Capturing the Humanity of Moments

I’M WILL, AN ADVENTUROUS WEDDING & COUPLE PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN SEATTLE & DOCUMENTING REAL LOVE STORIES WORLDWIDE.

Will Griner, Wedding Photographer for Fika Foto — Hello, I’m so glad you’re here!

My name is Will & capturing the humanity of moments is what fuels me. The hugs you can feel, the soft touches, the tears falling, the never ending smiles, the moments between mom & dad - those are the ones I want to capture!
More of what it FEELS like not just what it looks like. Telling stories has always been my favorite, but words tend to get lost or forgotten so I tell them the best way I know how - through photographs!
My style & approach to shooting is not your traditional photographer’s way of doing things. I am not into the awkward posing type of storytelling but the raw, emotional, candid, exactly-where-you-are type of storytelling. I’m genuinely interested in attracting clients & couples that connect strongly with my work & who put trust in me & my vision.
I work hard to only take a select number of weddings per year that align with these qualities to give my clients the attention they need & deserve. To me, no adventure is too big & no country is too far. I will go to the edge, get in the mud, do anything for the shot to make my clients feel something!

LET'S CONNECT

Throughout our time together, you can bet I’ll help you find vendors, organize your timeline, & even help with what to have for lunch (kidding, unless you’re serious)!

I’m here to help however I can & will make your photography the last thing you have to worry about, so you can enjoy yourself & be present in the moment on your special day. When you invest your trust & money with me, I’ll invest everything I have into you, your experience & your memories!

Hi, I’m Will

When I’m not out photographing some of the most beautiful souls on the planet, you can usually find me playing Super Hot on my Oculus (Meta?) Quest; running around a park with my partner Joe & our pup Charlie; or hanging out with friends & family in our home.

I'm always looking for new plants, the next dog to pet & anything beige. And whether you and I are getting vulnerable over coffee, hitting the road for an adventure, or telling your story through photos, I’m here to make sure you feel fully seen and deeply loved!

Core Values

COMMUNITY

I’ve loved doing life alongside others for as long as I can remember, whether that’s sitting around a table sharing a meal, having heart-to-hearts with coffee in hand, or giving friends and family a space in our home to come as they are and be what they need. Honestly, being invited into the most important season of your life feels a lot like becoming family. I don’t want to be just another vendor, but a lifelong friend.
AUTHENTICITY

Your story is unique and deserves to be told in the most authentic way possible. So, you can trust that I’ll never ask you to scale a mountain if you’re afraid of heights, to jump on your man’s back if you’re not into that, or to do anything else that isn’t true to you.
TRUST

I’ve got your back. Always. I’ll come to your wedding day or photo session with a vision and a plan so you can relax, stay present, and truly enjoy our time together. When you trust me, I can do my best work for you.
CREATIVITY

I want to create photos that are set apart and meaningful to you, and sometimes that means throwing out the shot list and focusing on the moments that matter. My work has its own style and voice, but your story is what brings it to life.
VULNERABILITY

Maybe it’s because I wear my heart on my sleeve – I’m all about sharing the messy, unfiltered, and in-between stuff of life. And I know having your photo taken can feel incredibly vulnerable, so I hope that by being real with you, you can do the same for me.
LOVE

From meeting on a dating app to saying our vows in the Olympic Mountains, doing life with my partner, Joseph, has been more incredible, imperfect, and life-giving than I could have ever imagined. I firmly believe in the meaning of marriage and truly value what it stands for: a covenant and not a contract, just two imperfect people coming together to walk through this life hand in hand. Marriage is the best, and I can’t wait for you to embark on this journey!

"It’s like hanging out with your best friend!'

Will captures who you are as people with such ease and grace! He makes you feel comfortable in your own skin and in front of the camera, it's more like hanging out with your best friend rather than being photographed by a photographer. We will forever cherish the moments he has documented of us for the rest of our days. No words can describe how much we love Will and his beautiful soul!
- Grace & Brandon
"His joyful, caring spirit helped my fiancé enjoy the day."

I searched high and low for a photographer for engagement photos and Will was recommended to me by another high-end photographer. Will was so kind and organized via email when describing what to expect for the day of the photo shoot.

My fiancé was not thrilled with the idea of taking engagement photos, but once he met Will, his joyful and caring spirit engaged him and helped him enjoy the day.
- Jeanne & Spencer
"Will made me feel truly seen, heard, and understood."

I tend to stiffen up in front of the camera and not be real. But Will makes you feel like he truly sees you, hears you, and understands you - and when you feel cared for like that, you're able to let your guard down and be more of who you are.
He was easy to trust on our wedding day; I never felt like I had to instruct him or ask her to do anything. I just knew I could trust him to do the thing he does so well.
If you're thinking about hiring Will - do it! You'll get a new friend and precious photos that beautifully capture the most special day of your life.
- Tessica & Connor
"He makes awkward situations fun and natural."

Will is the absolute best! The second we met him, it was as if we had been friends for years. He has such a warm and caring heart and is a doll to be around. He is easy to work with and makes awkward poses and situations fun and natural.
- Tanessa & Andrew