Velma the Shutterbus
Photobooth Packages
All packages include:
Warm, inclusive, and flexible service that enthusiastically supports LGBTQS+ folk, Trans inclusion, Indigenous Justice, Black Lives, & seeks provide accessible experiences
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Set up and tear down on time and ready for fun!
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Travel up to 30 KM from Central Ottawa (longer distances @$1.00/km up to 100 km, contact for longer rides!)
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4 hours with Velma! The super cool 1972 VW bus of your dreams
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Tickle Trunks of groovy costumes and accessories
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1-3 Photo areas (Driver’s seat, Side door, & front of bus)
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A happening 1970's soundtrack (or the playlist of your choice)
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Velma’s Assistant to support guests and keep the set in Tip Top shape
*Custom and flat rate packages are available! *
Please reach out with your ideas and budget, here are some examples:
DIY / Digital
Who needs paper?
In this option, digital photos can be taken by Velma’s team, on guest phone or ours and shared to a private file share, individually with guests, to socials, and/or to your event page or elsewhere! Access to all digital files and a composite collage of the day’s photos will be provided to the event hosts.
$300
Photostrip
Remember the old black and while photo strips? We have a new, easy as pie version for your event. Guests receive a strip of 2 pictures each. plus Velma, costumes, props, and digital options!
Flat rate or per photo pricing availble
$300 + $300 (100 photos )
James Garner's Total Time Machine
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, not only can your guests have a polaroid souvenier, but folks can also receive a digital image of the shot! Using authentic Polaroid film, we can take your experience up a notch with a truly memorable photograph!
$300 + $5 per printed photo
Community/Non-Profit Organizations and Events:
If you would like to add Velma yo your event, we love to support our community. We are happy to work with you to help make you event more fun! Please reach out, Velma is here for you! invitevelma@gmail.com
SUPER 70's Extras!
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Limosine Services for up to 4
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Scooby snacks (think Bits and Bites, fancy Ritz Crackers and squeeze cheese hors d' oeuvres, Double Bubble, pop rocks, dip sticks... let your imagination run wild!)
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Refreshing bevvies like Tang, Kool Aid, and Hawaiian Punch
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Custom Props and costumes
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Extra Time/Idle Time $75 per hour
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Twister anyone?
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Tie Dye making activity
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Tell us your ideas, lets get groovy!!!
Reach out to velmatheshutterbus@gmail.com or to our socials to get the conversation started!
All about Velma
Specs
Velma is super easy to accommodate inside and outside! Here is everything you need to know about what you need.
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Velma is a 1972 T2 Volkswagen bus. Among the original campers, Velma has original Campmobile and upgraded interiors that groove with the 70's vibe but keep it mellow for more flattering pics.
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White leatherette seats in front and back, and orange and white/neutral interiors
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The rear hatch can be set up as a change area or as a bar, the front photo area has a hippie vibe with a persian carpet and large paisley floor cushions in classic turquoise, gold and white, the side door is the largest photo area with macrame curtains, and vintage travel trunks, instruments and other props so you can create your own A vibe!
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If indoors, an 8x8 entryway is the minimum Velma requires.
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Best to be generous with space when possible to accommodate the photo areas, Velma is 13 feet long, and 6.5ft tall.
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We do require access to power for most set-ups
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We need a plan when it comes to timing, how many photos per guest, any preferences you may have for the photos, so let's chat!
Velma's Story
The Story of Velma, starts with a little girl watching her dad work on cars, vans, trucks, and motor bikes... and dreaming of hitting the road in her own super cool van one day! Although, little Rachel thought it would be a brown van with a "Take it to the Limit" mural :) Velma is way cooler and it has been epic bringing her home. Ask me about the journey sometime, or find it on our Facebook page where you can see what we get up to! https://www.facebook.com/velmatheshutterbus), and do follow us on Instagram @velmatheshutterbus
* A note about that little girl, her name is Rachel... and after a career in the nonprofit sector solving riddles and making magical events, she is here to have fun with you! Please feel free to scope her out on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelhorsley/
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesSun, Aug 25OttawaAug 25, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Ottawa, 5770 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K4P 1B9, Canada
Sat, Jun 15OttawaJun 15, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Ottawa, 2760 Howe St, Ottawa, ON K2B 6W9, Canada
Address
945 Pinecrest Road, Ottawa, Ontario K2B6B1
Phone
613-286-2940
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Accessibility Statement for Invite Velma!
Measures to support accessibility
Velma the Shutterbus takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of Invite Velma!:
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Employ formal accessibility quality assurance methods.
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Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Invite Velma!. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on Invite Velma!:
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E-mail: velmatheshutterbus@gmail.com
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