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Image Tilt ShiftCreate a miniature/tilt-shift effect by blurring above and below a focal band.

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Image Tilt Shift

Create a miniature/tilt-shift effect by blurring above and below a focal band.

How to Use
1

Upload Your Image

Drop or select an image — aerial photos work best.

2

Adjust Focus Band

Set the position, width, and blur strength.

3

Apply and Download

Click Apply, preview the miniature effect, and download.

What Is Image Tilt Shift?

Tilt-shift simulates a miniature model look by applying selective focus. A horizontal strip stays sharp while everything above and below is progressively blurred, making scenes look like toy models.

Why Use Our Image Tilt Shift?

  • Adjustable focal band position, width, and blur strength
  • Creates convincing miniature/toy model effect
  • Progressive blur gradient for natural depth of field
  • Works best with aerial and high-angle photographs

Common Use Cases

Miniature Effect

Make real-world scenes look like tiny toy models.

Selective Focus

Draw attention to a specific horizontal band.

Creative Photography

Add a whimsical look to landscape and urban photos.

Social Media

Create eye-catching miniature-style posts.

Technical Guide

The effect composites sharp and blurred versions using a gradient mask. The sharp image is drawn in the focal band area while the blurred version appears in the zones above and below.

Tips & Best Practices

  • 1
    Aerial/bird's-eye photos produce the most convincing results
  • 2
    Narrow focus band (10-20%) creates a stronger miniature illusion
  • 3
    Boosting saturation enhances the toy model look
  • 4
    Position the focus band on the main subject

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Frequently Asked Questions

QWhich photos work best?
Aerial views, high-angle cityscapes, and landscapes.
QCan I move the focus band?
Yes, use the position slider to place the sharp band anywhere vertically.
QHow wide should the focus band be?
10-25% of image height for best miniature effect.
QDoes this work on portraits?
The effect is designed for scenes. Portraits look better with radial blur.

About Image Tilt Shift

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