Use a wide aperture like f/1.8 to f/4
Focus on a subject close to the camera
Place bright lights in the background
Shoot at night or in low light
Use a lens with a long focal length
Increase the distance between subject and background
Use a shallow depth of field
Try manual focus for better control
Use a camera or phone portrait mode
Add light sources like string lights, streetlights, or candles
Move the camera slightly during a long exposure
Use a slow shutter speed for light trails
Keep the lens clean for clearer light effects
Experiment with reflections from glass or water
Edit the photo to enhance highlights and glow