pWritten both for students and working professionals, this book walks readers step-by-step through the foundations of color grading for projects of any size, from music videos and commercials to full-length features.p pIn this clear, practical, and software-agnostic guide, author Charles Haine introduces readers to the technical and artistic side of color grading and color correction. iColor Grading 101i balances technical chapters like color-matching, mastering, and compression with artistic chapters like contrastaffinity, aesthetic trends, and building a color plani. iThe book also includes more business-focused chapters detailing best practices and expert advice on working with clients, managing a team, working with VFX, and building a business. An accompanying eResource offers downloadable footage and project files to help readers work through the exercises and examples in the book.p pThis booki iserves as a perfect introduction for aspiring colorists as well as editors, cinematogr