Anatomy of a Backdrop Stand | Natural Light Studio in Dublin, Ca

Backdrop stands have been around for EVER but not very many photographers know the anatomy of a backdrop stand. This knowledge is really helpful because it it helps you use this amazing tool so much faster and more efficiently!

As you can see, it’s pretty straight forward, right? Well, once you get the stand in front of you, all the knobs look the same, it’s all folded up and you find yourself asking “Ummm… how do I work this?” Well, wonder no more!

3 things you need to know to quickly understand backdrop stands.

1. Tripod Base - This allows you to have a big base to anchor whatever you are using with the backdrop stand to stay ON THE GROUND. Tipping is bad. haha!

2. Adjuster Knobs - these allow you to adjust the hight of the entire backdrop stand, whether you’re setting up something big, or shooting a small product shoot, the backdrop stand will extend up to 8 ft tall. Yay!

3. Adjustable Rod - The rod is your best friend. Use it for so many things (more blog posts about that later!) It’s not just for hanging paper, it can be used for loads of things! It easily adjusts its length like a tension rod for curtains.

We hope this was helpful to you! If you would like to learn more, go check out our entire tutorial on how to set up backdrop stands HERE and give our Youtube channel a follow HERE! We will be posting videos every month on different topics that we KNOW you will love and learn from!

If you want MORE, sign up for our IN PERSON classes following these videos. Classes take place every month! Studio members are FREE. Past clients (if you’ve ever rented the space), your first class is free, then $49 each class after that. If you’ve never rented the space before, classes are $49 but if you end up renting the space after the class, we will credit the $49 to your first booking! Win! Win! Sign up by clicking the contact button below!

See you there!

Janea