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Roaming Photography at Kellen and Alex’s Rehearsal Dinner at Horseshoe Bay Resort in the Texas Hill Country

We brought roaming photography to Kellen and Alex’s amazing rehearsal dinner at the Horseshoe Bay Resort in Horse Shoe, Texas! The resort is a beautiful lakefront golf resort that sits on Lake LBJ. It has sweeping views of the Texas Hill Country and insanely luxurious amenities.

Kellen and Alex used the Cap Rock Pavilion for their shindig, which features a gorgeous lawn for the cocktail hour and an expansive clubhouse for their dinner. They went all out with live music and toasts, and we can’t get over their huge custom A+K brand! We took as many pictures in front of it as we could because it was such a special and unique statement piece.

Guests donned their cowboy hats and boots for the party, and the laid-back vibe made it easy for them to let loose. We think that throwing a giant relaxed rehearsal dinner party is a great way to take pressure off the big wedding day. 

With roaming photographyooth.com/roaming-photography-ohdb, we bring the photo booth to the guests. The event venue becomes the backdrop, and we focus on capturing candid moments from the night. However, we do also group guests together for posed shots, and they have the option to send the photos to themselves instantly. 

For special occasions, having a roaming photographer encourages your guests to put their phones down and focus on the celebration. Want to book roaming photography for your upcoming event? Contact us today to party together! 

Unique High School Graduation Party Ideas

Graduation season is right around the corner, so it’s time to start planning graduation parties! If you have a high school senior in your house, the senioritis is probably intense right about now. They’re ready to say goodbye to high school and hello to their future, so you should throw them a send-off that celebrates this monumental moment!

After spending a majority of their high school career in virtual school, this class of high school students deserves an amazing shindig with all of their friends. Keep reading for our unique high school graduation party ideas!

Graduation Photo Booth

As the parent and event planner, you’ve got a lot to do on the day of the party. Leave the photography to the pros by renting a luxury photo booth for the whole day. Not only will you get amazing photos, but it also adds an activity that your party guests will love. 

Our selfie station is the perfect option for an Austin, Texas area graduation party. The printed photos are great keepsakes that your graduate and their friends can take to college with them! 

At Oh Happy Day Booth, we offer custom luxury backdrops and photo templates so that you can personalize your booth. For example, we can create a custom “Class of 2022” photo template. When it comes to unique high school graduation party ideas, the options are endless with a photo booth!

Honoree Trivia Game With Prizes

How well do your guests know your graduate? Test their knowledge with a trivia game, and make it more enticing with some sweet prizes. Since most of your guests will be your child’s classmates, center the trivia questions around their high school career.

Here are some ideas:

  • What was their favorite class?

  • Who was their favorite teacher?

  • What was their least favorite class?

  • Which elective did they really love?

  • Did they prefer exams or essays?

  • What was their least favorite cafeteria food?

For the prizes, gift cards are always a crowd-pleaser. What could make a Texas high schooler happier than a Whataburger gift card?

“Adulting Survival Kit” Party Favors

While your child is the guest of honor, they won’t be the only soon-to-be high school graduate at the party. Send their friends off with an “adulting survival kit” party favor to celebrate their accomplishment too. 

Whether they are heading to college, taking a gap year, or going straight into a job, these items will make them laugh:

  • Tide To Go stain stick

  • Protein bars

  • Candy

  • Earplugs

  • Hand sanitizer

  • Starbucks gift card

  • Mini first aid kit

  • Chapstick

  • Lint roller

Think of these party favors as a blend between a gag gift and an actual practical gift for new grads. They’ll love them!

Make Your Own Dessert Bar

Take your graduate’s favorite dessert and turn it into a dessert bar at their graduation party! Your guests will love making their own delicious creations. For a summertime party, a build your own ice cream sundae is always a huge hit. You could also rent a slushie machine and let guests customize their flavor. If the party is in the evening, a DIY s’mores bar is a great activity!

The way to make unique high school graduation party ideas like this more fun is to customize them around your graduate. For example, incorporate as many of their favorite candies and sweet treats as you can. You can also tie in their high school colors to theme it up.

2022 Cupcake Table

Since we’re on the topic of desserts, another cute idea is to arrange cupcakes in the shape of “2022” on a big dessert table. This is a super easy unique idea that makes a memorable impact on your guests! 

Base the Party on the Graduate’s Favorite TV Show or Pop Culture Moment

Graduation parties don’t technically need a theme, but having one can make the party more fun and guide your party planning choice. Plus, this is probably the last time you can throw a themed party for your soon-to-be adult kid!

The key to creating a theme that teenagers will love is to not go overboard with corny decor or phrases. Instead, revolve the theme around something they love, like their favorite TV show or pop culture moment.

Here are some ideas:

  • Friends theme - “The One Where They Graduate”

  • Harry Potter theme - graduating from Hogwarts

  • Olivia Rodrigo - “Sour” theme

  • Marvel superhero theme

Whether you’re throwing a huge shindig or a casual backyard barbeque, adding a theme to a graduation party is a nice touch!

Personalized “Class of 2022”  Decor

Incorporate some fun “Class of 2022” decor into your party. We love these handmade cups from Etsy! Any extras can be kept as a keepsake. You can also find graduation-themed napkins, straws, cake toppers, and more. Several Etsy shops will customize the items with your graduate’s name, which adds a nice personal element.

Another great Etsy find is this class photo banner. Your guests will love walking down memory lane and seeing a photo of the graduate from each year of school!

Custom Balloon Garland

Nothing says celebrate like a custom balloon garland! They’re perfect for high school graduation parties because you can use your child’s high school colors or the colors of the college they’re heading to in the fall. A balloon garland also makes a great photo opportunity and party entrance.

For customized balloon garlands for Austin, Texas area graduation parties, check out our sister company, Pop & Drop! Balloon garlands can even be paired with our photo booth backdrops for an amazing photo op!

Unique High School Graduation Party Ideas Wrap Up

As a parent, your child graduating from high school and taking the next step in their lives in an emotional time. You can show them how proud you are of them with a personalized party that fits their personality. 

Capture the day with a customized photo booth that your graduate and their friends will love. Contact us today to book a booth for your party.

Luxurious Black Photo Booth for Meredith and Zach’s Wedding at the Historic Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas

Meredith and Zach became Mr. and Mrs. Rehmert on August 14, 2021, at the historic Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas! We love historic venues because they add so much character and charm to wedding receptions. 

When it came time to choose their photo booth options, our black sequin backdrop was a no-brainer to match the upscale and classy setting at the Driskill. It’s the perfect backdrop for a black-tie affair!

Meredith and Zach’s wedding had so many jaw-dropping elements. From the romantic three-tier cake to the absolutely stunning floral arrangements, it was breathtaking. The bouquets and one-of-a-kind floral arrangements were courtesy of Bouquets of Austin, who always create impactful masterpieces.

The bride and groom put together the sweetest personalized gifts to welcome their guests to Austin. We love when the couple goes the extra mile to take care of their people! The gifts were complete with personalized Driskill Hotel cozies, custom cookies, and of course, bottles of Topo Chico and Tito’s. Nothing says welcome to the capital of Texas better than that.

Jenny DeMarco, an Austin photographer we love to work with, captured all of the details of the wedding beautifully. Take a look below and be prepared for your jaw to drop!

Congratulations to the happy couple - it was an honor to be part of your wedding! Looking for a luxury photo booth for your upcoming event? Contact us today so we can chat!

Austin Photo Booth Rental: Is the Portrait Booth or Selfie Station Right For My Event?

Whether you’re throwing a wedding, corporate event, Greek sorority or fraternity party, baby shower, or any other type of affair, a photo booth will elevate the entire experience. Photo booths capture memories, provide your guests with a fun keepsake, and give them something engaging to do during the event.

Deciding to rent a photo booth is the easy part of putting your event together. Now you need to figure out which type of photo booth is right for your shin-dig. At Oh Happy Day Booth, we offer several flexible options to fit your needs, but our most popular is the Portrait Booth and Selfie Station.

In this guide, we’re going to break down the differences between the two types of booths so you can decide which Austin photo booth rental is right for your upcoming event. At the end of the day, it’s your call, but we’re here to guide you to the one that makes the most sense for your event. Let’s get started.

Portrait Booth vs Selfie Station: Factors to Consider

The option that’s right for you depends on what type of event you’re having, what you want to get out of the Austin photo booth rental, your venue, and your guests. Ask yourself the following questions about your event:

  • Do you want your guests to have a printed photo to take home?

  • Do you want to add on a printed photo book as a keepsake?

  • Will your guests flock to the photo booth on their own, or do you want an attendant to encourage them to participate? 

  • Do you want to use a backdrop, or let the venue be the background?

Let’s break these factors down one by one. 

Consider the Photo Delivery

First, think about the experience you want your guests to have. Do you want them to go home with a printed photo on a template that matches your decor or branding? If so, go with the Portrait Booth, which offers both printed and digital photo delivery. 

The Portrait Booth also includes a photo guest book and hardcover memory book add ons, which is why it’s such a popular choice for weddings. Our couples love having the tangible keepsake from their wedding, and it’s a great way to remember everyone who showed up to celebrate.  Both booth types include a digital gallery of all the photos so that you can download them after the event.

If you aren’t as concerned about the sentimental value of the photos and your main goal is for your guests to participate in a fun activity, the Selfie Station offers everything you need. With instant digital delivery and custom template options that match your branding, it’s a great way to promote your event online.

Plus, the Selfie Station includes GIFs, boomerangs, and photos, so it automatically encourages social media sharing. If you’re throwing a corporate event, going with the Selfie Station is a great way to spread the word about your company online.

Consider Your Guests

Next, think about your guests. If your event caters to a younger crowd, rest assured that they will find the selfie station all on their own and most likely know exactly how to work it. A younger crowd will also love the do-it-yourself GIF and boomerang features that the Selfie Station offers, while an older group may prefer a tangible photo to take home

If your guests are less tech-inclined, you may want to go with the Portrait Booth. It comes with an attendant that will encourage your guests to take photos and guide them through how to use the booth. However, keep in mind that adding on an attendant to the Selfie Station is an option.

Consider the Look

What kind of look do you want for your photo booth? The Portrait Booth includes a backdrop, and we offer 30 gorgeous options for you to choose from. If one of our options doesn’t fit your event, we can create a custom backdrop for you.

The Selfie Station doesn’t include a backdrop, but you can add it on. However, if your venue already has a great background, like a bright white wall or a reclaimed wood accent wall, you can use that instead. You can also use your party as the background and face the Selfie Station towards the dance floor. If you’re having a beautiful rooftop event with a view of the Austin skyline, the city can be your backdrop.

Consider the Add-Ons

Both photo booth options include fun add ons to take the experience up a notch. We already mentioned the photo book add-on that comes with the Portrait Booth, and the backdrop and attendant add ons that come with the Selfie Station.

If you want your guests to have fun with props, both of our Austin photo booth rental options include a prop package add-on. For corporate events, we also offer an email capture add-on so that you can add all of your attendees to your email list. If you go with the Portrait Booth for your corporate event, we can add on custom branded photo covers.

The Portrait Booth also includes a custom thank you card add-on for weddings that matches your decor. The add-on options don’t stop there, so make sure you consider everything you need before deciding on which photo booth you want to book.

You Can’t Go Wrong With Either Austin Photo Booth Rental

The good news is that whichever Oh Happy Day Booth you choose for your event, your guests will love it. Both the Portrait Booth and the Selfie Station match all event types, whether it’s an elegant black-tie affair or a fun-filled sorority rush party. With all of our add ons and customization options, we can create the perfect Austin photo booth rental experience for your event.

Check out all of our photo booth options and get in touch to request a quote for your custom Oh Happy Day Booth. 

Our response to covid-19 in the world of photo booths

 
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Updated on 9/21/2021

A note from our owner, Kelsey Harrison:

As the impact of COVID-19 continues, I wanted you to hear directly from me about the mitigation efforts that Oh Happy Day Booth has enacted to reduce the risk of infection of our team members, our clients, and their guests. My focus remains on supporting our Oh Happy Day Booth team, while at the same time doing my part to preserve the health, safety, and well-being of all those with whom we come in contact.

I think it is extremely safe to assume that everyone has been significantly impacted by COVID-19 in one way or another. The entire photo booth industry relies on a healthy events industry, and the events industry relies on the ability for us to be able to come together as a community and celebrate special days. As we look toward the future and anticipate what it holds for us, we at Oh Happy Day Booth work every day to ensure the level of customer service our clients are accustomed to is not diminished.

We continue to closely monitor and assess this evolving situation, and any changes in company policies and procedures regarding COVID-19 precautions will be based on scientific studies and official reports, and any changes we make will be updated here. I can’t emphasize just how much I am itching to get back to celebrating in full swing, and I am making sure that we are able to get to that point as safely as possible by expanding and refining our safety policies. If you have any personal questions requirements or preferences, please email me at hello@ohhappydaybooth.com and we will do our best to accommodate within reason.

  1. Masks // In addition to their usual all-black and white attire, our staff will be required to wear masks at all times while on the property for an event.

  2. Portrait Booth and Glam Booth activations // For the foreseeable future, our team members will monitor the photo booth from afar, keeping an eye on the booth at all times, but limiting direct interactions with guests. Your point of contact will always know where our team member is located, and the team member will be there in a flash if something happens like the printer paper and ink need replenishing! We love our clients, and care about their guests, and want to be there to support them on their big day and by physically distancing our team members from the booth itself, we are able to make sure they are healthy for our couples the following weekend as well. To accommodate this distancing, we have changed and optimized our start screen graphics for these services so the photo booth process is seamless and straightforward to ensure guests are able to use the booths without the hands-on assistance of a team member.

  3. Sanitized Selfie Stations // Our Selfie Station rentals will operate as usual, but our staff will sanitize everything before the event begins and at the end of the rental.

  4. No props // We know this is a significant bummer, but there is no feasible way to properly sanitize every prop between guests, so we will be foregoing props for the foreseeable future. Clients who have this upgrade as part of their package are encouraged to choose another upgrade as an alternative!

  5. Photo guest books // For clients who would like to stick with their photo guest book, guests can pick up a clean pen from one bin and put it into one labeled ‘used’ when they are done. Pens will be sanitized between events.

  6. Sanitizing all equipment before and after events // All our equipment will be sanitized before and after events, and all our boxes and equipment will be sanitized inside our storage facility as well.

  7. Increased pay // All of our team members providing services at events are doing so with the utmost caution to ensure your guests have a great time. During this season and for the foreseeable future, Oh Happy Day Booth has increased their hourly rate without raising client costs. If you feel so compelled, any and all tips given to the booth attendants during events will be retained by the team member working the event, and would be greatly appreciated.

What we are requesting from our clients:

  1. Masks // Please encourage your guests to wear masks. This has been proven by the CDC to protect other people from getting sick if you are sick, even when asymptomatic. This is a really wonderful way to respect your hardworking vendors whose lives depend on being able to work events every weekend.

  2. Set up location // If it is possible to put us away from the dance floor and other major foot traffic spots, that is ideal.

  3. Following the CDC’s minimum standard health protocols // We know rules are no fun, but they’re here to protect us all. Please encourage your guests, planner, vendors, and venue to follow appropriate guidelines regarding large events.

Rachel and Garrison | Horseshoe Bay Resort

You know those type of weddings where guests can’t get off the dance floor and it’s an all night party? Yup, this was definitely one of those weddings and we’re here for it.

Rachel and Garrison decided on roaming photography for their Horseshoe Bay Resort wedding and we were thrilled to document their reception! The dance floor was packed the whole night with guests in lais, flower crowns, sunglasses and captain hats. Everyone there was clearly having the time of their life, making our job easy!

Roaming photography is the go-to service if you’re looking for a consistent photo op experience, paired with digital sharing! It’s perfect for your guests as they can get photos from the party instantly instead of waiting weeks for them to be shared or posted. Our professional photographers will make sure to capture all the little moments that want to relive over and over!

You can learn more about roaming photography and how it will fit into your event by emailing our sales team kati@ohhappydaybooth.com. Love our roaming photography? Then you’ll love this rehearsal dinner we did this Summer!

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Ally and Daniel's wedding

This is what champagne and sequin dreams are made of!

We had the best time with Ally and Daniel on their big day at Brodie Homestead! The dance floor was packed all night and you know we love a great dance party! The guests were having the time of their life on the dance floor and creating their own dance battles and we’re here for it. But we’re cheeseburger fans until we die and one of our favorite details was how the couple incorporated Whataburger table tents for their seating chart to help guests find their tables! Uhhh yes please!

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Our photo booth had a line from the moment it opened to the moment it closed. If the guests weren’t dancing, they were taking photos in the booth! We paired our portrait booth with our large gold sequin backdrop and decided on a 4x6 layout. The groom is a firefighter and they wanted to tie that theme into their overlay. We love how it paired with the champagne backdrop! Congratulations to Ally and Daniel!

We love designing your overlay with your wedding theme or something very unique and special to you! Curious to learn more? Email our sales team Kati@ohhappydaybooth.com!

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Roaming photography + retirement party

We had an incredible time with our roaming photography at a surprise retirement party! 

Emma DeCaro (the brains of the operation) wrote a wonderful recap of the event and we wanted to share it on this blog post:

“On Saturday, August 3rd, Mr. Vise thought he was going to lunch with a former student, but instead unsuspectingly walked in a ballroom filled with 300 former students, band parents, and colleagues. 

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 A student from each of his six schools gave a short speech about what their time in Mr. Vise’s band meant to them. Afterward, we presented him with a plaque a show-shirt collage and signed copy of the score to An American Elegy by Frank Ticheli. 

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 One of his students baked three incredibly special cakes, cake balls, and her famous fudge marble cookies (everything tasted as good as it looked). One of the cakes had 35 stars on it— each star corresponded to the school colors and number of years he served at each school.

 To conclude the afternoon, the band Sometimes a Legend, featuring Lake Travis graduates, played amazing music while everyone greeted and took pictures with Mr. Vise.”

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 To commemorate the special occasion, we had our roaming photographer take pictures of Mr. Vise with his past colleagues and students in front of our navy sequin backdrop! We wanted the attendees to have time to socialize with each other and the guest of honor, so roaming photography was the perfect option! Abbie Hillis from Abbie Cole Hillis Events planned and organized the party and it went off without a hitch! We had such a great time at the event and we want to wish a huge congratulations to Mr. Vise on his retirement!

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If you have an event coming up and you’d like to learn more about roaming photography, reaching out to our sales team today! Kati@ohhappydaybooth.com

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