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| Step 1 - Open the photo |
| If it isn't already open, open the photo you wish to work on. |
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| Step 2 - Choose the Freehand Selection tool |
| From the Tools toolbar, choose the Freehand Selection tool. |
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| Step 3 - Set Tool Options |
| In the Tool Options palette, set the Selection type to Freehand, set Feather to 15, and mark the Anti-alias checkbox. |
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| Step 4 - Select the focus area |
| Create the selection by dragging around target area; release the mouse button to complete the selection. |
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| Step 5 - Sharpen the selection |
| Choose Adjust > Sharpness > Unsharp Mask, and set the Radius to 2. |
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| Step 6 - Invert the selection |
| Choose Selections > Invert to isolate the rest of the image from the selection. |
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| Step 7 - Blur the selection |
| Choose Adjust > Blur > Gaussian Blur and set the Radius to 3. |
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| Step 8 - Remove the selection marquee |
| Choose Selections > Select None to remove the marquee and reveal the results. |
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| Notes and Tips: |
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The depth of field effect described here is an interesting way to touch up a photo. |
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| Learn More: |
 Create soft focus - Method 1 |
| Create soft focus - Method 2 |
| Modify a photo via blend modes |
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