February 2024 by Andrea PV
I recently had an extraordinary full-day session with David, and I must say it far exceeded my expectations. I learnt so much not just about the darkroom work (which was incredibly detailed, hands-on, and thoroughly rewarding) but also, I learnt about David and Keith?s passion for photography. Their warmth and expertise have left me truly inspired to continue my journey into film photography. 'll be returning to this exceptional place in the future, as David proves himself to be a genuine master in his craft. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a professional film photographic experience.
December 2023 by Jack Bochow
Cannot recommend these guys enough. First rate personal, professional service and expertise. Was my first time jumping into development, and Keith went above and beyond to help me throughout the process. Whether you're just wanting your BnW film processed or printed, or are looking for comprehensive tuition to do it yourself, you cannot find a lab with more expertise and willingness to go above what most people would to help. These are rare, old school qualities for a business to have nowadays in a city like London, and I'm incredibly grateful to have found such a place. I can't wait to come back! Thank-you Keith and the rest of the team!!
December 2023 by Milan Juza
A fantastic venue for experienced film photography enthusiasts and beginners alike. David and Keith are both great, bring a wealth of experience and expertise and make the overall experience thoroughly enjoyable!
December 2023 by Stephen Roberts
I have just finished a 2 day 1:1 darkroom course at Black & White Basement. I was taken through all the steps of developing 35mm and 120 roll film, making contact sheets and then selective full size prints. The tuition could not have been better: it was well paced and plenty of time for chat about photography generally. I am utterly thrilled with the prints I made, and will definitely return to make use of the facilities as well as further learning.
November 2023 by Ewa Brylewska
I had a two day tuition with David and I am super satisfied with how it went. I got all the information I was hoping for, and even more.Keith, the owner made me feel very welcome from the start and takes good care of everyone.The darkroom is well supplied and easy to work with.Thank you guys again, very very much.I shall return.
October 2023 by Erin Harper
I had a brilliant time at the one day darkroom session! David made the session throughly enjoyable and easy to understand each process. I have come away with lots of knowledge, prints that I am incredibly proud of, and a new found confidence to use a darkroom more in the near future.
October 2023 by Hanna Weimerskirch
Had a wonderful time here learning how to print and use the darkroom. David was an amazing teacher and really made everything simple to understand. Big thank you to David and Keith for my lovely day spent here! I will be back soon for sure!
April 2023 by Louise Babeur
I Had the best day ever! David and Keith are extremely professional and I feel really privileged to have been able to spend this time learning from the best. I can?t wait to be back!
April 2023 by Marco Dominguez
I was with David most of the time and great experience; as refresher of my darkroom knowledge left over the years... I'd definitely come back to use the facilities!
March 2023 by Jenny Pagoni
What a lovely day I spend with David and Keith. Everything was well organised and David had prepared a little booklet for me to take home with all the notes of the day. It was really inspirational and I would highly recommend! A full day of learning and enjoying, will be going back soon to use the facilities on my own now.
February 2023 by Harriet Power
Reliable, professional and welcoming.The team at B&W Basement are great. I can't recommend them highly enough. If you are looking for a place to develop or print your black and white film - this is it. I feel lucky to have found a place like this - whenever I leave I can't wait to go back!
August 2022 by Alex Urusov
Keith is excellent, the best in London and better prices than anywhere else. When I need something important done, I go here.
November 2021 by Josh Cautley
The course run by David could not have been better in any way, he really is a brilliant teacher and made the whole day incredibly enjoyable!I really couldn't recommend it enough and I will most definitely be back to hone my newly learnt skills.
October 2021 by Daniel Armani
I recently had a full day of darkroom tuition with the guidance of David and after only one day I made a few successful prints and feel i've learned everything I need to know in order to come back to print on my own! Keith and David are very welcoming and are great at what they do, would definitely recommend their services to anyone who needs them!
September 2021 by Anika Nixdorf
Had a really wonderful day under the clear and precise tuition of David! Lots of interesting conversations and felt like all my needs were met. Feeling inspired and cant wait to come back!
