Welcome the Dancing Queen | Our New Hostess Vera

We love introducing our fans to our ShutterBooth friends. And, in that spirit, we’re excited to show off one of our newest members to the team – Vera. She’s started hosting a couple of months ago, and we’re loving the energy she’s bringing to the booth. This mama and ex-pro cheerleader makes guests feel comfortable in behind the curtain – which has made for some really great memory books along the way.

We’ve our short and sweet Q&A with the newest hostess below. Book her for your next party today!

Hello Vera! Why did you decide to start hosting with ShutterBooth?
Honestly, I started hosting to have an “excuse” to get dressed up, have some fun and interact with new people. I’m a social person, so I enjoy that environment. Getting paid to do that is an added bonus!

Since you started, what has become your favorite part about it?
I love interacting with the people who come into the booth. It’s so fun to get them in and hear them laughing as they choose props and take photos. There are funny moments at every event, so it’s never boring.

What’s the most common advice you give posers? 
The most common advice I give, is to 1. look at the camera [not the monitor!!] and 2. wait for the flash! Once they get those two things down, they are golden. I always encourage them to just have fun and to come back again before the party is over. Usually, I’ll get a handful of people that come back a few times to choose different props or as the night goes on, get more silly.

Why do you like photo booths?
I love when a photo catches fleeting moments and memories. Plus, I love a reason to laugh. I also like the spontaneity of having just four seconds to choose the next pose!

When you’re not hosting, what are you up to?
The main thing I do when I’m not hosting is being a mom to my [almost] one year old daughter. She is my life and joy. My husband and I waited a long time for her, and she’s everything we hoped she would be. I also dance and choreograph/teach private dance lessons in my spare time. I am a former collegiate dance team coach and pro cheerleader, so dance was (and still is!) a big part of my life.