Liquid Light Lab — 35mm Film Development
Hand‑processed film, premium scans, simple choices. UK wide service, based in Leamington Spa.
At Liquid Light Lab, there’s no confusing tiers. Every scan is premium, every roll is handled with care. You get the best we can pull from your film — always.
How do I send you my film?
It’s simple.
Package your film securely
write down your order number and put it in the package with your film
with your order number in the package, and post it tracked to:
Liquid Light Lab,
Chandos Business Centre, Suite 17,
87 Warwick Street,
Leamington Spa, CV32 4RJ
We’ll update you, every step of the way.
How long does it take?
Most orders are processed and scanned within 5 days of receiving your film.
What kind of scans will I receive?
Every order includes high-resolution TIFF scans. No confusing tiers — you always get our best quality by default.
C-41 Film Development
Clean, consistent colour with rich detail. Every roll is hand-processed in fresh chemistry, giving you accurate tones and long-lasting negatives.
At Liquid Light Lab, every roll is treated with care, so your photographs arrive looking their best, with the true character of colour negative film preserved.
Black & White Film Development (Pyrogallol)
Developed in rare Pyrogallol for sharp edges, rich texture, and luminous tonal range. Each roll is crafted for permanence and archival stability.
Choosing Liquid Light Lab means your black and white film is developed to the highest standards of both artistry and permanence, producing negatives with distinctive character and premium archival quality.
ECN-2 Film Development
True cinematic results using the same process as motion picture labs. Perfect for Kodak Vision3 and other motion picture stocks like Fuji Eterna, with wide dynamic range and smooth tonal transitions.
Creative Options
Bleach Bypass – A bold, non-standard process for dramatic results. Expect stronger contrast, heavier grain, and muted colour with a cinematic edge. Best for experimental work or when you want striking, high-impact negatives.
C-41 Cross-Processed in ECN-2
A unique look: cinematic colour science blended with classic consumer film. Expect bold shifts, wider latitude, and smoother tones not possible with standard C-41.
Choose development only or add premium high-resolution scans, delivered as TIFFs for maximum flexibility. Push and pull options are available, though we recommend starting with normal development to experience the look as it was designed.
Why Choose Liquid Light Lab
Hand Processed, Every Roll
Your film isn’t run through machines. Each roll is mixed, developed, and checked by hand — the way traditional cinema labs once worked.Premium Scans as Standard
No upsells, no tiers. Every order includes the best scans we can make, for true colour and detail.Rare Chemistry & Craft
From Pyrogallol developers to ECN-2 motion picture chemistry, we use processes few labs offer, chosen for permanence and image character.Trusted Experience
With decades of shooting and developing film on the team — from Hollywood names to local creatives — you get the same care whether you’re a professional or sending your first roll.
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After ordering, pack your 35mm roll securely (leave it in the canister for light tightness and protection if you can). Include your order number inside the package. Post it to our address:
Liquid Light Lab,
Chandos Business Centre,
Suite 17,
87 Warwick Street,
Leamington Spa, CV32 4RJ -
Most orders are developed, scanned, and ready within 5 days of arrival. You’ll get a download link for your scans as soon as they clear QC, and your negatives are returned by tracked post. Our turnaround can vary as we are dedicated to all orders receive the same high level of processing.
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All scans are premium by default. You’ll get high-resolution 16-bit TIFFs for editing or archiving.
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Yes. Just add the push/pull option when you place your order. We can adjust up to two stops in either direction. Please remember to put your order number in your film package so that we can track your instructions.
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We develop black & white, colour C-41, and Kodak Vision3 cinema stocks (ECN-2). If you’re unsure what you have, just message us before sending.
We are currently a 35mm focused lab. Medium and Large Format options are not yet available, and will be coming soon. Sign up to our newsletter for announcements.We don’t offer E6 processing at this time, however we plan to in the future.
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Check the film canister or box: it will usually say “B&W,” “C-41,” or “ECN-2 / Vision3.” If it’s expired or the label isn’t clear, send us a photo before posting — we’ll confirm which process it needs.
