CHAPTER 3
Primary Color Correction: Color Control Primer
Many of the concepts discussed in the tonal chapters continue to be applicable as we advance the discussion of how to control the hue and saturation of the image. These changes in hue and saturation are rarely done globally. In other words, across the entire image equally, we’ll use elements of the tonal corrections to isolate and “qualify” our corrections as we continue.
Balancing the Image
One of the most basic chores a colorist must accomplish is to “balance” the image. This means that any unwanted color cast is eliminated from the image.
Along with spreading the tonal range of the picture, which was covered in the first chapter, “balancing” the image is the other main aspect of primary ...
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