Galas
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Case Studies
Scrubs in the City: Paris-Inspired Portrait Studio Experience
For one of Toronto’s most anticipated gala events, Polar Ice Photobooth created an elegant Paris-themed Portrait Studio experience designed to match the sophistication of the evening. A custom Paris-inspired backdrop transformed the space into a luxury photo moment where guests could step in for professionally directed portraits throughout the gala.
Our photographer guided each guest with flattering posing and lighting, creating polished, editorial-style images that felt elevated beyond a traditional photobooth experience.
Guests received instant prints on-site along with digital sharing, allowing them to immediately relive and share their portraits.
The activation became a standout feature of the evening, with guests consistently returning for photos and praising the experience for its elegance, uniqueness, and high-end feel. The Portrait Studio added a refined, interactive element to the gala while creating timeless keepsakes guests genuinely wanted to share and keep.
Results
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High guest participation throughout the evening
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Guests praised the experience as elegant, unique, and premium
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Created a luxury, editorial-style atmosphere that aligned with the gala theme
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Instant prints and digital sharing increased guest engagement and social sharing
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Added an interactive experience that elevated the overall guest experience at the gala
CAMH AI Watercolour Portrait Experience at Chotto Matte
For a special event hosted by CAMH at Chotto Matte, Polar Ice Photobooth delivered an AI-powered watercolour portrait activation that transformed guests into elegant artistic portraits in real time.
Using our Signature Sketch experience, guests received beautifully styled watercolour-inspired portraits that combined the timeless feel of traditional artwork with the speed and quality of modern AI technology. The activation created a memorable interactive experience that blended creativity, technology, and entertainment throughout the evening.
Guests were highly impressed by the realism, detail, and polished quality of the portraits, especially compared to traditional hand-drawn watercolour sketches. The experience quickly became a conversation piece at the event, with attendees excited to receive and share their personalized artwork.
Results
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Strong guest engagement and participation throughout the event
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Guests praised the quality and realism of the AI-generated watercolour portraits
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Created a unique, upscale experience that stood out from traditional event activations
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Instant digital delivery encouraged sharing and extended the event experience beyond the venue
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Successfully blended art and technology into a memorable branded guest experience
Victory Gala: A 360 Experience for the Pinball Clemons Foundation
At the annual Victory Gala, Polar Ice Photobooth delivered an immersive 360 video experience that brought energy and excitement to one of the evening’s most anticipated guest activations.
Guests stepped onto the branded 360 platform to capture cinematic slow-motion videos complete with dynamic movements, lighting effects, and instant sharing capabilities. The activation created a high-energy atmosphere throughout the gala, encouraging guests to interact, celebrate, and share their experience online in real time.
The 360 booth became a major attraction during the evening, with guests returning multiple times to create content with friends, colleagues, and fellow attendees. Instant digital sharing helped extend the reach of the event beyond the venue while giving guests a memorable keepsake from the gala.
Results
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High guest engagement and continuous participation throughout the evening
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Created a fun, interactive experience that energized the gala atmosphere
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Instant digital sharing increased social media visibility and guest interaction
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Encouraged repeat participation and group engagement
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Delivered a premium branded experience aligned with the prestige of the event
CAMH Gala-Spotlight Booth Experience
For a prestigious gala hosted by Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, the team was looking for an activation that felt elevated, glamorous, and different from a traditional photo booth experience. We introduced our Spotlight Booth concept — a clean, celebrity-inspired setup designed to make every guest feel like they were stepping onto a red carpet set.
Using dramatic lighting and a sleek studio-style setup, guests received stunning spotlight-style portraits that felt cinematic and editorial. In addition to instant digital and printed photos, every session also generated animated GIF videos, giving guests dynamic content they could instantly share online.
The activation became a standout experience throughout the evening, with guests consistently returning for more photos and praising the unique, celebrity-style results. The Spotlight Booth added an elegant entertainment element to the gala while creating highly shareable branded content that extended the experience beyond the event itself.
Results
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High guest participation throughout the gala
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Guests described the experience as glamorous, unique, and celebrity-like
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Instant prints, digital photos, and GIFs increased guest engagement and sharing
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The Spotlight Booth became a key visual attraction and conversation piece at the event
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Delivered a premium, editorial-style experience that elevated the overall atmosphere of the gala