LibGuides: MUL465: Module 4

Module 4 Required Resources

The Art and Science of Digital Compositing Techniques for Visual Effects, Animation and Motion Graphics
Brinkmann. (2008). The art and science of digital compositing techniques for visual effects, animation and motion graphics (2nd ed.). Morgan Kaufmann Publishers/Elsevier.
"Ron Brinkman's book is the definitive work on digital compositing and we have depended on this book as a critical part of our in-house training program at Imageworks since the 1999 Edition. We use this book as a daily textbook and reference for our lighters, compositors and anyone working with digital imagery. It is wonderful to see a new edition being released and it will certainly be required reading for all our digital artists here at Imageworks." --Sande Scoredos, Executive Director of Training & Artist Development, Sony Pictures Imageworks

Please read:
- Chapter 2 – Learning to See (p. 15-51)
- Chapter 4 – Basic Image Manipulation (p. 93-148)
- Chapter 5 – Basic Image Compositing (p. 149-188)
- Chapter 13 – Additional Integration Techniques (p. 367-404)

The Essential Guide to Color Spaces
Kelly, Cullen. "The Essential Guide to Color Spaces." Frame.Io Insider, 2020. https://blog.frame.io/2020/02/03/color-spaces-101/
Cullen Kelly has put together an amazing article (with videos) on what Color Spaces and Gamut are, how they work, and why they’re important in video and film work.
What Is a LUT? When You Should (and Shouldn't) Use One
Haine, Charles. "What Is a LUT? When You Should (and Shouldn't) Use One." No Film School, 2021. https://nofilmschool.com/what-is-a-LUT
This article explains exactly what a LUT is, what it does, and when and how to use one.
Color Correction vs. Color Grading
Snow, Griffen. "Color Correction Vs. Color Grading." Adobe.Com. https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/video/discover/color-correction-vs-color-grading.html
This article provides an excellent explanation for what it means to color correct and color grade.

Color Correction Effects
"Color Correction Effects." Helpx.Adobe.Com, 5 Dec. 2022. https://helpx.adobe.com/after-effects/using/color-correction-effects.html
Color Basics
"Color Basics." Helpx.Adobe.Com, 5 Dec. 2022. https://helpx.adobe.com/after-effects/using/color-basics.html#color_correction_color_grading_and_color_adjustment
Color Management
"Color Management." Helpx.Adobe.Com, 6 Feb. 2023. https://helpx.adobe.com/after-effects/using/color-management.html#color_management
What are LUTs? The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading
Studiobinder. "What Are LUTs? The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading." Studiobinder.Com, 2020. https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-lut/
How to Import and Apply LUTs in After Effects
Mike. "How to Import and Apply LUTs in After Effects." Filtergrade, 2018. https://filtergrade.com/how-to-import-apply-luts-after-effects/

DaVinci Resolve 18
DaVinci Resolve 18. https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve/
Download Free Light Wrap Plugin for After Effects
Download Free Light Wrap Plugin for After Effects. https://news.productioncrate.com/download-free-light-wrap-plugin-for-after-effects/

After Effects Guru: Color Grading Footage
Harrington, Richard. LinkedIn Learning: After Effects Guru: Color Grading Footage. 2020. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/after-effects-guru-color-grading-footage-2/color-grading-footage-in-after-effects
(3h 10m)
DaVinci Resolve Fundamentals: Understanding and Navigating the Color Page
Inhofer, Patrick. LinkedIn Learning: DaVinci Resolve Fundamentals: Understanding and Navigating the Color Page. 2021. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/davinci-resolve-fundamentals/understanding-and-navigating-the-color-page
Check out all of Chapter 5: Color Page Tips. (2h)
LUTS: The Complete Video Guide - The Basics of Color Grading LUTs
"LUTS: The Complete Video Guide - The Basics of Color Grading LUTs." YouTube, uploaded by Casey Faris, 27 Apr. 2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pY_7m3bMEMA
(20m 57s)
Avoiding Common Mistakes in Compositing
"Avoiding Common Mistakes in Compositing." YouTube, uploaded by Vladimir Chopine [GeekatPlay], 17 Aug. 2021. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCKOd5fTgj4
This video reviews common compositing mistakes and how to avoid them. (35m 13s)
Color Grading 101 - Everything You Need to Know
"Color Grading 101 - Everything You Need to Know." YouTube, uploaded by Film Riot, 28 Apr. 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAh83khT1no
(17m 41s)