How a 1966 VW Splitty Became the Ultimate Wedding Photo Booth
If you’ve ever been to a festival wedding and seen a split-screen camper parked up, lights glowing, curtains drawn and laughter spilling out of it, you know the vibe. We were the fore founders of the movement…no exaggartion, we really were!
But, not many know this one started as an empty shell in a shipping container.
In 2012, an imported 1966 VW Split Screen Campervan from California, USA. It needed everything. The interior was baked, the wiring a mess, the paint tired, but underneath, it had something special.
So we decided to do something different. A first of it’s kind. To keep ‘Hank the camper’ on the road and pay us back, all we invested into him!
The Vision: Not Just a Camper, an Experience
The idea? Build a fully functional, pro-quality photo booth inside a classic VW camper. That paid us back for the restorartion and up keep.
I was working as an event photographer and brand creative back then, so designed ‘Hank the camper’ with a passion for vehicles and top quality entertainment, which has most definately contributed to where we are today.
We built:
A professional-grade photo booth system with studio lighting
A stylish, vintage-inspired interior that doubled as a backdrop
Smart power solutions, custom-built tech, and a layout that just worked. For business and camping!
The result? A rolling photo studio that turned heads at every event and booked out months in advance.
Success on the Scene
From rustic barns to high-end venues, this little Splitty quickly became a favourite on the wedding and event scene. It wasn’t just a booth, it was a moment.
Couples remembered it. Guests loved it. Venues asked for it again and again.
We Can Build Yours Too
We’ve now got years of experience building and sourcing classic vehicles for business use—whether it’s for:
Mobile coffee vans
Mobile bars
Photo booths
Event promo vehicles
Campervan rentals
Brand activations
With the right shell, the right vision, and our help, you can create a rolling brand experience that’s as profitable as it is iconic.
Got a business idea you want to bring to life in a classic? Let’s chat, We’d love to help you build it.