Thus, converting a rather plain, stale, and uninteresting shot into something exciting and dynamic. And the right background quickly transforms the mode by adding depth and texture. But they’re the easiest way to add visual flair to your photographs. However, the backdrop sets both the stage and environment for a photo. Many photographers negate their importance, and they’re mostly considering an afterthought. But, once we step inside into the studio, things change. In the real world, we rely on nature or human-made scenes. And, arguably, the most critical, yet overlooked aspect, is the background. Sophie’s hand-painted surfaces have never failed to deliver that difference and quality behind or underneath the things which I photograph.In photography, many elements combine to create the final image. It can be such an important point of difference or principle on some jobs. ‘There’s nothing quite like finding the perfect bespoke background surface for a special client or project.
Sophie’s hand-painted surfaces have never failed to deliver that difference and quality behind or underneath the things which I photograph.’ Matt Inwood Sophie has been making photography backdrops for publishers, prop houses, studios and creatives since 2016 - initially on a larger scale and more recently only by private commission - so we are really happy to be able to offer this service to a wider audience again through our website. 300 x 500cm, UK only for collection or please email with your order quantity and delivery address for a courier or van-delivery quote.100 x 160cm, UK flat rate £9.50, international worked out by DHL.international shipping on smaller sizes worked out by the carrier at checkout or get in touch for quotes on larger orders.delivered rolled, plastic-free where possible.choose between three sizes or email us for a bespoke quotation.larger sizes currently available for UK only.painted on highest quality artists canvas.made-to-order, dispatched within 10 working days (often 5 but this will be confirmed on email).
We love collaborating with you on your dream surfaces and will communicate throughout the artistic process to make sure we have understood your ideas and matched your vision perfectly.įor scenic effects and other commissions please get in touch to discuss your ideas and prices. Please email your references soon after ordering or get in touch to discuss your ideas, different sizes or large orders and we can create an order for you. (As an eco-conscious business we don't use any aerosol spray paints.) Our preferred paints are Little Greene Paint Co, Earthborn Paints, Farrow and Ball and Duluxe but we can match any standard paint reference. (Larger backdrops will be heavier and need bigger grips or staples!) See our set up pics using the smallest 'still life' canvas backdrop which we have simply clipped to a c-frame stand with bulldog clips. Painted on highest quality, 12oz artists canvas with raw edges to finish or hang as you wish. 300 x 500cm is the big one, the 'fashion' canvas backdrop for New York style fashion photography and editorial portraitureĬanvas will shrink slightly from painting, no more than a few cm's is normal.