How To Blur the Background in Adobe Lightroom? 3 Effective Techniques

BySibghat Khan

You have taken a great picture, but the background object may distract from your image. In this Case, Adobe Lightroom provides a more useful blue background option to fix it. I use these features in many images to give a professional look to them. Lightroom provides many different advanced tools to fix the blurred background, like AI masking, blur lenses, and the Tool brush. 

I will learn you the best option to make a Blur background in Lightroom. By following these steps, you can adjust and make your image like a pro. So let’s see how to fix it step by step. 

When is there a need to blur the background in Adobe Lightroom?

When you have a distracting background, like unnecessary things in the background, I advise you to blur your image background. It will also make your image professional and stylish to hide background things in photos.

How do you blur the Background in Lightroom CC vs Lightroom Classic?

Lightroom different versions, like Lightroom CC and Lightroom Classic, provide a more efficient and effective option for to background. The blurring options remain the same in both software. Now let’s take a deep dive into their features, and how to blur the background perfectly. 

Techniques To Blur Background in Lightroom

Now we will discuss the 3 most unique techniques to blur the Background in Lightroom. 

  •  Blur The Background in Lightroom Using Lens
  •  Blur The Background in Lightroom Using an AI Mask
  •  Using the Lightroom Brush Tool to Blur Background

1- Blur The Background in Lightroom Using Lens

This is the most advanced using an AI-powered technique to blur the Background in Lightroom. I use this method that saves my time while blurring the Background. 

Step 1: Open the Image and find the Lens BlurImport the image in the Lens option and apply these features to it. 

Step 2: Set the Blur AmountYou can also adjust the blur strength according to your image needs. 

 Step 3: Set the Blur DistanceAlso, manage the Blur distance from the image by using the focal range slider that you want. 

Step 4: Tune Your Selection can also adjust the Blur tone with the help of the brush tool. This is the best way to manage the blur amount. 

2- Blur The Background in Lightroom Using an AI Mask

Lightroom provides the most advanced but simple tool, AI Mask, to blur the background in images. This is the most common technique used for blurring photos. Let’s see how it works. 

 Step 1: Select the Image and Mask icon

 Step 2: Add a Subject Mask.

 Import the image into Lightroom that you want to edit. Lightroom contains many icons that need to be clicked on to make an icon.

 Step 3: Add a Background Mask 

On the right side of the scene, select the masking icon. You can select the subject manually, or Lightroom will automatically highlight the object. Select the “ invert “ option that applies blur to the background.  

 Step 4: Use the Sharpness Slider To Apply Blur

When the background is selected, then adjust the Clarity, Texture, and Sharpness in a perfect way so that your image looks like it has a natural tone. 

3- Using the Lightroom Brush Tool to Blur Background

You can also blur your Background with the help of the Tool Brush. 

 Step 1: Drop the Image and Open the Brush Tool

Import your image into Lightroom and click on the Brush tool. 

Step 2: Paint the Background By Adjusting the Sharpening Slider

You can also adjust the background by sharpening slider. 

 Step 3: Increase the Amount of Blur

Set the amount of Blur according to their need. 

Step 4: Final Touch

 Reasons To Blur Background in Lightroom

People mostly blur the Background in Lightroom to remove unwanted objects from the background to make their image professional and naturally looking. So there are many reasons to blur the background of the images. Let’s discuss some of them. 

1- More Focus on the Object

Most people take the image in different places. Mostly, some things are present in the background to distract focus from the main subject, so people use Lightroom to blur their backgrounds and enhance the images.

 2- Adding Dreamy Style

Nowadays, everyone wants to look like their dream style, so Lightroom helps them look according to their desire. I generally blur my images’ backgrounds in the perfect way to get the attention of the viewers. 

3- Remove Unwanted Elements

If you want to remove unwanted objects that are captured unconsciously in the background, then use my tricks in Lightroom to blur backgrounds. Adjust the blur amount according to need, and you can also use the lens effects.

Tips To Blur Background in Adobe Lightroom

 I want to give you some professional tips that blur the background of images professionally and give them a natural look. 

  • Choose the right image.  Choose the right photo that we use for blur background, in which we take natural and best results, like a photo where the subject is clearly separated from the background. 
  • Adjust the Feathers;  Use the feather in Lightroom to soften edges between your subject and background blur. Firstly, apply a low value, then gradually increase and adjust its value to create a natural, seamless blend according to your image. Proper feathering cleans your image and gives a professional look to it. 
  • Adjust the Density; properly adjust the strength of the blurred backgrounds. Balance it according to your image background, in which this looks natural.
  • Use the auto mask feature; The Auto mask feature is the most advanced features in Adobe Lightroom that adjust the blurred background by itself and provide you best result. 
  • Use presets; I generally use premade presets to get professional results within in single click. So you can also use presets to save time. 

How do I Blur the Background in Lightroom CC Mobile?

I follow the following steps to blur the background in Lightroom CC Mobile. 

Step 1: Take an image and import it into the Lightroom app. 

Step 2: Click on selective mode from the menu. 

Step 3: Tap on the plus (+) icon to open the selective tools panel.

Step 4: Choose a blur method brush, Radical or Graduated filter. 

Step 5: Drag on the image to create a selective mask around the background.

Step 6: Click on the mask pin to access options like Duplicate, Invert, or Delete the mask.

Step 7: Open the sliders menu for adjustment tools.

Step 8: Blur the background by reducing the Sharpening slider and adjusting Clarity or Texture as needed.

Step 9: Then, preview it and save your edit, and export the image.

Conclusion

Now you will be able to blur your image background like a professional. Just apply my tricks to get take best results. With this, you will be able to give a natural, realistic, and professional look to images. Let’s have a try at it.