Hue refers to the actual shade of a color, red, green, blue, yellow, etc, before brightness or intensity comes into play. It’s the dominant wavelength of light. Adjusting hue shifts the base color values across the spectrum.
Hue ensures accuracy and creative intent. Skin tones in particular rely on correct hues. Creatively, hue adjustments can stylize scenes.Slight shifts can drastically affect mood, realism, and branding consistency.
Hue is the foundation of color grading. Tweak hue when correcting white balance or creating stylized looks. Use it sparingly for skin tones, but more freely for skies, clothing, or background elements.
Correct natural tones – Adjust hue subtly to maintain accurate skin tones and natural-looking environments.
Use creatively – Shift hues for mood or stylization (e.g., cooler hues for sci-fi, warmer hues for romance).
Stay consistent – Ensure hue adjustments match across shots to prevent jarring color mismatches.