Re: Scenic painted backdrops
I believe Sandro still has some theatre backdrops. http://www.sandrolaferlabackdrops.com/Home.html
Here's one I rented. There's some tulle in front for aerial perspective, You need that in a small studio:
Attachment 72488 Ralf Lauren (his duvets) liked it.
Re: Scenic painted backdrops
I use the freedom cloth drops from Denny's Manufacturing. All kinds - scenics and others and the fabric is really easy to work with- in fact you can iron it, steam it, throw it in the washer and dryer!
Re: Scenic painted backdrops
You can get high quality muslin and canvas from http://www.chicagocanvas.com/cotton-canvas/ and paint your own. Start with a Jacquard dye, then use sponges and brushes to add texture. Eventually you'll have a set of distinctive backdrops for 1/3 of cost.