Only 30 days remain until submissions for Dehancer Colourist Awards 2026 close on April 27, 2026.

Now is the time to submit your entry!

Head to our website, click “Enter Now”, and complete the submission form.

https://www.dehancer.com/awards/2026

Vid-Atlantic specializes in cinematic lens filters designed to create expressive visual effects directly in-camera. Their CineMorph filter line allows filmmakers to achieve anamorphic-style flares, streaks, and bokeh without the complexity of specialized lenses. These tools are widely used in music videos, commercials, and narrative projects where visual style plays a central role in storytelling.

As part of the Dehancer Colourist Awards 2026, the winners will receive a set of CineMorph – Anamorphic Bokeh & Flare Filters.

We’ve been working on bringing Dehancer into Assimilate SCRATCH — one of the most trusted tools in professional post-production. And now it’s ready to try!

Join our Discord to download the beta and share your feedback – https://discord.gg/hrsZh3aAma

Thypoch develops mirrorless lenses that combine classic optical character with modern manufacturing standards. Their products are designed for creators who appreciate both technical performance and distinctive visual aesthetics. By blending traditional design principles with contemporary technology, Thypoch lenses offer filmmakers a balance between clarity, character, and creative expression.

As part of the Dehancer Colourist Awards 2026, the winner of the Documentary category will receive a Thypoch Simera C 4 lens pack.

Andrei Mesniankin is an accomplished film colorist with over 20 years of professional experience. Throughout his career, he has worked on more than 200 films, many of which have received awards and official selections at numerous international film festivals.

He is the founder and lead colorist of Colorkitchen.studio

What’s new:

– RAW processor selection

– New RAW adjustments

– New Crop menu and options

– UI/UX optimizations

– Bugfixes and performance improvements

Attention:

Projects and snapshots created in previous versions may be lost or incompatible with this update. Please export important photos before installation.

Join our Discord to access the beta and share your feedback with us: https://discord.gg/hrsZh3aAma

Laowa, a brand of Venus Optics, produces high-performance lenses known for their optical quality and unique focal designs. Serving filmmakers and photographers worldwide, Laowa lenses are used in narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. The company focuses on expanding creative possibilities through innovative lens engineering while maintaining a strong commitment to precision and reliability.

As part of the Dehancer Colourist Awards 2026, Laowa contributes to the prize pool by awarding a Laowa $100 gift voucher to winners.

Introducing a new Mobile subscription plan starting from only $5 per month.

It includes:

– 2 seats 

– Unlimited access to Dehancer iOS

– Unlimited access to Dehancer Online

Discover all plans and pick the one that fits you needs on our website: dehancer.com/pricing

Isabelle Barrière is a Paris-based colourist with an academic background in Cinema and Art History from the Sorbonne. She spent more than 17 years working internationally in audiovisual production and post-production before shifting her focus fully to colour grading.

In 2011, Isabelle established her own studio, IPinxit, and has since worked as a digital colourist and finishing artist across documentaries, feature and short films, music videos, and commercials. Alongside her professional work, she teaches colour grading in vocational schools and training institutions. Since 2020, she has also specialized in film restoration at the French laboratory Cité de Mémoire, expanding her expertise to film scanning and digital restoration

Nanlite is an established manufacturer of LED lighting solutions for photography, videography, and filmmaking. With a strong emphasis on innovation and colour accuracy, Nanlite develops lights and accessories suitable for both professional productions and independent creators. Their lighting systems are designed to adapt to a variety of shooting environments, offering consistent performance in studio, documentary, and commercial workflows.

As part of the Dehancer Colourist Awards 2026, Nanlite supports the competition by awarding a Nanlite PavoTube II 6CP. 

To join the competition, fill in the form here: https://www.dehancer.com/awards/2026/register