Val Gelineau

Val Gelineau is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PhotoSpin, a company based in San Pedro, California, specializing in affordable stock photography. He has played a crucial role in making high-quality photography accessible to designers and other creatives. Prior to establishing PhotoSpin, Gelineau was involved in the photography industry, which laid the groundwork for his entrepreneurial venture.1

Gelineau's vision for PhotoSpin was to provide a platform where users could access royalty-free images at reasonable prices, catering not only to graphic designers but also to a broader audience.3 He co-founded the company alongside David Robey and Joeaux Robey, focusing on innovative subscription models for image access.23

Despite its initial success, it's noteworthy that PhotoSpin ceased operations in August 2018 due to financial difficulties.4