This history-defining book is the first of its kind, providing comprehensive and artistic documentation on the history of photography in Guatemala. Its composition holds two principal parts: first is the chronological review of emerging photography dating back from 19th century Europe to Guatemala's contemporary era. The second, composed of thematic chapters, provides a better context for understanding the historical development of photography as a practice of art in our country.

The book is carefully divided into a separate chapter through the curation of a diverse roster of the most prestigious academics and scholars of art in Guatemala. Finalized, the book offers one of the most generous accounts of Guatemalan images and photographs.

With this documentation, La Fototeca seeks to be an acknowledged source for national bibliographical heritage. Additionally, it is desiring to recognize, value, and investigate the work realized by so many Guatemalas utilizing photography as an artistic medium.