Capture Your Memories
Preserve What Matters Most
Experience the highest quality in photo, slide, and negative scanning, all handled locally with meticulous care and precision. Our services ensure color-accurate results, tailored for the Charleston, SC community with convenient local pickup and delivery options.
Unmatched Image Scanning Services
Experience the pinnacle of image digitization with Dekka Studios, where every scan is a masterpiece of clarity and color accuracy.
State-of-the-Art Equipment
Our advanced Sony digital capturing system and macro lens technology ensure each image is captured with unparalleled detail and precision.
Comprehensive Handling
We offer meticulous care for your photos, slides, and negatives, ensuring they are returned in pristine condition.
Convenient Local Services
Enjoy the ease of local pickup and delivery in Charleston, SC, eliminating the need to ship your precious memories.
Why Choose Dekka Studios?
When your memories or historical archives deserve more than a quick scan, Dekka Studios delivers premium-quality digitization using a professional Sony A7R V camera and macro lens system. Our custom white-balanced light table captures every detail with true-to-life accuracy – far beyond traditional flatbed or consumer scanners.
We specialize in preserving photos, slides, and negatives for families, photographers, businesses, and institutions throughout the Lowcountry and beyond.
- ✅ Local pickup and delivery available
- ✅ No need to mail irreplaceable originals
- ✅ Clean, dust-free handling with great attention to detail
- ✅ Stunning resolution – ideal for reprints, archiving, or display
What We Can Scan
Prints & Photographs
- Standard prints (wallet to 8×10): $0.85 each
- Oversized photos or fragile originals: Custom quote
Slides
- 35mm mounted slides: $1.25 each
- Dust removal, cropping, and orientation included
Negatives
- 35mm film strips: $0.95 per frame
- 120 / medium format: $1.50 per frame
- Other negative formats: Contact us for options
Business & Institutional Archiving
We offer bulk scanning solutions for corporate archives, museums, art studios, and academic institutions. Contact us for a tailored quote and handling plan.
How It Works
- Get a Free Quote
Tell us what you have and what you need. We’ll give you a simple quote or schedule a consultation. - Pickup or Drop-Off
We offer local pickup and delivery throughout Charleston and surrounding areas. Prefer to ship? We can help with safe packing and insured options. - Precision Scanning
Every image is captured using our high-resolution camera system with white-balanced lighting. We handle your materials carefully, clean gently, and scan with precision. - Digital Delivery
Choose USB drive, secure cloud folder, or both. We also return your originals exactly as we received them.
Optional Enhancements
- Basic color correction & rotation: Included
- Advanced photo restoration: Starting at $5/image
- Photo slideshow or print compilation: Available by request
Pickup & Delivery Service
Many clients hesitate to mail family photos or slides – and we understand. That’s why we offer convenient, personal pickup and delivery across the Charleston metro area.
- Pickup & Delivery Zone: Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, North Charleston, West Ashley, and nearby towns
- Fee: $10–$30 depending on distance
- Minimum order for local pickup: $75
Shipping Options
For large projects or business clients outside our immediate area, we do accept shipped orders. We recommend:
- Packing with care (we can provide tips)
- Choosing insured, trackable delivery
- Using signature-required services
Minimum order for shipped projects: $150
We will return your originals using the same level of care and protection.
Who We Work With
- Families preserving generations of photo albums
- Photographers digitizing their archives
- Small businesses and law firms backing up records
- Artists and studios preparing portfolios
- Historical societies and museums
Why Quality Matters
Most consumer scanning services compress your files, flatten your colors, or risk damage in transit. At Dekka Studios, we work one-on-one with you to ensure each image is handled with care and captured at stunning resolution – suitable for editing, reprinting, or long-term preservation.
We believe your history deserves more than a quick scan.
Why Quality Matters
Most consumer scanning services compress your files, flatten your colors, or risk damage in transit. At Dekka Studios, we work one-on-one with you to ensure each image is handled with care and captured at stunning resolution – suitable for editing, reprinting, or long-term preservation.
We believe your history deserves more than a quick scan.
Ready to Get Started?
Let’s talk about your project. Whether you have one box or a whole attic, we’re here to help.
Request a Quote
Or call Mike directly at (610) 704-4249
📍 Based in Summerville, SC – Serving Greater Charleston, SC
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you clean the photos or negatives before scanning?
We use anti-static brushes and air blowers to gently clean surfaces. Heavily soiled items may need additional prep or restoration.
What file types do I receive?
Standard delivery is in high-resolution JPEG. TIFF and RAW options are available upon request.
Can you scan photo albums without removing the photos?
Yes, in many cases we can photograph full album pages – or carefully scan individual prints.