We are always striving for more cinematic-looking images. Here's how to achieve it in post! Whether you’re a seasoned colorist or you’re brand new to the craft, you’ve probably spent a good amount of time chasing a more cinematic look for your grades. This is a worthy pursuit, and we talked about some key strategies for it earlier this year. But in addition to understanding what we’re after, it’s often necessary to be able to recognize what we’re not after. And if the “cinematic” look is our goal, its nemesis is the dreaded “video” look. So let’s discuss the concepts and characteristics that drive this look, and what we can do to improve them when they find their way into our work. Check out my latest video below, then dive into a bit more detail. Contrast vs. contour One of the key drivers of the “video” look is an oversimplification of contrast. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Friday, 11 June, 2021