Hand Painted Backdrop Blog

Last year we decided to make a lightweight backdrop that sacrificed nothing of texture, color, or versatility... enabling photographers and film makers, stylists, etc to make on-the-go studio spaces anywhere their projects took them. We're quite happy to see Backdrop in a Bag is out there doing just that. 

When we pulled these moody, earthy, texture-rich drops off the studio floor, we were instantly reminded of Irving Penn’s famed backdrop. 

Songs for duality, shadow, light, the unknown, and knowns. With creatively inspiring songs from

“Essentials” gets back to basics with black, white & light.

A recent conversation with friends recalled this magical light scene from Pollyanna.

What do you notice here?

What parts of yourself are represented these characters?

Our upcoming Backdrop in a Bag Collection asks,

“What does black and white represent in your work?” 

“Why and when do you shoot b&w? And how do these contrasting opposites influence your color work?”

So, what size hand painted backdrop should you order? That all depends on what you're shooting...

Take a look at our guide below to determine the best size backdrop for your job and, when in doubt, size up! 

How do I describe Ultraviolet's new backdrop that comes in a beautiful matching bag? First, a work of art. An heirloom of fiber and color and depth. 

Answers to all your questions about Backdrop in a Bag our perfectly imperfect, flexible, portable, 2-in-1 background.