When it comes to getting the most out of your photo booth or magic mirror, where you put it on the day really does make all the difference.
We know it might seem like a small detail, but the right spot can completely change how much it gets used – and how many brilliant photos you end up with.
Our Rule of Thumb: Put It Where the Guests Are
It sounds obvious reading that, but you’d be surprised how often a mirror or booth gets put in a side room or somewhere out of the way. The best place? Right where the celebration is taking place.
If your guests are in the main room dancing, chatting or sitting around, that’s where the mirror should be. If they can see it, they’ll use it. And once the first few photos have been taken, it usually doesn’t take long before there’s a bit of a queue. Same at the end of the night, once that announcement is made from the DJ (the 15 minute last photo countdown), the queue will be on!
If You’re Short on Space
Some venues have side rooms, lounges or odd layouts – and that’s fine too. If your booth or mirror does need to go slightly away from the main action, we’ve got a few things to help with that. And because you’ve booked one of the most engaged Photo Booth companies in Yorkshire, you can trust our #teamjellybean to keep those photos going.
We’ll always ask the DJ to announce when the mirror or booth is open, and our team will be out there encouraging people to come and get involved. We’ve also got signs to point people in the right direction, just in case it’s not immediately obvious where the booth is. We can usually gauge whether these are needed based on the location you tell us and venue experience. So if we think it may need a little of encouragement, we will bring one of our big signs to point your guests in the right direction.
Basically, we don’t just set it up and hope for the best – we stay involved to make sure it’s used properly.
Not Sure Where It Should Go?
Just ask us. We’ve worked in hundreds of venues across Yorkshire and beyond, and there’s a good chance we’ve been to yours before. Many venues already know what works and are happy to suggest the best spot too. Plus, your venue probably know us very well… we’re very recognisable, and we’re very good friends with a huge selection of venues across the region. And if we’re the recommended supplier, that’s even better.
But if you’re unsure, we’re more than happy to advise – and we’ll always try to keep it central, visible and part of the celebration.
If You’ve Booked a Backdrop with a Magic Mirror
Backdrops always need to be set up against a wall, with the mirror facing outwards. Not only is this to make it look nice but it also complies with our strict health and safety guidelines to keep our team and guests safe. When you’re looking at your venue, have a think about where there’s a decent clear wall, and where your guests will still be able to see what’s going on.
A backdrop looks brilliant, but it only works well if it’s positioned properly – we’ll always help you figure out the best place for it. Avoid backdrops in front of interior windows, or even a conservatory window. Conservatory windows can shed light through.
No Backdrop? No Problem
If you’ve gone without a backdrop, we’ll face the mirror or booth outwards into the room to get the most attention. One thing to keep in mind is what’s going to be in the background of the photos – you want it to look tidy and not too busy, so the focus stays on the people in the picture.
We’ll always check the view before we start and tweak the angle if we need to. That’s part of what we do.
The best results come when your guests can clearly see and get to the mirror or booth easily. If it’s central, it gets used. If it’s hidden away, it doesn’t. But if you’re limited then don’t worry we have solutions to ensure we do the best we can to ensure your guests know where to go and to have some fun.
Let us know your plans and layout, and we’ll help you decide on the best setup. Our team are here to make sure everything runs smoothly – and you get the best photos possible.
