The Pinhole – Build, Shoot & Develop with Carmine Covino

Build your own pinhole camera from scratch and use it to shoot and develop your very first images—all in one immersive session.

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.

🔧What’s Included:

• 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

👤Who’s it for?

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.

🧑‍🎨 About the Instructor:

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.