• Zine #01 – My Secret Place

    Zine #01 – My Secret Place

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    Fototeka #01 – My Secret Place is the first printed zine shaped by our analog community. It gathers photographs and texts submitted by people who find meaning in quiet spaces, familiar streets, distant memories and everyday rituals. Each contribution opens a small window into someone’s world — sincere, personal and rooted in film.

  • Exploring the Forgotten – Fototeka x Reptilianul Photowalk #3

    Exploring the Forgotten – Fototeka x Reptilianul Photowalk #3

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    This weekend, we gathered for the third Fototeka x Reptilianul photowalk, once again stepping into one of Bucharest’s hidden, abandoned corners. Even though the location was familiar, every visit reveals something different — new textures, forgotten objects, fresh angles, and of course, new people joining the adventure.

  • Contest: My Secret Place

    Contest: My Secret Place

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    We all have that one special place—a hidden corner, a cherished memory, a fleeting moment that stays with us. Now is your chance to capture it on film and share it with us in Fototeka’s newest analog photography contest.

  • Exploring an Abandoned School – Fototeka x Reptilianul Photowalk #2

    Exploring an Abandoned School – Fototeka x Reptilianul Photowalk #2

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    We launched into spring with the second Fototeka x Reptilianul photowalk, taking over a forgotten landmark in the heart of Bucharest—a former Catholic girls’ school with decades of stories carved into its walls. The empty halls were lined with bare shelves, each room anchored by a different ceramic stove.

  • PHOTOWALK #02: URBEX

    PHOTOWALK #02: URBEX

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    We are thrilled to announce the second photowalk organized by Fototeka in collaboration with Reptilianul, a renowned urban explorer. Save the date for March 1st, as we take a trip to explore an abandoned building in the heart of Bucharest, once a school and library, with a fascinating history that will inspire your photographic creativity.

  • Analog Movie Cameras: A Vintage Wave Gaining Momentum

    Analog Movie Cameras: A Vintage Wave Gaining Momentum

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    There is something undeniably fascinating about seeing the world through the viewfinder of an analog movie camera. The frames aren’t just images; they are vibrant moments, full of texture, with that unmistakable magic of film.

  • Through the Lens #04 with JONATHAN

    Through the Lens #04 with JONATHAN

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    In this fourth edition, we’re excited to introduce Jonathan, a film photography enthusiast who found the perfect Olympus 35 SP at Fototeka. He’s inspired by the artful process of shooting on film, Donnie Darko, and Modest Mouse’s Broke.

  • Photo Camera Fair @ CdRF

    Photo Camera Fair @ CdRF

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    On Saturday, November 30th, Fototeka joined the Photo Camera Fair organized by CdRF (Center for Photography Resources) at their exhibition space in Popa Tatu 68. The event brought together a community of photography lovers, all eager to explore a variety of film cameras, accessories, and gear. Fototeka was excited to be part of the action,…

  • Through the Lens #03 with ISABELA

    Through the Lens #03 with ISABELA

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    In this third edition, we’re excited to introduce Isabela, co-founder of Fototeka and a visual poet inspired by rural life, forgotten places, and magical myths. Isabela ventures beyond the busy cities, seeking stillness and space for introspection. Her current companion? The Pentax Espio Mini, carefully selected from Fototeka’s collection.

  • Through the Lens #02 with ALEX IACOB

    Through the Lens #02 with ALEX IACOB

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    In this edition, we’re excited to feature Alex Iacob/Reptilianul.ro, an urban and rural explorer who captures the essence of his surroundings through film. Alex discusses the significance of film photography in his life, his choice of the Pentax SP 1000, and the inspirations that drive his artistic vision.