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How to create a simple DOF effect using Photoshop
Let me show you how to create a Depth Of Field effect in a few simple steps using one of the blur filters.
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Open a photo, preferably one with the object in front, so we can blur out the rest and recreate the DOF effect.
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Press Ctrl + J to duplicate the existing layer into a new layer.
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In the menu click Filter, Blur and choose Lens Blur...
Choose the same settings as I did ...
Don't close the settings window just yet ...
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Go further down the settings and choose the same settings as I did.
Don't close the settings yet ...
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Again choose the same settings as I did and click OK.
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The whole photo is now out of focus.
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We will now with a help of a mask, unblur the front part of the photo.
Click Add layer mask.
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Choose the Gradient Tool (G for a keyboard shortcut).
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In the toolbar above choose the Radial Gradient (see picture).
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Press D to set black/white color.
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Now simply click and drag the mouse from the center of the object you want it to be in focus.
You can repeat this step as many times as you like to achieve the best DOF effect possible.
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