Tori Wible Photography Blog

Justin and Adina were the exact reason why I LOVE what I do!!  Their love story is just beginning but it is already full of memories!  I had so much fun documenting the day, starting with Justin and his guys.  They were incredibly excited and relaxed, most likely because everything was well-planned by this AMAZING couple.  They truly had a seamless day. 

Adina made me smile because she could not walk by one person without telling them how glad she was they came.  You could tell every single person was special to them and they wanted them to be there!  It was an intimate wedding full of details and love!  Thanks to both of you for allowing me to photograph the day! 

I can not wait to show you the rest…you have been very patient through the busy December.  Well worth the wait

An amazing FIRST LOOK!!!  Love everyone looking on!

Last spring I was asked to teach a Photographers Workshop in Vancouver.  I was so excited for the opportunity!  I love teaching almost as much as photography.  I put the word out and filled up within a day…what!  I knew I wanted to do something special and VINTAGE.  A photographer friend, Cheryl Boatman, introduced me to our models Lauren and Adam.  Lauren and Adam were married two years ago and did not get very many pictures at the time…they have them now and we all were thrilled to capture the love they share.  They were perfect fit for our ”Vintage Airplane Wedding“.

We started our day at The Marshall House for an amazing lunch.  Loved the chance to tell my story and experiences of my past 10 years of shooting.  Even better loved the new connections and friendship we were all making before heading out for a full day of shooting.

The background for the workshop was Pearson Air Museum – a perfect place to have your wedding day!  The staff was more than helpful and beyond thrilled to have us.  I would throw out ideas that I thought would for sure end with a “NO”, but to my surprise, I would get a  “yes”.   A World War II plane on the runway…ummmmmmm YESSSSS!!  I just could not believe all the amazing details we were able to pull off because of the museum’s help.

Because this workshop was out of state many people helped out!!  Check out the web sites at the bottom for the vendor list.

The styling of the shoot was done by Jacey   (http://www.eventsbyjacey.com/).  I so hope to work with her again!!  I loved shopping with her for this event.  We became instant friends!!  Thanks Jacey for the hard work, you made it extra special!

Every amazing day starts with the "getting ready"

The AWESOME vendors!

Venue – Pearson Air Museum
Hair and Makeup – Stephanie Crawford, Essentials Spa & Salon
Event Designer – Simply Inspired Weddings and Events 
Florist – Alexis Aho
Stationery –  Invitations Ink
Frames – The Rustic Poppy
Cupcakes – Simply Sweet

I left 15 days ago not knowing what Africa held for me.  I had no idea when I came back I would feel so challenged.  Challenged to listen to the calling on my life…the calling to serve.  I am trying to figure out a way to describe my trip in a short blog and it seems impossible!  It is impossible!  I have sat hear at my computer over a dozen times…started writing all my thoughts, seems a bit overwhelming.  Words do not feel like enough!   What I have is my photos, but so many feelings go with each image…with each image is a memory of amazing people who changed my life forever!  God spoke to me through the culture, the women, the worship and everything Kenyan…my heart was full of joy, sorrow, tears, and laughter.  I think I hit every emotion on my trip.  So grateful to all whom supported and prayed for me, and most of all grateful to an amazing team I had the honor to work alongside of, lead by an incredible leader.  Truly a blessed trip! 

Dandora Baptist Church- This is the old Worship Center.  Many of the women on the trip had the honor of sending our husbands last spring to help build the new worship center which will be completed in 2011.

The new worship center- Proud wives!!

Above is a photo out the window of our very bumpy bus….This would be my dad in Kenya…not exactly his recliner!

We spent several days at the WEEP center in Kibera.  This is where our team did well check on the preschoolers of the women in the program.   Those of us who were not fit to be in the medical field (me!!) helped do crafts and played with the kids…I mostly photographed them and they asked to see it.  They love to have pictures taken!

In the WEEP center the women with AIDS are taught trades and skills so that they can own their own business when they graduate.  The come into the center hopeless, sick and lonely, ready to give up…they leave business women.  I was very impressed by the friendships as well, you can feel the love and support!