Read and Respond: What is Bokeh?

1. What is bokeh?
Bokeh is the out-of focus blur in the background of a photograph, usually from using a wide aperture.

2. Why do photgraphers love it so much?
It makes the background really softand simpler, and makes it really aesthetic, which adds to the image.

3. What do photographers need to do in order to maximize bokeh in their images?
-Have a fast lens
-Use at least f/2.8 aperture(Wider is better- f/2, f/1.8)
-Move your subject farther away from the background- get the camera closer to the subject
-Get highlights in the background- christmas lights, sunlight through leaves or holes, etc.
-Portrait and macro photography show bokeh better