Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted San Francisco Photo Lab for Custom Printing
Dickerman Prints has been San Francisco's premier photo lab since 1996, dedicated to providing world-class photographic services to artists, professionals, and hobbyists. Our expert team combines decades of traditional darkroom experience with cutting-edge digital technology to deliver museum-quality prints on fine art paper or canvas. We specialize in custom C-prints, archival pigment prints, film processing, and retouching, serving clients ranging from renowned photographers to local Bay Area artists. Our state-of-the-art Polielettronica LaserLab ensures unparalleled precision in silver-halide printing, while our DIY workstations empower clients to create personalized prints with professional guidance. With a commitment to community engagement, we host workshops, exhibitions, and artist-in-residence programs that celebrate photographic artistry.Our staff's extensive industry experience, including teaching roles at UC Berkeley and Pittsburgh Filmmakers, ensures every client receives expert consultation and technical mastery. We maintain strict quality control through calibrated chemistry and hand-optimized printing processes that bring out the full potential of every image. From large-format prints up to 64 inches wide to delicate photo restoration, our services cater to both traditional and contemporary photographic needs. Our Dolores Park location operates by appointment, offering personalized service in a light-filled workspace equipped with organic espresso and tea amenities. With over 25 years of local operation, we continue to evolve while maintaining our founding commitment to photographic excellence.
Services
Photo Printing
Film Processing
Hi-Res Scanning
Photo Retouching
Printing Workshops
Archival Pigment Prints
Canvas Wraps
DIY C-Prints
Gallery Exhibitions
Artist Residencies
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in photographic printing since 1978 with founder Seth Dickerman's extensive industry experience
- Our Polielettronica LaserLab uses precision-calibrated chemistry for unmatched silver-halide prints
- Expert staff provides personalized color correction and image optimization services
- We serve both established photographers and emerging artists with equal dedication
- Our community partnerships include SF Camerawork and First Exposures programs
What people say
Highest quality available
Customer service is top notch
Best I've seen
Expertise and patience
Perfect results
Services
Photo Printing
Our custom photo printing service combines traditional darkroom expertise with digital technology to produce museum-quality prints. We offer both archival pigment prints on fine art paper and silver-halide C-prints using our state-of-the-art Polielettronica LaserLab. Our expert staff hand-optimizes each print for color accuracy, contrast, and detail, ensuring professional results for photographers and artists at all levels.
Film Processing
We provide professional film processing using fresh chemistry in small-batch development. Our lab handles both color and black-and-white film with precise temperature control and agitation techniques. The service includes scanning negatives for digital access while maintaining the integrity of traditional film processing methods preferred by professional photographers and film enthusiasts.
Hi-Res Scanning
Our high-resolution scanning service digitizes physical photos, film negatives, and transparencies with exceptional detail retention. We use calibrated equipment to capture maximum image information while preserving tonal ranges. This service includes basic digital restoration and file preparation for both archival purposes and professional printing applications.
Photo Retouching
Our expert retouching service transforms digital images through color correction, contrast adjustment, and digital restoration. The team handles complex edits including dust removal, scratch repair, and tonal balancing while maintaining photographic authenticity. This service caters to both modern digital files and scans of traditional media.
Printing Workshops
Led by master printer Seth Dickerman, our workshops teach digital photographic printing techniques to all skill levels. Participants learn color management, printer calibration, and advanced image optimization in a hands-on environment. The courses combine traditional darkroom principles with modern digital workflow practices for comprehensive printing education.
People
Seth Dickerman
Owner and Artist
Professional printer since 1978 with extensive teaching experience at UC Berkeley and Pittsburgh Filmmakers. Represented by Kopeikin Gallery, Seth combines traditional darkroom expertise with digital innovation as the lab's owner and master printer.
Garnell Boyd
Master Printer
Started photography career in the U.S. Navy in 1979, bringing decades of experience to the lab. Specializes in traditional darkroom techniques while adapting to modern digital workflows, ensuring exceptional print quality for professional photographers and artists.
Greg Goodman
Marketing Director
Manages marketing operations from Santa Cruz while running a web design agency. Combines global photographic experience with digital marketing expertise to promote the lab's services and community initiatives.
Gabriel Aguilar
Lab Specialist
Versatile team member known as 'lab celebrity' for technical expertise and customer service excellence. Handles complex printing projects and assists clients with both traditional and digital workflow requirements.
Laura Miller
Color Specialist
Recognized for exceptional color management skills, ensuring precise color accuracy in all printed materials. Provides expert consultation on paper and ink combinations to achieve optimal visual results for professional clients.
Questions
What printing technologies do you offer?
We use both Epson inkjet printers for archival pigment prints and a Polielettronica LaserLab for silver-halide C-prints.
Can I use your equipment for DIY printing?
Yes, our lab provides calibrated Mac workstations for clients to create prints with professional guidance available.
Do you handle large-format printing?
We offer prints up to 64 inches wide using our Epson Stylus Pro 11880 printer.
What paper options are available?
We offer premium papers from Hahnemühle, Epson, Moab, and Canson in various textures and finishes.
Are appointments required for lab access?
Yes, our Dolores Park location operates by appointment for personalized service.
Do you provide scanning services?
Yes, we include scanning for film, transparencies, or printed originals at no extra charge.
