Who we are

At Dako Darkroom, we believe in the magic of film. We built this space because we’re passionate about analogue photography and eager to share its joy with everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or just starting out, Dako is designed to be a welcoming, inclusive, and creative hub, a place where there’s no pressure for perfection, just room to explore, learn, and grow.

Our Mission
We’re on a mission to make analogue photography accessible to all. We’re here to provide easy access, hands-on learning, and sustainable practices so that anyone can dive into the world of film. At Dako, you’ll find a community of like-minded individuals, a space to experiment, and the tools to bring your vision to life.

What We Offer

  • Film Processing: B&W & Colour for 35mm, 120, and 5x4 formats

  • Printing: B&W & Colour enlargers (up to 16x20)

  • Film Scanning: Camera scanning for 35mm, 120, and 5x4

  • Workshops: Film Processing and Darkroom Printing, with more to come!

Our Values

  • Learning by Doing: We believe the best way to learn is by trying, failing, and trying again.

  • Community & Collaboration: We’re all about sharing knowledge, skills, and ideas, locally and beyond.

  • Sustainability: We’re committed to thoughtful, eco-friendly practices in everything we do.

Who We Are
Dako Darkroom was founded by Leanne Wiggers and Shou-An Chiang, two photographers who share a deep love for analogue photography and a passion for building a supportive, creative community.

A room with white walls and a large window covered with dark curtains. There is a white shelving unit with various storage boxes, plants, and equipment. A computer monitor, keyboard, and camera are visible on a desk in the corner.
A laboratory workspace with black walls and shelves containing scientific instruments, tools, and supplies. A white sink or basin is visible in the lower right corner with various laboratory equipment and red, gray, and white gloves hanging on hooks above the sink.
A kitchen workspace with a white countertop, stainless steel sink, potted plant, and white shelving unit with various kitchen items and a scientific instrument labeled Sidekick and Photo-Therm.
A whiteboard with small printed images of various interior room designs, next to a wall with black and yellow tape measures attached and a small black and white photograph taped on the wall. There are four photographed black and white pictures of trees on the wall to the left.

Contact us

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, want to book a session, or just want to say hi, reach out to us using the details on the right or email us at dakodarkroom@gmail.com