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Ruth Thornton

@rthornton28.bsky.social

Here's my submission for this week's #52Frames challenge.
#52frames_shallowdepthoffield #cat

February 25, 2026 at 9:25 PM

Brian From Jersey

@brian-from-jersey.bsky.social

A shallow shot of a depth of field gauge for #52frames_shallowdepthoffield

#52frames #photography #old_lens

February 23, 2026 at 10:04 PM

Liz Waters

@watersphotography.bsky.social

#52frames_shallowdepthoffield
Went to the #ctflowerandgardenshow yesterday to catch a glimpse of Spring before our blizzard today!
#nikonframers
#fairyhouse
#gardens
#spring

February 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM

Fabrice Lambert

@lamfa.bsky.social

Week #8 of 52Frames: Shallow Depth Of Field!

“The Thin Margin”.

#52frames #52Frames_shallowdepthoffield #photography #blackandwhite #monochrome #minimalism #quebec #canada #eastcoastkin #dog

A black and white close up photograph of a sleeping dog resting on a dark floor. The image is taken from a very low angle, almost at ground level, creating an intimate perspective. The dog lies stretched forward, its head resting heavily on the surface, eyes closed in deep sleep. One front paw extends toward the viewer in the foreground.

The focus is extremely shallow. The ridge of the dog’s muzzle and the closed eyelid hold the sharpest detail, revealing fine fur texture and subtle wrinkles across the brow. The paw closest to the camera appears partially defined at the edges before dissolving into softness. The rest of the body fades gradually into blur, merging into a dark, nearly black background.

Light falls gently from the side, sculpting the contours of the face and emphasizing the curve of the snout. Highlights trace the smooth fur along the cheek and forehead, while shadows deepen beneath the chin and around the nose. The high contrast between illuminated fur and surrounding darkness isolates the dog, creating a sense of quiet enclosure.

The shallow depth of field compresses the space so that only a thin slice of the scene feels tangible. Everything beyond that narrow plane recedes into softness, giving the impression that the dog exists within a small island of clarity suspended in shadow. The overall mood is calm, intimate, and tender, with a strong sense of stillness and closeness.

February 23, 2026 at 12:53 PM

Lora Lee Gaynor

@luckyloralee.bsky.social

My Submission for this week over at #52Frames

#52frames_shallowdepthoffield

February 23, 2026 at 3:50 AM

Tim Brouse

@tbrouse.bsky.social

@52frames - shallow depth of field “Bokeh Hour” / Head High Pinot Noir held in warm light, its legs drifting slowly down the glass as the background softens into a bokeh glow. #52frames #52frames_shallowdepthoffield

February 23, 2026 at 1:44 AM

teekayphotography.bsky.social

@teekayphotography.bsky.social

#52Frames week 8-shallow depth of field.
This stunning Kookaburra is a frequent visitor to my garden. He/she make me smile every single time.
Such a stunning bird.
#52frames_shallowdepthoffield #birds #birdphotography

A close up photo of a kookaburra sat on the top of the back of a chair with a dark green blurred background

February 22, 2026 at 11:24 PM

chocolatemal.bsky.social

@chocolatemal.bsky.social

My final submission for #52frames_shallowdepthoffield
#inthemaking
#visualstorytelling
#workinghands
#tactile
#blackandwhitephotography
#closeup

February 22, 2026 at 6:04 PM

Mystifier

@plantspetspics.bsky.social

52Frames Week 8 Shallow Depth of Field
“Snow Bunny”

#photography #52Frames #52frames_shallowdepthoffield #dog #snow

A black dog with a white chest and muzzle looks behind the camera while standing in and surrounded by cold white snow. There is also tiny specks of snowflakes falling from the sky.

February 22, 2026 at 3:08 PM

jdkwizard.bsky.social

@jdkwizard.bsky.social

Wrapped in a cocoon of dreamy sleep,
the world melts away as color depletes.
Just one fragile detail anchored in sight,
while the rest of the frame surrenders to night.

#52frames #52frames_shallowdepthoffield #Dog #Carnivora #sleep #snap_pets #snap_cuteness #snap_bnw

February 22, 2026 at 1:50 PM

Jim Bonewald

@jbonewald.bsky.social

My #52frames submission for the #52frames_shallowdepthoffield theme. Tulips aren’t out yet but a friend brought this bunch to my wife for us to enjoy.