Makers and distributors of fine art and commercial photographic materials
About us

Originating deep in the science and technology of darkroom chemistry and paper, Fotospeed has used its technical expertise and understanding of image making to create a range of digital imaging products second to none. Recent company acquisitions mean that we are now able to offer Kaiser equipment and Herma adhesive products. With 30 years experience we know that the needs of image makers are constantly evolving and we pride ourselves that we will continually meet these ever changing demands.

Meet the team! Everyone at Fotospeed is dedicated to ensuring that your requirements are met. From the moment your order is placed to the point it is dispatched. If you need technical support or straight forward advice or information - we are here to help.

John Herlinger

John Herlinger, Director
John's first exposure to photography was when his father built a step in the family darkroom so he could reach the dishes! Sometime later after working for various London studios he joined one of the world's leading photo-material manufacturers eventually working overseas to set up selling and distribution companies. With a wealth of marketing and photographic experience it was an ambition fulfilled when he established Fotospeed. The world of image making has under gone a huge change in recent years and it is John's simple philosphy of listening to the customer and meeting their needs which has meant that Fotospeed is now one the the leading suppliers of materials to the imaging market.

Jan Herlinger

Jan Herlinger, Director
With a firm background in adminstration and finance Jan began working with Fotospeed from the outset.  Things have grown rapidly since the early days and now she heads up a buzzing admin and finance team - where all the hard work is done!  

Andrew Wood

Andrew Wood
He uttered his first Kaiser code 25 years ago! There isn't a thing he doesn't know about imaging equipment particularly the Kaiser and Herma products. He's a whizz with order processing and a mine of technical information. When he's not busy with orders there's time to relax with the peaceful tranquility of fishing.

Not forgetting the rest of the team, Vince Cater (Production) Ray Grace (Technical) Toby Herlinger (Sales) Ron Low (Purchasing) Rob McComb (Dispatch) Charlie Moorby (Administration) Ibrahim Sanyang (Production) Steve Whitehouse (Dispatch) We'll run a bi-op on everyone so you will get to know us.  

UK distributors for:
Kaiser
Hahnemuhle
Fotospeed
Herma
Ansmann
Fluid Mask
Our products are all featured in downloadable pdfs.