“I did this at my wedding, and it was the best decision I’ve ever made”
THE WEDDING POLAROID GUESTBOOK
It is almost universally known how flattering Polaroid images can be. There is just *something* about the quality of the vintage tones with the direct flash and the focal length that just makes everyone look their best.
Something that has started to become a more wide spread practice in the wedding industry is having couples supply their guests a few polaroid cameras and use those photos as their guestbook.
As a wedding photographer, I honestly think this is genius.
Here are reasons why you should consider having a polaroid camera guestbook at your wedding.
1: It transcends generations.
Polaroid Cameras were invented in 1948, because of that almost anyone of any generation knows what the photos look like and how to take a photo on a polaroid camera. It is rare that modern weddings have something that is universally loved and accepted by all in attendance.
2: It allows you to get portraits of ALL the guests so your photographer can focus on candids.
Many of us hire photographers for their eye and their creative ability to capture the day as it unfolds. We all know that some of the best images your photographer will get will be in the form of candids when your guests are enjoying themselves in the moment. When you have a polaroid guestbook, it allows your photographer to focus their time and effort on capturing the candids, while also ensuring you don't miss photographing any of the guests present.
3: It is affordable enough for any wedding.
Whether you are having a big or small wedding, a polaroid camera can fit in anyone's budget. The only thing you will need to decide is will you need one or more?
4: You can get them in a variety of colors for your wedding. Some couples may even get a camera that matches their decor! (Or just something in a fun color)
White Polaroid Camera: https://amzn.to/3qYUnEN
Pink Polaroid Camera: https://amzn.to/3riqKP9
Purple Polaroid Camera: https://amzn.to/31EgojJ
Blue Polaroid Camera: https://amzn.to/3JUEKqq
Black Polaroid Camera: https://amzn.to/3q5Kdms
Vintage 90's Black Polaroid Camera: https://amzn.to/33eGU3m
COULD YOU USE A POLAROID PRINTER?
Grab yourself a Polaroid printer for after your wedding, so you can print your professional wedding photos and put them in the guestbook along side with your guests (Or just have them in your home)!
Click here to learn more about how it works…
HERE IS OUR RECOMMENDATION:
-Buy one polaroid camera for every 30 guests you have coming to your wedding
-Buy enough film so that each guest can have up to two photos taken (Just incase of a mess up, they can retake their photo!) **Suggested film to buy is listed on each listing!**
-Make sure the guestbook is big enough for guests to write a note next to their photo! This is the Guestbook we have been loving the most lately...
Guestbook Designs:
Custom Name Guest Book: https://amzn.to/3zG7yOJ
Linen Guest Book: https://amzn.to/3zG7yOJ
We hope you found this article helpful!
Who are we?
We are the Ashers. We are a Husband and Wife Photography Team based out of Portland Oregon. We are no strangers to incorporating Polaroids because it has had a role in our services with our couples when we started photographing weddings. We also see this idea first hand at weddings we shoot every weekend. We know this is going to be an incredible addition to your wedding day.
