Meet our partner, Jonathon, the Founder of FilmhoUnd

What is archiving film? Why is it so important?

Archiving film refers to the process of preserving physical film negatives for long-term storage, ensuring they are protected from environmental damage, such as dust, moisture, and chemical degradation. At Filmhound, this process includes meticulous cleaning using lint-free gloves and specialized cleaners, organizing negatives with numerical codes, and placing them into archival pages designed to protect the film from environmental factors. This service is important because film is susceptible to deterioration over time due to environmental exposure and improper handling. Proper archiving helps ensure that the film is preserved for future generations, maintains its quality, and safeguards valuable memories or professional work. Additionally, for photographers, preserving original film stock allows for re-scanning or reprinting at any time, making archiving an essential step in maintaining the longevity and accessibility of analog film formats​.

How do I get started archiving my film?

Choose a membership level and send your film or have your lab forward your film to:

Filmhound
260 Commerce Street
Suite 300
Montgomery, AL 36104

How do I clean my film before archiving?

You don’t have to worry about it… it’s all part of our service!

Why do you love archiving film?

I’m a romantic. If you want to know why, reach out for a conversation ;)

What are the differences between archiving 35mm and 120 film?

The only difference in the process is that certain film formats require more or less archival pages. 220 for example requires 2 pages.

What services do you offer at Filmhound?

You can view our current services here. We are actively working to add digital contact sheets, gear cataloging, and a super secret project that will allow our clients to monetize their knowledge.

What is one thing you wish photographers knew before sending you their film?

People spend all this time and money shooting, developing, scanning, editing, etc… and I feel that most film photographers stop short of the finish line. The negative is THE most important part of the process. Take care of it or, For a fraction of the cost of the entire process, let us take care of it for you.