Lynda - Color Correction in Final Cut Pro X

In this course, author Robbie Carman details the principles of color grading in Final Cut Pro X, while explaining how to enhance and stylize footage. The course spells out the differences between primary and secondary corrections and demonstrates fixing problematic footage with contrast corrections and neutralizing color casts. The course also discusses secondary corrections with shape and color masks and explains how to make projects broadcast safe. Additional topics include evaluating clips using the video scopes, and how to create stylized looks. Exercise files accompany the course.

Topics include:

Understanding the video scopes

Using Balance Color and Match Color

Fixing under- and overexposed clips

Expanding contrast

Controlling saturation

Using color and shape masks

Creating looks with primary and secondary corrections