Encanterra's open house

What an amazing evening we had last Thursday out at Encanterra. Teagan did an amazing job. So many fabulous couples toured this gorgeous site. There is an amazing view of the Superstition Mtns. I even got to mingle with some other great wedding professionals. If you are looking for a great wedding, reception location in the east valley this is a must see on your list!

Wedding For Lyndsey and Hugh

We were back at Troon North Golf Club for another amazing wedding. This time were there to celebrate with Lyndsey and Hugh. We were set up on the patio for the guests to enjoy during the cocktail hour. We had a line as soon as the guests arrived from the ceremony, which was held on site. When the party moved inside there were many of the guests that preferred to frequent the photo booth instead. Ed from Ray the DJ did his best to keep them inside, but the booth was much more fun. There was a group of girls that ma have enjoyed the booth a little too much. It was a great party. The bride and groom took great care to make sure their guests had a good time. Even as we were finishing up with the photo booth, the party still going strong, they had pizza brought out to keep the energy going and guest full. Something of a late night snack.

What happens in the booth stays in the booth.

(Of course they talked about it and everyone knew)

We even got the photographer to come out from behind the camera--well sort of!

Thanks guys for an amazing time. Good Luck and Best Wishes.

Invite Blues?

You might say that A2Z photo booths has seen a few weddings. We have seen everything from prom dresses to biker gear on various guests, and well we are usualy wearing black and white.



So what do you wear as a guest at a wedding? Being under dressed is awkward and overdressing is just plan uncomfortable. So how do you decide what is appropriate for the wedding you have been invited to attend?

If you receive an invitation with lace and calligraphy that usually indicates that you should take the extra time to match your shoes to your outfit and add a little makeup. For most events you will not be able to reuse your prom dress or other brides maids dresses no matter how fancy the invitation looks.

The new and convenient way to send out invites is on Facebook. Lots of people do it and it is cheap and easy. You won't usually have to go out of your way to dress up for these kinds of celebrations. Taking a brush through your hair and making sure there is no unmentionables (dirt, spit-up, food and wrinkles) on you blouse will suffice. Just remember it is a wedding reception and you shouldn't roll out of bed and walk into the party.

There are also the photo shop masterpieces that have pictures, text and swirly graphics. These invites are adorable, personal and slightly confusing! Mostly because happy couples are usually in a grassy area in jeans and t-shirts looking all "In Love." But that tells you nothing about how you should dress because you can be sure the bride and groom sure won't be sporting jeans! So what do you do? When in doubt go simple yet classy. Black pants and a nice blouse or a nice dress will get you through any event unscathed.

If you are male or are trying to dress a male so he looks appropriate; (Good Luck!) Remember that most men look good in black slacks and a button up shirt, no tie. It's a fact that simple is always better for men, but make sure that he leaves his jeans, work boots, and holey t-shirt at home.

Just remember not to go overboard! You don't want to out dazzle the bride. (At least not on her special day!)

Oh & BTW sometimes the brides are super smart and well prepared, they put the recommended attire right on the invite!



And if all else fails call the bride or someone in the bridal party. It never hurts to ask!



~Mari~

Wedding at Different Pointe of View

Sometimes when you love a certain sports team you wear their colors to show your support. Traditional weddings don't usually incorporate team colors, but Michael didn't let tradition stop him from showing his love for the Phoenix Suns. The Groom and his grooms men showed a little support with orange and white striped socks. It was a big surprise to the bride, but I think she knew what she was getting herself into when she agreed to marry him.

If you have never been to Different Pointe of View, you might want to check it out. The view from the top, made me almost want to take up hiking. (Almost) The Happy couple celebrated their new voes at the top, first with a cocktail hour and then the real party started.

Guests sipped cocktails and looked out over the valley and took a few pictures in the photo booth. The light breeze made the afternoon almost perfect. As the Sun set the guests moved inside for dinner, dancing and the traditional wedding activities.

But the guest didn't forget little ol me and the photo booth. Ever chance they got they were sneaking out of the ball room to make a few more memories, not just for themselves but for the bride and groom in the guest book.

Especially when the fire pits were lit and the makings for s'mores were set out. The kids swarmed and soon the sweet smell of marshmallows was wofting threw the air. Once the kids had their fill or were dragged away by their parents, the grandparents and older guest ventured out of the main hall to get some fresh air. The cuteist thing I have ever seen is an older couple trying to be dainty while chowing down on s'mores!

~Mari~

WEDDINGS AT ENCANTERRA

Wow! Talk about a fabulous venue!
Chris and I went out and met Teagan Mercer with Encanterra...it was worth the trip!

Located on the east side of Queen Creek (San Tan Valley...Ironwood and Combs) - there is a wonderful view of the Superstition Mountains in the distance and lush elegance everywhere you look. This is an amazing location for a wedding ceremony - and an even better one for a reception!

No expense was spared in the creation of this wonderful resort. The only concern for me; if after the Ceremony and Reception, they'll be able to make the guests and wedding party go home....I found it hard to want to leave. (Their wedding packages include a massage for the bride...sign me up - I told Chris I wanted to come here and get married; again)

Yeah - So I just wanted to put a little plug in for Encanterra...it's a new venue and totally worth the trip to check it out! Call Teagan, I know she'd love to give you the full tour.

--Jill :)

Live Photo Booth Fun

This time we had our Live Photo Booth out for Mike and Stacy's wedding. We were set up at Old Main on ASU's campus. What a great place! It is not your traditional venue. We were set up on the landing at the top of the stairs so every saw us as they came in. We had a line all night long. Stacy and Mike loved the album that the guests created. Here are some pictures off how much fun they had!

Classic air guitar and the "ball wall".

This must be an inside joke.

Whoa Mike, wait for after the reception!

There was definitely some rivalry between the guests.

Just some out right fun!

Thanks guys you were fabulous!!

Cinco De Mayo Deal

We will be having a great deal coming on the 5th of May. You won't want to miss this!!! One day only kind of thing.

Early this year Sarah and Randy celebrated their newly wed bliss in their parents home with friends and family. Our photo booth was sitting right inside the front door and was the biggest hit. Our most frequent customer was the groom. He jumped in the booth by himself and with every guest. He even got in the booth with a bear! A bear skin rug that is. As you can see the bear looks like he is attacking the groom. But it was all in good fun. (no animals we harmed in the making of these photo booth pictures, [they were already dead])

And NO Sarah did not turn into the bear!

Talk about your advertising!

There's always room for more!

Still Playing catch up

Back in November we had one of our booths out for Jaime and Matts wedding. This time we were at the Cimmaron Golf Club. What a gorgeous venue. The ballroom was emaculate! The guests loved the photo booth.

I'm not sure which is funnier, all the girls sticking their tongues out or the group that really does not know what they are doing. Obviously the props were a hit.

Not everyone used our props. These guys improvised.

Sorry Matt:)

Here are a few more pictures just to show you how much fun having a photo booth can be.
This was a fabulous event. Way to go!!

Alicia and Paul

How do you decide who gets the privilege of attending your wedding?

Immediate family is kind of a given, but your 5th grade reading teacher who introduced you to the joy of reading a altered your life forever? Do you send her a invite even tho you haven't seen her in 15 years?

It really just depends on the size of celebration you want.

Alicia & Paul know how to throw a party! The biggest Party we have seen yet, 600 guests and one photo booth just wouldn't do! Yes that's right we had two booths and neither one ever had a break! The guestbook was overflowing with loving congrats and special memories by the time we shut the booths down for the night.