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Silver Darkroom

About:

Designed by working photographers, the Silver Darkroom is well ventilated, spacious and a pleasure to work in. Our darkroom is equipped with everything you need to make silver prints and develop film. You can produce prints from 35mm up to 5x7 negatives and process film from 35mm to 8x10.

If you are just getting started or learning a new process, you can schedule a one-on-one tutoring session with our knowledgeable and supportive staff or schedule a one-on-one workshop.

Equipment List:

Besler 8x10 cold head enlarger (B&W) - 35mm - 8x10

Beseler 45MXII condenser enlarger (B&W) - 35mm - 4x5

Poly-Contrast filters, Magna Sight grain focusers, and digital and analog timers

Adjustable 4-blade Easels 5x7 up to 16x20

Trays up to 30x40

Light table

Paper Cutter up to 25"

Dry Mount Press

Contact Frames

Sprint Systems Chemistry for B&W film and paper processing

High volume ventilation and darkroom sink 8 ft x 3 ft.

Archival print washer, tongs, thermometers, etc.

Print drying rack with screens up to 20x24

Paterson tanks & reels for developing 35mm up to 4x5”

Jobo CPP-2 with lift for B&W and Color film processing - 35mm, 120, 4x5, 5x7, 8x10

Darkroom Rental

If you are planning to attend a retreat or residency, darkroom rental is already included. See retreat rates here. If you live locally and want to rent the darkroom, please contact us or call 828-450-7445 to schedule a darkroom session.