Captured In Love
Weddings are a whirlwind of joy and unforgettable moments – but in all the excitement, the day can often fly by in a blur. From striking a pose with the mother-of-the-bride to donning silly props with Grandma, it’s these snapshots that bring the day to life. That’s where a photo booth becomes essential, capturing the spirit of the celebration instantly, without the wait. In a candid chat with Peter Dancewicz, owner of Spoilt Photo Booths, Josephine Day from Western Australia Wedding & Bride explores how photo booths create custom, lasting keepsakes for every unique wedding.
Image courtesy of Spoilt Photo Booths.
Whether you’re planning a lavish celebration or an intimate gathering, photo booths have become an essential part of any wedding day. Much like the DJ, their presence is now expected, offering guests a fun, interactive experience that spans the entire evening. From kids to grandparents, everyone gets involved, creating lasting memories that are printed.
With more than twenty years of photography experience and more than 800 weddings under his belt, Dancewicz knows exactly how to elevate an event. Nine years ago, he expanded his services to include photo booths, and the response has been incredibly positive. Today, Dancewicz and his team offer more than a dozen booth options, taking the hassle out of setup and pack-down by handling everything from start to finish. “We do photo booth hire and we also offer mirror booths, and 360 booths. In addition, we also provide audio guest books, and we have a large selection of shimmer and flower walls,” Dancewicz says.
Whether it’s a sleek, modern look or a romantic, floral backdrop, the team works closely with each couple to create a customsied experience that fits their unique style and vision. With attention to detail and a passion for creating lasting memories, Dancewicz ensures every moment is captured perfectly.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
With everything available at the touch of a button, it’s no surprise that we’ve grown accustomed to instant gratification. Hence, photo booths have evolved from a fun trend to a must-have experience at modern weddings. They allow guests to dress up, be silly and capture memories in real time – walking away with a keepsake that lives long after the final song. “Photo booths are a must at a wedding,” Dancewicz asserts. “It’s a photo that people walk away with on the night and is a completely different experience to a photographer. People come to us to be entertained and have a fun memory from the event.” Far more than
a simple snapshot, these photos are proudly showcased on fridges, shelves, and walls, offering a delightful alternative to traditional bonbonniere. “That’s the emotion, asset and value. That’s what you’re paying for,” he continues.
So, where do you begin? Dancewicz recommends couples start planning their booth as soon as the invitations go out, using them as inspiration to select the right backdrop, props and custom photo strip design. Spoilt Photo Booths offers everything from standard booths to fully styled installations, including furniture, custom layouts, stickers, pet cut-outs, hashtags, signs and interior designed settings, suitable for any style. Every booth experience is unique, with no templates – just tailored designs that reflect each couple’s vision. This extends into the photo paper options available, including classic strips, polaroid-style prints, and digital images sent straight to the guests and newlyweds alike.
THE PERFECT DESIGN
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming with endless inspiration and countless design ideas echoing throughout your mind. But no matter your vision or aesthetic, Spoilt Photo Booths go above and beyond to make it a reality. For Dancewicz, the photo booth is more than a feature – it’s a personalised, collaborative creation that reflects each couple’s style and personality.
To begin, Dancewicz explains, “these days it’s common for couples to have a Canva design done and they send the project, and we use that in the concepts and assets for the overlay.” From there, he works closely with couples, often using their wedding invitation as a design reference to build a cohesive and custom setup. “Once I speak to a bride and get her wedding invite, I will design and put forth the best option – every bride loves it, and it’s better than what they thought.”
The company offers a wide range of stretch fabric and shiny curtain backdrops in colours like gold, silver, champagne gold, rose gold, black and grey
shine, ensuring a match for any theme. Dancewicz and his team have a sharp eye for design balance – ensuring the booth is a standout feature that complements the venue, without being over styled. His creativity extends to building custom walls and backdrops – like a rustic wooden wall adorned with dried flowers – and offering black, white, and timber booth designs to suit any setting. Even the smallest details matter, from matching the fonts to the wedding invites, to creating overlays that enhance rather than overwhelm. Every element is tailored with care, making each booth a one-of-a kind experience.
FROM CLICKS TO KEEPSAKES
The last thing any couple wants on their wedding day is stress, which is why Dancewicz ensures every photo booth is fully staffed and never left unattended. This not only prevents technical issues, but also ensures guests aren’t left wondering how to use the booth.
As an experienced photographer, Dancewicz prioritises quality, using professional lighting and cameras in each booth to capture memories in the best possible way. For added coverage, he even offers roaming photography throughout the night.
To elevate the keepsake factor, Dancewicz provides several creative options. “We’ve got photo strips, full 6×4 prints, and can supply photo frames with guest names to frame the image from the photo booth. The value in that becomes a lot greater, as it’s not just a photo, it’s a photo in a frame,” he emphasises. Another popular choice is incorporating photo prints into a guest book, allowing guests to paste in their photo and leave a personal message beside it – creating a vibrant and meaningful alternative to a traditional sign-in book. For those who want something a little different, Spoilt Photo Booths also offers customised flat or 3D magnets, as well as badges in various sizes, so couples can display their memories in a unique and lasting way.