Motion blur photography is a great way to create dynamic pictures.

Usually, a picture can only capture one moment in time.

However, with the help of motion blur, the photographer can tell a whole story.

Train moving in motion blur

They can show a busy street or a passing car.

Not to mention, it looks cool.

But not everyone owns a professional camera that can facilitate this effect.

Unlock background in Photoshop

This tutorial will teach you how to add motion blur after the fact.

How to Add Motion Blur With Photoshop

Photoshop has a variety of blurring options.

In this guide, well focus specifically on motion blur to create dynamic pictures.

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Create Motion Blur for the Background

First, well show how to create a blurred background.

For instance, when several movements happen at the same time.

Or when you only want to blur to affect a small portion of the image.

Motion Blur in Photoshop

Or even as a photographer, you could play with the images long after you shoot them.

Furthermore, you’re free to use this effect to produce unique and artistic images.

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Adding motion blur in Photoshop

Picture before motion blur

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Path Blur finished picture