TRUE ANALOG PRINTS
Ever since we started, we were fascinated with the idea of being able to create a print that is truly analog, no digital process involved, directly from the negative to the paper.
A new way to experience your images, to explore and re-explore the color of your images through the depth and richness that only traditional photographic processes provide. Our service is designed for both professionals and enthusiasts who value the tangible qualities of film with unparalleled color fidelity and detail.
Consistent RA4 Colors
Like any chemical process, being able to monitor and control your chemistry is key. By meticulously controlling every aspect of the developing process, with weekly control strips, we can fine-tune everything from the temperature to replenishment to ensure that every print will render with its fullest colour range, depth, and tonalities.
Colenta
The precision of the Colenta machine guarantees that the chemistry is always on spot, allowing us to achieve consistent results print after print, specially on a long project. Combined with our every growing experience, we’re committed to getting the best out of every print.
How it works
1.The Frame
The original film is needed to create the print in the darkroom; indicate which frame(s) you’d like to print either with a sticker on the sleeved film or a reference image.
If there are several similar frames, make sure it’s clear which one you like.
2.The Enlarger
With the frame(s) selected, we will go into the darkroom to setup the enlarger and start creating the color of your print.
This is where the magic happens! Also you’d like to know that the printing process for Color has to be completely in the dark, while for B&W prints we can use the red light.
3.The Print
Each print requires several test prints to find the correct density values and color balance.
Also depending on the look we might need to use pre-flash techniques to achieve the look you are aiming for. It’s a lengthy process but it’s key to get the best possible result.
4.Adjusting
Specially for those jobs with multiple prints, once we have the first print done, we will send you a scan so you can confirm everything looks as it’s supposed to.
Our goal is to achieve the maximum consistency on your prints so they can be seen as the same body of work.
Rent-A-Cabin
Do you want to print by yourself? Feel free to book one of our 2 darkrooms available for rent!
Each room is equipped with everything you need to print 35 mm & 120, both in color and black and white!
*If you’d like to print 4×5″ ask us first!
Workshops
Are you looking to get into the darkroom but need some guidance?
Our workshops are tailor-made for that. The goal is to get you from 0 to ready in a 4h session coached by our in-house printer + 4h training on your own cabin afterwards:
Formats
35mm
Anything that shoots 35mm, we can make a print in the darkroom from it! Because we work with pre-cut sheets, the length of the paper determines the max size, and the white border from the edges will be bigger. But we can cut it for you, of course!
120
In medium format, we can print 645, 6×6 and 6×7. Except for 6×6, the other formats fit the paper quite well with minimum cropping.
Order Form
The best way to keep things organized. Print or Download our Order Form PDF
(Issues opening the pdf? Try using the jpg version Order Form JPG)
Order Number – The Order Number your negatives belong to (Usually #5 digit)
Roll – The twin check sticker of the roll you want to print (Usually 4 digits)
Frame – The frame number of the picture you want to print
Size – Final size of the print (Most common: 24 x 30)
Contact Sheet – Just make a ✓ if you’d like to have a contact sheet of the roll
Our favourite method is print & fill it the analogue way and ship it along your negatives to be printed, but sending it by email is best if we have the negatives at the lab already ^_^
PRICES
Printing in the darkroom is a highly manual skill, that’s why every print can take anywhere from 25 to 45 minutes to reach the final result!
All pricing is per print and if you have any question just let us know!
(All prices displayed without VAT)
Color
Contact Sheet (24 x 30)
12 €
24 x 30
30 €
30 x 40
40 €
B&W
Contact Sheet (24 x 30)
15 €
24 x 30
35 €
Scan
600 dpi – TIFF
10 €
1200 dpi – TIFF
15 €
(Dust removal service included)
PAPERS
Color Darkroom printing is a fairly niche market for paper manufacturers, so options are limited. We focus on using the best paper we can reliably offer currently in the market
Color Papers
Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP-II – Glossy
Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP-II – Matt
Black & White Papers
Ilford Multigrade RC Deluxe – Glossy
SHIPPING
TO THE LAB
If we don’t have your negs at the lab already, you can ship it them to us directly! All the Darkroom work is being done at Carmencita Barcelona so it’s best to sent it there directly.
For any questions you can email them directly at:
barcelona@carmencitafilmlab.com
FROM THE LAB
We can ship you print along your negatives wherever you need to! Our shipping rates are the same as when you need to get your negatives back. You can see all the rates at:
