Colorista is a free Blender add‑on that adjusts saturation using a LAB‑like algorithm with clamping, keeping hue stable as saturation increases. It runs on Blender 4.2 LTS and newer and is released under GPL‑v3.
Developed by ACGGIT_LJ.
About Colorista
Colorista is a color‑grading add‑on for Blender built around a LAB‑like algorithm combined with clamping mechanisms. Its primary focus is saturation adjustment; unlike many traditional synthesizers, it maintains hue stability while increasing saturation, preventing unwanted color shifts. The add‑on is written in Python and is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer versions. Distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later, Colorista can be installed by dragging the downloaded zip file into Blender or by using the install‑from‑disk option in the extensions preferences. The current release is version 1.1.9, last updated in September 2024.
Features
- LAB-like algorithm combined with clamping mechanisms
- Saturation adjustment that strictly controls hue, keeping it stable while saturation increases and avoiding the color shifts seen in traditional synthesizers
- Compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and newer
- Released under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later
- Installs by drag and drop into Blender or from disk
- Written in Python
Best for
Blender users who need precise saturation control without altering hue.
Frequently asked questions
Does Colorista work with Blender 4.2 LTS?
Yes. Colorista is compatible with Blender 4.2 LTS and any newer release.
How do I install Colorista in Blender?
Install Colorista by either dragging the downloaded zip file into Blender or using the ‘Install from Disk’ option in Blender’s extension preferences.
Is Colorista free to use?
Colorista is free to use. It is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later.
How does Colorista keep hue stable when adjusting saturation?
Colorista keeps hue stable by applying a LAB‑like algorithm together with clamping mechanisms that limit hue changes while allowing saturation to increase.
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