As parents, our phones are usually overflowing with photos of the family- birthdays, silly faces, family outings and those random everyday moments that we never want to forget. But sometimes taking a photo on your phone is just not quite the same as something special like seeing these memories captured on film. There is definitely something magical about handing a film camera to your child and saying, Go take some photos”, and bringing a little nostalgia into their photography.
And what makes film photography fun is that they cannot simply snap hundreds of photos and delete the ones that they don’t like- there is only a limited number of shots, so everyone has to be a little more intentional. That said, you might be surprised by what your child chooses to photograph!
We recently discovered Irohas Photo Film Lab in Perth CBD (located inside Trinity Arcade on St Georges Terrace), and if you are into film photography, this place is definitely worth knowing about.
Irohas Photo offers film developing, scanning, film camera sales and disposable camera services for both experienced film photographers and people trying film photography for the first time. What makes Irohas particularly interesting is its focus on keeping analogue photography accessible while still using professional lab equipment and modern scanning technology.
If you recently found an old film camera, picked up a disposable camera or simply want to try shooting film for the first time, this place caters very well to beginner photographers. They also sell different film stocks and cameras, making it possible to start your film photography journey and have your photos developed all in the same place.
Their services include developing and scanning film, making it easy to turn those rolls of film into digital memories that you can share with family and friends. They also offer same-day C-41 colour film developing for qualifying drop-off before 3pm, which is particularly handy when you can’t wait to see what you captured.
The shop itself is sleek and inviting, with rows of cameras waiting to be explored. Whether you are dropping off a roll of 35mm film after a weekend of taking photos around Perth or looking for your next roll of film, this is an easy place to visit, especially when you are in the city. For families, this is a lovely way to introduce your children to photography beyond the smartphone, and you might just discover those slightly blurry, unexpected shots becoming your new favourite family memories.
Irohas Photo Film Lab
Trinity Arcade
Shop 202-203/72, St George Terrace, Perth, WA 6000
https://irohasphoto.com.au/pages/irohas-perth
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Mum of two girls and working as a registered nurse. Originally from Singapore, I have spent the last 17 years in Perth where I raised my beautiful girls. After being a mum, I find passion in exploring new places and doing new activities with my kids. Besides mummy duties, I find joy in pretty dresses and books.
