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Cameras at Born in Film Exhibit
Developing at StratoBOX Studios Lab
A collection of cameras at StratoBOX Studios Gallery
A collection of photography books at StratoBOX Studios Gallery
Polaroid Lab on display at StratoBOX Studios
A developing workshop at StratoBOX Studios
Medium Format cameras on display at StratoBOX Studios Gallery
A 1940s Graflex Speed Graphic on display at StratoBOX Studios
Born in Film's first exhibit at Riverside Studios
Guests with Franz Lopez at Born in Film's first exhibit at Riverside Studios Makati
A collection of cameras at Born in Film's first exhibit
Franz Lopez' best 100 best works on display at Born in Film's first exhibit
Guests at Born in Film's first exhibit
Guests look on as Born in Film's first exhibit begins
Franz Lopez' 1940s Grafex Speed Graphic camera
A collection of Franz Lopez' first video recording equipment
A guest being photographed by Franz Lopez at Born in Film's first exhibit
Franz Lopez along with other guests at Born in Film's first exhibit
Displayed poster at Born in Film's first exhibit
A collection of Polaroid  at Born in Film's first exhibit
Bhong Odal, together with MG Naanod part of the Born in Film team
A display of Bhong Odal's works at Overexposed event
A collection of cameras at  A display of Bhong Odal's works at Overexposed event
Franz Lopez conducts the Visual Storytelling workshop  A display of Bhong Odal's works at Overexpose
Workshop attendees  A display of Bhong Odal's works at Overexposed event
Franz Lopez with a Guest at Born in Film's first exhibit
A collection of Franz Lopez' materials for graphic design at Born in Film's first exhibit
Guests at Born in Film's first exhibit
Team members along with participants at a Born in Film event
Participants at a Born in Film event
Born in Film attends the unveiling of the Lomography wall in Intramuros, Manila
The Lomography wall displayed in Intramuros, Manila
A look at the Lomowall in Intramuros, Manila
The Lomowall in Intramuros, Manila
The Lomowall in Intramuros, Manila
Poster displayed outside R.O.X in BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Behind the scenes at R.O.X in BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Behind the scenes R.O.X in BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Behind the scenes R.O.X in BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Behind the scenes R.O.X in BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Behind the Scenes R.O.X in BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Polaroid personnel prepares for the Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Participants in R.O.X, BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Participants in R.O.X, BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Participants in R.O.X, BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Participants in R.O.X, BGC for Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
Polaroids at Born in Film and Polaroid's film photography workshop
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A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

When people talk about photography groups, they usually think about numbers or posts.

But for us, it’s always been deeper than that.

 

That’s why the return of World Photowalk 2026 feels important. It brings everything back to what really matters. Not just taking photos, but understanding why we create.

 

Shoot With Purpose reminds us that every frame has intent. Walk the Talk pushes us to actually go out, apply it, and experience it.

 

That’s what excites me. It’s not just a comeback. It’s a reset on how we see, create, and tell stories with meaning.

FRANZ LOPEZ

FOUNDER AND CEO, 

BORN IN FILM ORGANIZATION INC.

 

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A participant signs a poster during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Photographers taking pictures in Binondo during a Born in Film Photowalk event
The Gathering II official poster
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
The Gathering II poster
Participants during a photowalk
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants of a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants being interviewed by Franz Lopez during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participant using the QR code info during a walk at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes of a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants walking the roads of Binondo during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants during a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant reloading a film camera
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant signing the Gathering II poster
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
A photographer during a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant at during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant being wrapped with a wrist band for the the event
Participants during a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participants taking a photo at a a Born in Film Photowalk event
Born in Film stickers at a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant taking a photo at a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant signing the Gathering II poster
Participants during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants signing the Gathering II poster
A participant during a photowalk
A participant wraps wrist with an event Tyvek
A participant registering during a Born in Film Photowalk event
A participant taking photos during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes during the Gathering II
Behind the scenes during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants walking the streets of Binondo, Manila
Behind the scenes at a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes at the Gathering II
Walk leaders during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants walking during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Behind the scenes during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Team members during a Born in Film Photowalk event
Participants at the Gathering II in Binondo, Manila
Participants at a Born in Film Photowalk event
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From Process to Purpose

May 23-24, 2026 | Intramuros, Manila, Philippines

World Photowalk 2026 is positioned as more than an event. It represents a clear philosophy that photography should be practiced as a complete process, where learning, shooting, and shaping stories are equally important parts of the experience

What is World Photowalk?

  • A global photography movement

  • Rooted in storytelling and community

  • Now entering its next chapter

What to Expect?

  • A two-day immersive photography experience

  • Designed around the full creative process of photography

  • Set inside the historic walled city

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The choice of Intramuros, the historic walled city, reflects Manila's colonial roots, with sites like Fort Santiago and Manila Cathedral linked to José Rizal. It is also believed that photography in Manila began here in the 19th century, making it a fitting origin for visual storytelling within the country's cultural center.

DAY 1: May 23

Day Photowalk

Participants will go through workshops followed by an afternoon photowalk, allowing them to apply what they learned in daylight conditions and build a strong foundation in storytelling and composition.

DAY 2: May 24

Night Photowalk

Participants will attend the same workshops but experience a different environment through a night photowalk, exploring golden hour, low light, and more dynamic storytelling scenarios.

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Special Feature

The Manila International Photo Festival Pop-Up is a special showcase that brings together international, local, and renowned photographers in one space, highlighting diverse perspectives in visual storytelling. It serves as an introduction to a larger vision for the festival, featuring curated works alongside PhotoNation VR, our latest immersive technology that allows audiences to experience photography in a more interactive and forward-looking way.

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Software and Hardware Support

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Introducing our community printing service

built by the members, for the members!

 

On Demand

Printing

Service

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PHOTOCON 2021 SPECIAL MERCH

 

All Photonation members get exclusive freebies! Join us on Facebook now!

 

All Major Credit Cards, and online banking accepted

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