Whether you're having an ugly Christmas sweater party or a fancy-schmancy New Year's Eve bash, a photo booth is never out of style. It'll make your party more fun, your guests will cut loose just a bit more, and you'll definitely be the host with the most. And honestly, they're not as hard to set up as you may think. Here's a few ways to get it done.
Using a DSLR and tripod
The easiest way to do this is with a DSLR on a tripod, since you can use a remote shutter release or even tether the camera to your computer. (If you don't own one already, try to borrow or rent one.)
Nikon's wireless shutter release is only $20.
Pretty much every DSLR has an optional remote shutter release, so check the manufacturer's website or Amazon for the one you need. Wireless is preferred, of course. That will let your guests take their own pictures, so you don't have to stand by the camera all night. You might want to label the remote with a helpful suggestion that guests return it to the props table when they're finished! (Yes, there absolutely needs to be a props table. We'll get to that later.)
Using your computer
If you have an iMac or Mac laptop with a built-in camera, you could just use Photo Booth. It's a full-screen application with a friendly photo-booth look, so people will know right away what they're supposed to do.
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