Send us your film from New York City

If you’re a film photographer based in New York Gelatin Labs is the place for you!

We process 35mm, 120 (medium format), disposable cameras, and sheet film, as well as the most popular film formats and sizes. 

Our storefront in the East Village offers high-quality developing, scanning, and printing with a quick turnaround! With a variety of additional locations to drop-off your film at your convenience, Gelatin Labs just might be your new favorite film lab.

High-Quality, Fast Local Processing

Come visit our official NYC retail space! With full-service film processing, a curated gallery, and more it’s the one stop shop for all things film photography. Located in the East Village at 37 E 1st St, New York, NY 10003–just a 2 minute walk from the 2nd Ave subway station.

Our New York City storefront has so much to offer:

  • Full-service film processing + scanning + small-size printing, at the same quality you expect. Walk-ins only, in-store checkout available.
  • A rotating gallery wall of select works for sale curated by CSM Art & Frame.
  • Limited-edition framed prints by Gelatin Labs community members.
  • A thoughtfully stocked film shop (35mm + 120).  
  • Small-batch EDC tools + creative objects curated by Doug.
  • A mix of vintage + modern cameras for sale 
  • Events + programming coming soon to connect creatives and analog lovers alike
  • Curated archival printing options made possible by WhiteWall, coming soon

Our doors are open Mon–Fri, 11:00 AM–6:00 PM • Saturday, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Collaborative Drop-Off Locations

We’ve partnered with the best of the best in NYC to offer a variety of drop-off locations for photographers based in New York. These stores all share a commitment to quality and care that our community values above all. Each store has kindly made space for the Gelatin community by serving as a film drop-off location for our customers.

Whether you have film to drop off or you’re just window shopping, these shops are always worth a visit!

Knickerbocker

We’ve teamed up with Knickerbocker, a brand that’s just as passionate about craftsmanship as we are. They’ve kindly made space in their flagship location for a Gelatin Labs drop off!

You can conveniently leave your rolls with the team at Knickerbocker, located at 357 Canal Street, New York, NY 10013. Need the details?

  • Store Hours: Every day, 11 AM – 7 PM
  • Film Pickup Days: Collected every Monday and Thursday (drop off any day)

Their shop alone is worth the visit. Creativity lives at Knickerbocker.

Dashwood

Now you can drop off your film at Dashwood Books!

Based in NoHo, Dashwood Books is NYC’s treasured bookstore devoted entirely to photography and art books. Known for its curated selection of rare, independent, and underground photobooks, it’s a hub for creatives and collectors alike. 

Next time you’re in NoHo, visit Dashwood Books, located at 33 Bond Street, New York, NY 10012.

  • Store Hours: Tues – Sun, 12 PM – 6 PM
  • Film Pickup Days: Collected every Tuesday (drop off any day)

When you drop off at Dashwood, browse their selection of photobooks to get some inspiration for your photography!

Peak Design

We’ve partnered with Peak Design’s NYC Flagship store in SoHo!

We love their straps, bags, and accessories for all of our film gear. If you’re looking to upgrade your camera gear Peak Design has you covered. All of their products are thoughtfully crafted, innovative, and practical. They don’t just make camera gear, they also make top of the line luggage, phone accessories, and more.

Their storefront is located at 241 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10012.

  • Store Hours: Mon – Sat, 11 PM – 7 PM
  • Film Pickup Days: Collected every Monday and Thursday (drop off any day)
Their space is beautifully designed and has all the gear a photographer needs. We highly recommend checking out all they have to offer before your next adventure!

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For the Street Snappers and Nostalgic Dreamers

We know New York photographers love to explore. From the historic charm of the West Village to the gritty beauty of Williamsburg, the city is a playground for analog artists. At Gelatin Labs, we aim to match your passion with expertise you can trust (and a little added convenience).

Whether you’re a first-time shooter or a seasoned snapper, we’ll treat every roll of film with care because, trust us, your shots are worth it.

Stop waiting—mail in your film to Gelatin Labs today and rediscover the joy of analog creativity.

How To Send Your Film Developing Order

Start by configuring your order. Select the services you need for the film you have. Add each configuration to the cart.

Select your Return Shipping options to receive your negatives back and check out. You’ll receive an email with instructions on shipping.

Write your order number down and include it in a package with your film. Use ample packing material or padding to keep your film safe. Ship to the address on our Contact page.

Await your film’s arrival at the lab, and look out for emails that will keep you updated on order status, scans, and shipping. Thanks for using Gelatin Labs!

The Best Way To Develop Film: In Gelatin Labs We Trust

Go back to the pre-digital days, when photography was solely a physical process, from start to finish. You’d purchase your film at a brick-and-mortar shop, load up your camera, and document life without the modern distractions our digital devices bombard us with. A simpler and more magical experience.

Today, we can make a digital scan from your film photos, so you can bridge the gap from analog to digital.

 

Film photography has become a breath of fresh air for artists, professionals, and hobbyists around the world, something everyone should experience in their photographic journey. At some point along the way, you’ll have some rolls ready for developing, and it’s best to leave the process up to a professional film lab like Gelatin. When using Gelatin Labs, you can mail in your film from New York City, safely rely on our turnaround, attention to detail, customer service, and quality of processing. Every roll is treated with care and attention.

About Gelatin Labs

Gelatin Labs is the best mail-in film developing service to ship from New York, known for its top-notch customer service, quality processing, and love for all things film photography. 

We are family-owned and photographer-operated, offering online film development services since 2018. Our community of film photographers is growing every day, with thousands of enthusiasts, professionals and the in-between sending film to Gelatin Labs from across the United States and Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

Before sending film via our mail order film developing service from New York City, there are certain things you should know. To learn more, refer to the FAQ section below.

Gelatin Labs develops:

35mm, 120, Disposable Cameras, sheet film, 110, and other sizes by request.

Color C-41, E-6, ECN-2 and Black and White film.

For most C-41 color-negative films, we process your film in an all-new, state-of-the-art Colenta roller transport machine. With the most pristine color accuracy and archival wash stages, your film is in the best of hands.

For expired film and disposables, we use well-maintained Noritsu V-30 and V-50 film processors.

Black and White is hand-developed using Ilford chemistry.

E-6 Color Positive slide film is developed using our handy dev.a.

ECN-2 film is developed by the fine folks at Kodak Film Lab Atlanta, and scanned by Gelatin.

We use DNP commercial printers to make our amazing dye-sublimation prints.

Send film in a bubble mailer or a secure box via your trusted mail carrier. Use USPS Ground Advantage with tracking, or a faster service. We also have a shipping label available to add to your order.

*DO NOT* use postage stamps, envelopes, or any flimsy package that will easily be tampered with or come undone en route to the lab. Use extra tape where needed to ensure security.

Thanks for using Gelatin Labs! We’re excited to receive your film!

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A GelForm is a thoughtfully crafted balance of temperature and contrast—bundling them into distinct looks that are both intuitive and reliable. Whether you prefer a clean, true-to-film rendering, a punchy high-contrast feel, or something with a bit more warmth or coolness, there’s a GelForm that fits your style.

We’ve created a set of unique formulas (GelForms) that unlock endless possibilities—making your photos more personal and distinctive. These are not presets, but in-scanner adjustments to get the best from your film.

HOW IT WORKS

Choose the GelForm that best fits your style and application – we apply carefully tuned formulas based on contrast and temperature. For specialty GelForms, we can also preserve details like sprockets or the rebate edge.

Each formula is unique and will render a different result. Explore the possibilities of your images by experimenting with each GelForm. (Note: Results may vary from sample images, and depend on the film stock chosen, exposure settings while shooting, and film storage).

SCANNER INFO

Each GelForm is made possible by professional film scanners that evoke different styles. To understand which GelForm relates to each scanner, refer to the table below.

ScannerGelForm
Noritsu HS-1800THE STANDARD, THE HI-C, THE HI-C SPIKED, THE FLAT EARTH, THE NOIR, THE FLAT MOON
Fujifilm Frontier SP-3000THE FRINGE, THE SPACELY
Fujifilm Frontier SP-500THE PALM-AIRE, THE ELIZABETH

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Services

At Gelatin Labs, we can process, digitize, and print your film. Start by selecting from our three service offerings to find the best options for your film.

How do I drop off my film?

1. Place your film order on gelatinlabs.com – select ‘Return Shipping’ at checkout’ to get negatives returned (and prints, if you ordered them).

2. Envelopes for your order are provided over the counter. Write your name and order number, and load film rolls inside.

3. Hand over your envelope to a Knickerbocker team member.

Your film will head to Gelatin Labs every Monday and Thursday!

How do I drop-off my film?

1. Place your film order on gelatinlabs.com – select ‘Ship Negatives’ to get negatives returned (and prints, if you ordered them).

2. Our box is located near the exit of the coffee shop. Take an envelope (or your own ziploc), bag up your film, and write your order number. Your film will head to Gelatin Labs!

How do I drop-off my film?

1. At the front entrance, buzz in to be let inside.

2. The Gelatin drop-off box is directly across from the front desk. Place your order via the QR code on the box. Select ‘Ship Negatives’ to get negatives (and prints, if you ordered them) returned.

3. Take an envelope (or your own ziploc) from the front desk, bag up your film, and write your order number. Your film will head to Gelatin Labs!

Turnaround

FLEXIBLE

For those not on a deadline, we process in the order we receive your film. Estimates are updated to reflect the current average time from “order start” to “order finish”. Flexible estimates are not guaranteed.

Order size and options chosen may affect turnaround time. Lots of film? Expect a longer lead time.

FAST PASS

Jump the developing line and receive your scans as soon as possible. We start your order immediately, and work to get it out the door within one business day. Estimates guaranteed.

Print With Gelatin Labs

Fill out the form below and our team will get back to you via email with a link for you to upload your images.

It’s Time To Get Printing!

Whatever type of work you create, the Gelatin Labs Print Upload will render beautiful, archival prints that will enable you to bring your art off of your screen and into the realm of physical existence. The process is simple: select your print size, upload your images, and pick from three distinct finishes!

8x10 inch

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4x6 inch

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Pushing / Pulling

Mark rolls (+1, +2, +3, -1) according to the options you have selected.

Start Your Film Order

Welcome to Gelatin Labs, your trusted partner for all your film photography needs! We recognize that each photographer has their unique preferences, which is why we are excited to introduce two remarkable options to cater to your individual needs: Simplified and Customized.

Simplified

DEVELOP + SCAN • PRINT

  • Streamlined options for quick checkout
  • Choose the look & feel of your images
  • Less options for an uncomplicated experience

Customized

DEVELOP • SCAN • PRINT

  • Expanded customization for film types, options, services
  • Upgrade to SuperPro hi-res scans
  • More options for the more advanced user

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