In olden days almost every large shopping centre hosted a photograph kiosk that could be used to take passport photos or just fun pictures of groups of friends all cramming into the small space together. In was fun, even if one had to wait a while for the pictures to develop. Those days are gone and for many years these kiosks disappeared. Things have changed, however, and now they are making a big comeback. Today, with photo booth rental Asheville event organizers strive to add some fun to their events.

The only similarity between those older photograph booths and modern kiosks is that they are used to take pictures. Modern kiosks are no longer deployed in shopping centres. Instead party planners and hosts rent them to provide fun and entertainment at their parties and functions. People simply love having their own pictures taken, which explains why these booths are so popular.

The old, square curtained booths are a thing of the past. Modern kiosks are available in a staggering range of designs, colours and sizes. Some are shaped like ships, others resemble castles, there are booths that are modelled after famous buildings and numerous others. This variety allows event organizers and hosts to select a kiosk that will fit in with the theme and colour scheme of their parties.

It goes without saying that kiosks now use the latest digital technology to produce pictures of outstanding quality. They are extremely user friendly too. The results can be viewed straight away and unsatisfactory pictures can be deleted. Guests can take as many pictures as they like without incurring any additional cost. Guests can even edit their pictures by adding frames or captions.

Hiring photograph booths is surprisingly cheap. The contractor transports the kiosk to the venue, sets it up, teach someone how to use it and remove it again afterwards. The event organizer do not have to do a thing. The cost of hiring a kiosk should also be considered in the light of just how expensive some other forms of entertainment can be.

Many contractors even up the entertainment ante by supplying a selection of props such as hats, costume jewellery, outfits and other accessories. This allows guests to let their hair down and to truly embrace the theme of the event. Many event organizers exploit these devices to serve as ice breakers, especially when many of the guests do not know one another. They award prizes for the most original, the funniest and the most most creative pictures.

These kiosks are suitable for all functions, from birthday parties for small kids to formal black tie events. Multiple copies of all the pictures taken during the event is made available to guests and host immediately after the function. These can serve as reminders of a good time and hosts can even use them in their future advertising and other public relations exercises.

Some critics say that photograph booths are just a fad that will soon fade. Contractors and party organizers do not agree with them. Manufacturers keep coming up with new designs and contractors are struggling to cope with the demand. One cannot help but wonder what new innovations to these devices will be introduced next.