Black and white
For a grainy, high-contrast look, shoot at a high ISO (around 3200) in bright light. Ask for the Gayle Effect when you drop off your film.
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Photo Tips
Photography and equipment tips from the people behind the counter. Come in and talk shop any time.
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Tips from our staff
Shoot manual
Switch to manual mode and use a handheld light meter.
Better flash
Diffuse or bounce your flash. A diffuser kit with white, silver and gold inserts goes a long way.
Pets
Get down to their eye level. Avoid pet-eye with more ambient light or a moved or diffused flash. We can also fix it digitally.
Film
Every roll is scanned before printing, so ask for a slideshow or a photo book from your negatives.
Lens hood
Always use one. It cuts flare and protects your lens.
Questions
Common questions
Can I ask staff for advice in store?
Yes. Come in and talk with the team any time we are open.
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Personal Coaching
One-on-one time with an expert in digital or film photography. $60 per hour.
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Film Developing
Color and black and white rolls developed in our own lab, scanned and sent by download link.
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Custom Black & White
Black and white and infrared film, hand-developed several times a week, with real darkroom prints.
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Scanning
Prints, slides and negatives scanned at high resolution. Every original comes back to you.
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Visit us in Lakewood
Walk in with your film, photos, tapes or camera. No appointment needed for most services, and the team is happy to answer questions.
10015 Gravelly Lake Drive SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 584-0210
Hours
Tue - Thu 11:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 11:00am - 6:00pm
Sat 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sun - Mon Closed
Fri 11:00am - 6:00pm
Sat 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sun - Mon Closed
staff@robis.com