The Pinhole – Build, Shoot & Develop with Carmine Covino

Ever wondered how a camera truly works—without lenses, viewfinders, or tech?

This is your chance to go back to the roots of photography and experience the magic of light and time.

In this hands-on workshop with Italian photographer Carmine Covino, you’ll build your own functioning pinhole camera using simple materials like a cardboard box, black paint, and a tiny hole. But that’s just the beginning.

Together, we’ll explore:

• 📦 How to construct a working pinhole camera from scratch
• 🔦 The science and poetry of light exposure without a lens
• 📸 How to compose and shoot analog photographs using your new camera
• 🧪 How to develop your negatives in the darkroom right after your shoot

You’ll leave with your handmade camera, your first analog images, and a deeper understanding of how photography begins—with nothing but light and time.

• All materials to build your camera (box, paint, paper, tools)
• B&W photographic paper for negatives
• Full access to the darkroom and chemistry
• Shooting time outdoors
• One-on-one guidance from Carmine Covino
• Tea, coffee, and inspiration

This workshop is perfect for:

• Beginners who want to learn photography through play
• Experienced photographers curious about the foundations
• Artists and educators exploring DIY photographic processes
• Anyone who loves light, shadow, and surprises

No prior photography knowledge is required—just bring your curiosity.

Carmine Covino is a Naples-born analog photographer known for his deep, shadowy prints and DIY approach to image-making. His pinhole methods reflect a raw, tactile connection to the medium, combining simplicity, intuition, and precision. With more than 14 years of darkroom experience, he brings the soul of analog to life in every workshop.

Host or Publisher Emiliano Vittoriosi