| Series |
|---|
How to Simulate Depth of Field: The Theory
Adding Depth to images is the number one skill I learned as I entered the world of commercial grading. I was suddenly thrusted into a world where I have 6 hours to work on just 2 minutes worth of footage. What do you do with all this time?
Add Depth. Sure you can color correct 2 minutes of footage in less than an hour but how do you make it pop?
How do you give the image the extra 20% that takes it from nice to mind blowing and offer the surreal dream feel of most commercials?
In this insight I’ll be showing you the basics of what we do. I talk about dodging and burning, sharpening and blurring and how I look at an image for the first time.
I think new users and old hands alike will find this interesting and the best news is there will be another two parts on this concept coming very soon!
-Dan
-
Adding Depth-of-Field to Video: Sharpening & Blurring In Action
-
Adding Depth-Of-Field To Video : Localized Contrast In Action
-
Adding Depth To Video : Putting Theory Into Action
-
Adding Depth-of-Field Using Selective Sharpening and Blurring
-
How To Simulate Depth-Of-Field In A Shot Using Localized Contrast
-
How to Simulate Depth of Field for Filmic Images: The Theory
