A lot of people have opted to put disposable cameras on their reception tables in hopes of having their guests catch a few memorable candid moments. I took that idea a little further... I had a scavenger hunt! This way I could tell my guests exactly what moments I wanted captured on film, I also didn't have to buy 20 cameras, I only got 8 (this also kept down the developing costs) and asked people to pair up if they were willing to join in on the hunt.
I made bags that contained the camera, list of moments to find, a couple of ring pops, a pen, and some other party favors. I was extremely happy with the results, we got so many wonderful and meaningful photos. Where as table cameras usually end up with pictures of forks, or people just sitting around the table... I did have a point system set up, and there was supposed to be a prize giveaway which didn't work out as planned (due to people leaving early etc), but it didn't deter people from having fun taking the pics!
Sharon Naylor, Author of over 30 wedding books, posted an article for us at our site. Its a very extensive list and a great reference point to hand to create a "list of photos you want" You could do the scavenger hunt idea, do photo upload cards, or create them for every event including bridal showers, etc.
This idea is not just about the wedding and reception this can start from your first event! Have fun with it and use your friends digital cameras.
We had a bride do this and it worked great, but they used our site and instead of disposables they asked everyone to use their own digital cameras. Once the photos were uploaded then everyone got to see the photos and rate and comment on them and then they gave a funny prize to the guests with the best shots.
It really kept the party going for a week after the reception.
I really like this idea and would like to use it for my reception, its in april 08. I agree with Sam can someone put a list up so i can cut and paste and get an idea of what to put on the list for my guest
Someone needs to make a "page" where it gives you a big list of things to find in a scavenger hunt - creative ones, and specifically one for the mall. That would be great. -sam.
Bride & Groom's first dance Close-up of friends or family making toast Head table clinking glasses Parents of the Bride or Groom taking it all in Someone signing the guest book In-laws having cocktails A guest putting for a kiss Head table enjoying the meal Father of bride chowing down on tatortot hotdish Bride or Groom laughing with guests Bride and Groom kissing without being prompted Groom with his sister (extra point if dancing) Bride with her sister or brother (extra point if dancing) Bride and Groom cutting or eating the cake The wedding party at a bar A guest carrying way to many drinks An Uncle bartending with pizzaz Still life (centerpieces, brides bouquet, champagne glasses) The Bride and Groom when they think no one is looking Bride dancing with her father or Groom dancing with his mother Guests tearing up the dance floor Dancer that is most likely to cause an injury, in action Guests waiting in line for drinks Guy trying to hit on the few unattached females Parents of the Bride or Groom slow dancing or shaking their bootys on the dance floor (extra point for a dad) Groom removing the garter Bride tossing the bouquet or excited recipient of bouquet toss Mother or sister of bride fixing the brides hair Someone requesting a song Guest who has attended more than one wedding that day Guests with the same name (extra point for Pat & Pat) Someone who is obviously intoxicated A man going in the womans restroom and vice versa Someone misbehaving or up to mischief The best man on the dance floor busting a move The girls or guys dancing to hip hop Special group dance (hokey pokey, cha cha slide, chicken dance) A Guest playing with their fortune teller
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