Our Story

Hi, I’m Gigi Connell — founder, owner, and the creative heart behind this photo booth company serving San Bernardino County, Riverside County, and the Morongo Basin.

Before launching my photo booth business, I built a solid 15-year career in the banking industry, where I learned the values of professionalism, accuracy, customer care, and reliability. These qualities now guide every event I serve.

My journey into the events and photography world started with one simple belief:
Every smile deserves to be remembered.
I wanted to create a service that brings joy, connection, and laughter — not just photos. Today, that dream has grown into a business that helps families, couples, schools, nonprofits, and companies turn special moments into cherished memories.

As a proud Filipina entrepreneur and devoted mother, I bring warmth, hospitality, and creativity into every setup. I make it my mission to ensure your guests feel welcomed, excited, and cared for — the way family should feel.

Before starting my photo booth company, I served as President and Co-Founder of Mara’s Christmas Wish, a nonprofit providing holiday meals and gifts to more than 1,000 families each year.
That experience shaped my purpose:
serve the community, spread joy, and make every celebration meaningful.

Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, school function, birthday, or fundraiser, I’m committed to delivering a fun, smooth, and memorable experience — from setup to the very last smile.

Thank you for supporting my small business and for trusting me to capture your moments.
I can’t wait to celebrate with you. 💛

Through Desert Clicksy Studio Photo Booth, I’m honored to continue that mission — one photo booth experience at a time. With every booking, we also donate 10% of our proceeds to local nonprofits, sharing smiles that give back to the community we love.