This Was Filmed During the Day | Turned into Night in Post @colorgradingcentral
This Was Filmed During the Day | Turned into Night in Post  @colorgradingcentral
Uploaded July 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Unveil the enchanting secrets of color grading to transform daylight into moonlight.
cinemagrade.com/?el=moonlight

How is that you grade something filmed during the daytime to look like it was captured at night?

Ever wished you could achieve that same mysterious atmosphere in your own projects? If so, you've landed on the right video.

In this tutorial, we dissect the magic of turning daylight into moonlight - a technique often utilized in big-budget films to create strikingly realistic night scenes.

This technique has been beautifully illustrated in movies like 'Nope' by acclaimed director Jordan Peele, and Robert Zemeckis’ classic 'Cast Away.'

We break down this process into 4 steps in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and Final Cut Pro.

Whether you're a novice filmmaker or a seasoned professional, understanding how to use this technique effectively can drastically enhance your visuals, adding depth and an immersive atmosphere to your storytelling.

Here is the link to download the clips used in the video:

artgrid.io/clip/336478/red-dress-modelling-model-photoshoot

artgrid.io/clip/123632/woman-model-walking-lake

filmpac.com/footage/clips/FFAAH4302/woman-touching-the-trees-as-she-explores-a-hawaiian-forest

To expedite and elevate your color grading journey, we invite you to explore our Cinema Grade plugin:
cinemagrade.com/?el=moonlight

For a limited time, you can get 20% OFF on Cinema Grade using the coupon code:

MOONLIGHT20

At checkout. This is an excellent opportunity to make your projects stand out with stunning, cinematic visuals.

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Denver Riddle
CGC Founder & Colorist
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