When I was asked to photograph Chrissy's bridal shower, I had no idea about the extent of the celebration, the traditions, and the colour and joy that would burst out of this day! Chrissy and David were preparing to get married back home in Tanzania, Africa in August... and I had the privilege of capturing Chrissy's pre-wedding celebration here!! They did ask us to photograph their actual wedding in Tanzania too... which we obviously would have been a dream come true, but unfortunately we couldn't work it around other bookings... gutted!!!! It looks like they had an incredible big day over there though :)
I left this bridal shower just feeling totally filled with joy - us kiwis have a thing or two to learn from these beautiful African people about celebrating!! They sure know how to party! There are no limits, no inhibitions. There is freedom to dance and sing and laugh and talk to your heart's content! There is colour galore, bright happy smiles... and more dancing. There is music and drumming and good food... and more dancing! There are speeches and gifts, words of wisdom from mighty women... and more dancing!
It was an absolute, total privilege to see such passionate culture, and to celebrate with these incredibly beautiful women xo
I left this bridal shower just feeling totally filled with joy - us kiwis have a thing or two to learn from these beautiful African people about celebrating!! They sure know how to party! There are no limits, no inhibitions. There is freedom to dance and sing and laugh and talk to your heart's content! There is colour galore, bright happy smiles... and more dancing. There is music and drumming and good food... and more dancing! There are speeches and gifts, words of wisdom from mighty women... and more dancing!
It was an absolute, total privilege to see such passionate culture, and to celebrate with these incredibly beautiful women xo
Chrissy was veiled for her entrance... and after some time, David and his crew of men were danced in to unveil her. They went away after this to leave the women there to give Chrissy useful marriage advice and plenty of gifts, and to perform for her!
Chrissy and David, I am so happy for you! You are a beautiful, humble couple and it really has been so lovely getting to know you through this!! We were so disappointed to miss your wedding day - but we know the celebrations must have been even bigger and brighter! Thank you for allowing me to see your amazing culture and inviting me to capture this awesome time for you. Love and blessings! xx