How To Blur Backgrounds in Photoshop [FAST & EASY!]

In this complete step-by-step tutorial, you will learn how to blur backgrounds in Photoshop!
You will learn about selections, Layer Masks, Smart Objects, and the Tilt-Shift Blur to blur your photo's background.
This Photoshop tutorial will cover everything that you need to know about creating the shallow depth of field effect (out of focus background) WITHOUT an expensive lens.
I hope this tutorial helps!
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📘 INDEX - How To Blur Backgrounds in Photoshop
00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - Duplicate Your Original Image
00:52 - Make a Selection Out of The Main Subject
01:23 - Expand The Selection
01:48 - Remove The Main Subject with Content-Aware Fill
02:20 - Remove The Background From The Model Layer
02:32 - Contract the Mask with the Minimum Filter
03:35 - Blur The Background with The Tilt-Shift Filter
06:00 - Fine-Tune The Layer Mask
06:32 - Paint Hair Back Into Your Image
07:41 - Pain Hair with a Custom Brush
09:51 - Final Adjustments with Camera Raw
10:17 - Final Thoughts
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  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel
    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel8 ай бұрын

    *UPDATED 2024 Blur Background Tutorial* ► kzread.info/dash/bejne/oZOGyNF9npnYYc4.html

  • @jankokreso4827
    @jankokreso482710 күн бұрын

    Loved this video, but I have to say, "Design Evolution: Unlocking Adobe Photoshop's Secrets" is an even better resource. The detailed explanations and tips have taken my designs to the next level.

  • @diannescamera6496
    @diannescamera64963 жыл бұрын

    Hands down the best and easiest "blur background tutorial" I have ever watched!

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, diannescamera!

  • @mangaldeepkaibartya3237

    @mangaldeepkaibartya3237

    3 жыл бұрын

    Exactly

  • @sunnybrightmedia

    @sunnybrightmedia

    3 жыл бұрын

    Please which of the photoshop model you are using to edit this picture

  • @digigoliath

    @digigoliath

    3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely.

  • @Rouladen1

    @Rouladen1

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree! :D

  • @ChocolateApricots
    @ChocolateApricots3 жыл бұрын

    I have an old version of Photoshop. Haven’t played in years. Nice to refresh! Thank you for posting! 🌹

  • @i_m_well_n_good
    @i_m_well_n_good3 жыл бұрын

    For me photoshop was tough ..but you explained it in such a way..that it has started to become a little easy for now..thanks for that lesson dude ❤️

  • @kingquincyonly

    @kingquincyonly

    2 жыл бұрын

    i'm struggling and i can't seem to keep up

  • @fazalkhaliq5639

    @fazalkhaliq5639

    Жыл бұрын

    check out this tutorial dear kzread.info/dash/bejne/hK1npJmmpJzZc8o.html

  • @nubscrub
    @nubscrub3 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad I just came across this channel, the content is quality just like any paid courses I've consumed. Can't believe it's free. Cheers

  • @SenorGancho
    @SenorGancho Жыл бұрын

    One of your best ever videos Jesus. What I particularly appreciated is how you would state how one technique was not the best way, but you took the time to demonstrate the first one and then erase it and show the 'better' way. Brilliant. Excellent instructional technique and really brings home the learning. Thank you

  • @yoofitv
    @yoofitv3 жыл бұрын

    The best way to blur background in photoshop without stress.. it's the best so far

  • @andhikazanuar
    @andhikazanuar3 жыл бұрын

    woow smooth 😍

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Andhika!

  • @learning9388
    @learning93882 жыл бұрын

    Love how informative you are about everything. As a beginner, it's useful to know some shortcut and what each tool does rather than saying "Do this, do that" without saying what it does or anything. Just subbed!

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @tatecomedy

    @tatecomedy

    10 ай бұрын

    Well said, my friend

  • @andreshiwa7442
    @andreshiwa74422 жыл бұрын

    For me this is the best channel on KZread about Photoshop. You really open the "black box" of Photoshop ! Greetings from Brazil! Thank you very much!

  • @muhammadabdul-azim4836
    @muhammadabdul-azim4836 Жыл бұрын

    You explained it in a very logical manner. That's why it's the best tutorial for doing this.

  • @paolovilla6955
    @paolovilla69553 жыл бұрын

    Your Kindness is a Precious Gift to All of Us; Thank You :-).

  • @tube63017
    @tube630173 жыл бұрын

    i saw several videos on selections but found your video the easiest and most accurate. Thank you.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @AJ_Creative
    @AJ_Creative9 ай бұрын

    ive been learning via youtube over the years..... youre one of the channels that makes it easier to absorb what youre teaching, thank you.

  • @swankautodetailing1956
    @swankautodetailing19563 жыл бұрын

    Using photoshop for over 20 years i hardly learn new things, but i learned new things in this video that work great! Thank you for posting this!

  • @vlaney21
    @vlaney212 жыл бұрын

    You are truly amazing! Love this tutorial...so easy to understand. I also like the way you've bookmarked the different steps so you can revisit them easily!

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @hycePT
    @hycePT3 жыл бұрын

    Who the hell dislikes these awesome and free tutorials. This is Gold 🥇

  • @mrsxber1916

    @mrsxber1916

    3 жыл бұрын

    honestly, they probably jealous his tutorial is bettter than theirs lmao

  • @jamilgotcher5456
    @jamilgotcher5456 Жыл бұрын

    The hair brush is awesome! Adding the grain to the blur is a great idea!

  • @_JC_Denton_
    @_JC_Denton_ Жыл бұрын

    Outstanding tutorial! Thank you !

  • @ninhdang1106
    @ninhdang11063 жыл бұрын

    I love the fact that he reminds us of features so even someone who is completely new to Photoshop can go through this tutorial without any difficulty

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    🙂

  • @review5788
    @review57883 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best Photoshop tutorial i attend after a long long time.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @jacekdz7115
    @jacekdz71153 жыл бұрын

    Awesome dude. So many ways to clear backgrounds, this is on of the best seen

  • @UserNr91
    @UserNr913 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the most professional though easiest tutorial I have seen so far. Very cool man, thank's a lot!

  • @magicfab1155
    @magicfab11553 жыл бұрын

    Simply great, thanks ! At the beginning it takes sometime but the final result on my photos is 😍😍😍

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Magic!

  • @perfectmanjay
    @perfectmanjay3 жыл бұрын

    This is a well explained and easy to follow along tutorial. Thank you.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @albertoguillen6410
    @albertoguillen64102 жыл бұрын

    Excellent Tutorial! Thank You!

  • @peacenloveforall6
    @peacenloveforall63 жыл бұрын

    I have been doing this for YEARS, this is GREAT!

  • @collingalanos1783
    @collingalanos17833 жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I needed for an assignment I'm working on, right now. Thank you.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @godsentonobrauche97

    @godsentonobrauche97

    2 жыл бұрын

    How do u select it's not showing here

  • @southctv6373

    @southctv6373

    Жыл бұрын

    @@godsentonobrauche97 We have different photoshop versions, starting from photoshop cc 2015 the command is available...but let's wait for the teacher😂

  • @alphinsebastian6039
    @alphinsebastian60393 жыл бұрын

    Your patience is of another level.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @davidtalavera8340
    @davidtalavera8340 Жыл бұрын

    God bless you bro, you're an amazing teacher.

  • @designerandrewnzomo8781
    @designerandrewnzomo87812 жыл бұрын

    learning daily is my portion but this guy is addictive, the best tutor have had online. keep going you are amazing

  • @mamdouhaziz278
    @mamdouhaziz2783 жыл бұрын

    You're the best one, thank's a lot

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @patrickgillespie4781
    @patrickgillespie4781 Жыл бұрын

    Very helpful, thank you Jesus!

  • @LuisMendez-cm9qs
    @LuisMendez-cm9qs2 жыл бұрын

    I’m so grateful for this tutorial

  • @carlopenez2860
    @carlopenez28603 жыл бұрын

    this is so far the clearest and easy to follow tutorial

  • @locovidepro
    @locovidepro3 жыл бұрын

    Jesus, I have been struggling so much trying to fix heir on ladies. Now, I will put this into practice and will keep you posted. Thank you so much

  • @mrsxber1916
    @mrsxber19163 жыл бұрын

    i appreciate this so much sir, i honestly cant believe this is free, feels illegal

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @lucaschudleigh7193

    @lucaschudleigh7193

    3 жыл бұрын

    Oh, it should be illegal. It’s absolute garbage, and it lessens the trade of photography significantly. Pedler's of trash, are trash.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@lucaschudleigh7193 What about designers, Lucas? As a designer, this is often done. A client/art director sends you an image where you need to place text. If the photo doesn't have a shallow depth of field then you have to create it. Not everyone is a photographer.

  • @nubscrub

    @nubscrub

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@lucaschudleigh7193 You seem to assume that photography is the only time this technique can be applied. As the saying goes, "Don't let insecure thoughts ruin something amazing". Good luck

  • @agds91078
    @agds910783 жыл бұрын

    This was the BEST video explaining how to do this I have ever found!! Thank you so much for this

  • @sadesign4390
    @sadesign43902 жыл бұрын

    That Bonus Tip was LIFE CHANGING!

  • @avilesrg
    @avilesrg3 жыл бұрын

    I think the method you showed in your previous video on this topic was better, as it did not require to shrink the selection around the subject after it was expanded to content-fill the background. It just required to make the subject selection, create a mask for it, then CMD/CTRL click on it to get the selection back, expand it a few pixels and use the expanded selection on the background layer to content-fill the area occupied by the subject. I do understand that using the special filter Minimum on the selection not only shrinks it but it can also be used for smoothing it, but that trick can also be used in the previous method, if needed.

  • @fazalkhaliq5639

    @fazalkhaliq5639

    Жыл бұрын

    check out this tutorial dear kzread.info/dash/bejne/hK1npJmmpJzZc8o.html

  • @mathrusridigitalstudieo8847
    @mathrusridigitalstudieo88472 жыл бұрын

    Nice

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @bettyl2227
    @bettyl22272 жыл бұрын

    I had to stop and start frequently as I don't use PS very often, but this tutorial really worked well for me. Jotted down all the steps so hopefully next time I will be able to make adjustments more quickly. Thank you for a clear, thorough tutorial!

  • @tonykindred520
    @tonykindred5202 жыл бұрын

    As time has gone by I have referred to your channel more and more. I've learned so much and I wanted to thank you Jesus. Of all the channels I subscribe to on KZread, this one has become the only one I really can't live without.

  • @jc_alpha
    @jc_alpha3 жыл бұрын

    Man, this guy is so good it almost fills my heart with hate! 😄

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    😄

  • @jc_alpha

    @jc_alpha

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha keep it up man. Your videos are amazing! I have learned so much, I can’t thank you enough 😊

  • @emmaguyett-etchells2035
    @emmaguyett-etchells20352 жыл бұрын

    This is a fantastic tutorial. However when I get to Filter, tilt-shift (4.20) I keep getting a pop up saying could not complete the tilt-shift command because the initial bounding rectangle is empty. Any idea? I am a complete newbie on Photoshop. Thanks in advance for any help.

  • @siupofu8036

    @siupofu8036

    2 жыл бұрын

    черный магазин shutterstock is a black shop I bought a five-picture package from you for US49. I downloaded three pictures for the first time. When I downloaded the second time, you didn't show any price or it was different from the package I bought or prompted to download it, and my credit card was automatically charged. After the second US199, the credit card monthly statement was sent after the discovery. When registering an account, a credit card was naturally bound and different prices were mixed into the package I bought, but I didn’t know the situation and downloaded it, that is to say, your website design is a trap, and you don’t care about goodwill to protect your own interests. Now you send an email to express no. Refund, I suspect you are a black shop.

  • @Askemanden

    @Askemanden

    Жыл бұрын

    I have the exact same porblem. Did you find a solution?

  • @CaiShuRen
    @CaiShuRen3 жыл бұрын

    Did not regret clicking to view the tutorials.... thought I knew how to do it in the first place but this method kind of brings me to another level. Thanks a lot.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome, Raymond!

  • @user-lu1ee7ty7j
    @user-lu1ee7ty7j3 жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I need for the task I am working on, thank you very much.

  • @fishchick72
    @fishchick723 жыл бұрын

    Why won’t it allow me to choose “content aware fill”???

  • @JsArvind

    @JsArvind

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm facing the same issue

  • @Miranda-bj5nd

    @Miranda-bj5nd

    3 жыл бұрын

    you may have accidentally done content aware scale. that's what I did the first couple of times

  • @hopechillee

    @hopechillee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@Miranda-bj5nd then,,,, as for me i dont have content aware fill

  • @davestokes3446

    @davestokes3446

    3 жыл бұрын

    It depends on what menu item you are using and what version of Photoshop you are using. You might have to go to the drop down box that specifies what to fill with (labelled "Contents" in PSCC Edit/Fill or "Use" in PSE Edit/Fill Selection) and select "content aware" from there. You also need to know that it only works on a pixel layer, the menu item will be greyed out if you're trying to work on an adjustment layer.

  • @vinodhineekumaravelu9847
    @vinodhineekumaravelu98472 жыл бұрын

    It's very useful tutorial for me. I didn't keep touch with photoshop for months. Now I'm refreshing my mind to work with photoshop as well. Thanks for sharing your thoughts💓

  • @vvachula
    @vvachula Жыл бұрын

    I've been using PS for 25 years and this was a great tutorial. Thanks!

  • @stateofability
    @stateofability Жыл бұрын

    This was an easy effective tutorial, I was able to apply these steps all from an IPHONE SE screengrab where I filmed my dog in natural light - 1080p quality. The outcome was an 11 x 17 poster board, a memorial to 'Happy Body'. Thank you very much Jesús Ramirez!

  • @theojozbree8664
    @theojozbree8664 Жыл бұрын

    This Is The Best And Easiest “Blur Background Tutorial I’ve Watched And I Learned A lot! Thanks!

  • @kenhalal375
    @kenhalal375 Жыл бұрын

    I just came across your channel when searching for how to blur the background in portrait images. I really do like this technique quite a lot and not overly complicated to do. There were times in the video I thought you went a bit too fast and had to replay those parts a few times. I think you have a very complete knowledge of photoshop and look forward to watching many other videos on your channel. It's a love/hate relationship for me and Photoshop. I love the power it has but hate the clunky and outdated user interface.

  • @MJagadishan
    @MJagadishan2 жыл бұрын

    Very well explained. Thank you Sir.

  • @itsnewine5063
    @itsnewine50633 жыл бұрын

    This was perfect. Thank you!

  • @kcnatalie1400
    @kcnatalie1400 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! Very helpful.

  • @falafelbleuh
    @falafelbleuh5 ай бұрын

    Fantastic tutorial! Seen a few of this type but this was hands down the easiest to follow! And most thorough

  • @cassieberg5554
    @cassieberg5554 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing tutorial! thank you!

  • @RossMacfarlane25
    @RossMacfarlane252 жыл бұрын

    You are the man. Clear, comprehensive, fluent. There are no better Photoshop tuts on the 'tube.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Ross!

  • @TheMojo140
    @TheMojo1403 жыл бұрын

    Nothing to add really, hands down best tutorial !

  • @VineeStudio
    @VineeStudio3 жыл бұрын

    You explain it an easiest way mate. Thank you for this

  • @endosuanda2183
    @endosuanda21837 ай бұрын

    Thank you for a wonderful tutorial, clear and beautiful

  • @attentionindy
    @attentionindy2 жыл бұрын

    Super helpful. Great video!!

  • @gilbertdan
    @gilbertdan2 жыл бұрын

    Your tutorial was very helpful. Thank you!

  • @ShabnumAminKhan
    @ShabnumAminKhan3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for these useful techniques

  • @bloomcrazy927
    @bloomcrazy9276 ай бұрын

    oh my goodness, Ive had a wacom tablet for years and didnt know about the pen pressure option! It made things so much easier!!!! THANK YOU!

  • @farerroyfarouk146
    @farerroyfarouk146 Жыл бұрын

    The best video ever. Easy to understand and you explained it very clear. Im so grateful for this tutorial. Thank you so much😊

  • @michaelcohen6177
    @michaelcohen61773 жыл бұрын

    You are such a master. Thanks for your tutorials.

  • @lm1382
    @lm13823 жыл бұрын

    Your video is both informative & simple enough for a true beginner like myself. I look forward to learning more. Thank you.

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome, LM!

  • @Lordbaccus
    @Lordbaccus3 жыл бұрын

    This is BADASS!!! I did NOT know I could do this! I have been Manually removing backgrounds

  • @IanF5
    @IanF53 жыл бұрын

    Great tut, thank you. I appreciate the speed and how you broke up the sections, Subscribed.

  • @aarots1
    @aarots17 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial, Really useful. Thank you!

  • @numberoneappgames
    @numberoneappgames2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your help!

  • @gingerhaas9174
    @gingerhaas91748 ай бұрын

    this was so helpful, thanks!

  • @joehoynik
    @joehoynik2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video! Thanks so much.

  • @craig7669
    @craig76693 жыл бұрын

    Best Ps tutorial out there!!

  • @stacyabel1216
    @stacyabel12163 жыл бұрын

    I have been trying to figure out how to do this forever... THANK YOU! You made it looks so easy! Now it's time to try it out!

  • @siupofu8036

    @siupofu8036

    2 жыл бұрын

    черный магазин shutterstock is a black shop I bought a five-picture package from you for US49. I downloaded three pictures for the first time. When I downloaded the second time, you didn't show any price or it was different from the package I bought or prompted to download it, and my credit card was automatically charged. After the second US199, the credit card monthly statement was sent after the discovery. When registering an account, a credit card was naturally bound and different prices were mixed into the package I bought, but I didn’t know the situation and downloaded it, that is to say, your website design is a trap, and you don’t care about goodwill to protect your own interests. Now you send an email to express no. Refund, I suspect you are a black shop.

  • @jacquelinejackson5191
    @jacquelinejackson51913 жыл бұрын

    This has been one of the BEST Video's I've ever encountered for Ps-Nice Job........I'm excited once again for special editing

  • @nahumam
    @nahumam2 ай бұрын

    This is so helping 😭 Thanks!

  • @kennethgnielsen
    @kennethgnielsen5 ай бұрын

    Excellent tutorial, I'm hooked on your teaching style, so very well organized and straight-line approach moving straight ahead to the final result is a great way to teach. Thank You!

  • @ElaineStamness
    @ElaineStamness3 жыл бұрын

    WOW this was so helpful and I learned so much! Thank you!

  • @muntasirprovab
    @muntasirprovab2 жыл бұрын

    Simply the best tutorial ever

  • @EvanPeix
    @EvanPeix8 ай бұрын

    beautifully taught thank you

  • @imrancreation9826
    @imrancreation98263 жыл бұрын

    love your tricks

  • @alkoenig8519
    @alkoenig85193 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jesus! I do a crude version of this regularly to my photos for various reasons, but your technique is far superior and easier!

  • @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    @PhotoshopTrainingChannel

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Al!

  • @lokeshparvani1111
    @lokeshparvani11113 жыл бұрын

    Love ❤️ from India sir.. learn a lot from your photoshop tutorials 👍🏻👍🏻 keep it up.

  • @Pianofingerzz
    @Pianofingerzz2 жыл бұрын

    You are a great teacher. I appreciate your explanations

  • @AnastassiaMichaeli
    @AnastassiaMichaeli Жыл бұрын

    THANKS a lot! Very useful!

  • @articgoneape
    @articgoneape Жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I needed!!! Thank you so much!

  • @panthonymorton
    @panthonymorton3 жыл бұрын

    Helpful, thanks!!

  • @idb.8082
    @idb.80823 жыл бұрын

    one of the best tutorials I watched, very useful for photographers, thank you so much, I love your channel and you're the best, youtube is full of useless tutorials.

  • @wmyttmlimvty
    @wmyttmlimvty Жыл бұрын

    This is a lot more than I was asking for, thank you!

  • @maryoraliablackwell2949
    @maryoraliablackwell29493 жыл бұрын

    Easy to understand. Thanks

  • @roshanmadhuranga3528
    @roshanmadhuranga35283 жыл бұрын

    Very informative. Thanks a lot for sharing your valuable findings and knowledge. Really helpful.

  • @ernestagyekum5867
    @ernestagyekum58673 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Sir, for the good work. I'm really learning a lot from you.

  • @halwagle
    @halwagle3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the fine tutorial. It was very helpful. I very much appreciate you and your work.

  • @rendition8528
    @rendition85282 жыл бұрын

    dude ur a frickin magician, love the tutorial, thanks!

  • @davidsunilkumar8460
    @davidsunilkumar84603 жыл бұрын

    Sir, you are my best Photoshop trainer and you are god of Photoshop. God bless you 🙏

  • @lenmodderman6421
    @lenmodderman64212 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful tutorial. Will use it when changing backgrounds too.