I put together this page for resources that I can recommend based on my personal experience.
Photo Chemistry & Darkroom Supplies
- Art Craft Chemicals – https://artcraftchemicals.com/
- Bostick & Sullivan
Specializes in alternative process chemistry including platinum/palladium, kallitype, cyanotype, etc.
https://www.bostick-sullivan.com - Photographer’s Formulary
Historic and alternative photographic chemistry, kits, and raw chemicals.
https://www.photoformulary.com
Large Format Camera & Lens Repair
- SK Grimes
Custom lens mounting, shutter CLA, adapter fabrication.
https://www.skgrimes.com - Zack’s Camera Repair
Known for medium and large format camera repair.
https://www.zackscamerarepair.com - Graflex Garage
Jerry Gordon
4317 N Addison St.
Spokane, WA 99207
509-638-8921
Film, Paper, & Darkroom Materials
- Freestyle Photo
Large selection of film, paper, and chemistry for analog photographers.
https://www.freestylephoto.biz - CatLABS of JP
Great source for large format film, Jobo gear, and darkroom items.
https://www.catlabs.info
Custom Gear & Accessories
- Zbima Woodworking – Handmade Lensboards: https://www.ebay.com/str/zbima1
- Custom Vintage Lenscaps – Andrei Badieiev: https://www.ebay.com/itm/205482179659
Forums
- Large Format Photography Forum & Marketplace
A goldmine for in-depth technical discussion, classified listings, and peer advice.
https://www.largeformatphotography.info/forum/ - The Wet Plate Collodion Forum & Marketplace
Occasional chemistry, gear, and darkroom items listed by practitioners.
https://collodion.com/
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