Best Way to Set Up a Wedding Backdrop at Home for Asian Pre-Wedding Events

Memorylane Studios
Apr 16
3 min read

Planning a maiyaa, jago, sangeet, or any other pre-wedding event at home? One of the most overlooked—but super important—parts of the setup is the decor backdrop. While fabric-drape backdrops look amazing in person, if they're not placed properly, they can cause major issues for your photo and video team.

Here’s a simple guide to help you set up your home decor backdrop the right way—so your memories look as stunning on camera as they do in real life.

📍 1. Choose the Right Spot in the House

Pick a room that’s at least 10–12 feet wide and has a similar amount of length.
Your media team needs at least 8–10 feet of space between the camera and the backdrop to capture full shots and movement properly.
Avoid tight corners, hallways, or crammed living rooms unless furniture can be moved out.

🪑 2. Clear the Area—No Sofas, Chairs, or Extra Furniture

One of the biggest mistakes: leaving sofas, tables, or chairs in front of the decor.
These block movement, end up in the frame, and totally ruin the clean, elegant look.
Remove everything from the decor room if possible. Let the backdrop breathe.

🧱 3. Set Up the Backdrop Close to the Wall

Place the fabric drapes as close to the wall as possible to maximize space.
Props or accessories in front of the backdrop should be spaced out nicely, covering 2–3 feet in front—but still allowing room to walk through if needed.

💡 4. Avoid Using Cheap Decor Lights

Lights that come with rented decor often flicker or have odd color tones that look bad on camera.
If you’re indoors, it's better to avoid these lights altogether.
Let your photo/video team handle the lighting—they’ll use professional gear to make things pop.

🪟 5. Pay Attention to Window Placement

Best case: A window on the right side of the backdrop (from the camera's view).
If there’s a window behind the backdrop, cover it completely using cardboard or blackout material to avoid harsh light or overexposure.

🧼 6. Hide All Visual Clutter

Remove or cover routers, wires, TV screens, or any visible wall-mounted gadgets.
Anything that doesn’t add to the aesthetic should be gone or hidden—especially from side walls, as they often creep into wide shots.

🏡 7. What About Rugs?

If you're using a rug in front of the backdrop, go for a large one—at least 8–10 feet wide.
A small rug can look awkward and may expose parts of the floor that don't match the decor.
If you don’t have a large one, it’s better to skip the rug completely.

📸 8. Do a Test Shot with Your Phone

Ask someone to stand 8–10 feet away from the backdrop and take a wide-angle photo using the 0.5x lens on their phone.

If the photo shows only the decor with no sofas, windows, wires, or distractions, you're all set!
This one step can save a lot of editing headaches later.