How to Edit Colour and Create your own Style

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    NOTE: Mad Max was directed by George Miller. A sloppy editing error by me. Apologies.
    After my recent video on editing Dramatic Black and White images quite a few of you asked for a video on my colour editing process. I hope I've taken things a little further for you by also getting you to think about create a style and colour consistency for your images which sets you apart. This goes for your professional portfolio and your online platforms like Instagram. For the editing section of the video I've used the Darkroom app, but these techniques are scalable to far more complex programs like Lightroom and Photoshop.
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  • @seantuck
    @seantuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1406

    Some of you have expressed disappointment with this idea of colour consistency, even suggesting that this is 'killing photography'. I hear what you're saying, but you might be missing the point. I think you're confusing a 'subtle colour theme' with 'homogeneity'. I thought it was too obvious to say, but maybe not. YOUR IMAGES SHOULDN'T LACK VARIETY, EITHER IN SUBJECT MATTER OR COLOUR PALETTE, OR PEOPLE WILL GET BORED. This isn't an 'either, or' issue. You can absolutely have all the variety you want in your shots, and still pull a subtle colour theme through in your processing. But editing colour should never remove the individuality of the image. If it does, you've messed up. However stepping back and seeing a subtle theme to the work, like old school photography had with photographers who shot with one particular favourite film stock (McCurry and Kodachrome for example), will give the work a style, as much as the subjects you choose, or the methodology for capturing the images. If that's not for you, that's fine. If you think it's wrong, then avoid it. But I think however that if you look at the photographers you respect they are all pulling through some sort of theme to their core work, to a greater or lesser degree. Maybe there is something to learn from them? I also wouldn't say this is a moral issue, and personally I don't think consistency in your work is a bad thing. You wouldn't accuse Rembrandt of 'having too much brown' in his portraits, or 'killing painting' because his work had a colour consistency. I'm sure when he went outside to paint landscapes his palette changed but his work in the portrait space had a consistency to it. A look which people knew him for and sought him out to deliver. Perhaps I'm speaking more here to people trying to build a portfolio in a specific space. It shouldn't be a rule for you, and it should never kill creativity. Remember this is just free advice which you are equally free to ignore. Ultimately, the simple answer is, do what you want. I think I'm offering my opinion from what I've seen as a professional photographer in the digital age with some understanding of what clients are looking for, but you're right. If you're just shooting for yourself for the expression of it, don't let anyone give you rules. Do whatever you want. Genuinely.

    • @richardwonka
      @richardwonka 6 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Sean Tucker : The voice of reason? What next?!? :D
      Thank you for being level headed in this field.

    • @piyushmishra7791
      @piyushmishra7791 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sean Tucker fitting reply! Freedom to all in what they want to do

    • @barryhackett6551
      @barryhackett6551 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Sean... I am truly grateful that you took the time to so thoroughly break down your perspective on this topic. Consistency and I guess you could say the approach of "dedicating yourself to one style" is honestly something that has been causing me a lot of creative distress since the point at which I transitioned from someone who enjoys photography to someone who wants to take it very seriously. I agree that I am attracted to portfolios and feeds that curate a consistent offering and shy away from ones that lack that consistency. If I see a palate of muted tones featuring nature and all of a sudden there is a hyper saturated image thrown into the mix it turns me off. Here is where I struggle in two areas. One... I enjoy photographing a diverse set of subjects from nature to portraits, and I have some very good portrait work that I just can't feature on my instagram page (for example) because it is more commercial and color rich. It is hard enough to gain traction on one account little lone curating 2 or more for your different outlets. I don't enjoy having to compartmentalize my creativity. Secondly, I love different looks, dark and moody primarily, but also vibrant and poppy, and then the clean white minimalistic approach is also appealing. How do you deal with committing to one thing and going all in? Is there room for multiple styles within the sub rankings of an artists portfolio? How do you market yourself to potential clients with one look when you are fully capable of being creative in multiple styles. This is my quandary. Thanks for your consideration. As I am still working this out I would love and appreciate any feedback on my page at @von_blackfoot on IG.

    • @barryhackett6551
      @barryhackett6551 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      A few more thoughts, I really feel like this video was my wholly grail so thank you again for taking the time. I think this will change a lot for me. It makes sense to me to start photographing with intent, and plan to commit to a stylistic thread for a given period of time and then potentially and subtly transition into a new theme, as the seasons do naturally, or as a plant grows or the skies temperature changes. It doesn't occur abruptly and I see that being the reason we are instinctively drawn to consistency in portfolios. But things do inevitably change and so do we. We must or we become stagnate. I think I will make a greater effort to model my photography around this premise and try to photograph the color palates of the seasons and the mood of the atmosphere at that time. It is also interesting and exciting to go out with an artistic objective, knowing that you will be committed to it for a specific period of time but not ultimately owned by the confines of it for eternity.

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Thanks for such a thoughtful response Barry. I think 2 things. 1. Your style should never be your rule. It will evolve over time and it should be held loosely in the hand and not applied to rigorously. As you grow you will exchange older, weaker images for newer, stronger one, and if your style is adapting this will naturally feed through at the same time. 2. I only apply a subtle colour consistency to a subset of my work. I think my portrait for example have a colour theme to them (yet some are still very different from others)... www.seantucker.photography/people ... but this differs from my more experimental and carefree images on my Instagram account (even though they have their own loose colour theme)... instagram.com/seantuck ... That's the approach I have taken but you will have to balance your work out and choose which direction you want to go. Again thanks for the interesting questions.

  • @dreamcatcher3622
    @dreamcatcher3622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +346

    Without a trace of a doubt, THE single most intelligent photography channel on TH-cam.

    • @robinbaranov1843
      @robinbaranov1843 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      dream catcher agreed! The way Sean breaks it down is one of the easiest ways to understand!

    • @natsparaccio
      @natsparaccio 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      facts

    • @meetthehockers4259
      @meetthehockers4259 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agreed, him and Jamie Windsor

    • @omersjjd
      @omersjjd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bestest youtuber ever

    • @jordanjoestar8839
      @jordanjoestar8839 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice having it not starting with a hypebeast screaming "YO YO YO WHATS UP TH-cam!!! TODAY I'M GONNA SHOW YOU A DOPE ASS WAY TO GET THAT PROFESSIONAL INSTA-GRAMMER LOOK!!!"

  • @elitistsport2567
    @elitistsport2567 6 ปีที่แล้ว +376

    Funny how 20 people can try to explain a concept but there's that one person who can explain it with very little effort but for some reason they choose and the tone at which they say them,speaks to you. Well that you my friend. Love the videos.

    • @vamp07
      @vamp07 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Elitist Sport I have been following his channel for a while. With this video and the BW version I just became a true fan.

    • @rogerhuston8287
      @rogerhuston8287 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it is funny how people think that being able to covey ideas in an easy to understand and apparent effortless manner as easy and effortless to do. It is not. "If you want me to talk for two hours I can do that today. If you only want me to speak for 20min,it will take me two weeks to prepare."

  • @WALKITOFFDavidSmith
    @WALKITOFFDavidSmith 6 ปีที่แล้ว +491

    This is exactly what I've been struggling with lately. My images are good but I process each differently depending on what I feel the image lends itself to. My results are good individual images but as a gallery it appears to be all over the place with no consistency. I have work to do. Thank you VERY much for a great video.

    • @anthonyjriz3
      @anthonyjriz3 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      im in the exact same boat

    • @samross28
      @samross28 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      my problem also. Im really struggling with a consistent edit style. =(

    • @haro82
      @haro82 6 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Nothing wrong with that... the consistency might be in your style of shooting rather than your color palette.

    • @poeticlyskuac
      @poeticlyskuac 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I stopped worrying about having any one theme.... I went and did photo meet and had 4 models post my shot the day after I gave them to them. Each was different... one was retro with flat tones and hard light, another was muted tones but saturated blues, another easy sharp and contrast, the last was shadow play with very earthy tones.... I edited each differently... and yet imo you can still see it's my work. I use a very cool temperature... flatten it out and matte it while lifting some shadows... but it's all my work and when you look at it it definitely looks like my work.

    • @asharsakir87
      @asharsakir87 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same here

  • @FeatherandtheWind
    @FeatherandtheWind 6 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    First time I've ever heard someone talk about the colors you don't want. That really helps. Thanks

  • @l.s.11
    @l.s.11 6 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    Never thought about it like that - "what colors DON'T you see". Awesome advice!

  • @aspected
    @aspected 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You have to be one of the best photo content creators on this platform. The way you present information is so clear and easy to understand. Thank you!

  • @dhavaljayswal3870
    @dhavaljayswal3870 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! The most beautiful thing about videos is that you really say out the basic fundamentals of the photography and post processing without changing the person and encouraging them to be them selves. Appreciated! Period!

  • @ANoteToSelf
    @ANoteToSelf 6 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Wow! I am feeling a huge lack of confidence as an amateur, but you're an inspiration! I had no clue that you were colorblind.

  • @distomos8118
    @distomos8118 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    At this point I‘ve watched a couple of clips and I want to thank you for your inspiring advices. They‘re very much appreciated! Providing insights beyond gear and techniques is one of your biggest assets. Being an introvert myself, I can very well relate with your narrative. Keep up the good work and don‘t let anyone discourage you.

  • @QPro_9
    @QPro_9 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been in a creative rut for about 3 months & am beginning to teach others about both photography & filmmaking, so this would be a brilliant addition to my playlist.
    It absolutely helped me!

  • @ksbarrett3
    @ksbarrett3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been watching hundreds of videos since getting into photography over the last couple of months, and this is by far the best video when it comes to editing and creating your own style. Thanks for putting this out there for us newbies!

  • @seantuck
    @seantuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +278

    NOTE: Mad Max was directed by George Miller. My bad. I must have missed a copy and paste on the titling.

    • @HuntaDaKilla
      @HuntaDaKilla 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I thought so lol

    • @jazz1986926
      @jazz1986926 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really helpful!!!

    • @specialized41
      @specialized41 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beautiful video, very very uselfull information for Hobby photographer like me. Thanks @Sean Tucker

  • @msquare91
    @msquare91 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of the most helpful videos I've ever seen to help me grow as an amateur photographer and find more of a consistent style. I knew something was missing but I couldn't put my finger on what. Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge and the concrete examples in real time.

  • @michellekeyte4447
    @michellekeyte4447 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have only recently discovered you as a photographer and You Tuber. I love your work. There is something so honest and refreshing about what you do. Really dig your style. Keep doing what you do.

  • @Juesterduester
    @Juesterduester 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sean, I simply have no idea how it is possible that I've never come across your videos. This level of substance and consistency is hard to find on youtube. Thank you!

  • @seth4321
    @seth4321 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This the first time that I've actually wrapped my head around the actual concepts and science of coloring my photos. What rocked my world was when you said, "It's as much about the colors that you DON'T see as the colors you DO see." That completely changes the game for me. Thanks so much for the terrific explanation. A job well done good sir. Also, your work is really terrific. I just checked it out on Instagram. Can't wait to see where you go from here. Cheers!

  • @footfeathers
    @footfeathers 6 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Really clear and informative. I have trouble going too strong when color correcting, so this is a nice reinforcement to keep it more conservative and find a unique and consistent style.

  • @natsparaccio
    @natsparaccio 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    after watching this video a few months ago, my photography has absolutely shifted. i'm creating more, i'm getting more clients, i'm more proud of and connected to what i create. this was the little piece of the puzzle that i needed. thank you so much.

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats!

  • @jamesrutterphotography
    @jamesrutterphotography 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    found your videos a couple of days ago and feel like youre possibly one of the best at explaining and visually showing what it is your talking about in such a clear manner that its so easy to learn from

  • @richarddutchholland4780
    @richarddutchholland4780 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thanks for taking the time out to make these videos Sean.... Fair play you make everyone who takes an image with an iPhone to a d810 user feel the same. That don't happen very often on TH-cam.

  • @dunnadidit
    @dunnadidit 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Great advice as always Sean! I love your videos! I am dropping one tomorrow that borrows a lot of inspiration from your video style! Thanks for all you do!

  • @nicholasfreilich1851
    @nicholasfreilich1851 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a phenomenal teacher. Such clarity, humility, and understated joy. I learned more about editing color in these 15 minutes than I have in years of trying to piece it together on my own. Thank you.

  • @devilOeyes
    @devilOeyes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honestly, I've watched like a hundred videos of editing tutorials but I still felt lost until I watched yours. You really captured the thought process, reasonings, and used examples. All was clearly explained and I feel I can finally go edit my photos "independently"

  • @sequoyaporter954
    @sequoyaporter954 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video!!!! I love how you explained everything. I've watched plenty of YT videos on editing and not once has someone stated about removing colors you don't want to see. You"ve made me look at my whole editing process in a whole different way. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and creativity.

  • @chronicallyoverit74
    @chronicallyoverit74 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Perfect timing for me, this explained what I was missing without realising it. The explanation and examples were brilliant. Thank you!

  • @Tommanion
    @Tommanion 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve struggled to understand how to achieve colour consistency for so long, and now I’ve watched this video, I suddenly get it! Thank you for creating this simple and understandable video Sean, it really will help my photography!

  • @karlthefirst8690
    @karlthefirst8690 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video was so good, Sean. I’ve been a serious hobby photographer for a few years now but am just getting around to attempting the climb towards some semblance of consistency and, as many people have no doubt expressed in the comments below, you took a subject that SO many people on TH-cam have tried to explain and actually EXPLAINED it. And in a way I get, even as a relative beginner. Thank you!

  • @foreigncreep92
    @foreigncreep92 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video made me subscribe to your youtube channel, I cannot stress how useful of a video this was so thank you for your great, easy to understand, content. You feel like a genuine, honest and modest professional photographer.

  • @ZayasRaymond1
    @ZayasRaymond1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Exactly the advice I needed! My editing has been all over the place, I've been looking for a way to be more consistent and develop my own style.

  • @viera996multi
    @viera996multi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This became my favourite photography channel on TH-cam. You pictures are great, your videos, even though long, are very informative, not boring at all, and keep me alert. You make no typical youtuber bs, you go straight to the point and stick to the topic. Great work!

  • @michaelwas7686
    @michaelwas7686 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sean Tucker you have changed the way I will edit for the rest of my career. I’ve watched many tutorials on how to get a certain palette or look in my photos and everyone has went towards a method of changing all the colors using individual R.G.B channels the H.S.L tab and camera calibration. No one has ever enlightened me about removing the colors. The fact that achieving a mood or look is done through making the photo not just about the colors you do see, but about the ones you don’t blows my mind I feel so stupid for never realizing this. I am so happy you made this video you are truly brilliant. Thank you, I will remember this forever.

  • @BarkandJack
    @BarkandJack 6 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Brilliant video. I know the look I want, but I haven't been able to figure out how to make it. This has shown me. Thanks.

    • @oudomsambatchorn851
      @oudomsambatchorn851 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bark and Jack how to know the look you actually want ? I’m I stupid or what ? I only able to see others but not my own vision can u help ?

    • @carolinewalker237
      @carolinewalker237 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess you could kind of start with a color palette and base that off the pictures you wanna take/ edit.

    • @Consultelainewilliams
      @Consultelainewilliams 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree. This tutorial was simply done and talk me a lot.

  • @AlexanderRichterTD
    @AlexanderRichterTD 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What an awesome production value, on the point and the mix of BW and color looks fantastic! Wow!

  • @nirajchitalia
    @nirajchitalia 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sean you are simply generous in sharing your knowledge. You are giving the right kind of pointers right from your very first video on product shoots that I had watched like 2 years ago. Watching your video helps one get the concept right. Great work!

  • @MarceloGori
    @MarceloGori 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For someone who does not see well to the colors you see better than most of us!!!!! Definitely Sean is a shining star!!!!! Thanks so much for another great video!!!!

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks buddy

  • @linjasonlin
    @linjasonlin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this is a great video. explaining the big picture and then giving an example on how to proceed.

  • @jenniferclaudio8937
    @jenniferclaudio8937 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this. I had never thought to desaturate a color if I didn't think it would work in an image. I will definitely try this on the next set of photos I edit.

  • @greentenrninja6452
    @greentenrninja6452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos Sean. I enjoy how you don’t show just your side of photography but bring others in as well. I feel your videos have taught me a lot and help me think more about the pictures I do/will take.

  • @SergioGVasco
    @SergioGVasco 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally someone capable of pulling off a video on creating a personal style regarding post-processing in a simple, very practical, very objective kind of way. Congratulations on your channel, and on your work, some of which i've been following. Thanks for sharing this. Take care!

  • @Alex_Ochoa
    @Alex_Ochoa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was awesome, and so good to hear, I am also colourblind mild dueten as well and it has been a insecurity of mine as a photographer, like you said putting out photos thinking that I can't get the skin tones, but I have learned to pay extra close attention to my weakness and work with it 👌

  • @InLoto
    @InLoto 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the video! I like the simplicity you explain, everybody need take his decision about how they gonna look they final work, the concept of your video it's a option to make his own style (a part of the equation of course). Thanks again!

  • @NickIrvineFortescue
    @NickIrvineFortescue 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sean, your videos are stunning. There is clearly so much work put into them but they come across gently, subtely, and simply whilst taking on complex subjects at depth. It is a beautiful mix that i am impressed with every time i see one of your videos.
    Your calm demeanour suits instructional videos very well and I am thankful that you are sharing your outlook and vibe with the community.

  • @suzanne3t
    @suzanne3t 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Holy moly! Talking through your color-editing choices and process on Halide was FANTASTIC! I love it! Thank you!

  • @pattyconnelly8823
    @pattyconnelly8823 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've spent several hundred dollars on editing courses and learned more in 17 minutes watching this video. Much thanks!

  • @craiggagnon8407
    @craiggagnon8407 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love this video Sean. I have often felt bad for adjusting colour in my photos, other photographers, and so called professionals can be pretty harsh. But I'm often telling a story, relating how a moment made me feel, and using colour, or other slight adjustments help to do this. Thank you for posting a video that is more on my own wavelength. Cheers

    • @TheGeorgeD13
      @TheGeorgeD13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes it’s storytelling. As long as you’re not doing something like photojournalism (where it’s standard practice to not edit photos as you want it to look exactly as it was when you took it, your showing reality), edit away man! The way I look at photography is that you use the camera and the post processing tools to convey how you see the world. I see the world with colors that pop, which means often upping the saturation and contrast levels to give that effect while in post processing.

  • @haniqassim
    @haniqassim 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video changed my view on my photography. You're videos are deep, genuine, and focused. You're awesome Sean !! Thank you !!!

  • @RohannvanRensburg
    @RohannvanRensburg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, talk about thought-provoking. Brilliantly delivered, thank you.
    This is true in literally any field of creativity. I recoil at the thought of having to commit and be "restricted", but in reality this is done tastefully when done subtly, as you mention. Having different projects is what artists have done over time to evolve style or experiment; I think your concept of categorization is a brilliant idea. I'm not sure what style I want yet, but I think separating "Portrait", "Landscape", etc is a good idea. Just as musicians, directors and painters tend to gravitate towards a particular style or have recurring "motifs", applying the same sense of "pattern" is a brilliant idea in photography -- after all, we're pattern seekers, and finding these patterns is the basis of every pursuit of inquiry and art found in our experience.

  • @TheBiteShot
    @TheBiteShot 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    One of my other favorites, Joel Grimes, is color blind. 📸

  • @BruceMcGrath1954
    @BruceMcGrath1954 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Sean, I've learnt a little bit more about this crazy game called photography. Went back and looked at my "enthusiast" portfolio, and o'dear I need to take your advice. Maybe break my portfolio into two groups. Great lesson, keep 'em coming.

  • @HuntaDaKilla
    @HuntaDaKilla 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I do have to say. You are the best at presenting the features of Square Space. i have seen a lot of people promote it in their videos with really saying why I would want to use it. So far you touch on a variety of points in each video. Good job!

  • @vamp07
    @vamp07 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Over time I have seen this topic tackled many times. You do one of the best jobs I’ve seen of explaining it in simple terms. Thank you

  • @trackhos
    @trackhos 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    just stumbled on your channel as i was trying to learn color grading in FCPX, and loved the video you did on grading. so i figured i'd check out another of your videos. how on earth do you only have 200k subs? that's criminal. you're so articulate and your work is awesome. good stuff!

  • @Skill_Issue92
    @Skill_Issue92 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    so helpful and straight to the point on the editing!

  • @sdfth491
    @sdfth491 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for putting this together Sean. for the longest time I had the wildest color ranges and looks throughout my portfolio, then I became a preset guy (not much better), then started messing with colors when I stumbled across your video. this is amazing, I now have some consistency, thanks for the insight.

  • @Adzer2k10
    @Adzer2k10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I first started photography I made the mistake of trying to add too much colours. As I've learned more I've found that consistency is key and many times less can be much more when it comes to colour. This is a great video on it.

  • @haydonwolski8528
    @haydonwolski8528 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    duuudddee, this was so good. No other video I have seen has explained HSL as well as this one. Subscribed

  • @derekalv911
    @derekalv911 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Sean, your videos are so amazing. I've been really focused on color in my photos lately, so this couldn't have come at a better time. Your techniques and demonstrations give me a clear, methodical approach to edit my own photos, without just fiddling with all the sliders and stopping when it looks OK.
    Looking forward to the day when you release a full course :D

    • @valkje8
      @valkje8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Derek Alvarado same here. Keep up the good work Sean! You deserve a bigger audience on youtube.

  • @traeshelton
    @traeshelton 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you 100x over for this! Not to mention, for almost a five year old video, that was THE best and most persuasive Square Space ad I've seen. Awesome, awesome, awesome...

  • @rishabh2681
    @rishabh2681 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been looking at color editing tutorials for the past few days, and this might be the single most important video I've seen on how to approach colors and shape your own style through experimentation. Thanks a lot!

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate

  • @adnebjerkeli1
    @adnebjerkeli1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The most usefull editing video I've seen in a long time😊 thank you

  • @GiseleKarine
    @GiseleKarine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    OMG! What an excelent video. I never thought on that like this... what I don't want to see? I think some of photographys are afraid to tell this to begginers

  • @coccoborde
    @coccoborde 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you. this is exactly what i needed to get
    from letting my photos dictate where my style goes
    to guiding my photos towards consistency in my style.

  • @whitetr6
    @whitetr6 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the most useful video I've seen on establishing a style, something I struggle with because of shooting such a wide range of subjects. Thank you Sean!

  • @DominereEvansPhotography
    @DominereEvansPhotography 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Every time I try copying someone else’s style, I always revert back to this video. Creating my own style.

    • @rolandaustria7926
      @rolandaustria7926 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been doing the exact thing ever since I started photography as a hobby. I copy the styles and color grading of people whose photos I liked. Then I noticed I seem to gravitate towards warmer and lighter/bright tones. I'm still not there yet, but I think I've found what I want with my photos.

  • @WilliamNevius
    @WilliamNevius 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This was amazing dude!! Thank you!!

  • @dreamtheaterstryper
    @dreamtheaterstryper 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a pro photographer for 28 years and still (or therefore) enjoyed this well, well done vid! Great! Thank you! I mostly toned pictures (shadows and lights) to give them a certain look and a consistent appearance for my clients. I of course use all the mentioned faders on a daily basis - still- never used them exactly and consequently like you showed here. Will definitely start doing so from now! Again: You made a great video here and to show it on a simple app on a phone is pure genius! Well done!

  • @marphaman
    @marphaman 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not necessarily new info for me but the way you narrate is addictive. It is so positive. I really enjoy your channel and work. Thank you!

  • @fahadbashraheel1187
    @fahadbashraheel1187 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for the video.
    I learned something new today.
    "It's about the colors that you don't see"

  • @valleyfilmsuk
    @valleyfilmsuk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Man I love your your videos sooooo much! 👌😊 You are a true inspiration to the indie photographers and I would have never expected to find out you were particularly color blind! ⬛⬜ 😀📷

  • @slowbrewsunday
    @slowbrewsunday 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow I thought this was such a helpful and informative video - I've watched a ton of different TH-cam videos on colour grading and tone curves and this was so well thought out and explained. I could really see the development of a consistent style emerging when you showed the photos together at the end which is exactly what I'm hoping to achieve more of so thank you.

  • @alexdsz1989
    @alexdsz1989 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Third or fourth time watching this. Each time it brings something else to the table that I missed, regardless of the simple and straightforward the message was in the first place.
    Sean, yours are the only channel that I make a point to really watch every new video you put out.
    Thanks again for the work you pour into this.

  • @nunocardoso6785
    @nunocardoso6785 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have the same color blind problem! thanks for the tips men!

  • @Techcrackk
    @Techcrackk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am mild Deutarnopia color-blind too! I feel you. Btw you're so awesome.

  • @ChrisConner1
    @ChrisConner1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the most helpful lesson I've seen on how to use HSL sliders and to achieve consistency in images.

  • @mackjacobs3580
    @mackjacobs3580 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You broke me down about that colorblind man. And you're video really covers what I've been searching. Just so complete I felt like crying. Much love man. More grâce to you

  • @YousifPhotoshopTutorials
    @YousifPhotoshopTutorials 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    that was awesome ♥

  • @valleyfilmsuk
    @valleyfilmsuk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Alright quick question for future video: Where do you draw the line between getting the perfect shot and being un-intrusive in live events such as weddings and performances.
    Cheers man! Really hope you'll be able to get to this one 😊
    Love your videos, keep it up! 😀

  • @spandsbab
    @spandsbab 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Sean, you're the most inspirational photphotographer I have watched here in TH-cam, always offering different ways of seeing things

  • @HornyCactus
    @HornyCactus 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, I'm so glad I found you here on youtube, I like the way you express yourself , and things you talk about are just so helpful for a wanna-be photographer, best wishes for you.

  • @LarsWaltherFilm
    @LarsWaltherFilm 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This has been a topic I've been aching to see. Thank you so so so much!
    I would love to see you working on portraits more though, if that's possible without to much of a hassle.
    Keep up the good work, you're top notch! Thank you!

  • @geckonia
    @geckonia 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for the Darkroom app enlightenment. 👍🏼😳👍🏼

  • @blindphotographerbudapest4151
    @blindphotographerbudapest4151 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your channel is teaching me a lot. Thank you.
    I'm not colour blind but I am almost blind. I can relate to this feeling of "I'm posting crap and I can't see it," adding up with "and no one is going to tell me because of sympathy." But I have to do it anyway.
    Photography helps me to see the smaller details later and remember better all the places I have been to. It's nice to notice a photographer who is not just shooting because of money and shallow beauty. You really go deeper than that and I appreciate it very much.

  • @crislombao
    @crislombao 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip, consistency. Always was focused in trying to bring the most true and attractive image and never thought of the consistency. Thank you!

  • @denverllewellyn671
    @denverllewellyn671 6 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Why do people need to pay for a College photography class again? Haha. Awesome video Sean! I am learning so much from your content and I just think your whole style is absolutely fantastic! You inspire and motivate me so much! Much oblidged!

    • @teresabeaumont5597
      @teresabeaumont5597 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Denver Llewellyn I went to learn film 🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @CountryLifeChannel
      @CountryLifeChannel 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Denver Llewellyn I agree, the whole higher education is bubble waiting to be popped. Especially for the creative industry.

    • @averycash9899
      @averycash9899 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, but some customers or companies who aren't into photography want to know you have "basic and advanced" training. Same with graphic design.
      You could learn it on youtube.

    • @LexonyAble
      @LexonyAble 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Especially when you're starting it's definitely helpful. An employer can't decide on you vs the other guy. They most likely gonna pick the guy with a diploma / certificate etc.

    • @p5rsona
      @p5rsona 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@averycash9899 Your portfolio will speak volumes compared to a degree. And if they still insist on a degree, walk away.

  • @mahamza86
    @mahamza86 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Another great and simple tutorial. Thanks. I m going to try this technique. Is there any way to guess what color palette was used in a pic or screenshot of a movie?

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Hamza Khawaja take a screenshot and use the colour picker in photoshop to see what colours they are using in different tones. Otherwise it's just learned to see it for yourself.

    • @mahamza86
      @mahamza86 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sean Tucker Thanks. I m experimenting right now.

    • @imssomnia
      @imssomnia 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There`s a tool in Adobe Illustrator called "create a mosaic" (object--->create object mosaic) that allows you to make a grid with the color palette of the image (maybe it's not called exactly like that but my Illustrator is in spanish). That's how I create color palletes from images, or at least the fast way. It's a great tool.

    • @rjabreu89
      @rjabreu89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use this coolors.co/ it helps me find palettes from real world images to use in design for my apps but after video I will start using it for photography as well

    • @elmegade3
      @elmegade3 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      wow. Cool app you linked to there. Fan!

  • @vitalsiordia2529
    @vitalsiordia2529 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so important. Thank you so much for talking about It. This is exactly what I've been struggling with. I wasn't sure if it was just my perception, cause I felt exactly this way when looking at my portfolio, like there was too many different color schemes and it felt confusing and inconsistent. It was a gut feeling about the way I've been treating my images. I felt like I've been constantly coping others, following other's style instead of finding my own. Thank you again, Sean. ✌🏼

  • @gryzman
    @gryzman 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazingly simple and detailed at the same time. Love the way you explain things Sean!

  • @alexandros-markovits
    @alexandros-markovits 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Grand budapest has really interesting color palette as well. Nice images btw.

    • @DominikHauserVideo
      @DominikHauserVideo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thats Wes Anderson's Style in general, you have to watch his other movies if you liked Grand Budapest Hotel. You won't be disappointed :)

    • @alexandros-markovits
      @alexandros-markovits 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dominik Hauser Yup he is good. I see he is about to make one called isle of dogs, this might be pretty good too

  • @Doemphi
    @Doemphi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Sean, you should check out moviesincolor.com. It's a website that shows the color palette from movies.

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very cool thanks.

  • @victoriacortez905
    @victoriacortez905 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NO ONE has explained these concepts in color like you have. Thank you so much!

  • @tiagocferreirinha
    @tiagocferreirinha 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sean, this was the video that made me a subscriber. Haven't seen such a style defining video in a ver long time. Congratulations!

  • @5b113f1a
    @5b113f1a 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally someone tells me something useful that help me to create a consistent theme

  • @NigelWarren
    @NigelWarren 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was such a wonderful and useful followup to your black & white processing video. You brought home aspects of color processing I hadn't understood before. Thanks so much for making this.

  • @encon92
    @encon92 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I only recently started following your channel and don't commonly comment, but this was great explanation and demonstration. I didn't know what was wrong with the style of my images and how to make them consistent. I would edit them wildly different from each other, thinking they needed their own special attention.
    The information you have shared here is going to drastically change the way I approach my editing. Thank you for a great explanation.

  • @HashTakMedia
    @HashTakMedia 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I found out I was colourblind as a kid I was told that I should probably stay away from creative ventures, so this video from a fellow colourblind Sean is an inspiration!
    Only really got serious about photography recently, and your videos have helped me to learn so much in a short space of time. Thank you so much, and keep them coming!

  • @clue156
    @clue156 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have never thought about the colors I don't see in portfolios of pro photographers... Thank you for that!!

  • @christessone2486
    @christessone2486 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was so helpful, Sean! I love to shoot B&W, and I like the simplicity of editing B&W. I shoot some color, on film and digital, but find editing really intimidating. This clarified color for me in a way no one else has been able to.

  • @anthonyhedger4301
    @anthonyhedger4301 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Sean, it's always great to see how you professionals do your work. Great video

  • @jpr-tech
    @jpr-tech 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    One word = GENIUS!!! Why have I never bumped into this thought before?!
    I often see so instagramers/TH-camrs with their style or their "COLOR".
    I am building my portfolio and put out videos in TH-cam (photography/videography/tech reviews and how to vids), but I knew I was always missing "My Style" and your video just hit the nail on the coffin.
    I've tried playing with LUTs (my own) and color wheels. But you explained it so simple, REMOVE the color I don't want! THANKS!!! I'm gonna give this a try!