Introduction to DaVinci Resolve - [Full Course] for Beginners (2024)

Tutorial: Introduction to DaVinci Resolve - [Full Course] for Beginners (2024)

Channel: Casey Faris

Description:

• Download project and media files here: https://www.groundcontrol.film/intro-files
• Don't forget the FREE DaVinci Resolve Resource Guide: https://www.groundcontrol.film/free-PDF
• FREE Fusion Mini-Course: https://www.groundcontrol.film/survival-guide
• The 9 Nodes You Need to Make (Almost) Anything in Fusion: https://www.groundcontrol.film/9-nodes-workshop

Overview: This full course for beginners covers all the essential aspects of DaVinci Resolve, a powerful video editing software. It includes chapters on the Media Page, Edit Page, Cut Page, Fusion Page, Color Page, Fairlight Page, and Deliver Page. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to create your own videos in DaVinci Resolve, from importing media to final render.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

   • Begin by watching the introduction to understand the course's structure and objectives.

2. Media Page (00:15:50)

   • Learn how to import and organize media files on the Media Page.

3. Edit Page (00:29:28)

   • Explore the Edit Page to start creating rough edits of your video projects.

4. Cut Page (01:12:21)

   • Discover the Cut Page for quick and efficient editing tasks.

5. Fusion Page (01:33:08)

   • Dive into the Fusion Page to create motion graphics and visual effects.

6. Color Page (02:28:06)

   • Master the Color Page for color grading and enhancing the visual appeal of your videos.

7. Fairlight Page (04:04:39)

   • Learn about the Fairlight Page for audio mixing and enhancing the sound quality of your projects.

8. Deliver Page (04:27:15)

   • Explore the Deliver Page to finalize your project and export it in the desired format.

9. Further Learning Resources:

   • Check out additional courses on Fusion, Compositing & VFX, Editing Workflow, Color Grading, and DaVinci Resolve for iPad on the provided links.

10. Conclusion:

    • By completing this course, you will gain a solid foundation in using DaVinci Resolve for video editing, visual effects, color grading, and audio mixing. Practice regularly to enhance your skills and unleash your creativity.

Additional Tips:

• Follow Casey Faris on Instagram for more insights and updates.
• Join the SubReddit community to engage in discussions and seek help from fellow learners.
• Use royalty-free assets from Artgrid and Artlist for high-quality videos and music/sound effects.

By following these steps and practicing consistently, you will become proficient in using DaVinci Resolve and be ready to explore more advanced features like Fusion for creating stunning visual effects in your videos.