Cheap and Easy Photography Backdrop Ideas You Can Try

Photography backdrops (Source from www.printlon.com) don't have to be expensive and complicated. With a few simple tools and materials, you can easily create professional-looking photos without breaking the bank. Read on to find out what background ideas are available to add visual interest to your photographs.

Paint a backdrop for your photography.

One of the simplest and most effective ways to create an interesting backdrop for photography is to paint a large canvas or wall. Start with a white or neutral-colored background and experiment with bright, primary colors, watercolor brushstrokes, geometric designs, abstract shapes, and more—anything that suits your creative vision! Be sure to let your painting dry completely before letting anyone step in front of the painted backdrop.

Use fabric or curtains as a backdrop.

Fabric or curtains can be used to create a stunning, unexpected background for photos. To get a more dramatic look, opt for sheer or lightweight fabrics, ideally in solid hues like navy blue, charcoal gray, or stone. To soften the backdrop even further, drape the fabric on a metal rod and hang it from the ceiling. For an even simpler and more natural-looking background option, you can hang light-colored cottons from your wall—just make sure that they’re evenly spaced so they don’t become wrinkled.

Get creative with colored paper backgrounds.

For an easy, elegant backdrop that requires little setup, get creative with colored paper. Choose solid-hued craft paper, wrapping paper, or scrapbook paper in a bold hue—think gold, blush pinks, and soft grays for a timeless look. If you use multiple sheets of the same color in your design but lay them on an angle next to each other it can create a beautiful ombre effect. Either tack these to your wall or drape their background along the floor behind your subject.

Repurpose everyday items into photography backdrops.

If you’re a budget-savvy photographer, you can create photography backdrops with the items already in your home. For a rustic touch, hang up some strings of fairy lights and clip polaroids or photos to them. If you’re extra crafty, create a homemade graffiti or chalkboard wall with black paint, paper, and dry-erase markers. For added visual interest, hang tapestries or fabric as striking backdrops in your photos.

Hang fairy lights for a unique lighting effect.

Fairy lights are an excellent choice for adding a special sparkle to your photos. Hang up some strings of fairy lights for a special lighting effect and clip photos or polaroids to the strings for added visual interest. When hung up strategically, these lights will create a beautiful background with wonderful illumination. Plus, it’s easy on the budget!