Understanding Color (without all the theory)

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Color Grading - www.dehancer.com - get 10% off Dehancer using ROBELLIS at checkout www.patreon.com/robelliscinematography - support me on Patreon for early, extended, ad-free KZbin videos Crafting an image with color doesn't always have to be based around complicated theory and color combinations; how you feel about a certain color, how your character feels about a certain color, or simply your own intuition toward using a certain color, may play a more important role in telling the story - and, in tandem, creating the intended feeling for the image. Using color with these feelings in mind can form a base, which can be built upon using more complicated theory - and with a base to work from, the generally accepted ideas, combinations and theory around color, can feel much less intimidating. This is just one aspect of what can contribute toward a cinematic feeling - check out the other episodes in the Lighting for Cinema A - Z series to learn more about what makes cinema feel a certain way: kzbin.info/aero/PL_dDUxn1Y2e1SJ_Q2H96godCiNSCFvIqI&si=drpJ9zgsYfRRyFOJ

[@chepilevski]

As a content creator, I can get lost in your videos for hours and get inspiration 💪 Your lighting tutorials are second to none but your acting and music choices really makes the difference! Thanks for your great work Rob 🤛

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

I try to balance being true to the creative process but also explaining things clearly enough, so if people are learning AND being inspired then I’m very happy with that!! Thank you so much for your kind words :)

[@jacques_crafford]

How good is that intro!? Well done Rob, I really admire your style and skill. You deserve so much more... come on Algorithm bless this video!!!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much for your kind words Jacques! It’s always a little disheartening when a video you work hard on doesn’t get as many people watching as you’d like - but if I got stuck on those thoughts, I’d have to stop making videos how I want to make them - and that would be way more disheartening haha! Saying that I massively appreciate any call to the almighty algorithm to bless my work - so thank you man!! 😁

[@jacques_crafford]

@@RobEllisCinematographer you're welcome bro, I know exactly what you mean! You've managed to stay truly authentic and I can honestly say that you stand out in a space full populated with carbon copies and trend chasers. I have a feeling it's going to pay off in the future!

[@manishpathakhere]

1minute into it!! And can confidently say: This is more than a Masterpiece ✨✨🔥

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

You are too kind, thank you so much! Happy you enjoyed it!

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Your videos always feels like a David Attenborough documentary. Very immersive and high quality. I wish your channel grows to a larger audience

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Babe Rob Ellis dropped a video! Wake up ! Lol

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Truly! One of the best YT channels out there 🎉🎉🎉

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Haha I hope you enjoy it! :)

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@rufaiajala too kind! Hope you enjoy this one!

[@iComplainer]

Unzips 🧴

[@adrianstanciu]

This was on another level, you did a fantastic job. Thank you.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you Adrian! I worked pretty hard on this one - super happy you enjoyed it!

[@NEVERAGAIN007]

Rob brother. You have done it again. Fantastic video. Looks like a movie. The car shot was 🔥 lit!!!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Your kind words are always appreciated and I’m glad you’re still enjoying the videos! Thank you so much!

[@alexantonyp.g5125]

Yes can you breakdown this scene please

[@Bo_Hazem]

Another masterpeice from the King of Light. Can't get enough of these! Hope you and your family the best!🎉

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thanks Bo, happy you enjoyed this one - always appreciate your kind words :) back at you, hope you’re all good!!

[@akshitasharma1735]

Words cannot explain how much I learn from your videos!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

So happy to hear it and I hope you can continue to learn from them going forward - thank you so much! :)

[@riskybiscutz]

I’d buy the Cinema A-Z Book in a heartbeat. Thanks again for all your wonderful examples and breakdowns Rob!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Always appreciate your kind words! Maybe a book will be on the cards one day - but I hope you can continue to enjoy/find my videos useful in the meantime! Thank you so much! ☺️

[@Kareem_Essam]

Apart from the great and Inspiring Cinematography, your sound design and choices of music is really great , I can watch this for hours and never get bored

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much Kareem! Super happy to hear it and I appreciate it massively :)

[@orinorio1]

What makes this channel so good is is the fact Rob shows what he is doing instead of just sitting in front of a camera talking about it. Your seeing how he is using what he is talking about to create. KZbin is filled with talking heads just doing a video so they can hear the sound of there own voice and needed to do one. Colour plays a huge part in life. Signs, adverts all have a set Colour to get the mind thinking what they want.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much! I do try to go the extra mile to ensure something can always be learned or taken away from the video topic. I wouldn't discount talking head videos though - it can be an engaging way to discuss something and saves on edit time. I'm actually going to put a few of these out soon to fill gaps between the main videos, although I will always strive to make any video I create useful and not just fluff. I appreciate your kind words massively, thank you!! :)

[@orinorio1]

@@RobEllisCinematographer I don't mind talking heads as some times it's needed. Your videos offer lots of information and look forward what you have coming up.

[@staticvideo]

Dude, how is every video a masterclass man? This one was long awaited by me and delivered bigtime! ❤️

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much! Massively appreciate your kind words! The ideas in this one were pretty hard to break down into such a short segment of visuals/explanation, it was hard work to put together! So I’m glad it delivered!! ❤️

[@GothGomez]

Your lighting is so fucking good dude I always want to get out after watching a video, set my camera up on a tripod and mess around even with the smallest lights to ask myself what more there is to do, can I use negative fill here, is the motivated light enough or should I get creative etc. Your videos simply even discussing light kicks start so many peoples creativity. You are a godsend to all of us without a leg in the industry but out here doing decades of work on minimal or no budget indie/commercial stuff.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Always so happy to hear my videos are inspiring someone, not just in regards to the technicalities of a lighting setup but more importantly their creativity - makes doing what I do worth doing! I have no leg in the industry either, I’m just making this stuff most of the time, so I’m glad others in the same boat can benefit from what I’m doing!

[@joshwardle5024]

Outstanding production and information as always Rob. Always look forward to watching your videos!

[@MsQwerasdf1234]

This is a masterpiece. Thank you for making all these.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much! :)

[@isaiahgalante]

Rob. You’re truly amazing man. I’ve been watching you from then beginning. PLS KEEP GOING MAN!

[@mantenbrink]

I love the content you make every time and I learn so much from it. You always approach everything from the cinematography side, which really sparks ideas. However something I'd love to see in the future is taking a lightsource/modifier and showing the scenarios where it fits well, or where it doesn't fit well. I'd consider this to be a single video, as the way you make your content so far is superior, but it would definitely be interesting. Thanks for all the inspiration

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much! I'll keep that in mind, we do have some relevant episodes in the A-Z series coming up which will likely cover this idea. I appreciate your kind words!

[@SenthilSukumaran]

Excellent video, Rob. Would love a tutorial on how to effectively light the subject one colour while lighting the background another with techniques on how to avoid colour and light spillage between subject and background.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

We will have a full episode on light control - so flags, grids, negative fill - it might not necessarily be colour based but the function of the tools and ideas would carry over to what you have in mind!

[@SenthilSukumaran]

@@RobEllisCinematographer I look forward to it. I have no doubt I’ll be implementing whatever I learn from that video in future videos I make. You are providing invaluable information to people like me :)

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@SenthilSukumaran always happy to hear it - I hope you can continue to enjoy/find the videos useful! Thank you so much! :)

[@JJF_FILMS]

Use flags and diffusers experiment

[@WhySteve]

Man the vibe, the shots and the solid diagrams makes for a perfect video! love it!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thanks so much Steve! Glad you enjoyed this one! :)

[@WhySteve]

Always!

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Bro, what the hell did I just watched??? This is awesome!! Thank you!! Subscribed 🙏🏻

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much for your support! Glad you enjoyed this one, this is the episode I'm most proud of making this year!

[@yourelegantwaifu]

Protect this man at all cost! Thank you Rob for sharing such valuable lesson, even my college doesn't share this kind of lesson jeez.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much!! Happy to hear my videos are providing you so much extra value and that I’m able to describe things in a way that’s different than a school would - that’s kind of the aim for this series in general so I’m happy about that! I appreciate it massively!

[@GideonNtxbeni]

Your Work is the best bro. I am always learning a lot from your work. Straight to the point , Clear Explanation and on top Amazing images. Keep up the good work.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

I appreciate your kind words and I’m glad you’re getting so much from my videos - thank you! :)

[@talesbyvlad]

Such a great video with so much details! Great setups with explanations! Appreciate your effort and time to make this video

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much Vlad, glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@victorokoli9312]

A masterclass. You are truly an expert

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Your videos are pure gold…!

[@7snad]

Your explanation is insane man you’re dope I swear to god

[@JasonParkerMagic]

I know it's a little off topic, but what is that light adapter with ballhead at 4:37 ?

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@JasonParkerMagic it’s the ball head adapter that comes with the Pavoslim - you get that and a baby pin adapter!

[@azizjabi]

Eyegasmic & inspiring as always 🔥❤

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much Aziz! Glad you enjoyed this one 🔥❤

[@johnstewart3391]

Your skills are amazing! I really look forward to your videos. Thank you for sharing!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thanks so much John, happy to hear it - I appreciate it! :)

[@Martinabis]

I've always enjoyed and learned from your videos good sir but i've absolutely loved the presentation on this one!!! Thank you!!!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I worked quite hard on this one so I’m super glad to hear it! :)

[@아냥주주]

its really helpful! Thx for making such a wondersul video!

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Another banger! Thank you!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Happy to hear it Zack - thank you so much!

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The video and footage turned out soo great !!!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Happy to hear it - thank you so much!

[@VladislavNovickij]

Great work Rob, as always 🤗

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

I appreciate it - thank you! Glad you enjoyed/found this one useful! :)

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[@RobEllisCinematographer]

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brillant thank you Rob

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much Colleen!

[@DoublewideCinema]

Thank you I learn so much from your videos 🙌🌞

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Very glad to hear it, I hope you continue to find them useful going forward! 😄 thank you so much!

[@LukeSchaeferFilms]

I am so grateful and inspired by your videos Rob. Thank you so much. I am so curious to know your thoughts on haze. I’m looking to get a little smoke ninja and I notice that a lot of your shots seem to have that rich and dense atmosphere haze brings. I also don’t want to be cliche with the haze as it seems everyone is using it these days. Is haze something you utilize a lot?

[@10MBatista]

Incredible video!

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Favorite channel for sure 🙌🔥

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Appreciate that massively - thank you so much! :)

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Awesome as always!!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you Paul, glad you enjoyed this one! :)

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This is hitting a mil !

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

That would be awesome - I’m not sure it’s the most algorithm friendly video though haha! I massively appreciate it, thank you!

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Thumbnail looks amazing man keep it up 👍

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

I don't think it did me any favours on KZbin haha, but I spent a while on it - so I massively appreciate that, thank you so much!

[@NATIVEUS]

love the information! can’t wait to add it to my book of knowledge. side note: do you do the voiceover for Bedtime stories?

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Glad you enjoyed/found it useful! :) haha unfortunately not! ;)

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These are gold

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One of the KZbin channel gives value.thanks

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much! :)

[@gratefulpixels928]

Rob Ellis drops a video and i instantly jump in! I have a question from your previous video of WB turning Day to Night - Are those things applicable to cheap cameras and mobile film making as well?

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Hope you enjoyed this one! :) and yes, absolutely! As long as you can control white balance on your phone camera you're able to do the same thing - although balancing exposure and contrast may be a little more difficult due to reduced dynamic range!

[@gratefulpixels928]

Yeah exposure is locked in here 🥴. Btw could you suggest a Budget Light Setup. Cause there are so many ones , bit confusing which to get or not

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@gratefulpixels928 usually you can download a third party camera app that will allow you to unlock some extra settings! If you’re just getting into it, any bi-color COB fixture will be a great way to practise and learn!

[@mrshaheedmalik]

Thanks Rob.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Always great to hear from you Shaheed - hope you enjoyed/found this one useful in some way!

[@Wolfgang0915]

Wow, this was so good. Thank you!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Super happy you enjoyed it! Thank you so much!

[@Wolfgang0915]

@@RobEllisCinematographer Each of your videos have really inspired me to try to replicate your lighting styles but also try developing a style of my own. So thanks a lot again!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@Wolfgang0915 I massively appreciate the kind words, I know these videos are presented in a way as to primarily teach something, but if I can inspire in other ways I’m very happy about that - thank you!

[@Wolfgang0915]

@@RobEllisCinematographer Just remembered what I also wanted to mention ... Your way of connecting cinematography to narrative, tone, set design and things like that has given me a lot of insight as well. I feel like these things are sometimes overlooked a bit when people teach about cinematography and lighting. I guess that`s also a reason why your content has been so helpful for me.

[@tatablito]

i feel watching control with this voices and colors, great!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@tatablito if you’re talking about the video game, that may have influenced those sections and I’m glad you picked up on it! 😄

[@tatablito]

@@RobEllisCinematographer yeeah i knew it! Great job dude! +1 sub!

[@RobertJohnPhotography]

Great vid Rob. Hopefully you get a chance to make a video with the 240c.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thanks Robert, great to hear from you! The next episode may feature the 240c ;)

[@RobertJohnPhotography]

​@@RobEllisCinematographer That's great to hear. Your videos are so creative and not just boring reviews. Hope you're doing well.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@RobertJohnPhotography I appreciate it massively. It's definitely hard work putting something like this together, but I don't think I'd be creatively satisfied otherwise - and if I can practise my craft while helping other people it's a win-win! Hope you're doing well also! :)

[@IBRGSX]

I'm always enjoying your videos. I really learn a lot because of you, thank you so much. I was wondering if you have any playlists for learning color grading + Davinci Resolve.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

So glad to hear you’re learning from my videos!! Unfortunately not - I picked up little bits here and there over the years with Resolve and I don’t really have any specific resources I’ve learned from!

[@IBRGSX]

@@RobEllisCinematographer That's okay, thanks for your answer brother, I appreciate it.

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YYAAAAAAAAY YOU BACK

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

It has been a few months!!

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This is really great stuff!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much Ryan, hope you found it useful in some way! :)

[@frankiehardaker8769]

What suction mount are you using? Also fairly new to the channel and really enjoying your videos 🫡

[@iwannafly3663]

How can anyone explain color theory simply as well as effectively👌🤓

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much!

[@marmiumiu]

You're the best! ❤

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

❤️ I hope you enjoyed the video!!

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Cool stuff!

[@MichalKuzminski]

thank you

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you for watching Michal!

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Best video on YT

[@Bruno_fyi]

Great job brother! 😉

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much Bruno!

[@baxslatton]

Dang, those Pavoslim lights are pretty sick!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

They are super convenient!

[@rudraveersingh2504]

the editing is spiceeee..........

[@doughgarcia6086]

Love the videos But how can you tell what color temperature or and Kalvin is at the time of the day...??? So I can set my color temperature at that moment... I have been on this for a long time and I have lots of videos coming out too bright or and too dark... I have watched too many videos and went though too many setting and still can't seem to get it right... I do Believe it has to do with my Calvin setting Not just the levels... bright or dark... I am a beginner cinematographers And I just can't get my lighting right... This my first time running a cross your videos So I will be subscribing and looking at all your videos and see if I can figure this shit out lol

[@filmsvanmichiel]

Amazing!

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Glad you enjoyed it - thank you so much!

[@snehit]

Awesome awesome... amazing.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ruancarlodop]

Nice vid as always, Rob. A warning: The link to the moment shop isnt working.

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Thank you so much - and thank you for letting me know! I believe it's fixed now!

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Man, you are born actor😆👌

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Man your videos are amongst the ones I get most value out of, I have very single one downloaded and I go back to them regularly, can’t afford your courses right now and can’t wait to. Thanks man Thanks. Watching from Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

I'm beyond happy to hear you're getting so much value out of my videos and thank you so much for your kind words! Greetings from the UK! :)

[@PUREMediaChannel1]

Wow good job

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Glad you enjoyed it - thank you!

[@Itsjussmaya]

For my spiritual family, chakras.

[@mrshaheedmalik]

Rob, what did you shoot this on?

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

This was all shot with the original LUMIX S5 into the Ninja V for Prores Raw! I like the flexibility of full frame to use longer lenses in the tighter spaces I shoot in and I like the Prores Raw files, but I do get annoying frame drops with that setup - I’m debating grabbing the Pyxis when I have the money (whenever that will be 🤣)

[@mrshaheedmalik]

@@RobEllisCinematographer did you sell your Blackmagic Pocket? What did you use to stabilize your car shots?

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

@@mrshaheedmalik nope I still have the Pocket 6K Pro! The car shots were stabilised by the S5’s IBIS and driving a relatively smooth road… although it actually looks a bit disconnected and weird when the camera doesn’t quite go with the movement with the car, so I did some extra stabilisation in post to even things out!

[@saifsami_ss]

🔥🔥

[@coltonmonroe9824]

Goated

[@acapmdnor3046]

That hand so fast

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Haha what hand?! It's an ethereal trail of light 🙄 🤣 (in all seriousness I have a behind the scenes clip of me flapping my arms around for those shots and it's hilarious)

[@KaungMyat-gs5zd]

Watch this video I understand about light, thanks bro

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where have you been all my. life ?

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[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Too kind, thank you so much!

[@coltonmonroe9824]

Goated

[@RobEllisCinematographer]

Glad you enjoyed it - thank you so much!