Photo Studio, Vintage Photobooth & Rental
Photo Studio, Vintage Photobooth & Rental
A little bit of nostalgia, a whole lot of character.
Muikku brings back the charm of analog-style photography with a twist of modern design and storytelling. Whether you’re stepping into our photo booth, joining a themed shoot, or turning old memories into art - Muikku is here to capture the beautiful, the awkward, and everything in between.
Our services
Muikku Photo Studio is a warm and aesthetically curated photography space where you can capture yourself just as you are – alone, with a friend, or even with your pet. We offer timeless, high-quality portraits that become lasting memories. You can also turn your own shots into posters and other unique photo products.
Timeless portraits, with personality.
Muikku Photo Studio
Muikku Photobooth is a modern take on the vintage photo booth. Step inside, hit the start button, and take three stylish, retro-toned photos – printed instantly in your hands! Perfect for a little everyday joy, a date, a moment with a friend, or a one-of-a-kind souvenir.
Photos that don’t disappear.
Muikku Photobooth
Want to add a photo booth to your celebration? Our vintage photobooth is available for weddings, company events, fairs, and more. We provide the full experience as a service – we handle the tech, you enjoy the moment.
A photobooth experience for your event.
Muikku Rental
How it all began
“A brief moment inside a closed booth. A flash of light. The quiet hum of the machine before the photo drops into your hand, still warm.
That feeling when you don’t quite know what you’ll look like and that uncertainty makes the moment feel even more real.
Muikku was born out of a love for photography that isn’t too polished, a little rough around the edges, but always genuine. It’s an homage to the past and a nod to the future: a way to pause time before it slips away.
Analog photo booths are a fading tradition. Only a few hundred remain in the world. That’s why, at Muikku, we want to carry this beautiful legacy forward, combining modern technology with a retro soul.”
— Venla Välimaa, Founder
First modern photobooth “Fotomaton”. Anatol Marco Josepho, 1925.
What do we believe in?
We believe in photos that you can feel.
The ones without a filter for perfection, but filled with emotion, atmosphere, and story.
We believe in moments that last.
A photograph isn’t just an image, it’s a memory you can take with you.
We believe beauty lives in the details.
In the texture of paper, the direction of light, the glance before the flash.
We believe in responsible visuality.
Muikku turns retro vibes into something timeless, without unnecessary consumption.
We believe photography is for everyone.
And it doesn’t have to be serious! Sometimes the best shots happen when you don’t try too hard.
We believe in nostalgia, laughter, and shared moments.
This isn’t just a studio. Muikku is a small time machine that takes you somewhere familiar and meaningful.
Meet Muikku’s Founder
Where did the idea for Muikku come from?
It was born in Berlin and Paris, in old analog photo booths. I fell in love with the moment before the flash, that split second when you can’t know how the picture will turn out. I wanted to bring that feeling back to Finland.
What makes Muikku unique?
We don’t create perfect photos, we create real ones. Muikku is like a time capsule; a mix of rough edges, nostalgia, and joy.
What do you hope people experience when they step into the booth?
That they laugh, get surprised, and see themselves in a new way. That the photo feels real, not just looks real.
Venla Välimaa – the Heart and Eye of Muikku
Venla is the founder, photographer, and aesthetic soul behind Muikku Photo — the mind where images, concepts, and visions come to life. She’s been taking photos her whole life and has dreamed of her own studio for as long as she can remember. Before founding Muikku, Venla worked as a communications specialist and digital designer.
At Muikku, Venla is responsible for photography, brand, and atmosphere — making sure every client gets to experience a moment that feels personal and unforgettable.
Special skill: Hunting for nostalgic vibes
Favorite shoot: Awkward 2000s couple portraits & the Muikku Edit
Inspiration: Creative people who follow their own path
What’s a typical day like for you?
Morning coffee and emails, photo shoots during the day, editing in the evening. Sometimes I am fixing technical issues with the booth, sometimes I design posters - no two days are ever the same.
What does nostalgia mean to you?
For me, nostalgia is a way to pause. It’s not just longing for the past, but a way to see the beauty in what has been and what has happened.
What’s your proudest achievement?
Getting people to believe that waiting inside a small wooden booth can actually feel exciting.
Who supports you behind the scenes?
Even though the idea is mine, I have two amazing business partners who make everything possible. They may stay behind the curtain, but they’re absolutely essential.
What do you consider your greatest success?
Turning a dream into something real and the fact that the very first photo booth actually works.
If you had a slogan, what would it be?
Give it your all, but never give up.
