Black-and-white darkroom printing

Analog black-and-white prints made by hand in trays in the darkroom, exclusively on Ilford Multigrade FB Classic Glossy paper. Since 1982, for photographers, museums and collections.

The Idolo Lab darkroom: enlarger and developing trays

Papers and sizes

We print on Ilford Multigrade FB Classic Glossy, a fiber-base paper, in 24x30, 30x40 and 50x60 cm. The maximum size is 50x60 cm. For contact sheets we use Ilford Multigrade IV RC De Luxe Glossy paper.

How we work

Every print is made in agreement with the photographer: proofs, choice of contrast, dodging and burning, all the interventions of fine printing, followed by the final print.

Washing, drying, flattening

We archivally wash, dry on screens in a humidity-controlled environment and finally flatten the prints with a special method, so they are delivered flat and ready for framing or archiving.

Turnaround

About 10 days for a series of 10 to 20 prints, by arrangement with the client. Prices are quoted by phone.

At a glance

  • Ilford Multigrade FB Classic Glossy
  • 24x30, 30x40 and 50x60 cm
  • Proofs and fine printing
  • Archival washing and flattening

Typical uses

  • Exhibitions and portfolios
  • Museums and collections
  • Archival prints

Examples of our work

Robert McCabe, Voula Papaioannou

See also

Color editing, Film developing, Negative and slide scanning, Fine art inkjet prints

Contact

mobile 6947 849361, tel. 210 8645024, idololabicloud.com