Fish Tank Backgrounds

Fish tank backgrounds create instant visual appeal, and create the illusion of more space in a smaller tank. They also hide equipment behind the tank. They look great behind a curtain of shimmering bubbles or with contrasting decorations. Fish tank backgrounds come in different sizes and many exciting designs.

You can use simple nondistracting backgrounds to allow the natural attributes and colors of your
fish to capture center stage. You can use materials like a towel, solid-color wrapping paper, and thick construction paper to make excellent backdrops.

When choosing a background, take into consideration the color of your subject. A darker background is appropriate for a light-colored fish, such as a glass catfish. On the other hand, you’re better off using a light background for a dark-colored fish, such as a tiger oscar.

Try to avoid cluttering the tank or the glass with too many objects (three plastic divers, a shipwreck, and Donald Duck on a life raft is too many) — they may take away from the natural beauty of your fishy subject. Keep all decorations, such as gravel, plants, and rocks to a minimum, especially in a
smaller photo tank. But these decisions are a matter of personal preference and ultimately rest with the individual photographer. Some of the best fish photos come about as a result of the trial-and-error method of artistic arrangement.