About Us
Best Ever Backdrops® was born because of the need for high-quality, affordable, lightweight backdrops that won't break your back -- or the bank.
I was inspired to create a line of photography backdrops because I was tired of watching my photographer and stylist friends lift ridiculously heavy boards and slabs of marble that could qualify them for a gold medal in weightlifting. And yes, the rumors are true: I created the company in 2 weeks… `cause that’s what I do when I’m not working as a television writer and producer. I’ve been creating and manufacturing products since 1994 by my other company HomePlates Worldwide. (If you want to learn how to create your own custom products, here's an overview.)
Best Ever Backdrops® are printed single or double sided (your choice) on a 100% waterproof, 1/8" thick rigid substrate. Virtually indestructible, they're lightweight, easy to clean, and completely stain resistant. They can be stored anywhere so you don't need to build a shed to house them. If you're on the go, you can carry them and shoot anywhere. Durable and long-lasting, they're proudly Made in the USA by HomePlates.
We're proud to also introduce a line of Vinyl backdrops... printed single or double-sided in a variety of sizes as well as specializing in custom work.
So, here's the thing: you can buy a backdrop from somewhere else that's not waterproof, for more money -- or purchase Best Ever Backdrops® and do what you do best -- create!
Aside from our backdrops, check out the unique accessories and props page. There's plates and platters curated from textures in the backdrop collection so you can mix & match -- and coordinate your props to make your styling POP even more.
FREE SHIPPING to the USA within the 48 contiguous states. Worldwide shipping, too.
I think this was one of my best ever brainstorms. I hope you'll agree.
Best,
Barbara

Barbara Hobart is a television writer/producer and also a manufacturer of custom products. Aside from creating products for global brands as well as small businesses, she manufacturers accessories and products for the Instant PotLuck collection as well as the products here at Best Ever Backdrops through her company HomePlates Worldwide. (If you want to hear how Instant PotLuck got started, she was invited to get back on stage after 30+ years -- here's the story.)
Since that time, Barbara has expanded her company and creates, develops, manufactures, distributes, and consults with companies large and small to help strengthen their brand identity and awareness through custom products.
Some of her clients include Laura Ashley, British Home Stores, John Lewis Department Store, Aspace, BBC America, Organic Girl, Live Nation, House of Blues, WIC, The Coca Cola Company, The Campbell's Soup Company, Blake Shelton, Netflix, Comcast, Carnival Cruises, Opry Entertainment, Dark Matter Coffee, Gifford’s Ice Cream, and many others.
And yes, she still writes and produces for the stage and television. You can see her latest work: The Quarantine Diaries, a series which started as a fundraiser for The Actors Fund to help those in the entertainment community during Covid19.