This blog will talk about photo booths. We will give tips for setting up a DIY photo booth. We will also provide guidance on making photo booths child-friendly.

Lastly, we will share our favourite photo props for all occasions. So, grab your props, strike a pose, and let's dive in!

The Magic of Photo Booths:

Photo booths have become the life of the party, bringing laughter, endless entertainment and a treasured keepsake to take home with you. A photo booth is a fun addition to any event like birthdays, weddings, or baby showers. It helps create lasting memories for everyone involved.

You can hire a company to provide the photo booth service for your event or you can go down the DIY route. Each option has benefits. When you hire in, you don't need to source any equipment, and the booth is run for you. Doing it yourself, whilst cheaper does involve more planning and organising but can be fun to do.

Here are some Photo Booth companies in London:

1. Cheesy Smiles- Great selection of photo booths, including a 360 video spinner
2. Pop Top Photo Booths- Everything you could want, including a magic selfie mirrors and green screen booths
3. Showtime Photo Booth- Lots of options for selfie photo booths

DIY Setup: 

Setting up a photo booth doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. With a few creative ideas and some basic materials, you can create your own DIY photo booth. Here are a few tips to get you started:

• Find the Perfect Spot: Choose an area with good lighting and enough space for props and backdrops.
• Backdrop Bonanza: Get creative with your backdrop choices. You can use colourful curtains, balloons, or even repurpose a wall with funky wallpaper.
• Good lighting is important. Make sure the area is well-lit with natural light, fairy lights, or lamps in strategic places.
• Get lots of props for your photo booth, like silly hats, big glasses, and funny signs. This will help your guests have fun and be silly in their pictures.

Child-Friendly Guidance:

Don't forget the little ones! Kids love photo booths just as much as adults do. If you want a photo booth at your child's party, use these tips to make it fun for everyone.

• Safe Props: Choose props that are child-friendly and non-toxic. Avoid small parts that could be a choking hazard.
• Height Matters: Adjust the height of the camera or provide a step stool so that kids can easily strike a pose.
• Engage and Encourage: Help the kids get into the spirit by suggesting poses or playing games like "Who can make the silliest face?"
• Set up a camera in advance: By doing this you will have all the photos saved in one place. You can then share the photos with the families after the event.
• Instant Printouts: If possible, set up a printer or instant camera to provide instant printouts of their photos. This way, they can take their pictures home as a souvenir and show them off to their friends and family.

Perfect Props for every occasion:

To make your photo booth stand out, consider thinking about themes and props. Here are a few ideas:

• Selfie Props: From quirky moustaches to glamorous tiaras, selfie props add an extra touch of fun to your photos.
• Birthday photo booth Props: Celebrate in style with birthday-themed props like party hats, confetti poppers, and personalised signs.
• Wedding photo booth props: themed props and signs to set the celebratory vibe of your wedding, add a guest book for guests to add their photos along with a message to the newlyweds.
• - Themed Backdrops: Transport your guests to another world with themed backdrops, such as tropical beaches or outer space.

Party Photo Booth Props:

• Party Packs- Add some fun to your photos with their large range photo booth props
• Party Pieces- Lots of props for every occasion, including personalised selfie frames and inflatable props for fun photo memories.
• Party Delights- Brilliant props and a large variety of frames that can be customised

Wedding Photo Booth Props:

• Ginger Ray- Lovely range of props. We love their flower wall backdrop
• Etsy Seller, Jolie Fete UK- This seller consistently earns 5-star reviews and has lots of wedding photo props for your perfect day

Photo booths are more than just a passing trend; they are a fantastic way to create memories and capture the joy of any event. With a little creativity and some DIY magic, you can set up a photo booth that will be the talk of the town. So, gather your props, strike a pose, and let the good times roll!

Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and let your personality shine through in every shot. Happy snapping!

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Photo by Myeyeslamp on Unsplash

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