The Magic Mask can be used to isolate your subject from the background, but you can also use it with other forms of masking for greater control over your image.
For example, you can invert the mask to grade only the background.
Or combine it with Power Windows to further isolate parts of the image.
Used in context with all your grading tools, you’ll be able to quickly control the parts of your image however you’d like.
In this video from Color Grading Insights, you’ll learn about:
- Color balancing a clip
- Adjusting contrast
- Adjusting saturation with Color Warper
- Isolating subject with Magic Mask
- Tracking the bask
- Inverting the mask to adjust the background
- Adding a gradient Power Window
- Grading with the Log Wheels
- Combining a Qualifier key with Power Window
Gedaly is the Founder and Lead Educator of DVResolve.com and is Blackmagic Design Certified Master Trainer. He’s edited commercials for major brands and has done color & VFX for independent films. He consults on post-production workflow and creating online education. Gedaly is the co-founder of Working.Actor, a former marketing manager for large brands, and creates original film projects with his production company Razee.