REGGIES

September 21, 2016

Reggies is the perfect place for a Chicago Rock and Roll Karaoke themed Bar Mitzvah! Reggies is a ROCKING place and this party was off the charts! Plenty of room to roam, the kids had a very grown up experience at the famous rock club. Fully equipped with a taco bar, games and KARAOKE!! The kids loved singing their favorite songs up on the big stage as DJ Dominqe played the tunes! Fotio photo booth was set up in the hallway, in front of the AWESOME Reggies rock posters! Everyone had a blast taking their photos and playing with the rock and roll themed props we supplied! We definitely would love to go back for another round of music! This place is the best!

Girls having so much fun with the Fotio props!

Joy District

September 19, 2016

Joy District is cool, calm and chic. This place has the full city vibe you are looking for close to downtown Chicago right in River North. Joy District is a perfect location for your corporate holiday party or Chicago fundraising gala! Large beautiful portraits adorn the walls along with the high and decadent ceilings! Fotio photo booth was set up on the second floor in front of a simple, yet elegant black cloth. We had such a great time celebrating a very special person and this place brought out all the stops for a very top notch Chicago event! We really look forward to going back very soon!

Fun Fotio props looking super chic in the purple light!

Fotio looks so cool with the moody lighting!

Backyard Wedding Magic

September 12, 2016

Over Labor Day weekend we had the pleasure of working at a GORGEOUS backyard wedding in Libertyville, IL. The wedding was truly magical and no detail was left out! The weather was amazing, the sun was shining bright for the ceremony and slow setting for the reception and everyone was in a cheery, delightful mood! Tucked away in the suburbs, this wedding was truly a delight! Fotio was geared up for a sit down special Fotio photo booth set up with the bride and groom's lovely heirloom vintage leather sofa. The wedding guests truly loved the set up and the photo booth pictures turned out wonderful! Everyone was fascinated by the elegance and quality of Fotio. Can't say we blame them!

Fotio Photo Booth at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago

September 1, 2016

This was such an amazing wedding at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago! Our vintage photo booth style fit in perfectly at this timeless Chicago venue. The bride and groom provided their own fun stick props along with a gold sequin backdrop which looked amazing in the photos! Everyone looked so classic in black and white!

A Fotio photo booth setup at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago!

The bride and groom post for a photo booth picture!

The bridesmaids pose for a photo booth picture at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago wedding!

Fotio's Fall Bride Guide

September 1, 2016

As we approach Fall, we can't help but think about all the Fall WEDDINGS coming up! We have put together a Fotio Bride Starter Kit by pulling some recent examples of important photos that you will want as part of your big day! Fotio provides a classic, beautiful and quality experience. We want to capture the essence of your BIG DAY! If you have rented Fotio for your wedding and never have done Fotio before, this is especially for you! Make sure to get photos with your MOM, Grandma, Bridesmaids and all of your important girls! Having a photo of just the BRIDE is a wonderful idea. Remember you will be looking back on these photos from years to come! Some of the trends that are really hot right now are Bride and Groom back to back, Bride and Groom showing off their rings! Take full advantage of Fotio while we are there! Time flies when you are having fun! To check out other wedding adventures go to our website http://fotio.co/events/

The gang is all together! Bride and Groom with their favorite!

Dramatic is always perfect for the Fotio photo booth!

Sequence

August 24, 2016

Tips for the Fotio WEDDING couple. We are sharing some tips to HELP you achieve great photos! Before the big wedding day, take a minute and think about the photos you want. These are the photos that will stay with you forever. Don't have any regrets the next day! These tips will help you prepare for your Fotio experience.

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Tip #1- "Freshly Minted Married Style"- Put us on your timeline. Make it a point to stop by Fotio first! Get those fresh shots in right away. Come over and we can cheers to marriage. Make sure we get some photos before the dancing and partying starts, Also, it's OK to sneak away from your table for a minute.

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Tip #2- "Family Time, Late Night Shenanigans"- Make sure that throughout the night you stop back by Fotio to get more photos with your family, friends and wedding party. Think about for the future, who do you want photos with? You hold the key to your own destiny. Three hours will fly by. Make sure you take advantage of your Fotio time slot!

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Tip #3- "Don't Forget to Vogue, It's All About Sequence"- Mix it up, change your positions. Make your photos interesting. These photos from our archive represent how to range your photos. We really zeroed in on what makes your Fotio experience EXTRA! You only have one night to make the magic happen! When you break down the night and look at the photos, you see the small old school way of the photo booth. We encourage you to take many different photos! Talk it over with your partner and practice your poses.

A Morgan Manufacturing Wedding with Fotio

August 10, 2016

Not too long ago we had the pleasure of celebrating a very special wedding union at Morgan Manufacturing in Fulton Market. This place is so original, there is no other place like it in Chicago. Up on the rooftop, this place has the best views of the city, especially downtown. At this wedding, there was no deal left undone. The table settings looked absolutely gorgeous! Fotio photo booth was set up in front of an old industrial sliding door. As you walk around, you really get the feel of the meat packing district and all of it's old time Chicago feel. This place is perfect for any large scale event, especially for a wedding. The guests were having a blast with Fotio and there was plenty of room for everyone to crowd around the camera and check out their photos!

Bride having a blast with her bridesmaids at Morgan Manufacturing!

Having a blast in the Fotio photo booth at Morgan Manufacturing!

Guest mingle while they stand by their tables!

Neybir Chicago 40th Birthday Party Photo Booth

August 10, 2016

Saturday night we were at a 40th birthday party at Neybir. Neybir is such a cool new store located at Grand Avenue and Oakley Street. One side of the venue is a home goods store, with lots of exquisite and curated offerings. The other side is a large open air event space perfect for events and workshops. If you are looking for unique home furnishings or a great gift for someone, this is your place! From original paintings to glass vases, this place is the cutest. We definitely recommend stopping by as soon as possible. Fotio was set up in the large event space/showroom facing a gorgeous brick wall. Fotio photo booth snapped pictures throughout the evening as event guests made some awesome terrariums! The night was very peaceful and lovely.

Fotio looking cool in the peaceful atmosphere.

Neybir from the outside. Sits quietly on Grand Avenue.

The brick wall looks perfect! The ladies look lovely!

Downtown Dolls

August 2, 2016

All day everyday downtown Chicago is hustling and bustling. The magical pulse is felt by many - local residents and tourists alike! Downtown Chicago boasts some of the most spectacular city views in an urban setting. Each weekend we have the pleasure of venturing downtown for our many events - especially weddings. A downtown wedding is something to dream about and something to remember! Downtown Chicago offers many gorgeous structures and classically designed buildings - all of which make amazing and unique spaces for your wedding! Some recent Fotio wedding locations include Chicago gems such as The Rookery, The Drake Hotel, The Renaissance Blackstone, The Chicago Club, and The University Club (just to name a few!). Fotio has the ability to a share a little piece of Chicago in each photo. Mainly people pick their venue based on the way it looks because it has nice walls or great attributes. Fotio's greatest strength is our minimal set up and ability to use the venue's walls whether it be wooden panel, ornate wall paper, exposed brick etc. Each event gallery is new and fresh and unique to the venue space! To check out our photo galleries, head on over to our events page: www.fotio.co/events

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The bride and groom looking great at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel Chicago wedding!

Bride and Groom looking super cute at the University Club.

Drake Hotel Wedding Photo Booth

July 28, 2016

This was a fabulous Indian wedding celebration at the elegant Drake Hotel located on Chicago's Magnificent Mile. Fotio photo booth was setup during the cocktail hour in the French Room and later for the reception in the Gold Coast Room. The pictures turned out wonderful and everyone had such a fun time with Fotio! View the full gallery of pictures here: http://fotio.co/7-3-16-wedding/

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The girls take a photo booth picture in the French Room at the Drake Hotel!

The beautiful flower centerpiece displayed during cocktail hour in the Drake Hotel's French Room!

The bride and groom post for a picture in the photo booth in the Gold Coast Room!

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Wedding guests taste testing the wedding cake at the Drake!

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Beach Party Brunch Photo Booth at Carnivale Chicago!

July 26, 2016

Summer in the city. Summer with Fotio! As our adventures continue, our next stop is Carnivale's Beach Party Brunch! The atmosphere was so light, airy and free. The staff made this unique space feel like an authentic beach party! The setting was great and the food was AMAZING! Mimosas for everyone! Everyone stopped by the Fotio booth and took some photos with their friends and family. We always love going to the Carnivale BRUNCH. It's always a blast! See you this fall at the next Back to School brunch! To check out more Fotio adventures follow us on Instagram! @fotioco

Fotio photo booth set up at Carnivale for the Beach Party Brunch!

Lovely ladies looking very beachy in this photo!

Carnivale is the perfect place for a themed party!

These kids were having a blast with our Fotio props!

Ladies waiting for their Fotio photos to pop up!

Carnivale staff take a family pic with Fotio!

Paws Summer Beach Party at Castaways

July 19, 2016

It was an easy breezy kind of night at the popular North Avenue Castaways Beach Bar for the annual Paws Beach Party Fundraiser! There were so many cute pups and dogs of all sizes! Castaways is an ocean liner inspired building that really makes you feel like you are on a boat! Fotio was set up on the upper deck of the boat with downtown Chicago and the beach ever so perfectly placed as our backdrop. Here is the full gallery of photo booth pictures from the event: fotio.co/7-14-16-paws

Fotio is at Castaways on North Avenue Beach!

Beautiful view looking east at Lake Michigan!

The tables are all set and ready for the party!

Farm BBQ Retirement Party with Fotio!

July 13, 2016

This past weekend, Fotio had the pleasure of attending a retirement party on a farm in Dyer, Indiana! It was a gorgeous Midwestern summer afternoon, with a very laid back and relaxing atmosphere. A retirement party fit for a king, equipped with delicious food, great drinks, picture perfect weather, cool breeze, fresh air, rolling hills. As friends and family begin to gather to celebrate the retirement, what better way to capture the essence of the day other than Fotio? We had the pleasure of setting up in the cute gazebo with a stunning view for our Fotio background. A view overlooking a pond and an 11 acre pasture. Fotio is fun for the whole family and provides a one of kind experience. If you want to see more of our adventures, check us out on Instagram: @fotioco

The party was picnic themed! Loves the red and white checkered pattern!

Party guests having fun with the Fotio props!

He looks like he is happy about retiring!

A University Club of Chicago Wedding

July 6, 2016

This was a wonderful wedding celebration at the University Club of Chicago located at 76 E. Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603. The wedding and reception both took place in the magnificent and historic Cathedral Hall. The large vaulted wood ceiling and stained glass truly make this a wedding venue to remember. Our vintage camera photo booth style fits in perfectly with the elegance and classic feel of the space. View the full wedding gallery here: http://fotio.co/4-23-16-university

A Fotio photo booth setup in Cathedral Hall at the University of Chicago wedding.

The bride and groom pose for a picture in Cathedral Hall.

Fotio photo booth setup against the wood panel wall in Cathedral Hall.

Live music provided by Front of House in Cathedral Hall (an Arlen Music Production)

Wedding guests having fun watching the photo booth slideshow.

Wedding guests having fun with the vintage props in Cathedral Hall!

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Fotio Photo Booth Event Love!

July 5, 2016

Fotio is the perfect photo booth for every event! Fotio is small, looks cool, and takes fantastic pictures at any event large or small. Inside or outside, all over the city, downtown or in the suburbs, we are everywhere you want us to be! We love them all! Throughout the year we celebrate so many great people and important milestones: Chicago Weddings, Birthdays of ALL AGES, Bar/ Bat Mitzvahs, Beer Releases, Company Parties and so much more! We capture the fun moments of the big day and keep it classic! Not only are we making memories, but we are also entertainment for all the party guests! If you have a need a high quality, timeless, original photo booth, look no further as we are here. Down below we have chosen some photos from our archive to share a glimpse into the world of FOTIO.

Birthday party fun! 14 never looked cuter!

Fun drinks at the company party! Great background!

Ladies looking great, bringing the extra vogue!

Fun props and costumes are always encouraged!

Company part- hear no, speak no, see no evil!

Bride and Groom on their wedding day! Don't they look lovely?

Old Forrester on Repeal Day at the Dawson!

Happy Birthday! Make 30 a night you want to remember!

Company party, have some fun with your co-workers!

Hanging out at Union Station never felt better!

Metropolitan Club Wedding at the Willis Tower

July 4, 2016

This was a beautiful Chicago wedding at the Metropolitan Club located on the 66th and 67th floor of the Willis Tower. The lighting was perfect and guests could enjoy the views of downtown Chicago throughout the evening. Later in the night guests were invited to visit the Skydeck Chicago's clear observation decks on the 103rd floor! Our vintage photo booth charm fit in perfectly in this chic yet classic downtown Chicago wedding venue. Fotio used a textured wall in the event space which looked really amazing in the photo booth pictures. We had the pleasure of working with Ashley Godinez the Private Event director at the Metropolitan Club and Kristin from Toast and Jam DJ's (one of our favorites!!).

A Fotio photo booth setup in the Metropolitan Club at the Willis Tower.

Beautiful set wedding tables at the Metropolitan Club Chicago.

Beautiful views and beautiful flowers at the Metropolitan Club.

A couple pose for a formal photo booth picture as the reception begins!

The bride takes a Fotio solo shot! Looking good!

A silly photo booth pic with our vintage props taken at the Willis Tower.

Bridgeport Art Center Skyline Loft Birthday Bash

June 27, 2016

We had the pleasure of celebrating a very special man's 90th BIRTHDAY party over the weekend at the Bridgeport Art Center Skyline Loft. His family pulled out all the stops: there was a huge candy table by our Chicago favorite Candyality, a nitro ice cream bar, ten piece band that dressed up like the Rat Pack, a Marilyn Monroe impersonator and of course a Fotio photo booth. Bridgeport Art Center is by far one of our FAVORITE event spaces as it offers amazing views of the city along with spacious, easily transformable rooms with rustic and historic charm. The Bridgeport Art Center is also home to many artists, exhibits, classes, and other events throughout the year so it is certainly a unique and vibrant location for your event! The BAC has open studios every 3rd Friday if you want to explore the spacious 18,000 sq. ft historic building (built in 1911!) otherwise you can get in touch with Venue Logic if you want to learn more about the Skyline Loft event space. This is one of the best spaces for watching that perfect Chicago sunset on your special day!

Fotio looks so cool in front of the large windows in the Skyline Loft at Bridgeport Art Center.

Fotio looking super chic in the lofty loft.

The view that gives the space it's namesake. Great views of downtown!

Set up against a rustic brick wall. Really gives you that Chicago feel!

Having a great time with Fotio photo booth!

The skylight shining through on the gorgeous table setting!

View of the dining room. The skylight shining down! It was truly a perfect Saturday night!

The props make people feel alive! It's kind of like magic!

The guests were loving the candy table by Candyality!

Candyality jumped in the photo booth at the end of the night!

Ravenswood Event Center Industrial Ballroom Wedding

June 24, 2016

The Ravenswood Event Center Industrial Ballroom is a magnificent wedding venue located on the north side of Chicago in the Lincoln Square/Ravenswood neighborhood. The brick walls extend 30' high to the ceiling which serves as a beautiful backdrop for your urban or vintage wedding. We especially love how amazing the brick looks in our black and white photo booth pictures! This was a wonderful wedding for Justin and Jocelyn with an all-star team of vendors including photography by Azuree Wiitala, live music by Lola Bard Productions, Grapefruit IPA from local brewers Arcade Brewery, and room decor/event coordinating by Jennifer from Ravenswood Event Center. View the full gallery of pictures here: http://fotio.co/5-28-16-ravenswood

A Fotio photo booth setup in the Industrial Ballroom at Ravenswood Event Center Wedding.

The bride and groom take a photo booth picture in the Industrial Ballroom!

The bride and groom share their first dance in the Industrial Ballroom. Lola Bard Productions provide the live music!

Bride and groom get a photo booth pic with friends!

The bride having fun watching the photo booth pictures!

The industrial ballroom looks so cool as the sun goes down!

The Proper Prop Game

June 20, 2016

Sometimes an accessory is all you need to make an outfit and in this case, it is making the photo. Dressing up allows us to play a bit, really diving into your inner child. We have pulled some Fotio photos from our archive to exemplify a good range of proper prop usage. Fotio is a fresh new take on the prop game. We source high quality and classic looking props to make sure the photos still look elegant with that special Fotio feel. Let us help you make your party, memorable, entertaining and most of all, AUTHENTIC.

There are FIVE props in this photo and it is amazing, seen here at Morgans in Fulton Market.

Father son at Sepia! Looking very cute with their props!

Fun for life! Props help everyone ease into the night!

These two cuties did a great job working the camera!

Chicago Club Fotio Photo Booth Style

June 15, 2016

The Chicago Club is a private social club, founded in 1869 located on the corner of Van Buren and Michigan Avenue in the Loop neighborhood of downtown Chicago. The clubhouse is perfect for business meetings, dining, weddings and social gatherings. When you walk in, you feel like you have entered a different time period. It feels like old Chicago. Knowing that some of the Chicago greats have walked through these halls, you can't help but wonder if their energy still lingers? The gorgeous wooden interior is classic and timeless. It really adds that element of sophistication that so many downtown Chicago buildings boast! Throughout the whole main floor, there are many portrait paintings of the founding fathers of the Chicago Club. Not only are they cool to look at, but it is part of Chicago's history! Fotio photo booth was set up in the middle of it all, blending in perfectly with it's vintage and classic feel! This venue is a great place, along with a bunch great people! The Chicago club is a perfect and elegant Chicago option for your wedding and reception. We hope to return very soon!

The fireplace room is very cozy and comfortable!

This family was playing it more on the goofy side!

Fotio photo booth was set up in the beautiful hallway!

Props help people really get into the photobooth!

Main stairway with the Chicago Club logo!