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Glam Black & White + Color Photo Experience

Client Name: Fundraising Gala

Event Date: 21/12/2025

Venue: Charlotte

The Brief

For this upscale fundraising gala, Aloha Creative delivered a luxury Glam Photo Experience combining iconic black-and-white portraits with modern color photography designed to elevate guest engagement while creating a tangible, lasting keepsake.

With over 500+ attendees, the activation became one of the most talked-about features of the evening.

The Solution

Guests were invited to step into a professionally lit Glam photo studio, styled for a celebrity-level portrait moment. Each guest received a branded acrylic 4×6 photo frame, transforming the photo experience into an interactive, must-do moment.

The result?

High participation

Consistent lines throughout the night

A luxury keepsake guests were eager to take home

Guests were highly motivated to participate not just for the photo, but for the premium framed memory they could display long after the event.

Why It Worked

Instant Incentive = Instant Engagement

The acrylic frame created a natural call-to-action. Guests wanted the photo because it came with something tangible, polished, and display-worthy.

Glam Aesthetic = Elevated Energy

The black-and-white Glam style delivered timeless, magazine-worthy portraits, while the color option allowed for versatility and personalization appealing to a wide range of guests.

Luxury Keepsake, Not a Disposable Print

Unlike standard photo prints, the acrylic frame elevated the perceived value of the experience. Guests viewed it as a gift, not swag.

Emotional Connection to the Cause

By tying the photo moment to the gala’s purpose, guests left with a physical reminder of the evening and the mission they supported.

The Solution

Guest Engagement Highlights

  • Continuous guest flow throughout the event

  • High repeat engagement (couples, groups, individuals returning for multiple shots)

  • Strong word-of-mouth as guests showcased their framed photos to others

  • Organic buzz as framed portraits were seen at tables, bars, and exits

Brand & Fundraising Impact

  • Custom-branded frames reinforced the gala’s identity and sponsor presence

  • Photos became long-term brand impressions in guests’ homes and offices

  • Elevated guest experience aligned with the premium nature of the fundraiser

  • Created a lasting emotional takeaway tied to the organization’s mission

The Takeaway

This Glam Black & White + Color Photo Experience proved that luxury + interactivity + a tangible keepsake is a winning formula.

By offering guests a beautifully framed memory, the activation didn’t just capture photos it captured emotion, attention, and long-term impact.

A moment remembered.

A cause supported.

A keepsake that lives on for years.

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