Get a Cinematic Look Fast in DaVinci Resolve

Have you ever watched a beautifully color-graded video and thought, "How do they make it look like a movie?" Good news: you don't need to be a professional colorist or spend hours tweaking settings to achieve that cinematic look.

In this class, you'll learn how to create stunning cinematic visuals in DaVinci Resolve — quickly, easily, and without overwhelming technical jargon.

What You'll Learn

How to get cinematic looks using the free version of DaVinci Resolve with built-in tools and LUTs
Advanced workflows using DaVinci Resolve Studio, including Film Look Creator and Halation effects
How to use external plugins like Dehancer Pro for professional-grade film emulation (with a free trial available)
Best project settings and color management setups for both Mac and Windows to ensure accurate color output
How to color grade both Rec.709 and Log footage from cameras like Sony and Canon
Practical techniques for adjusting exposure, contrast, skin tones, vignetting, and color separation
Efficient node structures, shortcuts, and real-world workflows to speed up your editing process

Who This Class Is For

Video editors and content creators who want a cinematic look without advanced color grading knowledge
DaVinci Resolve users who already understand the basics of the software (this class is not for total beginners)
Creators using either the free or Studio version of DaVinci Resolve
Anyone curious about Dehancer Pro and whether it’s worth integrating into their workflow

Note: If you're new to DaVinci Resolve, consider taking my complete beginner course first to understand the basics of editing and the color page.

Tools Covered

DaVinci Resolve Free and Studio
Color Space Transform and LUT workflows
Film Look Creator (Studio only)
Halation, Bloom, and Film Grain tools
Dehancer Pro Plugin (optional but highly recommended)

Resources

Who am I?

My name is Adi, and I am a videographer based in the Netherlands. Since I got my first camera back in 2015 to capture my travels, I am hooked on videography! Every day I learned something new and eventually, I started my own video production company and YouTube channel! I learned all the ins and outs of videography online or by self-teaching, and I would love to share my knowledge with all of you!

My equipment
Check the gear I use: Adi Singh (@letsmeetabroad) gear • Kit

Let's connect!
My YouTube channel: Let’s Meet Abroad
Instagram: @letscreateonline @letsmeetabroad

Danny Montoya

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