How do you change the color of transitions in Premiere Pro?

While the provided reference focuses on a "Color to Black and White" transition using Lumetri Color on an adjustment layer, it doesn't directly address how to generally change the color of transitions. The method for changing transition colors depends heavily on the type of transition you're using. Here's a breakdown of common scenarios:

Changing the Color of Built-in Premiere Pro Transitions

Many of Premiere Pro's built-in transitions don't have inherent color properties that you can directly modify. Instead, they work by blending or manipulating the existing footage. However, you can simulate color changes by layering effects:

1. Adjustment Layer: Create an adjustment layer above your clips where the transition is located (as shown in the reference video).
2. Lumetri Color Effect: Apply the Lumetri Color effect to the adjustment layer.
3. Keyframes: Use keyframes on the Lumetri Color parameters (e.g., hue, saturation, color balance) to gradually shift the color during the transition. For example, you can start with a specific color cast and then return to the original color, or transition between two different colors.
4. Masking (Optional): Use masking on the adjustment layer to isolate the color change to specific areas of the transition.

Example:

• To create a red flash during a transition: Add Lumetri Color. At the start of the transition on the adjustment layer, add keyframes for Tint Strength and Tint Color. Set Tint Strength to a high value (e.g. 100) and Tint Color to bright red. A few frames later, return the Tint Strength to 0 using keyframes.

Changing the Color of Transitions Created with Effects

If you've created a transition using specific video effects (like a blur or a displacement map that reveals the next clip), you can often modify the color within those effects themselves.

1. Locate the Effects: Find the effects that are creating the transition in the Effect Controls panel.
2. Modify Effect Parameters: Look for color-related parameters within the effect settings. These might include:
   • Color controls
   • Tint controls
   • Gradient controls
   • Source layers for blending

Example:

• If you're using a gradient ramp to drive a transition, you can change the colors of the gradient ramp directly within the effect settings.

Using Third-Party Transition Plugins

Many third-party transition plugins offer built-in color customization options.

1. Check Plugin Controls: After applying the plugin, examine its parameters in the Effect Controls panel.
2. Look for Color Settings: Most well-designed plugins will have explicit color pickers or controls for adjusting the transition's color.

Key Considerations:

• Complexity: Manually creating color transitions, particularly with built-in effects, can be complex and require careful keyframing.
• Plugin Dependence: Relying heavily on third-party plugins can make your project less portable if you need to work on different systems.
• Experimentation: The best way to learn how to change transition colors is to experiment with different effects and techniques.