I’ve been watching so many color grading videos and getting so overwhelmed! This was so clear and eye opening for me thank you so much!!❤

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Glad it was helpful!

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Brilliant inflight to color grading.

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I appreciate that!

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Thanks Tony!!

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Amazingly clear and easy to follow. Many thanks! 🙂

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Glad it was helpful!

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I've watched a few videos on how to get started with grading in Davinci, but this is by far the most insightful and well-explained! Thank you Darren!

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Glad it was helpful!

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[@mustangproduction4]

Hi Darren, Such a beautiful explanation to work with the nodes. Thank you so much

[@DarrenMostyn]

You're very welcome!

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Excellent video. Efficient for a beginner to get familiar with the color page. Thank you for making this less intimidating!

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Amazing video, so valuable. Thank you!

[@DarrenMostyn]

Glad it was helpful!

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[@DarrenMostyn]

Many more beginners episodes planned along with the advanced stuff too...something for everyone. Use the playlists for best curation. kzbin.info/aero/PL6VNHhfsVYJawp385IIyLemQL_ZBzgN_5

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Thank you so much Darren! This walkthrough gave me the confidence to work in the color page. Great tutorial!!!

[@DarrenMostyn]

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You seem to be one of the credible and professional teachers out there. Waiting for your in depth color grading course from A to Z. Thank you !

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[@DarrenMostyn]

Thank you so much, appreciated! Good luck on your colour grading journey!! Darren

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Thank you for these beginner guides, sir. Would really love some episodes that explains the color page and the entire color grading workflow in depth🙏❤️

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[@DarrenMostyn]

Thanks Ben. Yes I got asked a lot. Will continue to mix between more advanced and beginners as plenty for everyone then!

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I just bought davinci and I'm already terrified especially the color page but your tutorial makes it look a little bit easier.... thank you Darren

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You can do it!

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I also like these eventhough it’s not new, there are small things like cleaning up the nodes that I didn’t know. I also use grab still to create thumbnails (from 1080). Happy easter🐥

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