Safelight
A safelight is a type of lighting fixture used to provide working light in photographic darkrooms. It is a light source emitting light in an area of the spectrum that does not affect the light sensitive materials for which it is designed.
Darkroom
Darkroom Timers Buying Guide
If you are in the market for a new darkroom printing timer you’ve come to the right place. With the current resurgence of interest in all things analog, there is …
Darkroom Is Possibe: Ventilation
Welcome to the newest episode of our blockbuster series Darkroom Is Possible! In it we investigate the different aspects of successfully equipping and running a home darkroom. In this instalment, …
Blotter book
What is a blotter book? A blotter book, also called a print or photo drying book, is a traditional darkroom printing tool. No clever naming here, a blotter book is …
Resin Coated vs Fiber Based Photographic Paper
So, you’ve embarked on an exciting darkroom printing journey, but you’re faced with a tough decision right at the checkout of your supplies order. Do you choose resin coated (RC) …
Print tongs
What are print tongs? Print tongs are a tool used for handling photographic paper while processing. As essential darkroom printing accessories, print tongs reduce or eliminate contact between skin and …
Photography loupe
What is a photography loupe? A photography loupe, also called negative magnifier or film loupe, is used to inspect processed film or prints. It’s a single or multiple element magnifier …
Darkroom Paper Safe
What is a darkroom paper safe? A paper safe is an accessory used in photographic darkroom printing. It’s main purpose is to store and provide easy access to enlarging paper …
Film Leader Retriever
What is a film leader retriever? A film leader retriever, also called film picker or extractor is a film processing tool. It is used to retrieve the end of a …