How Do You Make a Halloween Photocall?
With a dark haunted house, pumpkin or cobweb backdrop, soft light in front of the guests, props within reach and a sign with a funny phrase. With a FotomatonMR photo booth, every guest takes home a printed photo with the party design, in Seville, Cádiz and Huelva.
See the Party Photo Booth ↗A Halloween photocall should be a little scary and a lot of fun. Placed at the entrance to the party, it is where everyone shows off their costume and takes the first photo of the night. Here are backdrops, props, phrases for the signs and how to set it up at home, in a nightclub or at a corporate event.
Backdrops for a Halloween Photocall
- Haunted house: an old door, crooked pictures and candles.
- Pumpkin forest: straw bales, carved pumpkins and dry branches.
- Cobwebs and coloured light: a black backdrop with cobwebs and purple or orange light.
- Laboratory: jars, smoke and danger signs.
- Day of the Dead: colourful flowers, papel picado and decorated skulls.
Props and Accessories
- Witch hats, capes and fangs.
- Masks and eye masks.
- Brooms, pumpkins and toy spiders.
- Speech-bubble signs.
Phrases for the Signs
- «Trick or treat?»
- «Nobody gets scared here.»
- «Witching night» with the date.
- «Danger: scare zone.»
- «Smile, I don’t bite.»
Halloween at Home, at the Club or at the Office
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| Party | What Works | Watch Out For |
|---|---|---|
| Birthday or party at home | A simple backdrop and props for children and adults | Scares that are too strong for little ones |
| Nightclub or venue | A striking backdrop and photos to share on social media | The dance-floor lighting: the photocall needs its own |
| Company | A costume contest with an official photo | A fun tone, without tasteless scares |
For a night at a venue, see the nightclub photo booth; for the company, the photo booth for corporate events.
Lighting and Setup
- Soft light in front of the guests and coloured lights behind.
- Room for groups: at Halloween nobody poses alone.
- The photocall near the entrance, not at the back of the dance floor.
- A table with the props within reach.
From Photocall to Printed Photo
The photocall is the backdrop; a photo booth takes the photo and prints it instantly with a Halloween template, the party name and the date. The design is FREE and, on the models with printing, prints are unlimited during the contracted hours. The Magic Mirror also customises its screen with the party design, ideal for a costume night. If you need the backdrop, there is photocall hire in Seville, and for another costume party, the Carnival photocall ideas. More inspiration in the party ideas and in what a photocall is.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Backdrop Works for a Halloween Photocall?
The best are the haunted house, the pumpkin forest, cobwebs with purple or orange light and an old door. A dark backdrop with good light in front is better than a cluttered one.
Which Phrases Work on a Halloween Photocall?
Short, funny phrases: «Trick or treat?», «Nobody gets scared here», «Witching night» or the name of the party with the date.
How Do You Light a Halloween Photocall?
With soft light in front of the guests and coloured lights behind, on the backdrop. That way the atmosphere is dark, but faces look good in the photo.
How Much Does a Photo Booth for a Halloween Party Cost?
From just €299. The final price depends on the hours, the venue and any extras, and you receive it in writing before booking.
