darkroom

darkroom

noun

A darkroom is a space used for developing and printing photographs or other light-sensitive materials. It is typically a completely light-sealed environment, designed to prevent any external light from entering and affecting the developing process. The darkroom usually contains specialized equipment, such as enlargers, trays, and chemicals, which are used to develop and process photographic materials.

 

Example

  1. In the days of film photography, developing film and printing photographs was done in a darkroom.
  2. Professional photographers may still use a darkroom to create prints by hand, although many have switched to digital methods.
  3. I enjoy spending time in the darkroom, carefully crafting each print and watching the image slowly appear in the tray of developer.