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50 Examples and Tutorials of Bokeh in Photography, Textures and Websites

Posted on 11. Jan, 2010 by bmackler in Inspiration, Photoshop

Bokeh, a style originally from Japan that describes an out of focus area of a image/photograph that is used to draw your eye to the subject of the image. This extremely popular photography technique creates surreal and beautiful images, either naturally or using programs like Photoshop. The light and tonal patterns created are often very unique, giving the image or design an extra added depth.

Below, take a look at a collection of 50 awesome photographs, websites, textures and tutorials that all use the Bokeh style. When you are done, drop me a comment and let me know what you think.

Photography

Here are some wonderful examples of Bokeh in photography. Some are achieved with the camera, others are done post production with Photoshop. All are amazing and great examples of this unique style.

Garden Fireworks

Example of Bokeh Photography - Garden Fireworks

Let’s Watch Together

Example of Bokeh Photography - Let’s Watch Together

Bokeh Christmas Tree

Example of Bokeh Photography - Bokeh Christmas Tree

Dancing in the Bokeh Sky

Example of Bokeh Photography - Dancing in the Bokeh Sky

Seaview St – Chatham, Cape Cod

Example of Bokeh Photography - Seaview St – Chatham, Cape Cod

Cookie Splash

Example of Bokeh Photography - Cookie Splash

Bokeh Drop

Bokeh Drop

Bokeh People

Example of Bokeh Photography - Bokeh People

Slow Down

Example of Bokeh Photography - Slow Down

Take Me Away From Here

Example of Bokeh Photography - Take Me Away From Here

Je suis…

Example of Bokeh Photography - Je suis…

Plaza Lights

Example of Bokeh Photography - Plaza Lights

Kev

Example of Bokeh Photography - Kev

Pink

Example of Bokeh Photography - Pink

alejandrohdezruiz

Example of Bokeh Photography - alejandrohdezruiz

Little Fireflies

Example of Bokeh Photography - Little Fireflies

Water Bokeh

Example of Bokeh Photography - Water Bokeh

Websites

Below is a list of some great websites that use the Bokeh style in various places but most frequently as backgrounds. This style adds an extra layer of depth and texture to the overall design. The multi size and opaqueness of the circles and shading help the content areas to stand out.

Eighty8Four

Example of Bokeh Website - Eighty8Four

Sony CES

Example of Bokeh Website - Sony CES

Pixel Pleasure

Example of Bokeh Website - Pixel Pleasure

SoSo Juicy

Example of Bokeh Website - SoSo Juicy

Le-Marquis

Example of Bokeh Website - Le-Marquis

IconDock

Example of Bokeh Website - IconDock

Sephora Claus

Example of Bokeh Website - Sephora Claus

Razoo

Example of Bokeh Website - Razoo

Envato

Example of Bokeh Website - Envato

CauseCast

Example of Bokeh Website - CauseCast

Newcastle Web Design and Development

Example of Bokeh Website - Newcastle Web Design and Development

Lisa Maya

Example of Bokeh Website - Lisa Maya

Textures

Download these great textures to use on your website designs. They are great to use for backgrounds and accents to bring out important content.

Lost and Taken (30 Textures)

Bokeh Textures - Lost and Taken

Blue Feathery Bokeh Textures

Blue Feathery Bokeh Textures

Bokeh Stock Texture

Bokeh Textures - Bokeh Stock Texture

Ten Texture Pack

Bokeh Textures - 10 Texture Pack

RedwolfStock518 Bokeh Textures

Bokeh Textures - Redwolf518stock’s Bokeh Textures

High Resolution Bokeh Texture (5 Textures)

Bokeh Textures - High Resolution Bokeh Texture

Multi Colored Bokeh Pack

Bokeh Textures - Multi Colored Bokeh Pack

Light Textures

Bokeh Textures - Light Textures

Bokeh Hearts Texture

Bokeh Textures - Bokeh Hearts Texture

Free Pink & Silver Bokeh Textures

Bokeh Textures - Free Pink & Silver Bokeh Textures

Bokeh Texture Pack Four

Bokeh Textures - Bokeh Texture Pack 4

Bokeh Dreamscene

Bokeh Textures - Bokeh Dreamscape

Slodive

Bokeh Textures - SloDive (11 Textures)

Grungy Bokeh Textures

Bokeh Textures - Grungy Bokeh Textures

Grunge Bokeh (5 Textures)

Grunge Bokeh

Tutorials

Learn how to reproduce many of the same techniques as seen above. Here are some of the best tutorials for Bokeh on the web.

All About Bokeh Photography

Bokeh Tutorials - All About Bokeh Photography

DIY – Create your own Bokeh

Bokeh Tutorials - Do It Yourself Bokeh

Bokeh inspired Background / Bokeh Design Style

Bokeh Tutorials - Bokeh inspired Background / Bokeh Design Style

Awesome digital bokeh effect in Photoshop

Bokeh Tutorials - Awesome digital bokeh effect in Photoshop

Creating Faux Bokeh Backgrounds in Photoshop Tutorial

Bokeh Tutorials - Creating Faux Bokeh Backgrounds in Photoshop Tutorial

Awesome Bokeh Effect Tutorial

Bokeh Tutorials - Awesome Bokeh Effect

Drawing an Abstract Lightbulb

Drawing an Abstract Lightbulb

How to Create the Perfect Bokeh Effect

Bokeh Tutorials - How To Create The Perfect Bokeh Effect

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Tags: Inspiration, Photoshop, Resources, textures, tutorials

24 Responses to “50 Examples and Tutorials of Bokeh in Photography, Textures and Websites”

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Lauren

11. Jan, 2010

These are great! Thanks for sharing!

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Nina

11. Jan, 2010

Wonderful collection you got there, would love it f you could add my tutorial there as well: http://junkiee.net/tutorials/bokeh-examples-textures-create-a-perfect-bokeh-effect/

Thanks a lot

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bmackler Reply:
January 11th, 2010 at 10:07 pm
@Nina, Will happily add your tutorial to the page. Thank you for the link.

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Jane......I LOVE WEB DESIGN....

11. Jan, 2010

Fabulous Collection.. Great Post

I really benefited from the list.

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bmackler Reply:
January 11th, 2010 at 10:09 pm
@Jane……I LOVE WEB DESIGN…., Glad you like the collection. It is a really great and useful style with so many applications

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Jane......I LOVE WEB DESIGN.... Reply:
January 13th, 2010 at 8:31 pm
@bmackler,

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12. Jan, 2010

Hiya! Just thought I would let you know that I enjoyed looking at your photographs and have linked to your post here – http://www.photofreddie.com/photographs-bokeh-style/ – from my blog.

I particularly like the taxi

Freddie

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Ahmed

12. Jan, 2010

Very Very Very GooooooOoooooood , Thanks

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13. Jan, 2010

Great article, and thanks for the feature!

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20. Jan, 2010

now i know what the bokeh is………will try to apply with my new nikon d90

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Amit

02. Feb, 2010

hey nice collection..bokeh is an unusual style which is vry attractive..its easily done in photoshop bt photographing bokeh can be vry interesting..i try 2 photograph bokeh in different shapes like “Do It Yourself Bokeh” pic like the heart shape, hexagon n also snow flake shape ..these pics are vry beautiful..the bokeh on the grass is amazing it has a feel of morning dew..thanx for sharing those wonderful pics..

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18. May, 2010

Really great post. Such a nice effect, I always see it but never knew what it was called!

Thanks for sharing.

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BFresh

05. Aug, 2010

Very cool! Nice information.

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Infrared Photography

12. May, 2011

Great shots and thanks for the tutorials I’ll take a look at those

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26. May, 2011

Great info, tnx

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