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Digitization and Scanning

Digitization and Scanning

When it comes to digitization one size does not fit all. We offer the best digitization services for each type of digital capture. A 35mm negative digitized for a giant print needs a different approach than a 4×6 snapshot digitized to be distributed to family and friends. We can help you digitize your images in an intelligent and cost effective fashion. The one constant we insist on is that all be handled as a precious object.

Three Tiers of Digitization — From Family Archives to Museum Quality

DSI offers three levels of digitization services to meet a wide range of needs — from high-volume family photo scanning to museum-grade archival capture with our High Resolution DT Atom Digitization System. We work closely with each client to match the right process to their project goals,

High Resolution Digitization of Film & Prints – Drum Scanner Quality at a Fraction of the Price

At the core of our high resolution digitization service is a Phase One medium format camera paired with a specialized flat field lens, engineered to capture both film and reflective media with exceptional precision. The camera and lens are mounted to a custom-built system capable of reproducing originals up to 20×24” in a single capture — larger works can be reproduced through multiple captures.

Illumination is provided by a professional LED system with a Color Rendering Index (CRI) and Color Quality Scale (CQI) of 98 out of 100, ensuring faithful, true-to-life color in every file.

  • 150MP capture using a medium format camera with flat field lenses
  • Image quality comparable to drum scanning
  • No “wetting” of negatives eliminating contact risk to your originals
  • Handles 35mm through 11×14 sheet film and glass plates
  • Accepts photographic prints, flat artwork, and most paintings
  • Captured using professional software engineered for color accuracy
  • Files suitable for large-scale reproduction and exhibition printing
  • Trusted worldwide for high-quality archival digitization

Flatbed Scans for Prints, Film & Small Flat Works — Mid-Tier

Flatbed Scans for Prints, Film & Small Flat Works

Our flatbed scanning service is a dependable mid-tier solution for projects that require more care and resolution than a pass-through scanner provides, but don’t require the full capability of our DT Atom system. It is especially well-suited for prints and documents that cannot go through a standard scanner due to folds, tears, or irregular edges.

  • Ideal for medium-resolution bulk scanning
  • Handles prints and documents up to 8×10”
  • Suitable for some flat artworks and documents
  • Prints and artwork scanned at 600ppi
  • Negatives scanned to support prints up to 11×14
  • Additional retouching and editing available

Value Print Scan Fast, Affordable Scanning for Everyday Photos

Our Value Print Scan service uses a high-throughput pass-through scanner designed for larger quantities of small prints in good condition. It is the right choice when digitizing a family photo collection, creating files for social media, or building a personal archive where high-resolution output is not required.

  • Ideal for larger quantities of small prints
  • Accepts color and B&W prints from 3.5×5” up to 8×10”
  • Prints must be in good condition — no tears, scalloped, or deckled edges
  • Scanned at 600ppi, producing a file twice the physical size of the original
  • Auto-correction applied for color, contrast, and sharpness
  • Great for family photo archives and social media use
  • JPEG format
DSI's Value Print Scan Fast, Affordable Scanning for Everyday Photos

How to Order Digitization and Scanning

You can always call us or send us an email. You can also send us your film and prints accompanied by our Digitization/Scanning order form.

Order Form

High Resolution Digitization

Originals - QTY35mm up to 8x10Contact Sheet
for Roll Film		Photo Prints
up to 20x24
1 ea.$50$60$60
2 - 5 ea.$40$50$50
6 - 19 ea.$30$40$40
20 - 49 ea.$25$36$36
50 - 99 ea.$20$30$30
100-199 ea.$18CallCall
200-299 ea.$16CallCall
300-499 ea.$14.50CallCall
500+ ea.$12CallCall
Prices for strips of film of the same format. Single frames and excessively curly film will incur an additional fee.

Digital Retouching & Restoration

Some photographs are irreplaceable — a faded portrait, a water-damaged print, or a negative too difficult to print as intended. At Digital Silver Imaging, our experienced staff provides expert retouching and restoration services, collaborating closely with you to realize your vision.

We work with all levels of restoration, addressing damage from time, water, mold, and environmental conditions. Difficult negatives are no obstacle — our high-resolution digitization system extracts detail even from the most challenging film, while our retouching specialists carefully correct dust, scratches, and exposure issues.

Because restoration needs vary, we welcome in-person consultations and are happy to work within your budget. Your memories deserve to last another generation.

  • DSI image retouching before and after
Elliott Erwitt Trusted Digital Silver Imaging With His Legacy

Elliott Erwitt Trusted Digital Silver Imaging With His Legacy

Digital Silver Imaging had the expertise and honor of digitizing Elliott Erwitt’s photographic archive before it was permanently housed at the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin. Working directly in Erwitt’s New York City studio, the DSI team digitized 3,400 negatives and transparencies using our high resolution digitization system. Elliott chose our process because it minimizes contact with the film, dramatically reducing the risk of scratching or damage to irreplaceable originals. With conventional scanning methods, an undertaking of this scale could take months or even years. By bringing our system directly to his studio, we completed the entire archive in under three weeks. Elliott Erwitt’s images are part of the world’s visual vernacular. It was a privilege to play a role in preserving his legacy for generations to come. Read the entire story.

We use an LED lighting system with a Color Rendering Index (CRI) and Color Quality Index (CQI) of 98 out of 100, that’s the highest level of accuracy. Images are captured using software built specifically for color accuracy. Our system is used by elite institutions worldwide, like the Smithsonian, to archive artwork and historical material.

Yes, we have severalways to scan your film and negatives. Our High Resolution system captures 35mm film up to 11×14 sheet film and glass plates. The “touchless” capture process minimizes contact with the film, dramatically reducing the risk of scratching or damage. Drum scan quality at a fraction of the price.

Yes, we can digitally repair photos damaged by time, water, mold, even missing portions of the image. Our team are experts in using programs like Photoshop to restore your valuable images. We can also take those restored images and make you a beautiful print in a handsome frame.

Large collections are our specialty. When Elliott Erwitt needed his archive digitized he came to us. Our touch-less ultra high resolution system is the same one used by the Smithsonian and we can digitize your images quickly and affordably. Give us a call to discuss your project.

Custom Inkjet Prints

What is Museum Quality Inkjet/Giclée Printing?

Our consistent quality on every inkjet/giclée print has earned us prestigious certifications from the world’s leading fine art paper manufacturers. As a Hahnemuhle Gold Certified Studio and Canson Infinity Certified Print Lab we monitor our workflow regularly to ensure every print meets museum standards. An inkjet print from our lab on fine art paper is true museum quality. If you add our Protective UV Spray you have a print that is not only beautiful but as tough as an archival print gets.

Image: Nanamma – Nanamma is the Telegu word for paternal grandmother, captured in 2024 at machinery market in Chennai, India. ©Gajan Balan
Digital Silver Imaging Printing Partner

Ordering Options

For help exporting your files from Adobe Lightroom follow our tutorial.

Direct-to-Print Service

Cost-effective option for photographers who are happy to handle their own file preparation. You get the same museum quality without file inspection and handling.

  • Faster online ordering
  • Discounted pricing
  • Web-based interface for easy ordering
  • JPEG/JPG files accepted
  • Many print sizes availble
  • Faster turn around
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Custom Printing Service

Ideal for customers who want to spend less time in front of a screen. This is more of a white glove service. We inspect your file, resize your image if necessary and check resolution.

  • Your image file thoroughly inspected
  • Cropping and resizing assistance
  • Custom sizes available
  • TIFF or JPEG or RAW file if necessary
  • File preparation services
  • Proof prints available
  • Chemical selenium toning available
Learn More

Try 3 Papers of Your Choice at a Special Price

Choosing the right paper is an important and often difficult choice. We print your an image you upload on 3 different papers of your choice.

  • Try 3 different papers
  • Fine art and photo papers
  • Upoad a single JPEG file
  • Printed on 8.5×11” paper
  • Special pricing
  • Discount on your next order!
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Our Proven Inkjet Paper Selection

Our fine art inkjet paper selection isn’t guesswork — it’s the result of years of hands-on printing experience and our direct relationships with the world’s leading paper makers. As both a Hahnemühle Certified Gold Studio and a Canson Infinity Certified Print Lab, we receive technical training, profiling support, and advance product information directly from the makers themselves.

We offer papers from Canson Infinity, Hahnemühle, Moab, and Ilford, chosen across a range of surfaces and white points to suit the needs of different images and intentions. Every paper in our lineup earns its place by meeting our standards for accurate color reproduction, deep rich blacks, and proven archival quality.

    • Moab Lasal Exhibition Luster Ink Jet Paper

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    Moab Lasal Exhibition Luster

    A resin-coated luster paper built for gallery and exhibition printing, with a fourth-generation coating that delivers the highest possible Dmax and outstanding color holdout. Its ultra-white base and water-resistant surface make it a top choice for sharp, vivid photographic prints.

    Surface: Luster (semi-gloss) Paper Weight: 300 gsm Paper Composition: Resin-coated / acid- and lignin-free pulp, ultra white

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    Moab Lasal Photo Matte

    A versatile everyday photographic matte paper with a brilliant white base and excellent color reproduction. Its acid- and lignin-free construction ensures archival quality, with a water-resistant coating suitable for portfolios, proofing, and display without glazing.

    Surface: Matte Paper Weight: 230 gsm Paper Composition: Acid- and lignin-free pulp, brilliant white

    • Hahnemuhle Photo Rag Baryta

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    Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta

    This pure cotton paper with a gloss baryta-style inkjet coating is the digital counterpart to classic darkroom fiber paper. The barium sulphate coating delivers deep blacks, outstanding contrast, and a beautiful elegant sheen without glare — ideal for fine art photography and exhibition printing. Acid- and lignin-free with demanding archival standards.

    Surface: High-gloss / semi-gloss baryta Paper Weight: 315 gsm Paper Composition: 100% cotton, without optical brighteners

    • Canson® Infinity Platine Fibre Rag

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    Canson® Infinity Platine Fibre Rag

    This 100% cotton paper has been updated with a microporous inkjet coating that brings the feel of classic darkroom fiber paper into the digital age. It delivers an extremely high Dmax, exceptional gray tones, and a true pure white without optical brighteners — preferred by discerning black and white and fine art color photographers.

    Surface: Satin Paper Weight: 310 gsm Paper Composition: 100% cotton, without optical brighteners

    • Hahnemühle Agave

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    Hahnemühle Agave

    This award-winning paper (TIPA World Award 2020) is produced using 70% agave/sisal fiber, making it one of the most environmentally distinctive fine art inkjet papers available. Its rough yet delicately defined surface gives images a captivating sense of depth, while the matte premium coating delivers excellent color, deep blacks, and strong contrast. Acid- and lignin-free, museum-quality archival standards.

    Surface: Matte Paper Weight: 290 gsm Paper Composition: 70% agave (sisal) fibre, 30% cotton

    • Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Ultra Smooth

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    Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Ultra Smooth

    A premium cotton fine art paper with an ultra-smooth surface that renders fine detail with exceptional clarity. The neutral white base and matte inkjet coating make it an excellent choice for photography and art reproductions where a refined, unobtrusive texture is desired. Acid- and lignin-free with museum-quality archival properties.

    Surface: Ultra smooth matte Paper Weight: 305 gsm Paper Composition: 100% cotton, neutral white

    • Canson® Infinity Aquarelle Rag

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    Canson® Infinity Arches Aquarelle Rag

    A genuine 100% cotton rag, mould-made paper for fine art digital printing. The matte surface has an authentic felt-marked finish that will be familiar to watercolor artists. It has no optical brightening agents (OBAs). Produces excellent fine art reproductions of unrivaled character, also the perfect choice for photography when a textured paper is desired.

    Surface: Matte / watercolor paper texture. Paper Weight: 310 gsm, Paper Composition: 100% cotton rag, warm white

    • Hahnemühle Agave

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    Hahnemühle Agave

    This award-winning paper (TIPA World Award 2020) is produced using 70% agave/sisal fiber, making it one of the most environmentally distinctive fine art inkjet papers available. Its rough yet delicately defined surface gives images a captivating sense of depth, while the matte premium coating delivers excellent color, deep blacks, and strong contrast. Acid- and lignin-free, museum-quality archival standards.

    Surface: Matte Paper Weight: 290 gsm Paper Composition: 70% agave (sisal) fibre, 30% cottonresistance.

    • Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Metallic

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    Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Metallic

    Silvery-shimmering fine art paper with sophisticated metallic effect. Perfect for images with metallic elements, reflections, architecture and high-contrast black and white photographs

    Surface: 340gsm Bright White, No optical brighteners.

    • Hahnemühle Art Canvas Smooth

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    Hahnemühle Art Canvas Smooth

    A smooth poly-cotton canvas that brings a painterly, gallery-ready quality to inkjet prints. Excellent ink adhesion and color reproduction convey the tactile richness of canvas — well suited for art reproductions, large format prints, and frameless display.

    Surface: Smooth canvas Paper Weight: 390 gsm Paper Composition: Poly-cotton canvas

How to pick the right paper for your print?

Trying to pick a printing paper by looking at a swatch book, or an image on a screen, is not the best. To make sure your printing paper is going to complement your print, we’ve come up with the Print Sample Promotion. Here’s how it works: you upload a single image and we make you three 8.5X11” prints of that image on three different papers of your choice. Pretty smart, right? As if it couldn’t get much better, we discount the price and give you a $25 off coupon on your next order. Select from fine art and photo papers from Canson, Hahnemühle, and Moab.

Print Sample Promotion

DSI Custom Inkjet

Custom Inkjet (Giclée) Printsup to 8 x 108 x 1212 x 1211 x 1412 x 1816 x 1616 x 2016 x 2420 x 2020 x 2420 x 3024 x 3630 x 4040 x 6048 x 9660 x 90
Standard Inkjet Papers 1st Print$28$34$51$54$76$77$96$116$120$144$180$260$264$528$830$972
Standard Inkjet Papers Copies 2-10$22$27$41$43$61$62$77$93$96$115$144$208$211$422$664$778
Fine Art Inkjet Papers 1st Print$36$44$65$70$98$95$119$143$148$178$222$320$324$648$1,060$1,242
Fine Art Inkjet Papers Copies 2-10$29$35$52$56$78$76$95$114$118$142$178$256$259$518$848$994
Standard and Custom sizes available up to 60" x 180" - please call

Direct to Print Inkjet

Direct to Print Inkjet (Giclée) Prints5 x 78 x 108 x 1212 x 1211 x 1412 x 1816 x 1616 x 2016 x 2420 x 2020 x 2420 x 3024 x 3630 x 4040 x 60
D2P Standard Inkjet Papers 1st Print$20$20$24$36$39$54$52$64$77$80$96$120$173$192$384
D2P Standard Inkjet Papers Copies 2-5$18$18$22$32$35$49$47$58$69$72$86$108$156$173$346
D2P Fine Art Inkjet Papers 1st Print$24$24$29$44$47$65$62$77$93$96$116$144$208$240$320
D2P Fine Art Inkjet Papers Copies 2-5$22$22$26$40$42$59$56$69$84$86$104$130$187$216$288
D2P Fine Art Premium Papers 1st Print$29$29$35$52$56$78$75$93$112$116$140$140$251$282$564
D2P Fine Art Premium Papers Copies 2-5$26$26$32$47$50$70$68$84$101$104$126$126$226$254$508
A plethora of sizes available on the D2P Site
Printer's Choice- Boxes of inkjet paper rolls, Moab, Hahnemuhle, Ilford, Canson

Printer’s Choice – Save 40-70% on Small Prints

You choose the surface — semi-gloss or matte — and we print your image on Canson, Hahnemühle, or Moab paper, whichever is the “printer’s choice.” You get a museum-quality inkjet print on premium paper at a discount, and we reduce waste. Win-win! Available in sizes 5×7″ to 8×12”.

Why Is Printer’s Choice Less Expensive?

We make most of our museum-quality prints on rolls of paper. This is more efficient than printing on sheets, but it can create waste. Often we are left with just enough room on the end of a roll for small prints.

Order Printer’s Choice

Added Life for Your Print with UV Protective Coating

Professional application of Hahnemuhle UV Protective Coating protects valuable inkjet/giclee prints. Increases abrasion resistance, protects against harmful UV rays, and is virtually invisible and non-yellowing. Ideal for prints handled in portfolios or displayed without glazing.

Watch this video to see the application of UV Protective Coating

Need Your Exhibition Printed

We work with photographers, galleries and art organizations to bring exhibitions to life on time and on budget. If your exhibition is 3 images or 300 we give every customer our all. Let’s talk. We know we can help you create a stunning show.

Exhibition Images L to R: Pelle Cass “Tossed.” Laura Rautjoki, “History Reimagined,”
Leonard Suryajaya “Parting Gift: Fitting in America,” Edward Boches “Postcards From Allston,”

FAQ

Yes! Follow this link for all the information.

DSI prints with professional pigment inks on fine art papers and maintains a regularly monitored workflow, which earned it both Hahnemühle Certified Studio and Canson Infinity Certified Print Lab status. DSI has printed for institutions including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Smithsonian, the Chicago Art Institute, and the MFA Boston.

Certification by Canson and Hahnemühle means DSI has met their quality and production standards. It ensures you can rely on consistent color and quality from print to print and year to year.

Giclée is French for “splash” or “squirt,” and a giclée print is simply an inkjet print—there is no agency or standard that certifies a print as a true giclée. DSI uses the term “inkjet” because it is a more honest way of describing the printing method.

DSI offers a wide selection from Hahnemühle, Canson Infinity, and Moab, including smooth matte, semi-gloss baryta, cotton rag, watercolor, and canvas surfaces. The paper you select is an important part of the final look. We recommend our Print Sample Promotion to help you select the right paper for your image.

DSI makes color inkjet pigment prints up to 60 inches wide. Custom cropping, proofs, and Photoshop work are available. We are happy to review your file before we start printing your order. File evaluation is only available on Custom printing orders.

Yes. When you know the printer, ink, and paper used, a professional pigment print is virtually guaranteed to be an archival product. Pigment prints maintain their image fidelity on display far longer than a typical digital C-print, or a print made with dye based inks.

DSI prints with professional pigment inks on fine art papers and maintains a regularly monitored workflow, which earned it both Hahnemühle Certified Studio and Canson Infinity Certified Print Lab status. DSI has printed for institutions including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Smithsonian, the Chicago Art Institute, and the MFA Boston.

DSI Digital Silver Prints

Real Silver Gelatin Prints From Your Digital Files

DSI Digital Silver Prints®

You don’t need a darkroom, an enlarger, film or photo chemistry because now you can have a REAL silver gelatin print directly from your digital capture or scan. The DSI Digital Silver Print® represents the pinnacle of black & white photo printing – the fusion of cutting-edge digital technology with traditional silver gelatin printing. We use a Lightjet 430 photographic laser printer to expose light-sensitive Ilford silver gelatin paper up to 50” wide, then process the exposed paper in liquid photographic chemistry. Still can’t believe it? Watch our video below to see our amazing trademarked process.

Two Silver Gelatin Papers – Fiber and Resin Coated

DSI Digital Silver Fiber Prints®

Premium Quality Silver Gelatin on Baryta Coated Fibre Base the “gold standard” in black & white fine art prints.

  • True silver gelatin baryta coated fibre base paper
  • Superior silver content for rich tones and
    exceptional shadow detail
  • Ideal for exhibitions, portfolios and fine art prints
  • 310gsm double-weight for premium feel and durability
  • Gloss surface (less glossy than inkjet or RA4 papers)
  • Neutral image tone with excellent contrast
    and sharpness characteristics
  • Processed in liquid chemistry to archival standards
  • Chemical selenium toning available
  • Available up to 50” wide for large format applications
  • Turn around time: 5-10 business days

DSI Digital Silver Resin Coated Prints®

Professional Quality on Resin Coated Base ideal for tough environments and frequent handling while still retaining all the beauty of a silver gelatin print

  • True silver gelatin resin coated (RC) paper
  • 190gsm medium weight, water-resistant base
  • Ideal for high traffic environments
  • Ilford Pearl surface similar to lustre surface
  • Surface resists finger prints
  • Bright white base for crisp, clean presentation
  • Processed in liquid chemistry to archival standards
  • Neutral to cool image tone
  • Continuous tone, excellent sharpness and contrast
  • Available up to 50” wide for large format applications
  • Turn around time: 5-7 business days

Three Ways to Order

For help exporting your files from Adobe Lightroom follow our tutorial.

Custom Printing Service

Ideal for customers who want to spend less time in front of a screen. This is more of a white glove service. We inspect your file, resize your image if necessary and check resolution.

  • Your image file thoroughly inspected
  • Cropping, resizing, custom sizes available
  • TIFF or JPEG or RAW file if necessary
  • File manipulation services
  • Proof prints available
  • Chemical selenium toning available
Learn More

Direct-to-Print Service

Cost-effective option for photographers who are happy to handle their own file preparation. You get the same museum quality without file inspection and handling.

  • Faster online ordering
  • Discounted pricing
  • Web-based interface for easy ordering
  • JPEG/JPG files accepted
  • Many print sizes availble
  • Faster turn around
Learn More

Try both Silver Gelatin Papers at a Special Price

We make you one 8.5×11 silver gelatin print on both the fiber and RC paper. Compare the prints and make an informed choice. An easy way to give this unique printing process a try. As a bonus you get a discount on your next order.

  • Try both silver gelatin papers
  • Discounted price
  • Upload a single JPEG file
  • $25 Discount on your next order!
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Custom DSI Digital Silver Prints®

Custom Digital Silver Prints®up to 8 x 108 x 1212 x 1211 x 1412 x 1816 x1 616 x 2016 x 2420 x 2020 x 2420 x 3024 x 3630 x 4040 x 6048 x 96
Custom Fiber 1st Print$65$78$117$125$165$170$213$255$266$319$399$574$610$1,220$1,521
Custom Fiber Copies 2-10$52$62$94$100$132$136$170$204$213$255$319$459$488$976$1,217
Custom Resin Coated (RC) 1st Print$46$55$83$88$120$125$156$187$194$233$291$420$519$1,037$1,705
Custom Resin Coated (RC) Copies 2-10$37$44$66$70$96$100$125$150$155$186$233$336$415$830$1,364
Standard and Custom sizes available up to 48x120 - please call

Direct-to-Print DSI Digital Silver Prints®

Direct to Print DSI Silver Prints®5 x 78 x 108 x 1212 x 1211 x 1412 x 1816 x 1616 x 2016 x 2420 x 2020 x 2420 x 3024 x 3630 x 4040 x 60
D2P Fiber 1st Print$56$56$67$100$107$140$145$181$217$226$272$339SEE CUSTOM PRINTING
D2P Fiber Copies 2-10$50$50$60$90$96$126$131$163$195$203$245$305
D2P Resin Coated (RC) 1st Print$44$44$47$70$75$103$106$133$159$166$199$248$357$441$881
D2P Resin Coated (RC) Copies 2-10$40$40$42$63$68$93$95$120$143$149$179$223$321$397$793
A plethora of sizes available on the D2P Site

Final Print Dimensions

All silver gelatin fiber prints expand or contract slightly during the drying process. The large the print the greater the variance from the size of the exposed image. For this reason we recommend that you have us mat and mount your silver gelatin fiber prints. We recommend that you contact us if you intend to mount or frame your silver gelatin print yourself.

Why are silver gelatin prints so valuable?

DSI Digital Silver Prints® are the Best B&W Print Available Unlike standard inkjet or Digital C prints on material like Fuji Crystal Archive, DSI Digital Silver Prints® offer:

  • True archival permanence of silver gelatin
  • No color casts ever
  • Superior tonal range and shadow detail
  • Proven longevity exceeding other digital print process
  • Durability – these prints can be re-washed if needed and
    are naturally moisture and finger print resistant
  • Light fastness – silver gelatin prints have a high
    resistance to fading due to light exposure

Image ©Mathieu Bitton

Mathieu Bitton image printed on the best black & white paper, DSI Digital Silver Print® Fiber

“Black and white fiber based prints are the ‘high watermark’ of photography in terms of permanence. The silver image itself appears black because the pure silver is not affected by exposure to light, unlike color dyes or even pigments.”

Henry Wilhelm, Wilhelm Imaging Research

What is a DSI Digital Silver Print®?

The DSI Digital Silver Print® is the perfect hybrid of digital and analog printing. These prints offer true archival permanence of silver gelatin, no color casts ever, superior tonal range and shadow detail, proven longevity exceeding any other digital print process, and very fingerprint and abrasion resistant. These prints are tough and beautiful.

Watch this video to see the making the
DSI Digital SIlver Print®

FAQ

Yes! Follow this link for all the details.

A DSI Digital Silver Print® is a real silver gelatin (silver halide) black & white photographic print made directly from your digital file. DSI uses a LightJet 430 photographic laser printer to expose light-sensitive Ilford silver gelatin paper, then the print is processed in liquid photo chemistry. Real silver gelatin printing with a centuries long history of excellence.

Yes. It is a continuous-tone, true black & white print with no dyes or inks—the image is made of silver salts exposed to light. The result is a completely neutral image tone with no color cast.

The Fiber print uses true silver gelatin baryta paper (310gsm) with a fiber low gloss surface and warmer image tones, ideal for exhibitions and portfolios. The RC print uses Ilford Pearl-surface resin-coated paper (190gsm) that lays perfectly flat with neutral-to-cool tones and excellent sharpness.

Black & white fiber-based silver gelatin prints are considered the high watermark of photographic permanence. Because the silver image is not affected by light exposure the way color dyes or pigments are, these prints have proven archival superiority on display or in storage.

Yes. Chemical selenium toning is available through the Custom Printing service. Sorry toning is not available on Direct-to-Print orders.

Fiber prints typically take 5–10 days, and RC prints take 5–7 days. Direct-to-Print silver gelatin orders ship in approximately 5–7 days. Turnaround times are subject to production restrictions, please call if your order is time sensative.

Photoville

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Step into our vintage black & white darkroom – a space where photographic magic comes to life. Since the inception of photography, darkrooms have been essential to the creative and commercial aspects of the medium, from film development to print creation. Today there is a resurgence in film photography, drawing both seasoned photographers and a new generation of enthusiasts to the charms of analog photography and printing. Experience firsthand how a darkroom works and discover the fascinating hybrid workflows that blend analog craftsmanship with digital technologies – making the darkroom not just a historical curiosity, but a vital, relevant space for contemporary image-makers.

Free Print for Leica Monochrom Owners

 

Mathieu Bitton image of hands holding a book and cigar
©Mathieu Bitton

Leica and Digital Silver Imaging are collaborating to present you with a museum quality black & white, silver gelatin print captured with your new Leica Monochrom.

To create your print, kindly follow the instructions below and enter the promotional code that came on the card in your Leica Monochrom box. We are confident that the resulting image will be nothing short of frame-worthy. To receive your print follow these steps

  1. Pick a file downloaded from your Leica.
  2. Make any post production edits. We highly recommend you use a photo monitor, CALIBRATED with a calibration devise from Calibrite or Spyder.
  3. Process that file as a 12×18″, 300 PPI file and save as a JPEG.
  4. Go to this link and upload your file and follow the menu prompts. DSI Digital Silver Print© described below.
  5. At check-out use the promo code to receive your print for FREE. The code can be found on the 5×7 card you received with your Monochrom. Only one free print per participant, shipped free in the USA.

If at anytime you have questions about the print creation process please contact us. Contact info below.

Exactly what is a DSI Digital Silver Print®?

DSI Digital Silver Prints® are real silver gelatin (silver halide), black & white prints on a fiber base paper. DSI Digital Silver Prints® are made from the fusion of modern digital technology and traditional exposure/chemical printing. We use a Lightjet 430 photographic laser printer to expose light sensitive Ilford silver gelatin paper, then process the exposed paper in liquid photo chemistry. DSI Digital Silver Prints® have a proven archival superiority and a completely neutral image tone, without a color cast. This is simply the best fine art black & white print available directly from a digital file.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

DSI Digitals Silver Prints® Fiber are processed in liquid photo chemistry, archivally washed, then air dried on specially made racks. The dry prints are then flattened in a heat press allowed to cool and trimmed down to the finish size. Unfortunately this process takes time and many skilled hands to complete, but the results are beautiful.

This video gives an overview of the Value Print online ordering application. The video includes basic ordering, adding borders, Print Sample Promotion, adding framing and/or mounting to your print, and more including questions from the webinar participants. 

The maximum file size for our Custom Upload is 400 MB. If your image file is larger than 400 MB we suggest you use a free FTP service from WeTransfer.com or another FTP service. Please include your phone and your contact information so we can contact you to complete your order.

Start with a calibrated monitor! Calibrating your computer monitor is essential because it gives you a much more accurate rendition of how your file will print. Calibration insures that both you and Digital Silver Imaging are looking at an image that will appear the same on your monitor and ours in the lab.

File Format  We prefer .TIFF but a .JPEG saved at maximum resolution is also acceptable. We can print from almost any file type including RAW or .PSD. However, unless you have a specific reason for using a RAW or .PSD this file type slows down file transfers and increases printing times. There is no quality gain from using a RAW file instead of a .TIFF.  Our online Value Print Service (ROES Web) currently only accepts .JPEG files.

File Size The sweet spot for our DSI Digital Silver Prints® and Museum quality inkjet prints is 300 ppi/dpi at 100% size. In other words, if you want an 11×14″ print the file should be 11×14″, 300 dpi/ppi at 100%.

How do I export files from Adobe Lightroom? We have a short tutorial on how to export your files for print from Lightroom. Follow this link to view the tutorial.

Exporting files from Adobe Lightroom for printing is not always an intuitive process. We have put together this tutorial to show our customers how to export files to create the best prints possible using our services. You can read our post on the full procedure here

All orders within the US ship via UPS Ground or United States Postal Service (USPS). We happily ship orders all over the globe. International shipping quoted on a per order basis. Shipping charges are determined by package size/weight. All prints, up to 20″ x 30″, are shipped flat, unless otherwise requested.

Estimated Shipping Charges – Although we try to be as accurate as possible, shipping estimates are subject to change. Because every order is different, and we package orders to best protect your images, it is often impossible to predict exactly what the final charge will be. Simply put an estimate is not exact and may vary.

Using Your Own Shipping Account – If you have an account with FedEx, UPS or a freight carrier we are happy to ship using your personal/commercial shipping account. Please note that we will add a handling fee to cover our costs of packaging and order entry.

Custom Shipping Crates and Overseas Shipping – Yes we can do all that. Every project and shipping destination is different so please let us know when placing your order and we will create an estimate for you.

Damaged Shipments – We have developed packing methods to best protect your prints in transit. However at times damage does occur. It is important that you follow these steps so that a damage claim can be filed. Failure to do so may result in the loss of a refund on your order. If  the carrier is present, always review and note exterior damage with the delivery person.

1. Photograph the EXTERIOR of your package. Making several photographs from different angles is important.
2. Keep ALL packaging
3. Call Digital Silver Imaging (617) 489-0035 immediately and email your photos to us at info@digitalsilverimaging.com

Digital Silver Imaging’s liability is limited to the replacement of the product that we have produced. We are not responsible for loss incurred as the result of an order that was damaged in shipping. If the customer request that we use their shipping account to make a shipment, the customer must file all damage/loss claims against the shipper. Digital Silver Imaging will not replace prints, frames, mats or any other product damaged or lost when using the customer’s shipper.

In this FAQ you will find a quick overview of the archival life of our products. For an in depth report on how Digital Silver Imaging’s prints compare to other print options follow this link.

DSI Digital Silver Fiber Prints®  are made on black & white, light sensitive, silver gelatin, Ilford Gallerie paper. This is a heavy weight, baryta paper with a proven history of archival quality, light fastness, and durability. Henry Wilhelm, of Wilhelm Imaging Research called our prints “the gold standard” in black and white print longevity.

DSI Digital Silver RC Prints® are made on black & white, light sensitive, silver gelatin, Ilford Resin Coated paper.RC paper is sealed between layers of polythene with the emulsion and a ‘super-coating’ on top. This makes them a typically more robust paper that is easier to handle. This is a medium weight paper comes on a bright white resin coated base. It has excellent lightfastness, it can be rolled, and is ideal for commercial applications.

DSI Museum Quality Inkjet Prints are made on Canon Prograf printers using the latest Lucia Pro pigment inks. Not all inks are created equal, and Canon Lucia pro inks meet the highest archival standards. When printing on a quality paper with no OBAs (optical brightening agents), like Hahnemühle Photo Rag, these prints will last over 200* years framed under UV glass, and 300* years in dark storage. Digital C prints can’t compare, making our prints the best choice for quality and price.

Standard Inkjet Prints are made on Canon Prograf printers using the latest Lucia Pro pigment inks. Not all inks are created equal, and Canon Lucia pro inks meet the highest archival standards. These prints differ from our DSI Museum Quality Prints in that they are made on quality papers that may not meet the highest standards set by preservationists.

*Based on Wilhelm Imaging Research’s paper  “Canon image PROGRAF iPF6100 and Canon LUCIA Pigment Inks“, 6/15/09