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The Two Secret Ingredients Every Non-Profit Needs to Inspire Generosity
Every successful non-profit fundraiser has two secret ingredients working together behind the scenes: Authentic storytelling through quality photography Interactive entertainment that creates emotional connection At Shortcake Photo and Hammie The Photo Booth, we’ve seen how these two things can completely transform a gala or fundraising event. Because donors don’t just give to organizations; They give to causes they feel connected to. Secret Ingredient #1: Behind-the-Scenes P
Jeanette Schenk
May 192 min read


The ROI of a Professional Headshot Day
Why professional headshots are one of the smartest (and easiest) investments your company can make. There’s a reason you’re seeing updated headshots all over LinkedIn and company websites lately: polished, consistent portraits are no longer a “nice to have.” They’ve become an essential part of modern employer branding—and one of the quickest ways to elevate how your company looks online. But the real magic happens when you bring the headshot experience in-house . As a Portlan
Jeanette Schenk
Apr 22 min read


Choosing the Right Photo Booth: Examples of Real Weddings & Events
Why do so many folks choose Hammie The Photo Booth? We're compassionate, professional, fun, unique, interactive and offer only high-quality images and service. Choosing the right photo booth for your wedding or event is important - and we're here for ya! Professional & Fun: Important Ingredients for Choosing the Right Photo Booth Did you know, a significant amount of photo booth operators and owners do not have any formal training in photography? In fact, many photo booth com
Jeanette Schenk
Mar 302 min read


The most memorable weddings are like wildflowers: When planning your wedding, select what you're drawn to. What feels like "home."
The most memorable weddings are the ones that feel like home. Take a peek into this beautiful wedding that I had the pleasure to be a part of last summer - it was a personality-packed celebration, featuring cascading florals, comforting tablescapes, live music, and intentional guest experiences. Photo Credit: The Wipplers A Venue With a View and a Meaning = Most Memorable Wedding The wedding venue, Grandview Estate (located in Enumclaw, Washington), was chosen for more than
Jeanette Schenk
Feb 93 min read
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