
Vintage Photo Restoration & Colorization
Bringing History to Life
At Chloe Shelton Films/Contrast Captures Media, we restore and colorize old photographs, reviving faded memories for new eyes to see. As experts in photo restoration, we seamlessly repair damage, enhance details, and add natural color—bringing the past into the present.
This isn’t just a service; it’s a key part of our documentary filmmaking, where restored images help tell richer, more immersive stories. Let us bring your historical photos back to life with the same care and artistry we bring to our films.
My Photo Restoration Process
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Evaluation: I carefully examine each photo to determine the level of restoration needed.
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High-Resolution Scanning: Using a high-resolution scanner, I create a detailed digital copy of your photo for precise restoration.
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Digital Restoration:
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Damage Repair: Scratches, tears, and imperfections are meticulously corrected.
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Color Correction: Faded or discolored areas are adjusted to restore natural tones.
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Enhancement: Clarity and contrast are refined to reveal hidden details.
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Review & Feedback: You'll have the chance to review the restored image and request any adjustments.
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Final Delivery: Your restored photo is provided in digital format, with the option for high-quality prints if desired.












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Investment
Basic Restoration – $15 per image
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Light scratches, dust, and blemish removal
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Simple color correction and contrast adjustment
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Mild sharpening and clarity enhancement
Basic Colorization - $25 per image
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Simple colorization for 1-2 subjects
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Natural skin tones and basic clothing colors
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Minimal background adjustments
Standard Restoration – $25 per image
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Moderate damage repair (tears, stains, fading)
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Reconstructing small missing sections
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More advanced color correction and tone balancing
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Improved sharpness and detail
Standard Colorization – $50 per image
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Colorization for multiple subjects
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More detailed backgrounds (grass, sky, furniture, etc.)
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Accurate fabric and texture detailing
Advanced Restoration – $50 per image
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Major damage repair (large tears, water damage, heavy fading)
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Extensive reconstruction of missing sections
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High-detail retouching for realism
Advanced Colorization – $75 per image
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Complex backgrounds and multiple subjects
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High-detail textures (lace, embroidery, reflections, etc.)
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Artistic color grading for a natural, realistic look




















