Join us on an engaging journey into the colorful world of filmmaking with John Daro, the lead DI colorist at Warner Post Production Creative Services. John shares his fascinating insights into the art of color grading, drawing parallels between the meticulous craft of filmmaking and the simple pleasure of brewing coffee and tea. Together, we unravel the unconventional path of an editor whose passion was sparked by early tech experiences and unique ventures like selling breakfast burrit...

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 fee...

Programming Note: Color & Coffee is taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return in late-January 2025 with new episodes and return to our regular release schedule. A very sincere thanks to all our listeners for an amazing 2024 and for helping us spread the word about the show! -------------------------------------------In the final episode of 2024, we sit down with Matt Wallach, Senior Colorist at Company3, to dive into his remarkable career and groundbreaking work on films like No Time ...

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 navigat...

In this episode, I sit down with Nico Fink, colorist and founder of DeMystify Color and Unwind Film Lab. With a Club Mate in hand, Nico shares how an internship at Red Bull Media House ignited his fascination with color, eventually leading to the creation of his own training platform and film lab.We nerd out about the nuances of film emulation and the challenges faced during its evolution. From the early days of DaVinci Resolve to the influence of industry stalwarts like Steve Yedlin, Nico sh...

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 C ...

In our first episode of season 2, I sit down with the talented colorist and finishing artist, Tashi Trieu.Our conversation explores Tashi’s career, from his early interest in visual effects to his collaborative work on award-winning, VFX-heavy projects like Avatar and its sequel. We share stories about the early challenges of managing creative expectations, emphasizing the importance of communication and the iterative nature of the creative process, where changes aren’t personal but part of t...

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 colorful...

On the eleventh episode of Color & Coffee, we chat with veteran colorist and fellow podcast host Vincent Taylor. We discuss his audacious moves around the world to work at a large post production facility, his transition back to freelance work, and how he navigates the challenges and opportunities that come with each. We then discuss the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing diverse perspectives, and welcoming fresh ideas while grading. Like a good espress...

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 int...

On the ninth episode of Color & Coffee, we chat with Rob Bessette, Senior Colorist from Color Refinery. He shares his humble beginnings in post-production, his foray into color grading, and how dabbling with dailies color changed the way he looked at the craft. Next, Rob shares with us what led him to leave his comfortable position as a staff colorist to start his own facility, Color Refinery, along with some of the challenges he encountered along the way. Grab you favorite cu...

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.AIColour.TrainingTito Heron Guest Links:IG - https://www.instagram.com/dadovalentic...

Join us for a vibrant chat with colorist veteran, Warren Eagles. Broadcasting from a nice diner in Burbank, California, we get into the nitty-gritty of color grading and its evolution from film to digital. Warren paints a picture of his career progression, highlighting his move from London to Australia, how he got started with his role as an online professor at FXPHD. Grab a good cup of coffee (or tea), sit back, and enjoy this insightful conversation with one of the industry's finest! ...

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 YTMixing Light - Creative Coding With DCTL by Cullen KellyKaur's DCTL StoreS-Curve Split Tone DCTLGuest L...

On this episode of the "Color and Coffee" podcast, we chat with Robbie Carman, a leading colorist, entrepreneur, and trainer in the field. Discover his inspiring journey from aspiring rock star to successful colorist, while exploring valuable tips for starting a grading business, balancing technology and finances, and maintaining work-life equilibrium in the creative industry.Links:Dolby VisionGuest Links:Robbie's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robbie.carmanDC Color's Instagram - https...

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.D...

On this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with the talented Filippo Cinotti, a cinematographer and colorist who shared his journey from sound engineer to DP and colorist. Listen in as Filippo tells us about his passion for filmmaking, experimenting with DV cams and DSLRs, and how the purchase of a FreeFly Movi stabilizer transformed his career. We also explored how he started crafting images with DaVinci Resolve and the moment he decided to call himself a DP. So grab your mug and join ...

We had the incredible opportunity to chat with senior colorist and founder of MTO Color , Mark Todd Osborne, about his journey in the industry and his recent work on the film Supercell. Join us with your beverage of choice!Links from the episode: Supercell Trailer Supercell - IMDB \ Amazon \ ApplePixelTools exposureTool DCTLGuest Links: MTO Color, IncMark Todd Osborne on InstagramSend us a textFlanders Scientific Inc. (FSI)Reference Displays for Editors, Colorists and DITSLike...