Film Processing
Black & White Film Processing
True black & white film processing with each type of film processed to its proper specifications. We make prints from 35mm, 120, and 220 film formats and inspect each frame to ensure that the print or scan from your negative is the best it can be.
If you purchase digital scans, they will be uploaded to a personal gallery in your account, where you can download the images or order prints.
How it Works
Send In or Drop Off Your Film
Mail it in or drop it off—we accept 35mm, 120, and 110 film in color, black & white, or E-6.
We Develop, Scan, & Print
Your film is processed with care, scanned to digital files, and prepared for delivery or pick-up. You can also choose to receive prints and/or your returned negatives.
Get Your Images
You’ll get an email when your scans are ready—view them in your online account. Then pick up your negatives and prints in person or have them shipped right to your door.
How to Get Your Film to Us
Option 1: In-Person Drop-Off
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Visit Our Location
Bring your film and hand us your rolls. Let us know what services you’d like—no need to fill out a form, we’ll take care of that for you in-store. -
Pickup or Delivery
You’ll receive an email when your order is ready. Choose in-store pickup or have your negatives mailed back to you.
Option 2: Mail-In
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Choose Your Services
Visit our website or call us to select your film type (35mm, 120, disposable, etc.) and your desired services (develop only, scans, prints, push/pull, etc.). -
Package Your Film
Securely place your film in a bubble mailer or box, and include a note with your contact info and online order number. -
Ship It To Us
National Photo
1404 Reisterstown Rd | Suite B
Pikesville, Maryland 21208 -
Wait for Processing
Typical turnaround: 1–2 days once received.
You’ll receive scans uploaded directly to your account or via email (if selected), and your negatives/prints by mail.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can you develop old or expired film?
Yes! Expired film can still be developed, and sometimes it creates beautiful, unpredictable results—like color shifts, grain, or fogging. That said, how well it turns out depends on how the film was stored and how old it is. If you're unsure, send it in. We’re always happy to scan whatever we can get from the roll.
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What kinds of film do you accept?
We process 35mm, 120, and 110 film in color (C-41), black & white, and E-6 slide film. Just shoot, drop off or send, and we’ll take care of the rest.
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Can I get my negatives back?
Yes — your negatives are always handled with care. You may choose to pick them up within 30 days of processing or have them shipped back to you. At the time you place your order, please select whether you’d like your negatives returned or discarded after scanning. We offer several handling options for returned film, including cut and sleeved, uncut in the original canister, continuous sleeving, and archival sleeving.
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What happens if my roll is blank or has another issue?
f your roll comes back blank, we’ll let you know right away. Because film development requires chemistry, time, and labor, the processing fee is non-refundable. Please note that we do not issue refunds for scanning of blank rolls or for blank rolls discovered after processing. However, we’re happy to provide in-store credit toward a future order for any rolls that cannot be scanned due to being completely blank. If there’s another issue with your film, we’ll contact you to discuss the best solution.
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Why would my roll turn out blank?
Common causes of blank rolls include:
- Expired or damaged film
- Underexposure (especially in low light without flash)
- Film loading issues
- Camera malfunctions (e.g. sticky shutter, film advance problems, flash sync issues)
- Severe light leaks
- Shooting in low light with a single-use camera without firing the flash
