Abstract: The invention relates to a device for taking photographs (1), characterized in comprising a combination of a) an articulated arm (2), with a first end (2-1), for fixing to a stable support (3) and a second free end (2-2), said second end (2-2) being extendable into a photograph-taking position and retractable into a position for waiting to take photographs, b) a device for taking photographs (4), fixed to said articulated arm means (2) at said second end (2-2) of said articulated arm and c) a mounting means (10), for mounting said device for taking photographs (4) on said articulated arm means (2).