If there’s one wedding trend that doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon, it’s the photo booth! Whether you rent a full-scale photo booth for your festivities or set up a picture area with a fixed camera, this is a wonderful way for you to capture the most light-hearted moments of your special day, while giving your guests a chance to create their own memories of your wedding.
Sound like something that would fit in perfectly with your wedding plans? Then, Nanina’s in the Park is here to help you pull it all together! Here’s what you need to know to pick the perfect wedding photo booth and give your guests all the tools necessary to create unforgettable memories.
- Photos or video?
First and foremost, you should pick what type of photo booth you would like to use during your wedding festivities. In addition to the traditional single-shot booths, companies such as The Bosco, Phhhoto and Photomadic offer the ability to capture GIFs. These files, made popular by sites like Buzzfeed and Giphy, take quick bursts of photos and then automatically string them together in a stop-motion-style short clip. Additionally, other options include slow motion video, flipbooks and other styles to suit your tastes.
- Backdrops
If you decide to skip renting a full photo booth and would rather set up a photo area, your backdrop can make or break the look of this space. There are nearly unlimited options to choose from, but to start your thought process think of how the season and your wedding’s theme can inform your decorative choices and work from there. This is the best choice for couples who love do-it-yourself craft projects and decorating on their own, and this can be a dazzling way to put your personal stamp on the photo area.
- Props
Props are what will really help your photo booth/area truly shine, and they can bring out the fun and festive side of your guests. Some great ideas include sunglasses, fake moustaches, feather boas, signs and other costume pieces to give your guests a light-hearted way to step out of their comfort zones and make for some unforgettable pictures.
- Set Pieces
Last but not least, many companies now offer a wide range of set pieces that you can rent for the day that can act as a wholly unique photo area. Photo booth companies have gone for the gusto in recent years by offering their customers custom-made options such as Airstream trailers, classic Volkswagen Buses, inflatable bouncy castles, ball pits, trampolines and more. You can still impart your own decorative touches to these options with floral accents and theme-specific décor, but this is the ultimate option for couples who not only want the most unique pictures, but want to give their guests a truly amazing experience as well.
