Meet Will Belcher | Photographer & Creative Director

We had the good fortune of connecting with Will Belcher and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Will, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
Coming from a background of The Arts, I decided to further my exploration into a new form. Photography was a way I could express my most creative thoughts, and bring to life my ideas! I knew I wanted to learn how to do photography, but I didn’t want to start going into business with myself, and work with other clients until I could master how to use a camera. I actually started by taking pictures of my sister, and then began reaching out to models on instagram! Many people did not want to give me a chance because I was so new, but “GIVING UP” is just not in my vocabulary. I never did go to an art school or any training from local photographers… in other words it was just me and my camera! While it has taken a long time to learn, I am proud to be a self taught photographer!

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
My art is an expression of myself, and a reflection of the events in my life! I love finding amazing locations, and working with local artist to create my “Masterpiece.” What sets me apart from others is the my emotion of my photographs, and the tones I achieve with color grading and trying new things each time so I won’t limit my imagination. The reason I am where I am today is due to all the Talented individuals I have gotten to work with, and my determination to be successful and prosperous doing what I love! It was most certainly not easy! I have had many ” NO’s” that I have had to endure! I had to learn that in order to be a success, you have to be in love with your future, and remember who you are! what I want everyone to know about my brand and story is I am constantly evolving, and learning new things….in other words ” Rome wasn’t built in a day.”

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
My favorite Go-To spots would have to be Toast for brunch! their Ricotta Pancakes are super tasty with the Applewood bacon on the side! I love a good breakfast to start my day, and then I might would take them to The belt line to little five points for a little thrifting (which is where I get all my photoshoot wardrobe) I really love vintage clothes, and there are so many options in little five points! After a great time thrifting I would bring them to The Roof at Ponce City Market for some Music and drinks!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to give a big shoutout to Mom Christy Belcher and my Dad Gregory Belcher for being my support system when I make big decisions in my career! Also shoutout to my Brother Rand Belcher for being the first to encourage me to do photography way before I even got my first camera, and my Sister Gracie Belcher who was my first model! While I could go on about my shoutouts with Models and Mua and Hair artist and brands my family is my biggest supporter, and I feel grateful to get to work with so many creative people!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willbelcher_/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillGBelcher/

Image Credits
photo: Will Belcher
Models: Dom Willi, Jake Kaufman, Mackenzie Boden, Haley Larkin, Kamden Cotton, Brock Bowers, Lily Klinar, Zach Boerner