Color Grading and LUT Design for Photo and Video

Ever wondered how professional films achieve that cohesive, moody color palette? Understanding how to work with Look Up Tables (LUTs) is the key to transforming raw images and footage into cinematic art. This text-based course guides you through the foundational science of color grading, helping you understand how to manipulate contrast, saturation, and color balance. You will learn the mechanics of how to build, customize, and apply your own LUTs—including the classic teal-and-orange look—to elevate your visual projects. What you'll learn: - Understand the core concepts of color theory, color spaces, and how LUTs function. - Analyze cinematic color schemes like teal-and-orange and desaturated film tones. - Create custom LUTs using color wheels, curves, and selective color adjustments. - Apply and fine-tune LUTs in popular software like Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere. - Manage contrast, exposure, and saturation non-destructively for professional results. - Develop a consistent visual style across both digital photography and video projects. We begin with the absolute basics of color science and grading terminology before moving into step-by-step written guides for designing and implementing your own LUTs. This course is designed for beginner photographers, videographers, and content creators looking to master color grading without any prior technical experience. Start reading today to unlock the secrets of professional cinematic color grading.