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Davinci resolve training - editing and color
Dear Future Colorist,
I hope this message finds you well! I’m David laposi, a Dolby Vision certificated colorist from Budapest. I wanted to reach out to you regarding Black Magic's Davinci Resolve, a program I have been teaching for the past seven years, and you are recently expressed an interest.
First, I would like to introduce myself and my background in education. I hold both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in film, which certifies me to teach in universities. In fact, in 2022, I had the honor of teaching at the Hungarian Metropolitan University in English. Additionally, in 2021, I taught the Hungarian national TV's restoration team about color pipelines, workflows, and future-proofing movies from the past, which was an incredibly impactful experience.
As an industry professional, I also occasionally create interactive workshops, with a maximum of 8-10 individuals, a few times a year. These workshops have been attended by more than 150 people over the past five years, and I am pleased to announce that I am almost finished with the 19th Color workshop happening soon.
If you're interested to my deeper background, you will welcomed in my hireme page.
“Online or offline? No problem!”
“I think science is also important!”
Color science is important for color grading because it helps ensure that the colors in your final product look accurate and consistent across different displays. By understanding how color works and how it is perceived by the human eye, colorists can make informed decisions about how to adjust the color in their footage to achieve the desired look. Without an understanding of color science, color grading can become a bit of a guessing game, and the final result may not look as good as it could.
“Lets see what will happen in this 9 hours?
Rock and roll!”
Tematics
EDIT
Project Manager
Keyboard Customization & Preferences
Organization Outside of Resolve
Intro to the Media Pool - Metadata, Smart Bins, Subclipping and Audio
Importing, Organizing and Prepping Footage
Organization via FAce Analysis
Timeline Creation, Drag and Drop Editing and Audio Setup
Timeline Basics, Transitions, Trimming
The Inspector and Basic Keyframing
Adjusting animations
Working with Text
Working with Audio in your Timeline
Syncing Audio
Sending your Resolve Timelines to After Effects & ProTools
Working with Motion Effects in your timeline
Multicam Editing
Dealing with Offline Media
Working with Markers
Adding Captions to your Edits
Formatting for Social Media
Exporting
COLOR
Importing your Footage and Dealing with
Color Match
Creating Folders and Multiple Timelines
Dealing with Small Screen Resolutions
Timeline and the Different Display Options
Desaturate Different Color Ranges
Exploring the Different Effects and Controls of the Color Tab
General Control of Effects
Project Settings in Davinci Resolve Projects
Getting references and comparing your image
Grading Against a Graded Image
Grouping Shots and Node Levels
High Key vs. Low Key Coloring
Highlights, Midtones and Shadows
How they're Different from Secondary Colors
How to Change the Sizing of your image
Hue and tint controls
Importing EDLs (Edit Decision Lists)
Power Windows and their Uses
Keying and its Different Types
Isolating and Stylizing Highlights
Key Tab (the Node Opacity)
Learning to Reset Effects and Individual Parameters
Parallel and Layer Nodes, What are the differences between them
Power Windows Tracking and Selective Tracking
Prevent Color Problems and Breakup
Sat vs. Sat
Saving and Comparing Different Versions of Grade
“And so much more!”
“Let me transcribe some opinions from my previous students”
András Szűcs
colorist
I've always had a strong interest in color, which led me to take Dávid's workshop. I came in with a good foundation, but I didn't anticipate that the theoretical aspects would improve my vision as much as they did. The workshop wasn't just about color/resolve; it also covered communication techniques and business practices. The combination of these topics filled in the gaps in my knowledge and only increased my thirst for learning. The workshop prepared me for the everyday processes in the market, giving me a toolkit to handle any problems that arose, whether they were related to human interactions or technical issues. In the two years since the workshop, I've had the opportunity to finish nearly 200 music videos for almost 60 Hungarian artists. As part of excellent teams, I even received awards in almost every category at the Hungarian Music Video Review in 2022.
Krisztina Ócsai
At first, I thought the "curriculum" was overwhelming, but it turned out to be surprisingly enjoyable and helpful in shaping my perspective and way of thinking. The friendly and relaxed atmosphere made it easy to absorb and apply the material, which has had a lasting impact on my work.
Dániel Iszák
DP
As a freelance cameraman, I frequently partner with production agencies to work on commercials, music videos, and short films. I had the opportunity to participate in Dávid's workshop, which helped me gain a deeper understanding of lighting and its effect on values. The workshop emphasized that there is no universal solution, and that was a valuable lesson. I would highly recommend Dávid's workshop to anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of film, particularly color. The workshop was professional, informative, and welcoming.
Boglárka Bicsák
editor
Learning about color grading during the workshop was a significant upgrade to my video-documentary knowledge. It is now an essential part of the pre-production process, which is highly sought after in today's content creation industry. The workshop greatly helped in shaping my vision and editorial thinking. I currently work as a video journalist for the online newspaper 24.hu, and I am also involved in various documentary projects as a cameraman, editor, and director. I highly recommend the workshop to anyone who wants to enhance their post-production skills and better convey their artistic vision through their works.
Levente Horváth
editor
When I was lost in the maze of incomplete information on the internet, Dávid provided me with guidance and direction, helping me establish a solid foundation and clear vision by the end of his workshop. Now, as an editor at MTVA, I regularly apply the knowledge and skills I acquired during the course. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the inner workings of the film industry and its various connections.
“Let’s enhance our eyes together!”
I understand that everyone has unique needs, so I'm happy to customize the curriculum to meet your individual goals.
The program consists at least of 3 sessions, each 3 hours long, for a total of minimum 9 to 24 hours. These sessions can be held either online or offline, depending on your preference. Let me contact with you personally and give you a tailored personal offer!
During the course, we gain valuable insights and practical skills that will help you advance your career in the field of color grading/editing. I'll provide personalized guidance and support every step of the way to ensure that you achieve your learning objectives.
I can give you an invoice from spektakulART Kft. Here is the EU vat number HU23352504.
If you're interested in taking advantage of this opportunity, please let me know, and we can schedule a time to discuss the details further.
Best regards
David Laposi
