Portable backgrounds - which one?

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Hi guys.

I'm looking at buying a portable background for portrait photography and, after a quick search, I think that I would like a muslin background as I don't particularly like the idea of transporting a massive roll of paper in my car (it's only a little Micra!).

As I can only buy one background for the time-being what type would you guys recommend? I see white, grey and black along with all sorts of mottled effect muslin in different colours. I'm thinking grey could be a good idea because I could both underexpose to make it dark or use flash to overexpose for a high-key look.

Also, what type of stands will I need?

Cheers,
Connor.
 
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Muslin is appalling for creases, you might need a rethink.
 
I have been looking at one of the black/white vinyl backdrops that come in various lengths and width and roll up. Just need to work out what size would be best for size and shooting options etc.
 
Phil V said:
Muslin is appalling for creases, you might need a rethink.
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I've seen a video of a guy simply using hot water in a span can to remove creases in 20 seconds. I plan on using clamps to pull it taut so I was hoping that they, along with the water would remedy any serious creases.

Tunbridge said:
I have 4 rolls of this http://www.photography-backgrounds.co.uk/Photography-Background-Papers/1.35-x-11-metres.html
Works a treat and easy fits in a car, even a Micra. You can get 4 rolls for £90 which is decent and gives you plenty of options, I bought white, black, grey and orange. Easy to store too as they fit under the width of a double bed.
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Thank you for the recommendation but the width of those paper rolls simply isn't enough for my needs.
 
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