How to Process 35 mm Color Film

Taking pictures are a fun and exciting hobby. While using black and white film have a dramatic effect, color film captures all the vibrant colors in our world. However, you may wonder what to do after you have taken the pictures. After you have taken your pictures you must process the film. Follow these steps to process your 35 mm color film.

Instructions

1. Research the different ways you can process 35 mm color film. Thoroughly investigate the different ways to process film. When you have collected all the information, decide which process you will use. Be aware that each process is different and require various things from you.

2. Use a darkroom. Either use a darkroom located in your home or one in an artist studio. There are several steps you have to take when using a dark room. Choose this process if you want to personally develop your film. This process can be fun and something you can learn easily from others and books.

3. Send your film off to be processed. There are different companies that you can send your film off to. Look in your local phone book or find a company on the Internet. Use a company that you can trust and has a good reputation.

4. Take the 35 mm color film to your local store. Most drug stores and discount stores can process your pictures. For many stores your film can be processed in an hour or less. They also offer services where you can send your film off to be processed. This usually takes three to four business days.

5. Enjoy your pictures. After you have processed your 35 mm color film share your pictures with family and friends. Protect your pictures in a photo album or use them in a scrapbook.