By Brady Betzel

As an online editor, I don’t always live in Resolve’s Color page. Most days I’m bouncing between Fusion, Edit, Deliver and, sometimes, Fairlight. So when I got my hands on Warren Eagles’ latest DaVinci Resolve Color Grading Training over at fxphd.com, I wanted to see if it could help sharpen my grading chops. Spoiler: It did.

Warren’s current lineup includes:

• “Cut N’ Color for Content Creators” for $49
• “Next-Level Advanced Techniques” for $149
• “Warren’s Creative Color Workshop” for $149.

Or you can get all three for $269.

Originally created for Resolve 19, these courses now include Resolve 20 updates covering Blackmagic’s newest tools. And if you’re on the free version of Resolve, you’re still covered —90% of what Warren teaches doesn’t require Studio.

Why Warren?
There are plenty of “professional colorists” putting out tutorials online. The challenge is figuring out who’s worth listening to. Warren stands out because he avoids the gimmicks — no “buy my LUTs” pitch or rigid “one true node tree.” Instead, he lays out solid workflows, demonstrates techniques and encourages you to adapt them to your own style.

I first tried his Resolve 16 training back in 2018. It helped me realize that I didn’t have to be boxed in as “just” an online editor. I could confidently add color correction to my toolkit. Warren’s teaching style is low-key, but every tip is practical. And every course comes with real-world footage to practice on, including Red, BRAW, Sony and ARRI.

Course Breakdown
Cut N’ Color: There are 23 classes in total, including Resolve 20 updates. They are between 10-20 minutes each. This entry-level course is great for beginners or anyone who’s curious about Resolve. It’s especially useful for PAs, editors, story producers and others who want to understand what’s happening in a color review.

One of Warren’s first gems: Buy a three-button mouse. That middle click unlocks shortcuts, like navigating the viewer or copying grades instantly. It’s such a small upgrade, but it makes a huge difference. My favorite lesson is “Primary Color Correction” (Class 10). Warren shows how to grab stills, build a reference toolbox and use simple adjustments like contrast or pivot, which often do more than an overcooked orange-and-teal grade. It’s a reminder that subtlety matters.

Next-Level Advanced Techniques: There are15 classes total, including three Resolve 20 updates including Magic Mask 2, Voice Convert and more.

For editors who already know Resolve but want to level up, this course dives into color management, ACES workflows, conforming from Premiere, fixed node structures and external mattes. It sounds heavy, but Warren keeps it approachable. My favorite section is “Making a Fixed Node Structure with RAW Files” (Class 7). He walks through practical node-based color management while demoing ARRI, BMD and Sony RAW clips. It’s the kind of training that sticks. You leave with workflows you can actually use under deadline pressure.

Warren’s Creative Color Workshop: This is where things get more artistic. Warren digs into skin tones, face-grading across codecs, creative approaches inspired by projects he’s worked on, and even a breakdown of Peaky Blinders. (Yes, I’m also a fanboy.)

Here’s where a control surface really shines. Even something like the Resolve Micro Panel ($605 new, and cheaper if used) transforms your speed and precision. If you’ve got access to the Mini Panel or the $30,000-plus Advanced Panels, you’ll get even more out of the course.

One standout tip: Use the Color Slice tool to clean up unwanted color casts. I used it recently to tame greenscreen spill that my keyer wouldn’t fix. It worked, and it impressed the client.

My favorite lesson is “The Look of Peaky Blinders” (Class 10), where Warren shows how to key and soften highlights naturally, desaturate shadows selectively and balance gritty mood with pleasing skin tones.

Final Thoughts
While Warren does touch on scopes in these courses, I’d love to see him dedicate a full class to them someday. Scopes are vital, but most users only scratch the surface. A deeper dive would be gold for post nerds like me.

Overall, Warren Eagles remains my go-to Resolve trainer. YouTube can be great, but it’s a gamble. What looks useful in a tutorial can end up being a trap when you’re delivering client work. Warren’s lessons feel different. They come from someone who’s been in the suite with clients breathing down his neck — problem-solving while keeping the session collaborative.

If you’re looking to add or sharpen your color grading skills, Warren’s Resolve Megapack is a no-brainer: all three courses for $269. Whether you’re a seasoned colorist or just curious about the color bay, this training is worth the time.