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Black Friday Deal

11/23/2017

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Happy Thanksgiving everyone. We will be running a promotion for tomorrow. If you book with us tomorrow we will give 10% off and include a USB with all your photos and photo strips. Keep a look out for the promotion code tomorrow. ​
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Updates

7/12/2017

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We have two updates to bring to your attention. The first update is that we have a new photo booth to offer. It is called The Venue Pro. We are offering the photo booth as a separate package.
The package includes: 
  • Setup and takedown of the photo booth
  • 2-5 operational hours
  • A variety of high quality props
  • A photo booth attendant
  • A personalized photo strip
  • Unlimited photo sessions
  • Two (2"x6") instant prints per photo session
  • A slideshow of all the photos taken with the photo booth
  • An online album

The second update is a new package called The Economy Package. 
This package includes:
  • Setup and takedown of the photo booth
  • 2-5 operational hours
  • A variety of high quality props
  • A photo booth attendant
  • A personalized photo strip
  • Unlimited photo sessions
  • Choice of Social Media Sharing Station or a USB
  • An online album

If you have any questions about either of the two packages or would like to book; please feel free to contact us. 
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New Props

10/7/2016

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We just received our order of new Sun-Staches. We have the Poop emoji, Pokemon, Batman wearing a Santa hat, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa, Donald Trump, and Hillary Clinton. 
​Thank you Sun-Staches
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Why does a photo booth rental cost so much?

8/21/2016

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There have been a few times when prospective clients have not chosen to book with my company because they had found another company for less money. I completely understand that due to budgets, I might be out of their price range. Overall, my prices are quite competitive but at the same time non-negotiable. This applies to the majority of photo booth owners in the Chicagoland area. So, for many to understand why photobooth companies are so steadfast on their pricing, I want to share a list of my current expenses.

Please know that the following list does not reflect the purchase of the photo booths and all that it includes: Canon T5i and Canon T6i cameras, high resolution color printers, iPads for social media use, additional lighting, plain and sequined backdrops , green screen, and (3) dolly. 


 
There is an equation that I follow to calculate what I need to charge per event. Here is a breakdown of that equation:

(Cost of equipment + Expenses per event + Expenses for the year)/events per year= rental rate 

I bring about $6,000 worth of equipment with me to each event. This includes the photo booth, printer, camera, backdrop, backdrop stands, props, and hotspot fees. 


Expenses for the year:

* Payroll

* Media for printer: photo paper and ink ribbon.

* Gas for car

* Photo Strip template


* Advertisement

* Website host & Domain

* Storage for machines and equipment

* 17 hats: Service that we use to send and create Questionnaires, Service Agreements, and Invoices
  
* Hotspot fees

* Insurance

* E-mail address

* PicPic Social: Service that uploads the photos taken from the event to our website.

* Speedify

* Media

* Props

* Scrapbooks

* Supplies for Scrapbook


I add up all the numbers and divide that number by events I have a year and that equals my rental charge. 

I understand that regardless of my expenses that prospective clients are on a very tight budget. So, my final words are that having a photo booth at any celebration always provides a source of entertainment for you and your guests. 

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Top 5 Pokémon Go Essential Party Items

8/8/2016

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If you enjoy playing Pokémon Go on your smartphone, or enjoyed watching the TV show as a kid, or even collected the cards, then this guide will help you incorporate it into your next party. Below is 5 essential items to have. 

1. Pokeballs:
No, you don’t have to go around town to all the Pokestops to collect them. Go to  Etsy for a Pokeball that lights up or Amazon ​for a more affordable option. 
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2. Joining a Team:
In Pokémon Go there are three teams: Team Instinct, Team Mystic, or Team Valor. You can buy balloons with the different team colors and symbols. 

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3. Cups, Plates and Napkins
Walmart Online has a variety of options for Pokemon cups, plates and napkins.  

4. Custom Pokémon Cards 
You can create your very own Pokemon Card. I have seen this done in a few way. The first is to create it as invitation. The second is for name places.   
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5. Photo Booth Props
​You mustn't forget to reserve a photo booth for your party. Your photo booth provider, upon request, can order Pokemon Props for your event.  
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