Below the Line Mentor Session: Brandon Thomas (TBD Post)

Event ID: PP1149572

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM

Venue: Liberty (Omni Downtown)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Color Grading.

Contributors

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