In this blog post we will be discussing the 5 essential tips that couples should consider when booking a photo booth for their wedding. Many of these items are often overlooked. Take a minute to educate yourself before you book. We have talked to many couples who know they want to have a photo booth at their wedding, but don’t know how much they should budget for. Most wedding photo booth rentals are based on 2 to 4 hour packages. Wedding photo booth rentals typically range from $500-$1500 based on features and the experience you want your guests to have. Setting a budget is a great first step in helping you find the perfect photo booth for your wedding. One of the most important factors for a successful photo booth at your wedding would be to find a photo booth that matches the theme and vibe of your wedding. Many weddings in the San Antonio area are rustic themed. It would not make sense to book a photo booth with a look that does not fit in with the rest of your decor or wedding. You will also want to pay attention to the backdrop selection that is offered by a photo booth company. For example, some clients don’t mind the aesthetics of having a green screen at their wedding. This is a personal preference and would need to be considered when choosing your photo booth options. Another consideration is the style of props used and if props will be offered at all. We have had clients that are on both sides of the spectrum. Some clients love the large fun props while others are going for a more modern and clean look with no props offered. Again this is a personal preference for your wedding. Most photo booth providers do offer a package that includes printing. Prints come in various sizes and media. The most popular sizes are 2 x 6 photo strips and 4 x 6. Some photo booth companies will also provide metallic paper prints and also larger size prints such as 6 x 6 or 6 x 8. Most photo booth companies would refer to these as templates (industry lingo). The photo booth print out template can be customized with your colors, themes and personalized text specific to your wedding. If you want to provide a keepsake for your guests, I would recommend booking a photo booth that provides prints. You will also want to inquire about how many prints are provided per guest. Digital sharing from print capable photo booths is pretty much standard now, so you will be able to have both options if you choose to have printing. Photo booths have come a long way in the past couple of years. One of the biggest changes in the photo booth industry has been the move to digital delivery. Your guests would take photos, gifs, videos and would receive them via email or text message. The advantage to this is quicker lines to use the photo booth because guests are not waiting on prints. Guests are also able to quickly upload their content to social media to share your wedding moments with others. One of the latest variations of a digital booth is something called a Roaming or Roamer Photo Booth. A photo booth attendant with a mobile unit, would go out into your event space and interact with your guest taking photos and GIFs instead of them coming to do a photo booth. These types of photo booths tend to be very popular during cocktail hour. It allows your guests to be entertained while you are taking your photos with the photographer. You will want to evaluate what works best for your wedding. Space requirements can be a huge issue after some clients have already booked their photo booth vendor. We have spoken to many Wedding Coordinators and have come to learn that placement of the photo booth can sometimes cause issues in venues were space is limited. Over the many wedding events that we have done, we have learned that it’s best to place the photo booth in high traffic areas typically close to the dance floor or bar. Most photo booths with a backdrop will require at least an 8 x 8 space and placement close to an outlet. This can be challenging to accommodate at times. You will also want to keep in mind the tear down and removal of the photo booth if the run time is set to end before your wedding reception does. Outdoor placement for photo booths can also be problematic if it is very windy or there are other environmental issues. Picture Me SA offers a variety of photo booth types that can fit in different environments and spaces. We have researched and tested all sorts of setups and scenarios to accommodate small spaces without having to sacrifice on quality. The most important aspect to keep in mind when booking any vendor for your wedding, is to find one that you can connect with. This is one of the most important days of your life, you’ll want to be comfortable with your photo booth vendor selection. An ideal photo booth company will provide high quality customer service thru the entire process, even before you book them. Take some time to do your research by looking at their website, Instagram, and recent reviews. Look at sample photo booth setups and output to see if their style fits with the vision that you have for your wedding. At the end of the day, you’re adding a photo booth to entertain your guests and provide a great way of capturing memories from your Big Day. You will get a good sense of the type of experience your guests will leave with during your early interactions with the company. The best wedding vendors in San Antonio try to educate potential clients on what to look for in their respective industry. We hope the 5 tips above were helpful in helping select a photo booth vendor for your upcoming wedding. We firmly believe in educating clients and potential clients. If you have any questions, send us a text @ 210-549-7711 or send us a DM on Instagram, @picturemesa. San Antonio Wedding Tips- Photo Booth
1. Set your budget
2.Compare Photo Booth Setups
3.Print vs Digital Booths
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Digital
4.Consider Space Requirements
5.Seek a Vendor You Connect With
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