{"id":20351,"date":"2021-09-08T04:40:11","date_gmt":"2021-09-08T11:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/post\/create-motion-with-motion-blur-effect"},"modified":"2022-05-24T17:37:16","modified_gmt":"2022-05-25T00:37:16","slug":"create-motion-with-motion-blur-effect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/picsart.com\/blog\/create-motion-with-motion-blur-effect\/","title":{"rendered":"Capture Movement in Photography with the Motion Blur Effect"},"content":{"rendered":"

The good thing about newer cameras and cellphones is that they are proficient at taking automatic photos. So, if you don’t want to, you don’t have to change the aperture or shutter speed or even focus before taking the perfect shot. You can just let the camera automate all of that work for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, if you want to have more control over an image, you can <\/span>manage these settings yourself<\/span><\/a>. Even so, modern cameras have a bit less room for error than their predecessors. For one thing, you don’t have to wait to get your film developed to see how your shots turned out. Plus, shutters work rapidly, allowing you to capture high-speed scenes \u2013so long as you have lots of light \u2013 without creating a completely blurred image.<\/span><\/p>\n

Automatic settings will likely capture motion in a way that favors the subjects. That is, the subjects will look sharp, even if they are moving quickly. Perhaps you’re at a sporting event, trying to capture the speed of the athletes. For these conditions, either you or your camera will likely opt for a high shutter speed if you’re using those automatic settings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We’d venture to guess there is also a lot of daylight coming into the image. That’s the perfect recipe for a high-quality, sharp image, but it won’t have that blurred effect that implies the athletes’ speed. You can <\/span>purposefully take a blurry picture<\/span><\/a> by setting a slower shutter speed if you’re working manually. Still, the blurring may not be as targeted as you’d like, and the photo may look shaky overall.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, how can you get the best of both worlds? In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to blur a photo using our “motion blur” editor. You may be asking: what exactly is motion blur? It’s the effect of those long streaky lines that trail your subject, implying speed. For example, you can use this feature to demonstrate how fast a car, bike, or runner is going. You can also choose where to place the motion blur effect on your photos, which means it doesn’t have to be a wholesale change. You can blur just the background of your image, leaving your subject sharp.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, you have blur shape options, as well. If you prefer a radial blur \u2013 which makes your subject look like it came blasting out of a cannon \u2013 you can achieve this effect as easily and quickly as you would the horizontal streaks.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Show Motion in Your Everyday Shots\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Whether you\u2019ve been taking photos of your friends mastering skateboard tricks or your dog running around the yard, you can add motion blur to these photos with simple editing tools, transmitting the speed of the scene to your viewers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Open the <\/span>Picsart mobile app<\/span><\/a> and click on the purple plus sign at the bottom of the screen to start a new project. Your photo library will appear. Choose the photo to which you\u2019d like to apply the motion blur effect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    2. On the editing screen, select \u201cFX\u201d from the menu below your image to bring up our filters library.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    3. More than an effect, <\/span>per se<\/span><\/i>, \u201cMotion Blur\u201d is a filter, one that will stretch your photo into long streaks or concentric circles. We\u2019ll start with the classic \u201cMotion Blur\u201d filter. First, click on the \u201cBlur\u201d category on the bottom of the screen to narrow down the filter options, and then scroll to the right until you reach \u201cMotion Blur.\u201d Tap on it to apply it to your photo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    4. Now, you can change the direction and intensity of the motion effect by tapping on the filter icon again, where you should now see miniature sliders. Doing so will bring up the \u201cDistance,\u201d \u201cAngle,\u201d and \u201cFade\u201d tools. We recommend starting with the \u201cFade\u201d slider, which will make the motion filter more or less obvious. When you amp up the effect, you will be able to see the movement lines more clearly, which will help you decide if the angle of those lines is correct. Move over to the \u201cAngle\u201d tool and shift the slider around until the lines look correct \u2013 that is, until they look like they could be coming off of your subject. When you\u2019re pleased with the effect, jump down to Step 6 to learn how to limit the filter to certain areas of the photo, leaving other parts in focus.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    5. Now, let\u2019s explore the \u201cRadial Blur\u201d effect. In this particular image, where the dog is right in the center, these concentric circles will have the \u201cshot-out-a-cannon\u201d effect described above. Apply the \u201cRadial Blur\u201d effect just as you did with the \u201cMotion Blur\u201d by simply tapping on the filter. Then, make any changes to the intensity by pulling up the adjustment sliders, which, in this case, include only one option: \u201cBlur.\u201d As you could likely guess, the \u201cRadial Blur\u201d effect will become more intense when you move the slider upward. <\/span><\/p>\n

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    6. Now, it\u2019s time to clean up your subject. The blur filter may look perfect on the background, but it has the side effect of making the subject \u2013 in this case, the dog \u2013 also look blurred. The solution is to erase the effect, but just in the area of the photo where the subject is. You can do this by clicking on the eraser icon above your image and slowly and carefully dragging your finger across the desired area. If the eraser seems too big, you can change its size by clicking on the small white arrow in the corner of the eraser icon, now at the bottom of the screen. Move the \u201cSize\u201d slider down to decrease the eraser width for more precision. <\/span><\/p>\n

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    7. When you\u2019ve finished erasing the areas where you wish to remove the effect, save your work. You can download your project or share it by clicking on the downward arrow above your photo.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Create at the Speed of Culture<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n

    Picsart is a full ecosystem of free-to-use content, powerful tools, and creator inspiration. With a billion downloads and more than 150 million monthly active creators, Picsart is the world\u2019s largest creative platform. Picsart has collaborated with major artists and brands like BLACKPINK, the Jonas Brothers, Lizzo, Sanrio: Hello Kitty, I am a Voter, Bebe Rexha, Maroon 5, One Direction, Warner Bros. Entertainment, iHeartMedia, Cond\u00e9 Nast, and more.<\/i><\/b>\u00a0Download the app or start editing on web<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0today to enhance your photos and videos with thousands of quick and easy editing tools, trendy filters, fun stickers, and brilliant backgrounds. Unleash your creativity and<\/i><\/b>\u00a0upgrade to Gold<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0for premium perks!<\/i><\/b>\u00a0(<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    PicsArt’s Motion Blur Effect is an easy way to emphasize movement in an image. It works great for adding an extra kick to your action and sports shots. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":98,"featured_media":20357,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_title":"","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Trying to capture motion in a still photo? 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