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![55 Awesome DIY Photography Backdrops](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-backdrops-550.jpg)
You don’t need to have an expensive photo studio to produce amazing photos. With some creativity and a little effort there are plenty of ways to create your own backdrops. And more good news is that the creative aspect has already been done for you by countless photographers and bloggers that have shared their own DIY backdrop ideas. Here you’ll find links to guides, tutorials and showcases that show backdrops that you can create and use in your own photography. Browse through the collection and I’m sure you’ll find a few that will be perfect for your own needs. Most of them can be done inexpensively, and many are relatively easy and quick.
We’ve also set up a Pinterest board that includes all of the backdrops features in this post.
UPDATE: for even more ideas and tutorials please see our follow up post 55 Fun and Creative DIY Photography Backdrops.
Streamers
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-3.jpg)
Fabric Taped to Wall and Floor
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-1.jpg)
Canvas Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-11.jpg)
Balloons on the Wall
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-2.jpg)
Chain Gang
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-20.jpg)
Tissue Paper Flowers
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-4.jpg)
Garage Studio with Blanket Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-12.jpg)
Geometric Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-5.jpg)
Wrapping Paper Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-15.jpg)
Simple Blanket Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-16.jpg)
Tablecloth Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-22.jpg)
Record Wall
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-6.jpg)
Wax Paper Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-28.jpg)
Cinco de Mayo Fringe
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-7.jpg)
Bokeh Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-29.jpg)
Holiday Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-8.jpg)
Tissue Paper Garlands
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-33.jpg)
Tinsel Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-9.jpg)
DIY Photo Booth
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-43.jpg)
Ombre Tissue Paper Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-10.jpg)
PVC Backdrop Stand
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-13.jpg)
Backdrop Stand
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-14.jpg)
Easy DIY Backdrop Board
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-17.jpg)
Yarn Balls
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-18.jpg)
Tree Trunk Photo Wall
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-19.jpg)
Muslin Background
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-21.jpg)
Fabric Strips Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-23.jpg)
Confetti Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-24.jpg)
Geometric Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-25.jpg)
Fabric or Paper Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-26.jpg)
Doily Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-27.jpg)
Fringed Scalloped Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-30.jpg)
Circle Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-31.jpg)
Giant Paper Flowers
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-32.jpg)
Fabric and Ribbon Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-34.jpg)
Flower Wall
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-35.jpg)
Marshmallow Snow
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-36.jpg)
Book Page Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-37.jpg)
Paper Flower Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-38.jpg)
Ruffled Shower Curtain
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-39.jpg)
Paper Flower Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-40.jpg)
Pinwheels
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-41.jpg)
3-in-1 Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-42.jpg)
Cardboard Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-44.jpg)
Circles Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-45.jpg)
Sequin Photo Booth
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-46.jpg)
Fringe Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-47.jpg)
Wood Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-48.jpg)
Song Lyrics Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-49.jpg)
Paper Fan Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-50.jpg)
White Background
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-51.jpg)
Curtain Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-52.jpg)
Geometric Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-53.jpg)
Ribbon and Lace Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-54.jpg)
Chalk and Wood Backdrop
![](https://ppimgs.s3.amazonaws.com/diy-55.jpg)