Color & Coffee

In our first episode of the new year, I sit down with Matt Tomlinson, Head of Color Science at Harbor Picture Company, for one of the most engaging discussions I’ve had in quite some time. In this episode, Matt shares fascinating insights from his work developing image color pipelines for films such as Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and The Irishman. We delve into what it means to be a color (or image) scientist and explore how they empower colorists with adaptable tools, enabling real-time f...

In this episode, I sit down with Daria Fissoun—Colorist, Compositor, and Certified Blackmagic Trainer. We dive into her captivating journey from creating video tutorials on YouTube to collaborating with Blackmagic Design on the official DaVinci Resolve manual. We cover a range of fascinating topics, including: •The evolution of her YouTube channel. •The challenge of “scope creep” and how it manifests in creative projects. •Her experience using AI upscaling on an SD restoration project and na...

In our second episode of the season, I sit down for a fascinating chat with fellow podcast host and lead colorist of DC Color, Joey D’Anna. Our conversation begins with Joey’s strong opinions on coffee preparation, followed by a quick overview of his journey to becoming a colorist. We then dive into the power of HDR and how new display technology can completely changed the creative approach to grading - or not. Finally, we delve into the tech behind WOLED panels, used in the popular LG ...

In our final episode of the season, we chat with senior colorist Evan Anthony, CSI from Goldcrest Post, who recently finished up work on the AppleTV documentary "The Super Models". We dive into his career highlights, discussing his early days at Showtime Networks, the transition from freelance to his current position, and his work on several acclaimed documentaries, music videos, and commercials. Evan shares insights on the evolution of the industry, including his experience with some colo...

On the tenth episode of Color & Coffee, we're sipping coffee and talking all things post-production with the dynamic duo, Ryan and Becky McNeal from RKM Studios. From Ryan's journey from being an assistant colorist at Company 3 to running his own business, to Becky's invaluable management expertise that ensures smooth operations and client satisfaction, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about what it takes to be successful in the post-production field. We dive deep...

On our latest episode, we chat with colorist and color scientist, Dado Valentic! He shares his journey from DJ to colorist, his experience grading on BetaSP tape, and especially - the evolving landscape of the film industry with the introduction of AI technology and how to prepare yourself for the coming wave. Get yourself a extra large mug, as its the longest episode of the season ! Links: ColourLab.AI Colour.Training Tito Heron Guest Links: IG - https://www.instagram.com/dad...

Join us for a captivating chat with the Kaur Hendrikson, a colorist, color scientist, and DCTL developer. Kaur takes us on a journey from his early beginnings creating LEGO stop motion short films, all the way to developing custom color tools and becoming known as the "DCTL guy". It's an enlightening conversation you won't want to miss! Links: Kaur's DCTL Development Playlist on YT Mixing Light - Creative Coding With DCTL by Cullen Kelly Kaur's DCTL Store S-Curve Split Tone DCTL...

Ever wonder how someone becomes a successful freelance colorist in the film industry? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Louisiana-based DP, colorist, and trainer Jake Pierrelee, as he shares his journey from shooting and editing his own videos to discovering his passion for color grading and ultimately making a name for himself as a remote colorist. Hear about how the COVID-19 pandemic forced him to reevaluate his business goals, and the role that social media plays in his success. ...