John Suder

Lensbaby SLR lenses allow you to take photos with one area in sharp focus (the ’sweet spot’) with the rest of the area surrounded by a graduated blur. You can adjust the focus area by moving the flexible lens tubing, locking into place, then adjusting the fine focus area. Lensbaby lenses run about $270 (US). Models are available to fit most SLRs and they’re available direct from the manufacturer or on Amazon. Check the Lensbaby Flickr pool some great examples.