Create stunning diffusion effects without a physical filter in Final Cut Pro
Create stunning diffusion effects without a physical filter in Final Cut Pro
When you think of dreamy, cinematic visuals, diffusion filters often come to mind—they soften highlights, flatter skin, and create that signature halo around light sources. But what if you could achieve all of that in post?
In our latest video, we show you how to create diffusion effects—think Pro-Mist and Glimmerglass—using Color Finale 2 Pro. From softening the entire image to targeted highlight and shadow diffusion, we’ll guide you through several creative approaches using built-in Image and HSL masking tools.
It’s a powerful way to craft your own look without being limited to one physical filter—or even needing one at all.
Try for yourself with a free 7-day trial of Color Finale 2 Pro, a color grading plugin for Final Cut Pro: http://bit.ly/44os4oa
Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Diffusion over entire image
01:43 Diffusion over highlights
03:10 Diffusion over shadows
04:16 Film Emulation
04:49 Diffusion with HSL mask
05:44 Final Thoughts