Backdrops

Hello! I'm just getting started with a tiny portrait studio in my garage and

one of my Seniors wanted me to check out a FANTASTIC photographer named Tim

Schooler. If you guys haven't seen his work (www.timschooler.com).

Absolutely gorgeous.

Anyhow, he uses some contemporary and vibrant backdrops that I haven't seen

anywhere and I'm hoping to use something like that in my upcoming senior

sessions (since the kids seem to love it).

I get my backdrops from Backdrop Outlet and Denny's and didn't see anything

similar. Does anyone know where to find them or do I need to hire an

artist? :-)

Thanks for any suggestions~

Lisa Marie

Email him : info@timschooler.com

Most people are very happy to help!

Hello, I have emailed him as well. :-)

Maybe I'll hear from him soon....

Thanks!! Lisa

Tim was quite helpful to me on another forum, and he'll probably answer soon.<p>

In the meantime, check out

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<li><a href="http://www.backgroundsbymaheu.com/"><strong>Backgrounds by David Maheu</strong></a> Elegantly hand-painted muslins. I seem to recall Tim mentioning them, though I don't know if he uses them.

<li><a href="http://www.photoshowcasebackgrounds.com/"><strong>Photo Showcase</strong></a> - Elegant backgrounds by Rick and Terry Larson (Beautiful work)

<li><strong><a href="http://www.skyhighbackgrounds.com">Sky High Background</a></strong> Most famous for their vivid tie-dyed muslins, they also make a variety of more conservative ones.

</ul>

Realize that a lot of the impact comes from how those backdrops are used and lit.

I've been thinking of ordering something from this guy, http://www.michaelmaddox.net

I've also gotten some neat effects just using a stainless steel refrigerator for a background. You can also gel a light to change up the effects of the stainless steel.