Ok, so it’s not true tilt shift photography. But, with the right photograph and a deft touch with Photoshop, you will be able to create a great photo with the same effect. The idea is make a true to life scene look as if it were done as a miniature model. View the slideshow below to see examples of simulated tilt shift photography. A screencast tutorial will guide you through the steps.
The Photo
The photos that make the most effective tilt shift photos are ones that have a wide depth of field (everything in the frame is in focus) with a downward perspective. Photos with a lateral perspective or that have a narrow depth of field are not good candidates for the tilt shift process.
The Process
The process to convert a standard photo into a convincing tilt shift is very simple. It takes a bit of practice to apply the mask in a way that is effective, but it is certainly within the grasp of anyone with a little bit of patience. Follow the short screencast below to see the step by step process.
Tutorial: Tilt Shift via Photoshop from rudy lopez on Vimeo.
