There is no blur added in post-processing on this picture. However, the subject plane is at about 80 degrees from the sensor plane, and that is why the sides are out of focus. (achieved using a tilt lens)
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Looks like some photoshopped DOF. Might have looked more natural if you had blurred the boards closer to the bottom. I do like this, though it may not be the strong in your face story that some others are looking for in this challenge. I'll be interested in seeing where this places.
This image represents more of art than street photography. I think this would look very nice framed and hanging in one's living room. The blur and toning are tasteful and work well with the shot.
not your standard street shot. i feel like i'm looking at model railroad people...very cool and unique. The focus is a big part of what does it for me.