Just some of the questions asked about Gold Coast and Brisbane photo booth hire...(Part 1)

The Ultimate Photo Booth Prop...

Deciding on which photo booth to hire sounds like a simple process. And depending on the customer responsiveness levels of providers, the quality of their offering, budgets etc etc, it usually is.

But along the way, we get asked a lot of questions. Some pretty straight forward, and some, well you'll get the idea. Here are some of the questions we've been asked... and our take on the answers.

1. How many pictures do you get from a photo booth?

   It depends on the service level of the photo booth company. Many have print counts and the more you rpint the more you pay. We like it when you don't have to think about how many you've printed during the night and when you know exactly how much the booth is going to cost you. So we offer unlimited printing at almost every event we are a part of.

   
   

2. Are photo booths cash only?

   At Shutterpod, we offer an invoiced option or a cash option. Not all companies do this but as part of our effort to make it as easy as possible, we give a fixed rate for our service and a discount for cash.

   
   

3. Can I use a photo booth for passport photos?

   Not really. Passport photos have very specific requirements so we recommend that you go to the Post Office or someone specialised in taking photos to the Government requirements.

   
   

4. How much should you spend on a photo booth?

   
   

   Well this is a very broad question because it totally depends on what service you want. As an average, if you say $150 to $200 per hour for a 4 hour service, that is pretty standard. But, if there are inclusions and extras it could be more. So start with the standard, and then get specific about what you're looking for if it's any different to a standard option.

   
   

5. How long do you have a photo booth at a wedding?

   
   

   We have found that four to five hours is the optimal duration for photo booth rental at wedding receptions. So, why four to five hours? Most wedding receptions follow a similar format, starting with cocktail hour immediately following the ceremony. This is an ideal time to have the photo booth running as it provides an engaging activity for your guests while they mingle, sip their cocktails, and wait for the reception to start. It's also a fantastic way to kick off the celebrations and get your guests in the mood for the fun-filled evening ahead.

   
   

   After cocktail hour, it's usually time for dinner. During dinner, your guests' focus will be on enjoying their meal and the speeches that often take place.

   
   

   Following dinner, speeches, and first dances, the the party really gets going, the dance floor is buzzing, and guests are ready to let their hair down and have some fun. The photo booth can capture all this joy, laughter, providing you and your guests with wonderful memories of your special day.

   
   

   Of course, this four to five hour timeframe is our recommendation based on average wedding receptions. We understand that every wedding is unique and might not fit this standard mould. That's why we offer the flexibility to extend beyond the recommended four hours if needed.

6. Does a photobooth image count as a wedding favour?

   
   

   Absolutely! A photo booth can double as a fun activity and a unique wedding favour for your guests. Instead of traditional favours like candles or sweets, photo booths provide guests with personalised keepsakes that capture the joy of your special day. People get dressed up, they stay in hotels, catch Ubers and taxis, Shout drinks and eat out. All of this costs says they care and love you and want to be at the wedding. An instant phot from your special night, especially with the Bride and Groom in it, reminds them of the amazing time and all of the special effort they went to.