Photo booth FAQ.Straight answers. No mystery box.

A real camera, professional studio light, a full-size backdrop, and an attendant are arranged as an open portrait setup. There is no tiny enclosure, so groups fit and guests can see what is happening.

Open-air describes the physical layout: the camera and light face a backdrop without walls or curtains enclosing the guests. The format gives groups more space and keeps the booth visible to the party.

No. The Awesome Photobooth is built around real photographic capture and controlled light, not a tablet or laptop camera wearing a party hat.

Yes. The backdrop width and available floor area set the practical limit rather than the walls of a two-person box.

Yes. Classic sessions make two 2×6 dye-sublimation strips, and printing is unlimited during active booth time.

Yes. Names, dates, event artwork, or approved company branding can be included while keeping the photographs large enough to enjoy.

Helena and Laurent edit exposure, color, and consistency after the event, then publish the collection in a polished Pic-Time gallery.

Guests can browse the finished event, download photographs, mark favorites, and order professional print products from the gallery.

Typing addresses slows the line and interrupts the party. We keep the event experience focused on photographs and prints, then handle digital delivery through the finished gallery.

The standard package includes up to four hours of active booth time plus a two-hour setup window.

Idle time is a planned pause—often during dinner or speeches—when the booth stays installed but is not available to guests. It costs $50 per hour.

Yes. Additional active booth time is $350 per hour.

The standard package starts at $1,350. Venue access, travel, unusual schedules, stairs, long carries, or outdoor requirements can affect the final quote.

Yes. The attendant keeps props and guest flow organized, helps groups fit the frame, watches the printer, and handles the booth throughout active time.

Plan for the backdrop, guest group, camera distance, professional light, printer, prop table, cable path, and a sensible line. We confirm the working footprint for your venue.

The booth needs nearby standard power and a safe cable route. Share the proposed location and venue rules before event day.

Yes, when there is a firm weather plan, suitable cover, safe power, level ground, and protection for the camera, light, computer, and printer.

Yes. Loading docks, elevators, stairs, parking restrictions, long carries, and limited access windows affect setup labor and timing.

We are based in San Francisco and serve Oakland, Berkeley, Marin, the Peninsula, San Jose, Napa, Sonoma, and the greater Bay Area. Share the venue for a specific answer.