Foto Walk by Foto App: making social media… social

24 July 2025

New from photo-sharing app Foto, Foto Walk:

A Foto Walk is a casual, inclusive gathering of photographers who meet up to walk, shoot, and connect in real life. There are no rules, no competitions, and no pressure — just people who love photography coming together to explore their local area with fresh eyes.

Walks can be small or large, quiet or social, digital or analog — everyone is welcome. Whether you’re shooting film, phone, or digital, Foto Walks are about slowing down, being present, and building community through shared creative energy.

Imagine that, a socials app facilitating in person socialising, instead of binding members to screens and algorithms. Otherwise, what a great idea.

Anyone who wishes to can register to become a walk host in their area, organise gatherings, then get together for a few hours of photo-taking with local Foto members.

I joined Foto a few weeks ago, and this news arrived by newsletter on Monday. They have a quite a bit in the pipeline at the moment, and are certainly positioning themselves as a serious alternative to certain of the other photo-sharing apps around.