Your Virtual Photobooth.
Candid Archive brings the joy of a real photobooth straight to your browser. Choose from unique handcrafted themes, strike a pose, and download your photo strip — no queue, no coins needed.
Candid Archive was born from a simple idea: photobooths are magical, but they're locked behind arcades and events. This web app recreates that experience virtually — with the same countdown anticipation, the same four-shot strip format, and the same excitement of seeing your photos come out at the end. What makes it special is the theme system: each of the 9 themes isn't just a color filter. It rethinks the entire mood of your strip, from frame borders to overlay textures, giving every session its own personality.
Theme Selection
- Pick from the handcrafted themes — Natural, Noir, Blush, and more
- Each theme transforms the frames, filters, and overlays
- Preview themes live before you shoot
Virtual Photobooth
- Classic 4-shot strip layout just like real photobooths
- Countdown timer between each shot for a natural feel
- Camera preview with real-time theme overlays applied
Download Your Strip
- One-click download of your complete photo strip
- High-quality export with theme styling baked in
- Save directly to your gallery
How It Works
Three simple steps to your perfect photo strip.
Pick a Theme
Browse all 9 themes and select the one that matches your mood.
Strike a Pose
The countdown starts — smile for four shots, just like the real thing.
Download Your Strip
Your themed photo strip is ready. Download it instantly and share.
Tech Stack
Built lean and fast for a smooth, real-time browser experience.
Candid Archive is part of my portfolio to showcase interactive, browser-native experiences. It demonstrates real-time camera integration, canvas rendering, and creative UI design — all without any backend or login required. Open it, pick a theme, and enjoy your very own virtual photobooth.