A FUN, EXCITING, and UNIQUE way to have guest photos taken at your wedding reception is to include a photobooth! I know many of you have seen multiple blog entries over the last couple of years with photobooths, and we’ve been booking more and more of them. It is essentially a mini studio, set-up at your reception, that encourages you and your guests to let loose, have fun, and take some very unique photos. This creative alternative to traditional guest photos sets the stage for some awesome images that will be a fantastic addition to your wedding album.

As you check out these images, you will see just how much fun having a photobooth at your reception can be!

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We include a couple small cute propsy type things like these chalkboards by request. They help encourage people to get in the photobooth and break down that intimidating “what do I do?” type of feeling.

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We offer a few different fabric backdrops to choose from, but you are able to create a custom one to suit your event’s style as well.

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Check out this SICK custom backdrop that was created by the bride and groom!

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Sometimes people want to go all out with the props though – whatever works!

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We’ve even seen people contract rental companies to make their photobooth customized

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Lots of people can squeeze into a photobooth, which might make you think it would take up a lot of space, but it is surprisingly small and can fit at any event.

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Whatever you decide to do with your photobooth…. just be ready to have some fun!

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Get buckled in because we have a monster blog post from an Otesaga wedding hitting you first thing this morning right between the eyes! You may remember Stacey+Rich from their NYC engagement shoot which we did in the Fall. I feel like I can usually get a pretty good vibe from a couple just from the engagement shoot alone – and when they rented out an abandoned and sick NYC building for us to shoot in I knew it was going to be the start of an awesome relationship! Factor that in with an Otesaga wedding, and her team of vendors… well just check out the images below:

Nice window light, and gorgeous designers – nice way to start the day (other than the snow storm!)

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Another hot C+W bride (no, it never gets old)

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Rich and the guys were holding serve though – his tux fit like a glove and his bow tie was awesome. Rich probably was wondering if I was hitting on him during the wedding but when a guy really gets something custom it shows

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I’m always sneaking around looking for moments like these

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It was very snowy outside so we wanted to stay a little warm, even if it was just for a minute

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But you know I have to go outside! Cmon now. Christine Wheat was there to make me look once again

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A couple of my favorites – absolutely in love with these images

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Afterward we headed over to the Farmers Museum to hit up some of their great locations

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Yes this is a devoted wedding party, I’m not sure it ever got above 15 or 16 degrees the entire time we were outside

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This tree with hanging snowflake table cards was a huge hit

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David Michael Schmidt from Renaissance Floral Designs absolutely knocked it out of the park on this one. The man is insanely talented anyway, and you see him on this blog a lot….but damn!

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I wasn’t the only one impressed :))

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Otesaga weddings look amazing

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I love this moment during one of the toasts

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Dancing the night away with Soul Session

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As if ALL OF THAT wasn’t enough – yep, it’s time for the sickest backdrop in the history of weddings. Seriously check that thing out!! That’s a blue sheet hung from piping with several rows and layers of hand-cut snowflakes. The layers and different rows give it that dimension the background has.

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Thank you to both families for having me, and for allowing me to share in such an awesome event. Seriously you all were awesome, and you had a truly incredible wedding. I’m sincere when I say I feel lucky to have been included. Also a big thank you to the team of pros that I worked with that day – everyone was on tippy top of their game and it was fun to watch. It’s inspiring. And of course Otesaga weddings are some of my favorites (hope to do it again soon Melissa!)

As a bride-to-be begins planning her wedding, many thoughts go quickly to the dress. Which style will she wear? What designer will she choose? Will the dress be a statement piece or will it be elegant, yet understated?

As you can imagine, Clark+Walker see a huge variety of dresses every year and we wanted to show you just how stunning they were in 2011. Some of the amazing designers we saw on our C+W brides this year included: Pnina Tornai, Lazaro, Monique Lhuillier, Romona Keveza, Oscar de la Renta, Lea Ann Belter, Lela Rose, Amsale, J.Crew, Vera Wang, Mori Lee, Pronovias, Paloma Blanca, and Blue By Enzoani.

Our brides looked absolutely fantastic this year! They always seem to have a knack for choosing the perfect dress and it truly shows when they step into it for the first time. You looked amazing ladies, your dress choices really showed your class, elegance, and fashionable style!

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I just got done photographing an absolutely sick wedding at 11 North Pearl this week and I can’t wait to share! This wedding gets uber fast turnaround due to our Wedding of the Year contest launching this week, and I wanted my last couple of 2011 to be included.
Can’t go wrong with some cute Kate Spade’s to start the day and a Vineyard dress (I’m going to miss them!). I love this shot Andrew captured of Emma with the dress.

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Jon loves himself some beer, and the man has good taste (in more than just beer). Being a home brewer meant we knew he’d have some good brew on hand. In addition we hit up a spot later on to pay homage.

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First looks are always a treat for us to set up, especially when there are awesome gifts involved!

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Who says you can’t get butta light in December in Upstate NY! Boo yea! We headed over to Empire State Plaza for some money shots

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My favorite set from the wedding – just gorgeous. You’d have no idea it was pushing 30 degrees at most :)

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Cheers to the weekend, I’ll drink to that!

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Afterwards we headed over to the Albany Pump Station for some shots

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The church in downtown Albany was absolutely gorgeous, and the fact that Emma’s father did the service made it even more special

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Weddings at 11 North Pearl look incredible, it’s such a great space for Albany weddings

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More eye candy at 11 North Pearl weddings

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This last series – LOVE. Seriously I was drooling over these, especially since it was Emma’s idea for me to take her out and shoot them (think lower 20s and absolutely artic). So, so beautiful.

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Wedding Date: December 10, 2011
Wedding & Reception Venue(s): 11 North Pearl Event Center
Dress: Priscilla of Boston, Vineyard Collection
Hair/makeup: Make Me Fabulous
Bridesmaid dresses: Jim Hjelm Occasions
Flowers: Felthousen’s Florist
Catering: Classe Catering
Entertainment: Mike Garassi

Thank you both for including us in such a gorgeous event. Can’t wait to see more 11 North Pearl weddings in the near future!

Get ready for one of the hottest CW couples, Lauren+Brad at the Hall of Springs!

Check out their wedding page here if you like for more of their engagement!

Brad got Lauren this diamond bangle bracelet as a gift. I hope Santa is reading this blog!

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Nice hair piece huh?

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SMOKIN HOT CW Bride! w/ the help of Make Me Fabulous of course!

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What’s up cute lil dog, Lola?

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Lauren+Brad wanted different shades of purple, mostly deep purples. They also wanted to incorporate an earthy/natural tree theme into their ceremony to create an intimate, romantic, outside at twilight/sunset kind of feel..almost like everyone in the wedding had been transported to this secluded, majestic hideaway in the middle of the woods..

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Wedding ceremonies at the Hall of Springs are gorgeous!

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Nothing like a little cocktail reception dress!

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Another off the hook Hall of Springs wedding!

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Mazel Tov you guys!

Wedding & Reception Venue(s): Hall of Springs, Saratoga Springs
Dress: Private Label, Monica’s Bridal (Brooklyn, NY)
Accessories: London Blue Topaz Cushion drop earrings (from Facets Park Slope), diamond bangle from Fox Jewelers Saratoga,
Shoes: Enzo Angiolini Sully platform glitter pump – silver/gold
Hair/makeup: Make Me Fabulous
Bridesmaid dresses and Reception Dress: Priscilla of Boston (out of business) :(
Cake: Cakes by Gio
Entertainment: On the Move (“Synergy”)
Coordinator/Planner/Designer: Katie O’ Events
Invitations/Save the Dates/ceremony programs:  The Pink Orange
Tux: Hugo Boss Cary Grant