In this video tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of color grading your summer travel videos to achieve a vibrant, cinematic look reminiscent of Sam Kolder’s style, using Adobe Premiere Pro.

First, you will learn how to make custom color adjustments rather than only tweaking highlights, mid-tones, and shadows. This will help you achieve a more nuanced and appealing result.

Next, we’ll show you how to choose and customize presets that best match the colors of your scenery. This ensures visual consistency throughout your video.

We’ll also cover how to manage contrast effectively to keep your footage looking natural and dynamic. Adjusting exposure based on sunlight will be another key focus to enhance the visual appeal.

Finally, you’ll learn how to use Premiere Pro’s effects control to preview your original footage and make precise color adjustments.

To follow along with the tutorial, you can download the same footage used or use your own travel videos. Check out this video for a detailed guide and additional tips on color grading.