Durham City Studios

At Durham City Studios, we pride ourselves on providing a wide range of services to cater to your photographic and printing needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and excellent customer service, ensuring that your experience with us is nothing short of exceptional.

Passport and Visa Photos

With our convenient location just a five-minute walk from the Durham Passport Office, we cater to the global community, providing passport and visa photographs for every country in the world. Our software is constantly updated to reflect the latest government regulations, ensuring that your images meet the exact specifications required. No appointment is necessary - simply pop into our shop at 89 Claypath in Durham, and our team will have your passport or visa photograph completed within a few minutes.

Electronic Passport Photos with a Code

For those wishing to renew their passport online through the government portal, we can take your photograph and supply you with a unique code to use during the application process. Our state-of-the-art equipment ensures that your image is stored securely for 30 days and can be transferred to the UK passport office in a matter of seconds. We also guarantee that your photograph will meet the regulations set by the government.

Custom-Made Moulding and Framing

At Durham City Studios, we understand the importance of preserving your most precious memories and treasured possessions. Our experienced team offers professional picture framing services on-site in the City of Durham. With hundreds of mouldings to choose from, our expertly trained staff will help you select the perfect frame to match your unique style. We also offer mount board cutting to any size, as well as various glass options, including standard, non-reflective, and UV-protected glass.

Picture Framing and Print Sales

Whether you require framing for paintings, photographs, sports shirts, 3D items, or needlework, our expertise ensures that your prized possessions are professionally presented. We deal directly with major manufacturers and suppliers of mouldings, guaranteeing that you receive the highest quality framing materials and expert advice.

Specialist Glass

For our more discerning clients, we stock Artglass AR 70, a premier glass option featuring low-iron substrate and invisible magnetron sputtered coating. This ensures true colours and reduced reflection, making it an ideal choice for photography and print glazing.

Artist and Photographer Collections

We feature original works by renowned artists, including Lucy Pittaway, Ian Squire, Scott Naismith, Thomas Joseph, and Ray Etchells. Our extensive collection of mounted and framed prints offers an array of styles and themes to suit any taste and decor.

Professional Headshot Photography

Our professional headshot photography session, lasting approximately thirty minutes, costs 40 plus VAT. You will receive up to ten edited electronic images for personal or professional use. Prints are available at an additional cost. Our state-of-the-art equipment ensures high-quality images that meet the requirements of your specific needs.

Printing Services

For all your printing needs, look no further than Durham City Studios. Our latest digital printing technology and software enable us to produce a vast range of products, including flyers, labels, and customised items. Our printing products cater to businesses and individuals alike, offering flexibility and affordability.

Label Printing

We offer customised label printing with a minimum order of just ten labels. Our label printing services cater to various shapes and sizes, ensuring that your labels accurately capture your brand and message.