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Sharing a simple trick for transforming a video background:
Add a slow-shutter effect.
By turning the surroundings into long, curved motion streaks, you can transform an ordinary environment into a more abstract composition that adds another layer to the shot.
I applied the effect to my own footage using Runway’s Aleph 2.0, editing only the background while keeping the original subject and movement intact.
There are also Runway plugins for After Effects and Premiere Pro if you want to use this directly inside your editing workflow.
Prompt is in the comments.
What do you think of this effect?
good one.
cooooool !
Very cool!
just amazing!
Nice
Awesome
Beautiful
Slow-shutter motion streaks background ko bohot clean depth dete hain! Simple yet effective AI video trick, Karina.
Amazing tip!
Thanks for sharing
Helpful tip for a person whose main focus is on numbers and farrrr from the video creativity 😊
The sharp face against the streaked background makes the blur feel intentional.
pretty cool effect. thanks for sharing!
Tough 🔥
uhhh this is SO nice!!
This is so cool
nice
This is beautiful!
Love how the slow-shutter effect transforms the background into abstract motion while keeping the subject sharp and natural. Such a creative way to add depth, energy, and a cinematic feel to an ordinary shot!
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