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C-41 film developing workshop

C-41 film developing workshop

£85.00
£85.00
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  • A roll of 35mm C-41 colour negative film to be shot before attending the workshop.
  • High-res scans and fully archived negatives.
  • Full staff support during the entire process of retrieving, and processing your roll of film.

Location

Hosted within SeeSaw, our community darkroom sits right at the heart of Manchester city centre. It’s a short walk from either Oxford Road or Manchester Piccadilly train station, making it simple to reach and easy to fit into a day of creating, experimenting, and printing.

Studio 103, SEESAW
86 Princess Street
Manchester

M1 6NG

Gifting

A darkroom workshop makes a thoughtful gift for anyone curious about film photography. We keep the process simple and flexible, so it feels easy from the moment you book to the day they step into the darkroom.

Select ‘choose date later’ to give them complete freedom. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to download a printable gift certificate.

Not sure which workshop fits best? Take our quick quiz to match their experience level with the right session or course in just a few minutes.

    This workshop can be purchased as part of a bundle, which groups multiple lessons into a single package. Bundled workshops offer a more in-depth learning experience spread over multiple dates and provide better value compared to booking each one separately.

    Introduction to colour darkroom bundle
    This workshop bundle covers C41 colour film developing and RA4 colour darkroom printing. You'll learn how to process your own colour negatives and then return to print them by hand - ideal for anyone ready to explore colour workflows in the darkroom.
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This workshop provides everything you need to explore the art of hand developing your C-41 colour negative film.

You receive a roll of 35mm film to shoot at your own pace before returning to our community darkroom where our experienced staff will guide you through the entire film development process.

At the end of the workshop, you'll not only leave with newfound skills, collection of developed negatives and high-res scans, but also with a deeper appreciation for the art and heritage of colour film photography.

Roll of film included

We send out a roll of film to shoot before your workshop date, and all chemistry and consumables are provided during the workshop

The process, step by step

  • 1. Receive your film and shoot at your own pace

    You’ll receive a roll of colour film to use in your own time. Take it out into the world, experiment, and create images without rushing toward a deadline. Once your film is finished, you’ll book a developing session that fits your schedule and bring your exposed roll into the darkroom.

  • 2. Develop your film, by hand, in the darkroom

    In the darkroom, you’ll develop your film from start to finish with guidance at every step. You’ll load the film in complete darkness, mix and use chemistry, and follow the full C-41 process using professional-grade equipment. The focus is on understanding what’s happening, not just following instructions.

  • 3. Scan and view your finished images

    After developing, you’ll scan your negatives and see your images as final positives for the first time. We’ll look at how exposure and development choices show up in the finished files, and how to prepare your scans for sharing, archiving, or printing later on.
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Available as a gift box

Colour film developing can seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Our new C41 gift box makes it approachable and enjoyable — combining tools, materials, and guidance in one place. It’s perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a hands-on creative project.

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Darkroom location

Hosted within SeeSaw, our community darkroom sits right at the heart of Manchester city centre. It’s a short walk from either Oxford Road or Manchester Piccadilly train station, making it simple to reach and easy to fit into a day of creating, experimenting, and printing.

Still have questions?

If you have any questions about our workshops, membership scheme or the facilities available in our community darkroom, please don't hesitate to get in touch.