Photo backdrops

[windrider86]

Does anyone have a good source to purchase Muslin backdrops? I have a few of basic colors and would like to get a few more that arent so plain. But, I was rather hoping not to spend 300 bucks on one.
I've seen them out there but thought if anyone knew of a good source you'd care to share I would be greatly appreciative

[m.c.adams]

Personally, I make my own by tie-dying canvas drop-cloths from wal-mart, but, Amvona carries a very good selection of back-drops at a variety of prices. Good luck.
Mark

[Sixpak]

Personally I like to keep my $$ for software, lenses, and stuff you just can't make. If you want to get a little creative and have some fun I recommend checking out some D-I-Y sites (Do It Yourself). I found this link for muslin backgrounds

[eNZee]

do you really HAVE to use muslin backdrops? is there anything else that you can use? this might sound ghetto but if i want a black background, couldnt i just use black bed sheets or something? i havent tried it yet but it has crossed my mind lol

[windrider86]

Well yes, I want some fancier backgrounds. I have black and white all ready and a green and yellow one and a yellow one. But I want something nicer and more custom. Hard to charge higher prices if you dont offer something more special.
six pack-thanks for the link. Now I ahve to figure out where to buy it. Our wal mart doesnt sell material and the nearest store is 100 miles away. Yup I live in the middle of no where!

[FoG]

Try fabirc warehouses rather than direct photography places if you were UK based would say Dunelm etc have a HUGE selection but sorry yer not so try them usually they have great selections at reduced prices ... get chatting to the manager see if they can do you a deal for some advertising ie a small space on your web site etc etc ... who knows .. remember never fails to ask the worst they can say is no

[m.c.adams]

The ones that I have made, using the link that sixpak provided, turned out real well. I didn't use muslim, I used 6' x 9' canvas drop cloths from wal mart. For the real ones, I still suggest Amvona. They have a good selection and very reasonable prices.
Mark

[windrider86]

canvas drop clothes? as in the painting section?

[Sixpak]

Sounds like an excuse to go check out Lowe's or Home Depot!

[curmudgeon_01]

You could always check any local theatre groups or college theatre dept. There may be a scenic there quite willing to do one to your specs for photos of their work. You may have to supply the mus but a quick trip to the fabric store for light weight unbleached muslin should be relatively painless.

And of course, while you're talking to the scenic/painter you may happen to leave some cards to pass around.