Read our tips below to learn how to pick a photo sooth service.

Can your  booth allow guests with special needs? A majority of vendors make you stand while taking your picture. People with handicap disabilities will want to take photos as well. Any reputable company will have a removable bench that allows wheelchair access quickly and easily.

What is the max amount of people that can comfortably fit into the booth at once? Some vendors only allow 3-4 people to take photos at a given time. This means your line for the photobooth gets longer as guests wait. A good amount of people to max out at is around 6 or 8. You know what they say, the more the merrier!

Does your company carry an insurance policy? This is a biggie with events; as a matter of fact most venues require proof of insurance. The insurance does more than protect the company, but also the contracting parties involved. It is also important that the company is legally filed with your state. Large corporations and school districts require a W9 form from contracting businesses at the end of the fiscal year. If they are not licensed then you will not be able to write off this expense during tax season.

How many years has your company been in business? You want to avoid booking with a new upstart that has been in business for less than 1 year. On average, photo booths are booked 1 year prior to the event date. The longer your vendor has been around for, the longer you can expect them to stay around. The last thing you want to happen is to lose money on a legitimate deposit.

Can I see a photo strip sample and talk with previous clients? You want to get an idea of the photo quality. Reputable companies use industry grade dye sublimation printers. These photos are water proof and will last many years. You do not have to worry about the color fading or ink smudging. Ink jet printers will give you the lowest quality imaginable. It is very easy for a company to drop a sample photo in the mail. They should also be able to e-mail you a list of references.

How will we get the pictures after the party? Most photo booths hand out a double print during the event. This means guests get one copy and the other can go into a memory book. You can also expect an online gallery to view the images. A common problem is that companies won’t have a way for guests to retrieve their photos. They might want to print off a copy for a friend of the family. The service you choose should have a way for guests to find and download their images after the event.

Who will scrap book my photos? It is important to designate someone as the official ‘scrapbookie’. Most companies have a photo booth specialist help with your photos. However, some will charge you for the scrapbook service. The problem with scrapbooking yourself is not having the person show for the day. This can also be very overwhelming for you. As the guest of honor, or go to person of the party, you will already have enough on your plate to handle. It is definitely recommend letting the photo booth vendor handle it for you. It may be an additional cost but will leave you will less worries. Also a few companies will offer the scrapbooking service if you bring the supplies to the event. This will save you time and money knowing the book you picked is the one you want. Remember to ask your company about these options before making any final decisions.

How much scrapbook supplies do i need? First you will need an album. Some albums come with pages or you may create your own. This can usually be the most costly item you will purchase. You also will want to have a wide assortment of diecuts, rub-ons, stickers, and gel pen, and paper to make this a treasured memory book. A wedding scrapbook can create more than just the wedding day. You can go back in your scrapbook to add other important moments. This can include the initial day of the engagement, the bridal shower, the ceremony and your reception, honeymoon, and future anniversaries.

Do not forget the honeymoon photos, after all this planning you deserve a vacation!

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Creator/Internet Guru
Robert Reno
Chameleon Booth
877.643.8368