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Color Grading

A consistent grade is what makes a body of work feel like yours. Pick a palette and defend it across every piece.

Name your palette

Describe the grade in words the model understands: the dominant hue, the shadow tone, and the reference stock or film if you have one.

House grade

Muted amber and cream color grade, gentle film grain, soft highlight rolloff, shot on Kodak Portra 400.

Reuse the exact same grade phrase across a series. Consistency is a brand asset.

Structure a prompt like a director’s brief — subject, light, lens, mood, grade.

Lock a face, wardrobe, and vibe across dozens of shots with reference workflows.

Name your light source and quality to control mood before you touch a grade.