How to Blur Background in Lightroom?

Hey everyone,

I’m trying to blur the background in some of my photos using Lightroom but can’t seem to get it quite right. I’ve played around with the masking tools and radial filters, but the results don’t look as natural as I’d like.

Are there specific settings or techniques you recommend for achieving a smooth, professional-looking background blur? Also, is there a way to mimic a shallow depth of field effectively in post-processing?

Any tips or step-by-step guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

Use Select Subject Mask, invert it, and adjust settings to blur background in Lightroom by reducing Texture, Clarity, and Sharpness. Feather the mask edges to avoid harsh transitions, and refine with the brush tool if needed.