World Pinhole Photography Day

April 27, Sunday

World Pinhole Photography Day is an international holiday dedicated to the unique and meditative photography technique without lenses — using a pinhole camera. This day is celebrated annually on the last Sunday of April.

What is a pinhole camera?
A pinhole camera is a simple camera without a lens. It uses a tiny hole (pinhole) through which light enters and hits a light-sensitive surface, creating an image. This is one of the oldest image-forming principles, known since the time of Aristotle.

Goals of the holiday
- Promoting alternative photography methods
- Popularizing handcrafted creativity and the slow process of photography
- Returning to the roots of photography
- Inspiring artists and photographers to experiment

How is this day celebrated?
- People create their own pinhole cameras using boxes, cans, or photographic paper
- They take pictures and upload them to the official holiday website
- Workshops and exhibitions are held worldwide
- Photographers share their works on social media with hashtags like #PinholeDay
- Educational institutions hold lessons on the history of photography

Translation to Russian
World Pinhole Photography Day is a celebration of creativity, patience, and visual experimentation. It offers a new perspective on the photography process, teaches how to work without digital technology, and lets one experience the magic of light entering through a tiny hole.

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World Pinhole Photography Day in other years

2022 April 24, Sunday
2023 April 30, Sunday
2024 April 28, Sunday
2026 April 26, Sunday

World Pinhole Photography Day in other countries