The Colorist Guide to DaVinci Resolve 20 Paperback – September 10, 2025

DaVinci Resolve 20 is Hollywood’s most popular color correction software and is used to color grade more feature films, television shows and commercials than any other application. This official Blackmagic Design hands on training guide takes you through a series of practical exercises that teach you how to use DaVinci Resolve’s color correction tools in detail. You’ll learn a wide variety of workflows, effects and the tools necessary to perform Hollywood caliber grades.What You’ll Learn Launching DaVinci Resolve project files and restoring archivesBalancing and matching footage using primary grading toolsAnalyzing and color correcting images with the help of scopesTracking people and objects with windows and magic masksMigrating XML timelines and roundtrip workflowsPreparing projects for film and television with color managementWorking with nodes to create sophisticated gradesManaging grades with stills, LUTs, versions and color traceCreating groups to streamline your workflowColor grading high dynamic range raw footageRendering cache and delivery settings for optimal qualityDozens of tips and tricks that will transform how you work!Who This Book Is For This book is designed for video editors who want more control over the final appearance of their projects and colorists who want a more advanced understanding of industry workflows and best practices. It contains clear and concise lessons, along with hundreds of tips and tricks from professional colorists to help you create cinematic images that stand out! You’ll learn about the primary grading tools used for balancing and matching images, secondary tools for isolating parts of an image, how to read scopes, create unique looks and much more! Read more