Having a photo booth at your wedding is a fun and creative way to have your guests capture memories of your big day, both for you and for them!If you research rental companies, create a plan, and personalize your options, you will be able to rent a photo booth that will fit your needs.With photos that highlight your style and the individual personality of your family and friends, it's a great way to remember your wedding.
Step 1: At least 5 months before your wedding, start looking into your options.
You need time to make decisions, make a reservation, and prepare any other props you might need for your big day, so starting the process in advance will ensure you aren't scrambling at the last minute to pull something together.Don't despair if you find yourself starting your research closer to your wedding date.You will most likely be able to find a rental option for your date if you set aside 4 or 5 hours one day to do some work.They will know to get back to you in an extra-timely matter if you communicate that you are on a time constraint.Most photo booth rental companies are used to working with brides and grooms in a variety of situations, from a small budget allowance to last-minute additions and adjustments.They will help you make a good decision.
Step 2: You should have a budget before contacting companies.
If you have a firm number in mind for how much you want to spend on a photo booth, you won't overspending.Having a budget before making decisions will help keep you on track and it can be tempting to add on lots of fun accessories and options.Couples spend between $400 to $1000 on photo booth rentals.
Step 3: There are legitimate wedding directories and vendor sites.
A company that is reliable will be reviewed on the major sites.Look for a company that has done a lot of events, has good reviews, and has a large portfolio to show you.There are a number of wedding sites to check out.If a business isn't reviewed on these sites, ask why.Are they a new business?Is it possible that they aren't advertising in these places?This could be a sign that the company isn't stable.
Step 4: There are photo booth options at a bridal show.
This is a great way to check out a photo booth and talk to a company about your needs and to get answers to questions about pricing and add-on options.You can get your photo taken in the booths.How would your photos turn out?
Step 5: The photo booth camera is a DSLR.
This type of camera will give you the best results, and this information should be specified online or in person.Smaller guests should be accommodated by the camera at your wedding.Webcam booths are often less expensive than you might think.
Step 6: Logistics for who will set up the booth and how it will be delivered are finalized.
The cost for a photo booth includes the rental, setup, and breakdown.You will need to coordinate the delivery of the photo booth with your reception location and the start of your cocktail hour.It's a good idea to know how long your reception will last before making any reservations.If you are having a cocktail hour, having the photo booth available is a nice option and gives guests something to do while they for dinner to start.If your reception includes a cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing, you will want to rent the photo booth.When the music needs to stop and guests need to leave, you can use that as a guideline for when the attendant can start the breakdown of the booth.It is better to have the booth available for an extra hour if it isn't too expensive.One of the last things you will want to do is have someone take down your photo booth.The photo booth should be set up one hour before guests arrive.
Step 7: Give your guests a wedding favor by ordering photo-strips.
Guests can see the photo-strips immediately after pictures have been taken at many photo booths.This is a fun way for guests to show off their outfits at your wedding.You can choose to have your photo booth print two copies of each photo.One copy can go with your guests and the other will be yours to keep.A guest book can be made from photo strips.A guest book with black pages and gel pens for guests to sign beneath their photos is another way to document your night.
Step 8: You can add your names and wedding date to the photo strips.
Large photo booth rental companies should be able to offer a wide range of customization options.Different colors, filters, or shapes can make your experience unique.Ask for the pricing of the customizations.
Step 9: If you want to import your photos yourself, you should get a CD.
This option allows you to pick and choose which photos you want to have printed or shared online, rather than having everything printed at once (you may not want 5 photos of the same shot of your friends wearing fake mustaches, but 1 good photo should definitely make it into your scrap book).It's easy to drag and drop photos into emails or onto social media pages when you have photos on a CD.
Step 10: All photos should be uploaded to a website.
You can share a link with your friends and family, and everyone can see the photos.You don't have to get calls and texts from people who want to see the shots from your wedding.You could write the website information on a chalkboard and place it by the booth, or you could have little cards printed up with the information for guests to take home.
Step 11: Pick a theme for your wedding and match the style of your booth to it.
Are you having a black-tie event or a traditional Ukrainian wedding?Are you decorating with a color scheme or a favorite show?Matching your photo booth will give your event a unified feel.Adding a fun background can make the photo booth experience even more special.Twinkly lights or sheer fabric can make a photo stand out.
Step 12: Guests can use the props in the photo booth.
If your rental company doesn't provide props for you to choose from, you can buy ones from party planning or wedding planning stores, or even make your own.Don't choose too many props that are too large.They will leave you with a lot of photos of disguised friends and family.Fun prop ideas include fake mustaches, oversized sunglasses, fuzzy boas and funny hats.For friends to pose with you and your spouse-to-be, you could get a large cut out of them.
Step 13: You can visit the booth yourself.
You do not want to get to the end of the reception and realize you have not taken any photos.At the beginning of the reception, go to the photo booth with your friends and family to make it in time.Keep in mind that you will be tired and ready to hit the road at the end of the night if you keep the photo booth a little past the reception.