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Live Webinar, “Color Grading Demystified: A Director’s Approach”

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    November 29, 2023 10:50 AM PST

    Live Webinar. Register Free.

    “Color Grading Demystified: A Director’s Approach”
    Led by Multi-Emmy® Award-Winning Filmmaker Shane Stanley

    • Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
    • Time: 10:00am to 11:15am PST (California Time)
    • Host: StudentFilmmakers.com
    • Location: Online via Zoom
    • How to Register: Click here to sign up FREE.
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    What You Will Learn:

    Dive into the world of color grading and its impact on the visual tone of your film. Directors will learn how to communicate effectively with colorists and make informed decisions to enhance the overall atmosphere. Filmmakers of all levels will gain a better understanding of the role color plays in storytelling.

    Ask Shane Your Questions:

    Ask Shane your questions and explore the fascinating realm of color grading and its influence on your film’s visual vibe. Discover how directors can effectively communicate with colorists and make smart choices to boost the overall atmosphere of their projects. Filmmakers at any skill level will gain valuable insights into the storytelling power of color. Don’t miss out on the chance to deepen your understanding and enhance your filmmaking skills!

    About Our Instructor:

    SHANE STANLEY ~ Filmmaker

    Shane Stanley is a multi-Emmy® Award-winning filmmaker and best-selling author who grew up in/around “the biz” in Hollywood starting as a childhood actor who appeared on-screen in over 100 projects with Hollywood legends which included June Lockhart, Lloyd Haynes, and David Arkin.

    Along with his father, Lee, Shane produced The Desperate Passage Series which was nominated for 33 individual Emmy® Awards winning 13 statues. Two specials from the series went on to become successful feature films including Gridiron Gang, which was acquired by Sony Pictures and became the #1 box office hit starring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson which Shane executive produced. Additionally, he has overseen and produced dozens of big-budget motion pictures which have starred Marlon Brando, Mira Sorvino, Thomas Hayden Church, Donald Sutherland, Marisa Tomei, Sean Penn, John Travolta, and Charlie Sheen.

    Shane made his directorial debut with a film he also wrote entitled A Sight for Sore Eyes which was invited to screen at Cannes the following year. His directing credits include the romantic-comedy, Mistrust, starring two-time Golden Globe® and Emmy® Award winner Jane Seymour and Night Train which reached #1 on Hulu for an astonishing 4 weeks.

    Currently, Shane is in post-production on Six Days in Evergreen, a music-drama starring Penelope Ann Miller, Dawn Olivieri, A. Martinez, and is prepping to direct a psychological thriller for legendary producer, Mario Kassar.

    His book, “What You Don’t Learn in Film School,” a best-seller was listed by CNN, FORBES, and BOOK AUTHORITY among the Best Filmmaking Books of All-Time, which covers independent filmmaking from concept to delivery. It has landed on required reading lists at several universities around the world and is endorsed by some of the most respected names in Hollywood.

    He is on several advisory boards for film schools and art programs across the country and is active in charities supporting cancer research, restoring hope for inner-city youth, and animal rescue. They live in Los Angeles.

    Please visit: shanestanley.net and whatyoudontlearninfilmschool.com for more info.