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Make a DIY aperture disc

1 Black card

Thick black paper will help prevent light leaks and is what you’ll need to create a DIY aperture disc. We’ve settled on a heart, but the aperture can be any shape you wish. When placed in front of your lens and used with a wide-open aperture, it’ll transform your bokeh into your chosen shape.

2 Craft utensils

You’ll need a pencil to draw around your lens and mark out a template on the black card, which then needs

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