Send us your film from New York City
No matter where you live, ship your photographic film to Gelatin Labs for developing, scanning, and
printing.
We can process 35mm, 120 (medium format), disposable cameras, and sheet film, as well as
the most popular film formats and sizes. Our simplified film-developing service is beneficial
for individuals who do not have access to a local film lab in New York, and enjoy receiving their
scans digitally.
Place your order on our website, pack up your film, and then we handle the rest. If
you opt to receive your negatives and prints back, we’ll ship them out to you after your scans have
been sent. We provide various services like mail-in film development, scanning and printing.
Drop-Off at Knickerbocker
For our New York City friends, 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: Monday through Thursday (drop off any day)
Their shop alone is worth the visit. Creativity lives at Knickerbocker.
Drop-Off at 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!
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Beyond the City Limits—Mail-in Made Easy
Can’t make it down to Canal Street? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Our lab, based in Maplewood, NJ (just 40 minutes from NYC), can handle all your developing, scanning, and printing needs via mail!
Here’s how it works:
- Visit our website and place your order for processing.
- Pack up your film—whether it’s 35mm, 120, disposable cameras, or sheet film. We’re pros with all the popular formats.
- Mail it to us. That’s it. We’ll develop, scan, and send your high-quality digital images straight to your email. Want prints or negatives back? We ship those out too.
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.
