The Darkroom
San Clemente (CA), USA
Founded 1976; mail-in only despite physical address; built their own iOS/Android scan-viewing app. Owner: Keith Swan.
“film developing with three scan options: standard, enhanced, & super scans ... Film Developing Only service listed”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
“Almost anything, including C-41, E-6 Slide Film and Black & White processes. ... We can also do all types of black & white infrared and E-6 slide infrared films.”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
“35mm / 120/220/620 / Sheet Film / 110/126/Advantix ... Yes, we can develop, scan and optionally print your 1/2 frame 35mm rolls.”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
“You will also need let us know how much you push or pull your film so when we develop your film so we can change the developing time to compensate.”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
“Download the order form and prepaid mailing label / Request mailer packet ... Local drop off at our San Clemente, CA lab”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
“Film Developing, Scanning & Printing – Most orders are produced in 2-4 days. ... Negatives/Slides – Prints and scans from previously developed film typically take 10-14 days.”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
“as low as $14”
thedarkroom.com · checked 3 Jun 2026 · archived copy
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