Color & Coffee

Jason Bowdach
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Color & Coffee

Color & Coffee is a film post production podcast focusing on the craft of color grading hosted by colorist and finishing artist Jason Bowdach, CSH. Jason chats with a variety of post-production professionals for intimate discussions on their craft, their passions, and of course, their favorite beverage of choice.

  1. From Burritos to Hollywood Blockbusters: A Chat with Senior Colorist John Daro

    FEB 6

    From Burritos to Hollywood Blockbusters: A Chat with Senior Colorist John Daro

    Join us on an engaging journey into the colorful world of filmmaking with John Daro, the lead DI colorist at Warner Post Production Creative Services. John shares his fascinating insights into the art of color grading, drawing parallels between the meticulous craft of filmmaking and the simple pleasure of brewing coffee and tea. Together, we unravel the unconventional path of an editor whose passion was sparked by early tech experiences and unique ventures like selling breakfast burrit...

    43 min
  2. Exploring Color Science and Creative Collaboration with Matt Tomlinson

    JAN 22

    Exploring Color Science and Creative Collaboration with Matt Tomlinson

    In our first episode of the new year, I sit down with Matt Tomlinson, Head of Color Science at Harbor Picture Company, for one of the most engaging discussions I’ve had in quite some time. In this episode, Matt shares fascinating insights from his work developing image color pipelines for films such as Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and The Irishman. We delve into what it means to be a color (or image) scientist and explore how they empower colorists with adaptable tools, enabling real-time f...

    42 min
  3. Evolution of a Colorist: From Dailies to Bond and Beyond with Senior Colorist Matt Wallach

    12/18/2024

    Evolution of a Colorist: From Dailies to Bond and Beyond with Senior Colorist Matt Wallach

    Programming Note: Color & Coffee is taking a break for the holidays. We’ll return in late-January 2025 with new episodes and return to our regular release schedule. A very sincere thanks to all our listeners for an amazing 2024 and for helping us spread the word about the show! ------------------------------------------- In the final episode of 2024, we sit down with Matt Wallach, Senior Colorist at Company3, to dive into his remarkable career and groundbreaking work on films like No Tim...

    53 min
  4. From Training to AI Upscaling: A Cup with Colorist & Trainer Daria Fissoun

    12/04/2024

    From Training to AI Upscaling: A Cup with Colorist & Trainer Daria Fissoun

    In this episode, I sit down with Daria Fissoun—Colorist, Compositor, and Certified Blackmagic Trainer. We dive into her captivating journey from creating video tutorials on YouTube to collaborating with Blackmagic Design on the official DaVinci Resolve manual. We cover a range of fascinating topics, including: •The evolution of her YouTube channel. •The challenge of “scope creep” and how it manifests in creative projects. •Her experience using AI upscaling on an SD restoration project and na...

    33 min
  5. Demystifying the Secrets of Film Emulation with Nico Fink

    11/13/2024

    Demystifying the Secrets of Film Emulation with Nico Fink

    In this episode, I sit down with Nico Fink, colorist and founder of DeMystify Color and Unwind Film Lab. With a Club Mate in hand, Nico shares how an internship at Red Bull Media House ignited his fascination with color, eventually leading to the creation of his own training platform and film lab. We nerd out about the nuances of film emulation and the challenges faced during its evolution. From the early days of DaVinci Resolve to the influence of industry stalwarts like Steve Yedlin, Nico ...

    43 min
  6. Black Coffee, Bright Pixels, and Broken OLEDs: A Cup with Joey D'Anna

    10/30/2024

    Black Coffee, Bright Pixels, and Broken OLEDs: A Cup with Joey D'Anna

    In our second episode of the season, I sit down for a fascinating chat with fellow podcast host and lead colorist of DC Color, Joey D’Anna. Our conversation begins with Joey’s strong opinions on coffee preparation, followed by a quick overview of his journey to becoming a colorist. We then dive into the power of HDR and how new display technology can completely changed the creative approach to grading - or not. Finally, we delve into the tech behind WOLED panels, used in the popular LG ...

    47 min
  7. Navigating the Craft of the Finishing Artist with Tashi Trieu

    10/17/2024

    Navigating the Craft of the Finishing Artist with Tashi Trieu

    In our first episode of season 2, I sit down with the talented colorist and finishing artist, Tashi Trieu. Our conversation explores Tashi’s career, from his early interest in visual effects to his collaborative work on award-winning, VFX-heavy projects like Avatar and its sequel. We share stories about the early challenges of managing creative expectations, emphasizing the importance of communication and the iterative nature of the creative process, where changes aren’t personal but part of ...

    45 min
  8. Navigating the World of Documentary Color Grading with Evan Anthony

    10/21/2023

    Navigating the World of Documentary Color Grading with Evan Anthony

    In our final episode of the season, we chat with senior colorist Evan Anthony, CSI from Goldcrest Post, who recently finished up work on the AppleTV documentary "The Super Models". We dive into his career highlights, discussing his early days at Showtime Networks, the transition from freelance to his current position, and his work on several acclaimed documentaries, music videos, and commercials. Evan shares insights on the evolution of the industry, including his experience with some colo...

    42 min
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About

Color & Coffee is a film post production podcast focusing on the craft of color grading hosted by colorist and finishing artist Jason Bowdach, CSH. Jason chats with a variety of post-production professionals for intimate discussions on their craft, their passions, and of course, their favorite beverage of choice.

Information

  • Creator
    Jason Bowdach
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Bowdacious Media LLC
  • Show Website
    Color & Coffee

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