Central Camera Company
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Community darkroom
Chicago Community Darkroom
1130 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
A community darkroom for developing and printing your own film.
Film developing at Chicago Community Darkroom
The things film shooters actually ask before handing over a roll. A blank line means the lab hasn't published it — not that the answer is no. Always confirm before a special trip.
| Developed in-house | Not stated on their site |
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| Returns your negatives | Not stated on their site |
| Scanner | Not stated on their site |
| Turnaround | Not stated on their site |
| Cheapest develop price found | No price published |
What Chicago Community Darkroom offers
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What customers say
Love having CCD as a resource and community in Chicago, really a special thing. Love their staff. Productive sensory deprivation also, what could be better!
What a wonderful experience! I appreciate hands-on photography and opportunity to connect with other creatives.
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