Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Photo Lab Services in Concord, CA
Founded in 1963 by San Francisco photographer Charlie Hamilton, Action Photo Service has remained a trusted leader in professional photo lab and digital imaging services. Our commitment to quality began with a simple mission: to be the best damn photo lab in the Bay Area. Located in Concord, California, we combine decades of expertise with advanced technology to deliver exceptional results. Our team of skilled professionals specializes in both traditional photo and digital media services, ensuring every project meets the highest standards. From Gicle prints and photo restoration to film processing and tradeshow displays, we offer comprehensive solutions tailored to individual and business needs.Our dedication to customer satisfaction is reflected in our personalized service, attention to detail, and consistent delivery of vibrant, lasting results. With over six decades of experience, we continue to serve Concord and surrounding areas, maintaining the values of reliability and excellence established at our founding. Our facility supports a wide range of applications, including art reproduction, document scanning, and custom wall decor, making us a one-stop resource for visual projects. By prioritizing client collaboration and technical precision, we ensure every customer receives the expertise, quality, and value they deserve.
Services
Gicle Printing
Photo Restoration
Video Transfer
Canvas Prints
Film Processing
Photo Editing
Metal Prints
Scanning Services
Print Finishing
Tradeshow Displays
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We have over 60 years of experience in professional photo lab services.
- Our in-house lab processes both traditional film and digital media.
- We offer custom Gicle prints for art reproduction.
- Our team provides expert photo restoration and enhancement.
- We serve Concord and surrounding areas with personalized service.
Services
Gicle Printing
Gicle Printing creates high-quality art reproductions on canvas, watercolor, and fine papers. Our color-matching process ensures accurate detail for limited editions and custom wall decor. This service caters to artists and collectors seeking archival-quality prints.
Photo Restoration
Photo Restoration repairs damaged images from negatives, slides, or prints. We address fading, creases, and discoloration to preserve family heirlooms and historical photographs. Our digital enhancement techniques restore visual clarity while maintaining original character.
Film Processing
Film Processing services handle print and slide films in our professional lab. We support traditional photographers preserving analog workflows. This service includes scanning options to digitize developed negatives for modern use.
Canvas Prints
Canvas Prints transform photos or artwork into gallery-quality displays. Available in matte or gloss finishes, these durable prints suit home decor and commercial spaces. We offer custom sizing to fit specific display needs.
Video Transfer
Video Transfer services convert home movies, VHS tapes, and slides to digital formats. We create DVDs or digital files for modern playback while preserving original content integrity for long-term storage.
Questions
What services does Action Photo Digital Graphics offer?
We specialize in Giclée printing, photo restoration, film processing, canvas prints, video transfer, and digital imaging services.
How long has Action Photo been in business?
We've served the Bay Area since 1963, providing professional photo lab services for over six decades.
Do you handle both digital and traditional film?
Yes, we process both digital media and traditional print/slide films in our in-house lab.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Concord, CA and surrounding Bay Area locations.
Are passport photos available?
Yes, we offer instant passport photo services at $15 for two prints.
Can you restore old photographs?
Our photo restoration services repair fading, creases, and damage to preserve your images.
Reviews (6)
Corey Strock
May 28, 2022
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We dropped off a whole bunch of old film/slides/pictures from a deceased relatives stash. They were able to develop nearly all of them and put them all on a USB for us. We were super pleased with the resulting photos.
Peter Johnson
Jun 25, 2021
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Thank goodness there are places still in business that develop film! This place rocks. The only place I go to these days to get film developed. Thanks Action!
Aria Azdan
Feb 09, 2020
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They did a great job on restoring and colorizing our old 1950's family pictures. They were efficient and we like their rates.
Steve Ball
Jun 19, 2019
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Pricing exceeds those of all other Labs within 60 miles and rates are not published. Use at your own risk and determine prices before leaving order to print. I have used the lab for fifteen years and will never go back!
Demiss Rosaus
Jan 28, 2019
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They did a great job converting older Movies and Videos to digital and DVD in just few days done in-house. Also did Slide-show from actual pictures that looked great and received many complements.
Lori Vroubel
Mar 20, 2017
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They did a fine job restoring some very old photos that had to be removed from wood, very happy with the work and they worked hard to meet my deadline. Happy customer here! Lori form Antioch
