In this article we'll learn how to use the DSC Labs OneShot, X-Rite ColorChecker (or Macbeth) or the DataColor SpyderCheckr with Davinci Resolve to match color. If you're new to Resolve, I recommend you read ... Read more →
What is Full Swing, Studio Swing; and How to Work with Video Levels in Adobe Premiere Pro? (Part Three)
In Part One we we looked at the meanings of full swing and studio swing, and when to use which. In Part Two we dealt with the basics of how Adobe Premiere Pro handles studio swing. In this final part ... Read more →
What is Full Swing, Studio Swing; and How to Work with Video Levels in Adobe Premiere Pro? (Part One)
Welcome to one of the most misunderstood (or poorly understood) aspects of delivering video to broadcast television. This article goes into: What full swing and studio swing is, and why they matter; ... Read more →
The Complete Guide to Choosing and Using Video Production Monitors (Part One)
What is a video production monitor? It is a display used to monitor (study, look at, observe) video, under the following conditions: It represents the video accurately It is portable It is rugged, ... Read more →
How to Compress a Video for the Internet
This article explains how to compress a video for the Internet, and what settings work best. It is assumed that you are after the best quality, within your limitations. It builds on three earlier articles, ... Read more →
What is a LUT (Look-Up Table)?
In this article we'll learn what a Look-up Table (LUT) is, and how it should be used. Exclusive Bonus: Download my free cheatsheet (with examples) of the most important and useful focal lengths for film ... Read more →
What is Color Space and the Tristimulus Values XYZ?
Color Space If a color model is a language, then think of color spaces as grammar, or as variations in a language, like British English versus American English. The word 'color' is spelled 'colour' in ... Read more →