We regard photo restoration as an art. When done properly, it is the product of an artist's enthusiasm for the process and a craftsman's dedication to nuance and detail. We take pride in our work and consider it a compliment when people trust their precious family heirlooms to us. We go the extra distance to ensure that you are not disappointed. How It's Done We first scan the photo and optimize the contrast, sharpness and brightness. This allows us to see what the image really contains - both good and bad - and allows us to estimate how much work and cost will be involved in fixing it. At this point we will call you with a firm estimate and strategies to reduce cost if it appears likely that we cannot stay within our initial estimate. Please be aware that even with the best of equipment and the highest skill level, the sharpness of the original photo does limit the potential quality of the finished product. While we can create patches and clone existing material to insert in damaged or missing sections, if a significant part of a face is missing or badly blurred it may not be possible to invent such detail. Even then, if there is another photo of that same person it is sometimes possible to "clone" eyes, a nose or lips from a "donor" photo you may have to complete the puzzle. That said, the best way for you to determine the potential of your treasured photograph is for you to bring it in for us to examine. It will be our pleasure to give you an honest appraisal and a fair price. Pricing If your original is an unusual shape or larger than 8x10, we may need to produce a copy negative to scan ($10.00). The copy negative allows us to retain maximum detail. Please see us with questions or to order additional prints and enlargements. Light Restoration $14.95 to $24.95 Minor scratches Red eye Slight fading Medium Restoration $29.95 to $39.95 Minor tears Scratches, or creases Restoring faded color Heavy Restoration $49.95 to $59.95 Simple removal of objects or people Repair damage to facial features Colorizing black and white photos Repair to heavily faded, torn, and cracked photos Severe Restoration $69.95 to $99.95 Complicated removal of objects or people Correction to severely damaged photos requiring serious facial repair or replacement Heavy repair needed for detailed imagery Colorizing black and white photos with many details Extensive Restoration Extensive Restoration Requires Estimate Severe damage to all areas of the image requiring rebuilding of many detailed objects or people Extensive tears, cracks, or extremely faded images Correcting photos of nine or more people where there are adjustments needed to many of the people     Did you know? Call our IMAGE, PICTURE RESTORATION and PHOTO PROCESSING specialist today - 1.860.527.4208 - to talk to our experienced team of professional's about your needs, or email James Brown - our photo image specialist - directly.