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Photo lab rec's in Seattle now that Ivey's is closed.

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Posted by Kosta Koeman on July 30, 2008 at 8:41 PM
For those stuck in the stone age like myself, any recommendations for labs that process transparency film in house (now that Ivey is closed). Also, any recommendations for shipping to labs would also be appreciated.

Thanks!
Kosta

PS. I do have one toe in the digital age with a XT. I'm currently waiting for the 5D replacement towards the end of this year.
Posted by Cliff Dodge on July 30, 2008 at 9:35 PM
Photo dynamics? I use to take my stereo film to them and they processed it there.
Posted by Kosta Koeman on July 30, 2008 at 9:48 PM
Cliff,

Thanks for the reply. Just checked out their website and they don't do LF film (I shoot 4x5).

I'll keep searching! Thanks again!
Kosta
Posted by DKOSIUR on July 31, 2008 at 12:56 AM
I haven't used them myself, but other LF photographers recommend Panda Lab in Seattle.
Posted by Kosta Koeman on July 31, 2008 at 2:18 AM
Thanks Dave! I'll check them out.
Posted by Kosta Koeman on July 31, 2008 at 1:33 PM
Just an update. I just received an email back from Panda Labs saying that they currently do not process 4x5 E-6, but to check back in a couple weeks (they do 135, 120). For those stuck in the dark ages like myself :biggrin:, stay tuned!
Posted by Stefan Guemperlein on July 31, 2008 at 1:49 PM
Have you tried Quick Stop Photo in Portland? They do have a website (google it) but it is not very informative for E6 developing services. Give them a call, very friendly staff, outstanding service and quick turn-around. I use them for my 120 roll films and I'm very pleased with their work. They do mailing orders as well, if you mail your films on a Monday they are back by Thursday/Friday.

Good luck, Stefan
Posted by Phil Knouf on July 31, 2008 at 4:56 PM
I just called Citizen's Photo in Portland. They still do 4x5 E6 and said they intend to keep doing E6. I have used them in the past over a period of five years and never had a complaint regarding their processing. They are in a funky old building at 709 SE 7th. Give them a try.

Phil :toast: :jump:
Posted by Rick Lamb on August 1, 2008 at 12:52 AM
Ya know It was a sad day when Ivey closed its doors. I don't regret going digital but I waxed nostalgic when Ivey closed...
Posted by AJ Montgomery on August 3, 2008 at 1:17 AM
Try Photo Pro Imaging in Gig Harbor . . .
Posted by Jim Jirka on August 4, 2008 at 7:15 PM
they don't do lf