Mobile Photo Lab · Brand & Event Studio
Photo Restoration & Memory Revival
We restore old, damaged, and fading photographs so your family’s history isn’t lost to time. Every image is treated like it’s our own... with care, respect, and museum‑grade attention to detail.
Serving Hampton Roads with mobile on‑site photography, instant prints, restoration, and studio content solutions.
See What’s Possible
These are real examples of the kind of transformation you can expect — from faded, cracked, and worn to clear, vibrant, and print‑ready.
Family Portrait
Before Restoration 1
After Restoration 1
Faded color, scratches, and age spots removed. Contrast restored so every face is visible again.
Wedding Memory
Before Restoration 2
After Restoration 2
Severe fading and discoloration corrected, fine details brought back so it can be proudly displayed again.
Heirloom Snapshot
Before Restoration 3
After Restoration 3
Tears and missing edges repaired, tones evened, and clarity restored so the story can be passed on.
Why Restore Your Photos Now?
Every year, prints fade, paper breaks down, and details disappear. Restoration gives those moments a second life — so your children and grandchildren can see the stories you grew up with.
Protect Family Legacy
Preserve irreplaceable images of parents, grandparents, and ancestors — before time and damage make them unreadable.
Repair Visible Damage
We meticulously remove cracks, stains, tape marks, scratches, fading, and discoloration using professional‑grade techniques.
Create Shareable Copies
Receive a high‑resolution digital file that can be reprinted, shared with family, and safely stored for years to come.
The Right Fit If You:
Have a photo that feels “too precious to lose.”
Want to surprise a loved one with a restored memory.
Are organizing family archives or creating a memory wall.
Have images that are fading, torn, stained, or creased.
Want a professional, respectful approach — not a quick filter.
Restoration Packages
Every image is unique, but these guide our typical investment levels. Share your photo and we’ll confirm the best option before any work begins.
Light Damage
Basic Restoration
$65+
From, per image
Minor scratches & dust
Basic fade correction
Contrast & clarity improvement
Best for slightly aged or lightly worn photos.
Most Common
Standard Restoration
$95+
From, per image
Visible scratches & creases
Small tears or stains
Deeper color and tone work
Ideal for photos that have lived in albums, frames, or boxes for years.
Heavy Damage
Advanced Restoration
$150+
From, per image
Heavy damage or missing areas
Severe fading or discoloration
Complex repair & reconstruction work
Recommended for heirloom photos you can’t replace.
Final pricing depends on the specific image and damage. We’ll always confirm before starting work.
Reprints & Rush Options
Once your photo is restored, you can order new prints or request faster turnaround when available.
Reprint: 5×7
$15 per print
High‑quality 5×7 print of your restored image.
Reprint: 8×10
$25 per print
Larger 8×10 print suitable for framing and display.
Rush Turnaround
(When Available)
Need it sooner for a memorial, celebration, or gift? +25–50% rush fee, depending on timeline and complexity.
Questions You Might Have
“What if my photo is badly damaged?”
Many of the images we restore arrive torn, stained, or heavily faded. We’ll review your photo first and let you know what’s realistically possible — before you commit.
“How long does it take?”
Most restorations are completed within 7–10 business days, depending on damage level. Rush options may be available — just ask.
“Is my original photo safe?”
Yes. We digitize your original and work on a high‑resolution copy. The original is handled gently and returned to you in the same condition it arrived.
“Do I have to decide my package right away?”
No. Simply send a photo of your image. We’ll make a recommendation and confirm pricing with you first so you feel completely comfortable.
“They restored the only photo we had of my grandmother as a young woman. We cried when we saw the final image. It felt like getting a piece of her back.”
— Family Client, Photo Restoration
We accept a limited number of restoration projects each week to maintain quality and care.
Ready to Restore Your Memory?
Share a quick description of your photo and, if possible, upload or email a snapshot of it. We’ll review it and reply with a recommendation — no commitment required.
Mobile Photo Lab™
Phone: 757-204-5922
Email: [email protected]
Location: 900 High Street Portsmouth, VA. 23704
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