Saigon B&W Enlarge Film Darkroom Workshop

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Fox Spirit’s workshop offers a rare, immersive journey into the authentic soul of analog photography through three unique pillars.

First, you gain exclusive access to a fully equipped, professional red-lit darkroom right in Saigon.

Second, it’s a sensory, hands-on experience: you will operate professional enlargers and watch your own negatives magically come to life in chemical trays!

✨ Finally, we remove all barriers—providing premium chemistry, tools, and photographic paper.

️ Guided step-by-step by passionate experts, you will master contrast control and leave with a sharp, professional-grade print handcrafted by your own hands. It’s therapeutic, magical, and perfect for everyone! ️

What's included

  • Enlarger and necessary equipment.
  • Darkroom chemicals.
  • Friendly Guide, Not Just a Guide - share stories, help connect, find those hidden frames
  • Photographic papers (1 sheet_8x10" paper for Contact Sheet & 1 sheet_5x7" paper for selected image).
  • Free 01 B&W film roll - Receive before the workshop for shooting
  • Hotel Pickup - Meet us at our gathering point, ready to roll.
  • Extra photographic paper will be charged
  • No certificate: this is a experience workshop not a class

What to expect

Did you know… before the digital era, every single photo was born inside a magical place called the Darkroom?
Here, light, shadow, and film come together to create timeless images.
✨ Witness the magic of film photography as your photo comes to life in the darkroom
✨ Experience a captivating craft from the past that still inspires today
✨ Connect with young creatives who share the same passion for art & discovery

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

To find us, search "Fox Spirit Film" or "38A Ho Hao Hon, Cau Ong Lanh, HCMC" on Google Maps, Grab, or Xanh SM.
You'll see our shop with a red spiral staircase. Just come inside!
If you need help communicating with your driver or accommodation's staffs, call us at +84 357 794 589.

End point

To find us, search "Fox Spirit Film" or "38A Ho Hao Hon, Cau Ong Lanh, HCMC" on Google Maps, Grab, or Xanh SM.
You'll see our shop with a red spiral staircase. Just come inside!
If you need help communicating with your driver or accommodation's staffs, call us at +84 357 794 589.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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