Visionary Colour Academy

Description2

The leading online course to master colour grading in Davinci Resolve’s packed with engaging lessons from fundamentals to colour theory and creative look development. Learn to grade like a professional colorist through follow-along projects, semi-annual webinar passes plus industry-grade digital assets to kickstart your mastery of colour!

Next Webinar: 3 March 2026

Skill

all_levels

Duration

8 hr

Language

English

Next Webinar

3 March 2026

the problem you might be facing

still not getting the perfect grade?

let’s be frank

Color grading is not rocket science

(But it does involve some color science)

From my experience in training, I found that MAJOR issue with most editors is that they don’t know exactly how each tool works, and when to use it.

DaVinci Resolve has blessed us with plenty of bells and whistles in the Colour page, but with options comes the dilemma to pick which tool is best for action.

While browsing tutorials on YouTube is good and all… what most of my students lack is a properly structured workflow when tackling a grade.

Searching for the “best workflow” takes months, years, or even decades.
But I know you ain’t got time for that.

take out the guesswork when
stepping into colour page

A pilot doesn’t guess around which lever to pull and land a plane, and neither should you when navigating a grade session.

so, who is this course for?

If any of these sound like you, you’re in the right place.

For complete beginners to casual colourists

We have designed the course to be simple enough fro anyone to understand and follow along.

in need of a structured learning experience

The course lessons are properly and intentionally structured in a way that flows seamlessly so that you can follow along each step of the way.

Not afraid of hard work

Completing the whole course takes discipline and perseverance. But any triumph requires effort and sacrifice, that’s why I have a little reward waiting for you at the finish line.

value efficiency and time

Waste no time searching up unnecessary information because all the prep work is done to make sure you ingrain the knowledge quickly.

Topics for this course

  • (I) Course Setup
    • I. Trainer Introduction

      00:00:55
    • II. Project Setup

      00:00:46
  • Module 1: Resolve Introduction
    • 1.1 Introduction to DaVinci Resolve

      00:07:57
    • 1.2 General Settings

      00:04:35
    • 1.3 Colour Page Overview

      00:08:05
  • Module 2: Colour Management
    • 2.1 Colour Management Masterclass

      00:14:28
    • 2.2 Project Colour Management

      00:10:10
  • Module 3: Colour Correction
    • 3.1 Grading Principles

      00:04:45
    • 3.2 Primaries

      00:11:55
    • 3.3 Colour Scopes

      00:05:31
    • 3.4 White Balance Benchmarking

      00:06:14
    • 3.5 Colour Correction Masterclass

      00:07:48
  • Module 4: Node Workflow
    • 4.1 Introduction to Corrector Nodes

      00:02:32
    • 4.2 Types of Nodes

      00:06:20
    • 4.3 Node Tree Fundamentals

      00:04:04
    • 4.4 PowerGrades

      00:02:52
    • 4.5 Beginner Node Tree

      00:11:37
    • 4.6 Working Colour Space

      00:08:17
    • 4.7 Pro Node Tree

      00:02:30
    • 4.8 DaVinci Wide Gamut & Sony S-Log3

      00:03:26
  • Module 5: Secondaries
    • 5.1 Curves - Custom & Hue

      00:06:01
    • 5.2 Qualifier - Hue, RGB, LUM & 3D

      00:05:23
    • 5.3 Power Window

      00:06:12
    • 5.4 AI Magic Mask 2

      00:03:36
    • 5.5 Chroma Warp

      00:15:37
    • 5.6 Commercial Grade

      00:11:18
  • Module 6: Colour Grading
    • 6.1 Primaries Split Tone

      00:09:18
    • 6.2 Saturation Split Tone

      00:04:29
    • 6.3 Split Tone OFX

      00:08:50
    • 6.4 Types of Saturation

      00:04:02
    • 6.5 Bleach Bypass

      00:02:43
    • 6.6 Film Print Emulation

      00:06:18
    • 6.7 Spline Curve

      00:04:04
    • 6.8 ColorSlice

      00:05:47
  • Module 7: Colour Matching
    • 7.1 Gallery & Stills

      00:06:30
    • 7.2 Analysing Grades

      00:16:05
    • 7.3 Grade Matching

      00:25:06
    • 7.4 Shot Matching

      00:15:15
    • 7.5 Practice for Grade Matching

      00:25:48
  • Module 8: Colour Theory
    • 8.1 Colour Theory

      00:12:17
    • 8.2 Filmic vs Digital Colours

      00:10:34
    • 8.3 Colour Decisions

      00:15:05
  • Module 9: Pro Colour Tools
    • 9.1 Noise Reduction

      00:10:52
    • 9.2 Playback Settings

      00:05:44
    • 9.3 Keyframing

      00:11:47
    • 9.4 Grade Versions

      00:05:09
    • 9.5 Linear Gain

      00:09:00
  • Module 10: Colorist Podcast
    • 10.1 Starting a Colorist Career

      00:09:29
  • Module 11: Resolve Updates
    • 11.1 Resolve 20.2.2 MasOC Viewer Match

      00:07:27
    • 11.2 ColorTone Diffuser

      00:10:20
$599
  • Course Level All Levels
  • Lessons 50
  • Duration 8 hr
  • Language English
  • Enrolled 1
  • Additional Resource 0
  • Last Update March 10, 2026

course features

Hands-on course projects

Learn by doing, not just watching. This course is packed with engaging course lessons. The course features 15+ project files, organized with industry standards + a takehome assignment in which you can apply your own creative grade

value: $1,000+

luts & powergrades

These LUTs are created with over 15 years of working with global brands. These are not ordinary LUTs. One LUT equals one project. Our power grades cover the entire gamut, We got a power grade for you.

value: $1,000+

break down famous creative grades

Learn directly from a studio that delivers world-class grading every day with techniques we use with real clients on real projects. You’ll learn how to develop your own creative style by knowing the basics and the industry-grade

value: $1,000+

lifetime access, free updates

Enroll once, and have access to it forever, including access to all future updates. All courses are updated with the latest version of DaVinci Resolve, the industry’s leading tool for filmmakers and editors.

value: $1,000+

bi-annual online webinar

Join fellow filmmakers and editors from around the world. Every six months, we open the studio doors again, a live webinar where alumni and new colourists gather, share progress, and dive deeper into the craft.

value: $1,000+

advance your career

This course is a deep-dive of the intimidating Colour Page, breaking down & recreating any creative grade for you to stand out in a crowded creative market with high-demand color grading skills

value: $1,000+

the colour workflow trusted by brands

meet your instructor

hi, my name’s danny!

Certified Trainer for Intro, Edit & Colour
by Blackmagic Design

Founder of Visionary Colour, Danny has worked on global commercials, films, and music videos—bringing stories to life through world-class color grading.

With over a decade of experience, he now shares the techniques and mindset that elevate good edits into unforgettable visuals.

Complete the course and earn

the visionary academy certificate

what filmmakers say about the course

I have been learning color grading workshop from Danny Gan and it has been a great experience. He is a very thoughtful teacher/mentor who puts a lot of thought into how he presents the material. His lessons were engaging, useful, and he always encouraging me to try reapply what i learn during the workshop . I would highly recommend Danny to anyone interested in learning Davinci Resolve Workshop.
Willdan Muse
Tera Content Sdn Bhd,Malaysia
Consistent wohoooo
Faris
Xero Prime,Malaysia
Danny is a great tutor and he did well going in-depth and I just thank him for this service.
Marsden Gordon-Toylor
Marztech Studios,Trinidad
Danny, this course was phenomenal! I learned so much from you and I've already started implementing some of the new tricks you taught me. I might well book another course with you in the future once I'm ready. This was well worth it!
Calvin Schellbach
4 Hundred Ft. Productions,United States
As a first time davinci user, it was easy to follow and catch up, went thru every detail and was really patience with us , truly a great session
moses tan zhi jing
FSEVENONINE STUDIO,Malaysia
The lecturers Danny and Setyo were very generous with their extensive knowledge and experience. They were very patient in guiding the class and making sure we understood the theory and also the technicalities of colour grading. Classes were also light hearted and fun, providing a great atmosphere for learning.
Ian Kirk
Fishermen Integrated,Malaysia
Greatly appreciate the method of teaching the theory and then using them into practical scenarios which are insanely insightful. This class is filled with information that new and senior editors can confidently take home and apply into their editing workflow.
CGF
CGF Studio,Malaysia
Good in delivering the course, appreciate your patience and professionalism. Thanks Danny and Will!
Yuin Chi
AREKA,Malaysia
The whole session was great and easy to understand. The flow of the topic was great. I learned a lot about using DaVinci Resolve that could further convince me to switch to DaVinci Resolve. Thank You
Andrew Chew
ROOM 29 Production,Malaysia
Everything was easy and understandable
FAT
100 Sene,Kosovo
Great lesson and humble person teacher
Jerry Loo
Jpost,Malaysia
It is an interesting workshop that allows me to learn the basic of colour grading and I learn a lot from it. It is fun and easy to follow
Jade
Graph Studio,Malaysia
The session was a talking session where talked through ideas and put them into practice. As a session that was adhoc, it was truly amazing.
Jake Carstens
Sequence Studio,Japan
Danny really knows his stuff! This was the first proper lesson I took for Davinci and it was packed with insightful knowledge that anyone can apply to their workflow. Highly recommended!
Josiah
JNM Creative,Malaysia
Aside from online logistics issues, Danny explains the basics of color grading quite thorough. Recommendeded for beginners who want to jump straight into color grading workflow in Davinci Resolve (DR). Also thanks to him to share out some of his DR workflow tips that can greatly improve productivity.
Chih Wei
Malaysia
Help me understand much on grading
Hadi Hizwan
Malaysia
Totally enjoyed and learned a lot in a comfortable environment but dont forget to notice participant to download the the latest version. Lastlly, thanks to Danny & team it was an amazing workshop #this is the way
Ezhar
Grab,Malaysia
Hope have a more advanced courses in the future
Syafiq
Reka dinamik sdn bhd,Malaysia
such fantastic seassion.i learn lot about color grading, theory garding techniue.color harmony.digital vs flim,colour theory and great time with Mr danny gaan
Sadi
Bangladesh

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FAQ

why should i pay for this course when i can learn from youtube instead?

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

Great question! There are many sites with free resources to help you learn colour grading, if you’re on a tight budget, that’s a great place to start! But if you value your time and prefer a concise learning experience, then this course is for you.

It covers everything you’d need to know to grade beautifully and professionally so you won’t hit any snags in the future. I will also share my techniques and decision-making process which is up-to-date with the latest colour grading knowledge – THAT you can’t find anywhere else.

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