Case study · Color grading
"A little story" Ralph Lauren Film
Client: Yield Marketing LtdYear: 2025
Color grading for a Ralph Lauren film on cancer research.
Selected frames
Stills from the final grade, directly from the Davinci timeline
Grade breakdown
Overview of the visual and technical choices that shaped the final look
Look & Palette
The film alternates between a soft, filmic color palette and a refined monochrome look. In color sequences, tones lean natural and slightly warm, enhancing sincerity and intimacy.
Skin & Exposure
Skin tones remain honest and understated, never overly warm or stylized. Exposure is shaped softly, keeping texture intact while preserving a graceful highlight roll-off. In interviews, faces sit slightly brighter than the background, creating a calm, respectful visual hierarchy.
Shot Matching
Even with different locations and lighting conditions, the matching prioritizes emotional continuity. The subject’s presence and skin tone remain consistent, making the viewer feel guided through one cohesive journey.
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