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04/08/2007 04:15:17 PM · #1 |
I want to build a simple white bckdrop that can stand alone, so ic an set it up outside.
I'm not sure what material to use, it needs to be large enough to fit 5 people in at once.
any ideas or links would be great!
//adam |
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04/08/2007 04:21:48 PM · #2 |
PVC pipe and fittings would work for the stand. Looks budget but works fine.
EDIT: And of course white material and spring clamps to hold it to the frame.
Message edited by author 2007-04-08 16:22:22. |
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04/08/2007 04:30:15 PM · #3 |
| yea i was thinking pvc pipe too, i just wasnt sure. what do you suggest for a white meterial? |
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04/08/2007 04:37:55 PM · #4 |
Muslin from the fabric store is a solid but expensive choice. Lasts forever and you can paint it whatever "white" you want with paint from the hardware store. Personally, I think I would watch the sales at your local fabric store for awhile. Mine often has sales on whole bolts (good for head shots) and the various fabrics that come on those industrial sized rolls. A few people have also suggested in the past checking out places that manufacture/sell curtains. I've never looked into that though.
Message edited by author 2007-04-08 16:39:01. |
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04/08/2007 04:41:26 PM · #5 |
if you do the PVC thing, get some sandbags or something else. it will be large and cheap, but not very sturdy. i have a friend who built a giant 3 panel backdrop holder out of PVC and it works great inside but outside the slightest breeze sends it tipping.
i found a GREAT portable background stand kit online for less than $100. think about all of the time to invest in buying, measuring, cutting, and reinforcing all of that PVC. your time is worth something too and this might be a better option.
edit: i was wrong. i bought mine at my local cam store. i can't find its brand online, but this one is similar
Message edited by author 2007-04-08 16:46:46. |
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04/08/2007 05:18:47 PM · #6 |
yea, i was gonna get some sandbags from my garage
PVC comes in alot of premeasure size, so i was thinking of just getting hte pieces and sorta putting them together
my dad owns a construction company, so it should prove to be a breeze
im going to take a trip to a local menards and figure it out
thanks for allthe input! |
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