Business Details
41 Years
experience
Professional Film Processing & Custom Prints in St. Petersburg
Founded in 1985, Zebra Color has established itself as a trusted name in traditional film processing and digital imaging within St. Petersburg. Our expertise spans black-and-white and color film processing up to 8x10 sizes, utilizing dip-and-dunk technology to prevent scratches that other methods might cause. With decades of experience, we serve both professional and amateur photographers across Tampa Bay and West Central Florida, offering services that include state-of-the-art digital imaging, fine art gicle prints, and archival scanning solutions.As a member of the Davidson Fine Art family, we combine technical precision with a commitment to preserving visual memories. Our team specializes in cross-processing, push/pull development, and high-resolution slide scanning, ensuring accurate, high-quality results within industry-standard turnaround times. Clients benefit from our transparent communication, consistent quality control, and integration with local art communities through gallery exhibitions and collaborative projects.
Services
Film Processing
Digital Prints
Gicle Prints
Photo Scanning
Art Reproduction
Slide Digitization
Photo Restoration
Custom Framing
Mail-In Services
Archival Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in professional film processing
- Our dip-and-dunk processors eliminate film scratching risks
- We maintain consistent quality with 12-day standard turnaround
- Our team includes technicians with 17+ years of digital restoration experience
- We serve both professional and amateur photographers in West Central Florida
Services
Film Processing
We process black-and-white and color-negative film up to 8x10 sizes using dip-and-dunk technology that prevents scratches. Our standard turnaround time is 12 days for film processing and printing. Customers can obtain machine prints on glossy paper with optional borders.
Digital Scanning
Our scanning services include film, slides, and physical prints up to 8.5x11 inches. We offer multiple resolution options and file formats for archival or commercial purposes. Technicians use calibrated equipment to ensure color accuracy and detail retention during conversion.
Gicle Printing
We produce high-quality gicle prints on watercolor paper, canvas, and other fine art media. Available in sizes up to 44x96 inches, these archival prints maintain color integrity for decades. Custom sizing and quantity pricing options are available for professional artists.
Photo Restoration
Our technicians digitally restore damaged photographs using industry-standard software. The process removes scratches, repairs color fading, and reconstructs missing image areas while maintaining original composition integrity. This service requires 17+ years of Photoshop expertise.
Art Reproduction
We create digital captures of original artwork up to 60 inches wide. Files are saved in both TIFF 16-bit and JPG 8-bit formats suitable for large-format printing. This service supports artists needing high-resolution digital portfolios for exhibition submissions or web display.
Questions
Does Zebra Color process both color and black-and-white film?
We process black-and-white film in-house and outsource C-41 color negative processing through a Florida-based lab maintaining our quality standards.
What film formats do you handle for processing?
We process 35mm, 120/220 medium format, and 4x5/8x10 sheet film. Push/pull and cross-processing options are available for specialty applications.
Can I get digital scans from processed film?
Yes. We offer standard and high-resolution scans from negatives and slides. Image files are delivered on CDs or thumb drives with multiple resolution options available.
What are your largest print size capabilities?
Our giclée printers handle paper sizes up to 44x96 inches. We also offer gallery-wrap canvas stretching services for large-format exhibition pieces.
Do you offer mail-in film processing options?
Yes. We provide mail-slot access and accept film by postal delivery with printed order forms. Processing times remain consistent for all submission methods.
Are your printing services available for commercial photographers?
Our services cater to both professional and amateur photographers. Commercial clients benefit from quantity pricing, custom sizing, and calibrated color management for print consistency.
Reviews (6)
Trish W.
Jun 23, 2022
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I took some of my acrylic paintings in to get prints. The prints turned out spectacular!, prices are good and it only took about 3 days turn around. Jim is a great person and has very good useful information.
Jake Johnston
Jun 09, 2022
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On two separate occasions I left film to be developed and was told I would be contacted when the process was finished, neither times was I contacted.
Steve Kallenbach
May 22, 2022
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INCREDIBLE Museum Quality Printing! These folks KNOW their stuff, and they are amazingly easy to work with. They make their delivery date promises, and their quality is simply outstanding. They work with your digital images to get to the best possible print quality; then produce your art on high quality canvas (or other selected materials) with a very specialized pigment dye process that will last "forever".
Their custom framing is also extremely high quality. If you are looking for special handling, quality and longevity for your printed, mounted and framed art, THIS is the place! Cheers to Rob (owner), Jim (graphics mgr.) and their entire staff for their excellent service. I've done several special pcs here in large sizes, and they came out simply spectacular! Zebra Color / Davidson Fine Art. I give them a 6 star out of 5 - and won't compromise my work with any other printer! (The picture of the 2 canvas prints shown are mounted, with the edges wrapped in plastic to protect the art.)
Their custom framing is also extremely high quality. If you are looking for special handling, quality and longevity for your printed, mounted and framed art, THIS is the place! Cheers to Rob (owner), Jim (graphics mgr.) and their entire staff for their excellent service. I've done several special pcs here in large sizes, and they came out simply spectacular! Zebra Color / Davidson Fine Art. I give them a 6 star out of 5 - and won't compromise my work with any other printer! (The picture of the 2 canvas prints shown are mounted, with the edges wrapped in plastic to protect the art.)
Mehin A.
Feb 23, 2022
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I used them only for a photo printing service and I do not recommend them. Go to CVS instead because you will get the same quality anyways and you can save some $. The person who printed the photo was not friendly either
Emily Arthur
Oct 23, 2021
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Incredibly helpful, fast prints, and super friendly. I love this shop, I'll be bringing all my print needs here!
Catalina Ferreira
Feb 22, 2021
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I am a decorator and I will continue using them. Great customer service. Quick to deliver amazing work.
