Nov 7, 2021
I’ve been using Professional Drum Scanning now for five years, mostly for exhibition prints – some very large – and always from 6×7 negs. The price and turnaround time make it an simple addition to my workflow when I need either a very large print, or... read more
Oct 3, 2021
Being quite new to film I only read about drum scanning very recently and decided to take advantage of the generous offer to get a couple of free scans. The process on contacting Tim and Charlotte was very simple with friendly help and on receipt of the film, they... read more
Sep 13, 2021
Until recently I was able to scan my large and medium format negatives at work but the pandemic meant that I no longer had access to a high-resolution scanner. A colleague recommended Professional Drum Scanning. I was a little nervous about sending my negatives... read more
Aug 4, 2021
I started with medium format photography in 2014. It took my photography to a new level with 6 x 7 negatives. I photograph a lot of urban landscapes and landscapes with human impact. I also photograph concerts with a medium format camera as a long term project. I... read more
Jul 25, 2021
I have only recently started using the drum scan services provided by Tim and Charlotte, but I am certainly glad I have. They provide a high-quality professional service with excellent communication. I was completely blown away with the quality, depth of textures and... read more
May 30, 2021
I came across Professional Drum Scanning after I had some poor scans done by another company. I had considered drum scanning but was put off by the cost of the London labs and decided to try cheaper standard scanning, a mistake. I then began to search for an... read more
Apr 27, 2021
Historically my work of 40 years has been recorded onto large format transparencies. In recent years I have started transferring some of these transparencies into a digital format with varying results – many have been very disappointing. Finding PDS has been... read more
Mar 29, 2021
I needed some scans done for a long-term project I was working on, which included a mix of much older 6×12 transparency and newer colour neg. The price was very reasonable so I had some tests done. When they came back, I was so happy I found myself raking through... read more
Feb 2, 2021
“When I got my first set of drummed scanned images back I was blown away by the colours and detail. From there I was completely hooked on using this method of scanning, I felt it gave the most justice to the imagery I put all that effort into creating. Charlotte... read more
Jan 7, 2021
Paul Wakefield is one of a handful of truly pivotal landscape photographers in the UK. Most of his commercial work has been for major clients, particularly automotive, outdoors and spirits. His personal work has been seen in a set of books about the UK with Jan Morris... read more
