Headshot background guide
Blurred Headshot Background: Keep the Focus on Your Face
A blurred headshot background is one of the easiest ways to make any photo look more professional. By softening the details behind you, your eyes, expression, and smile become the main focus. You can get this effect with a camera lens, portrait mode, or AI if the original shot is already taken.
Who this headshot background is best for
- Turning a casual outdoor photo into a polished LinkedIn headshot.
- Hiding messy or distracting rooms behind you.
- Creating a professional look without needing a studio backdrop.
How to get this background right
Use these practical tips to avoid amateur-looking photos and get a clean, professional result.
Tip 1
Use blur to simplify, not to hide everything. The background should still suggest a setting (outdoor, office, studio) without being sharp.
Tip 2
Avoid over-blurring so much that the edges around your hair look fake.
Tip 3
If you’re editing, keep the blur smooth and consistent – no sharp halos around your shoulders.
Common mistakes with this background
Applying blur only around your head and leaving other areas sharp, which looks artificial.
Using a blur that doesn’t match the lighting direction or depth of the original photo.
Other headshot background ideas
Explore more background styles and choose the one that fits your personal brand.
Headshot background FAQ
Is a blurred background good for LinkedIn headshots?+–
Yes. A softly blurred background is one of the most popular and professional choices for LinkedIn because it looks modern and keeps the focus on your face.
Can AI blur my headshot background automatically?+–
Yes. AiProPortrait can take your existing photo and generate a new headshot with a natural, soft blur that looks like it was shot with a professional lens.
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