Get control of your bokeh . . .

[flamin lib]

Yeah, it sounds like keeping an exotic pet on a leash but it's about the fuzzy background . . .

http://www.getolympus.com/us/en/vday_bokeh?utm_content=gettipbtn&utm_campaign=em_vdaybokeh-17_us&utm_source=email_etprm&utm_medium

You can use any shape; star, triangle, lightening bolt, whatever. You can also get starburst effects on highlights by simply making a cross with your finger on the UV filter you use to protect your lens. Goes without sayin' that ya' don't touch the lens . . .