[Markulous]

Know that the generally accepted definition is the OOF area of an image but I look at it one stage further: the character that individual lenses will give objects, especially light, in the OOF areas (which is why a lens might be described as one that has good Bokeh)

[Soupdragon]

I like that type of bowkay.
The Japanese however prefer softer outlines and always go for rounded apertures where possible.

[Mr Blue Sky]

this too is my idea of good bokeh it can really add to an image. i do prefer the rounded bokeh though but i think the shape you have here markulous really suits the image

[JMitchell]

Originally Posted by Markulous

Know that the generally accepted definition is the OOF area of an image but I look at it one stage further: the character that individual lenses will give objects, especially light, in the OOF areas (which is why a lens might be described as one that has good Bokeh)

This is how I consider bokeh. I don't take pictures entirely out of focus, but like the way different lenses react to different situations regarding light and shadow!!!

[Boofers]

Aboslutly great picture Mark, good colors in the background. When I saw your pic I dug into my harddrive and found this picture, the textures from the light and aperture settings can make great backgrounds. For me, you can tell I like texture.

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[chickadee]

i like both combined .together the japenese softer outlines plus good soft light effects in a Bokeh (out of focus area). I think alot of people make the mistake of bokeh being a good macro image. Have definately learnt a lot on Bokeh , and totally enjoy viewing all the different Bokeh images that appear on different sites.