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Understanding Color in Adobe Premiere Pro

william Buckley

This complete course will take you through the steps to "Understand Color" . From Color correction to Color grading

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This complete course will take you through the steps to "Understand Color" . From Color correction to Color grading

We will work together to take you through each of the panels and have "follow along" premiere projects so that you can maximize your learning experience as you learn.

What do I get?

  • 15 Projects to follow along

  • 35 Lessons

  • All project files and video clips used in this course

What will I learn?

You will learn a complete essential training of color correction and grading in Premiere Pro.

  • What is white balance in camera

  • What is the kelvin Range

  • How to color correct an image and the steps involved.

  • The functionality of every Lumetri tool

  • Understand the measurement tools like the waveform, RGB parade and vector scope

  • Perform a color correction on an a bad shot

  • How to color grade Flat or Slog footage

  • Create masks to color correct a specific area

  • Match the colors of different shots

For who is this course?

This course is aimed at beginners & intermediate wanting to know more about  color correction/grading in Premiere.

You are not required to have any pre-knowledge, however some basic experience with Premiere Pro is necessary.

This course is not for experienced colorists.

Requirements

  • An installation of Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019 or later

  • Mac or PC that can process full HD video clips to work with the attached materials

What is the Lumetri panel ?

A series of tools that will allow you to change and correct video for things such as

White Balance

Exposure , contrast and skin tones

Secondary " masking " of specific areas of the image

Color grading for that Hollywood orange and Teel look

and much more...

Who this course is for:

  • This course is for any Premiere Pro user that would like to get better at color correction and the lumetri tools.

  • This course is not for experienced colorists

  • This course is not for Premiere Pro beginners. We advice to first follow our Adobe Premiere Pro 2021 : Full Training for Beginners course.

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What's inside

Learning objective

The theory of color correction and color grading

Syllabus

Intro of what to expect

Overview of course introduction

Lets jump in
Overview of in camera color
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Intro into cameras
White Balance & in Camera Color
The Kelvin Scale
Kelvin Summary
Auto White balance or Not?
In camera White Balance
Custom WB Grey Card indoors 5500K
Setting your cameras custom WB grey card 3300K
Using the expodisc with 3300K LED
WB outside morn sky
WB outside shade & presets
Download practice file to follow along with lectures.
Practice material How to
Practice adjusting white balance in the software
Practice 1 White Balance
Practice 1 : WB practice Review
Learn and understand Color correction techniques
Exposure & Contrast
Waveform Scope
Students will cover the Zone table
The Zone Table
zone and waveform example
Students will use the zone and waveform scope to adjust exposure
Practice 2 Zone & Waveform
Practice 2 Review
Students will learn the RGB and Vector scopes
RGB Scopes
RGB scopes practice
Student will learn the Vector scope
The Vector Scope
Students will learn the RGB Curves
RGB Curves
RGB Curves High Contrast
Students will learn Color Wheels and how to use them
Color Wheels
Students will learn how to match color across different video clips
Color matching
Students will learn about the HSL secondary color technique.
HSL Secondary
HSL secondary: Face
HSL secondary: Object
Learn Hue and Saturation methods
HUE & SAT curves
Learn how to create & use LUTS and Presets
Luts & Presets
Color Grading techniques
Color Grading
How to use masks in color
Masks & animation
Eyer Color change effect with mask
Coloring multiple video clips & workflow
Coloring multiple clips
Summary wrap up of class & next steps
Summary & Next steps

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Covers concepts and methods that are foundational for aspiring colorists in Premiere Pro
Provides detailed guidance and hands-on practice, making it accessible to beginners in Adobe Premiere
Includes lecture overviews of essential tools and functionalities in Premiere's Lumetri panel
Guided practice with project files helps reinforce practical application of concepts
Provides step-by-step color correction and grading in Premiere Pro
Assumes basic familiarity with Premiere Pro, may not be suitable for complete beginners

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Understanding Color in Adobe Premiere Pro with these activities:
Color Wheel Matching Practice Worksheets
Develop proficiency in using color wheels to identify and match colors in various contexts.
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  • Download and print the worksheets.
  • Identify the color wheels on the worksheets.
  • Use the color wheels to select colors that match specific targets.
  • Check your answers against the provided solutions.
In-Depth Tutorial on RGB Curves Adjustments
Enhance understanding of RGB curves and their application in color grading.
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  • Find a tutorial on RGB curves.
  • Watch the tutorial and take notes.
  • Practice using RGB curves in Premiere Pro.
Study Advanced Techniques in Color Theory
Deepen theoretical understanding of color science and its application in visual storytelling.
Browse courses on Color Theory
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  • Identify reputable resources on advanced color theory.
  • Read articles, watch videos, or attend webinars.
  • Take notes and attempt to understand the principles and concepts.
  • Experiment with applying the techniques in your color correction workflow.
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Attend an Advanced Color Grading Workshop
Gain insights from industry professionals and expand technical capabilities in a collaborative setting.
Browse courses on Color Grading
Show steps
  • Research and identify relevant color grading workshops.
  • Register and attend the workshop.
  • Participate actively in discussions and demonstrations.
  • Network with other attendees and experts.
  • Apply the knowledge and techniques learned in your own projects.
Develop a Color Grading Demo Reel
Showcase color grading skills and techniques through a compelling portfolio piece.
Browse courses on Color Grading
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  • Select a variety of video clips with different lighting conditions and color profiles.
  • Grade the clips using the Lumetri panel.
  • Create a sequence that showcases the graded clips.
  • Add music and transitions to the sequence.
  • Export the demo reel in a suitable format.
Mentor and Provide Feedback on Color Correction Projects
Contribute to the growth of others and deepen your own understanding by providing constructive guidance.
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  • Identify individuals seeking feedback on color correction projects.
  • Review their work and provide detailed analysis.
  • Offer guidance on improving color balance, using tools, and utilizing best practices.
  • Provide encouragement and support throughout the process.
Design and Deliver a Color Correction Workshop
Solidify knowledge and develop communication skills by creating a structured workshop.
Browse courses on Color Correction
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  • Plan the workshop outline, including topics, activities, and timeline.
  • Gather necessary materials, such as video clips and software.
  • Prepare presentation slides or a demonstration script.
  • Conduct the workshop, facilitating discussions and providing hands-on guidance.
  • Gather feedback and evaluate the effectiveness of the workshop.

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