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Friend, we can't wait to see you next Saturday! If you haven't got your tickets yet, there's still time to nab one for your chance to party, win prizes, and raise a glass with peers and new industry friends.

PRIZES!!!

$9000 in goodies to be won

DaVinci Resolve Micro Panel

Calman Studio, C6 HDR5000 Colorimeter, Portrait Displays G1 Pattern Generator

€2,000 FSI gift certificate

ProArt Display PA278CFRV

$4,000 SmallHD gift certificate

MIXER INFO

Here's the details:


Venue: Arti et Amicitiae, Rokin 112, 1012 LB Amsterdam

Date: Saturday 13th Sep 6-11pm

Ticket prices contribute to hosting costs and ensure the limited entires are taken by people who will show on the day - they also include drink tickets for attendees.

      Schedule:

  • 6pm Dinner

  • 7pm General entry

  • 8pm The Big Color Quiz

  • 8:30pm The Raffle

  • 9pm-11pm Party on!

NEWS FROM MIXER PARTNERS

See Kevin Shaw discuss HDR at IBC


Kevin will speak at the ProArt Masters Talk at the ASUS booth 10am on Sat Sep 13th, covering how HDR is used in practice and why we need it - plus his predictions on the future of cinema.

• Recognizing HDR, separating facts from opinions
• HDR technology is rapidly overtaking SDR, continuing the trend of display evolution
• The creative dilemma - are we making art or content?
• The advantages of a true HDR monitor for both SDR and HDR projects
• The future of motion pictures based on HDR and other technological advancements

Visit ASUS ProArt at IBC


ASUS will unveil its latest creator-focused innovations at IBC 2025, featuring exceptional visual fidelity, advanced AI acceleration, and streamlined connectivity—designed for today’s demanding creators, innovative studios, and fast-paced production environments. Explore the all-new ProArt displays, powerful workstations, and compact AI-powered PCs, and be sure to catch the inspiring ProArt Masters’ Talks.


Visit the ASUS ProArt booth at Hall 11, Stand B34 (RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands).

Portrait Displays announces Calman Ready for FSI monitors


Portrait Displays is proud to announce Calman Ready support for Flanders Scientific monitors, enabling streamlined, hardware-level calibration and trusted validation for creatives and freelance colorists. With this powerful integration, FSI users can achieve precise, color-critical results and create in-depth display calibration reports.

To celebrate, we’re offering a special raffle prize bundle featuring three of our flagship products:

  • Calman Studio – the complete calibration suite for studio professionals, capable of calibrating monitors, panels, projectors, and more across the entire production chain.

  • C6 HDR5000 Colorimeter – one of the most advanced light measurement devices available, providing accuracy for the most demanding calibrations.

  • Portrait Displays G1 Pattern Generator – a compact 4K HDR solution that pairs seamlessly with Calman for automation and ease of use.

Together, this raffle prize package equips creatives with the ultimate toolkit for professional calibration.

FSI's XMP551 leads industry display offerings


The Flanders Scientific XMP551 is a breakthrough 55" UHD QD-OLED HDR reference monitor that combines industry-leading performance with exceptional value. Delivering an incredible peak luminance of up to 4,000 nits, an 8 million:1 contrast ratio, and FSI’s widest native color gamut to date, the XMP551 provides true reference-grade monitoring at a pre-order price of just $18,995. Its Dolby Vision Mastering qualification makes it a perfect choice for suites where precision is critical.  Exceptional off-axis viewing performance ensures both operators and clients see the same accurate, high-fidelity image from any angle—enabling a simplified and cost effective single-monitor suite.


The XMP551 also features FSI’s AutoCal system, enabling fast, computer-free volumetric 3D LUT calibration, plus robust connectivity with four 12Gbps SDI inputs and processed outputs supporting UHD-to-HD down-conversion and LUT distribution.


The XMP551 redefines what’s possible in HDR monitoring—and will be showcased at IBC 2025, booth 10.A26.

HDR Vivid from UHD World Assoc


HDR Vivid is the next-generation High Dynamic Range video standard from the UHD World Association (UWA), designed for a true multi-screen experience.


Powered by intelligent algorithms and dynamic metadata, HDR Vivid performs precise frame-by-frame adjustments to brightness, contrast, and color — faithfully preserving the creator’s intent from mastering to final playback.


The result is stunningly lifelike images with richer detail, more accurate contrast, and a deeply immersive viewing experience across TVs, mobile devices, and theaters.

Recognized as an industry benchmark, HDR Vivid is endorsed by MIIT & NRTA in China and included in ITU BT.2408. More than 110 organizations have joined the growing ecosystem, and 23 top post facilities are now certified.


Studios and professionals can access HDR Vivid training, certification, and Quick Start Guides by following UHD World Association on LinkedIn or contacting info@theuwa.com.

Kevin Shaw Talks on Color for IMIS, London


Kevin will give a talk entitled “Colour Truth: Metamerism in Film” hosted by International Moving Image Society (IMIS) on 22 September at the Dolby Screening Room in London (Soho). Why does colour sometimes shift from screen to screen, projector to projector - even when the image is the same? That’s Metamerism.

LEARN LIVE

RG201 Resolve Advanced Techniques

with Warren Eagles, ICA


Join Warren for a 2 day workshop conducted via ZOOM. Great if you have been using Resolve for a while and have questions re:your workflows, Color Management, grading techniques or you just want a V20 Refresher. Contact Warren to register.

Learn Video Calibration with PVA

Sep 15-18, Amsterdam


ICA Professional Video Systems Calibration 4-Day Hands-On Seminar (Core and Advanced: Levels 1, & 2) Certified by the PVA

Virtual Studio Shoot Preparation, Calibration, and Custom Builds in the Context of the South African Film Industry

Sep 9-11, Amsterdam


This course is for film professionals who need to find economical ways to leverage the power of virtual studio shooting, with specific focus on simplifying setups and budget friendly approaches that make sense in the South African market. From existing virtual studios, to pop-up studios and custom builds using LED wall sections.


The course will be held at Mushroom Media in Cape Town, and lunch will be included. Participants will receive ICA certificates.

Color Grading in Resolve

Sep 7-8, Philippines


Learn with Toni Gozum in the Philippines. Maximum 10 students. Resolve overview, color basics, tools & techniques, looks, and more.


Whether you’re looking to break into the industry or sharpen your existing grading skills, this is your sign to level up.


Whether you’re an emerging colorist or a content creator looking to upgrade your videos and skills, Toni’s course is designed to make you rethink the way you see — and feel — color.

TRAIN ON DEMAND

FREE Color Grading Class with Kevin Shaw

The Magic of Color - on demand


Take Kevin's The Magic of Color class for free - on demand now. The class introduces the physics and psychology of color - how color communicates to audiences, affects our emotions, and can be used to direct our attention. What you see is not what's there.


You can also access free downloads from Kevin such as, ranges, pluges and color spaces files, here.

25% OFF ON-DEMAND FXPHD COURSES FOR IBC

Resolve v20 with Warren

Try before you buy

You can now stream three of Warren's Resolve classes for free. That's one class from each course so you can be sure they're for you!

Warren has three new Resolve courses:

  • Cut n' Color for Content Creators

  • Next-level Advanced Techniques

  • Warren’s Creative Color Workshop

Elevate your skills and enhance your projects with techniques crafted for professional, standout visuals. Download and follow along with the same media, or stream and watch on the bus!

FXPHD ON-DEMAND COURSE

Intro to HDR with Kevin


HDR is the new normal; you need a thorough understanding of it. This course will teach you how to deal with HDR from start to finish, in 13 easy-to-digest lessons, including everything you need to know about HDR displays, formats, & handling.


Learn how lighting, editing & grading are affected by HDR, and which tools to use for bigger, better color:


"This course will pay for itself many times over if you are a high-end professional in the industry. Highly recommend."

A must-have for any serious colorist doing work at this level."


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