Ace professional photographer Shaun Vadella took these stunning shots of Mr. David Archuleta (original here… and here open at your own risk) during the video shoot for his sizzling new summer jam, I’m Yours.
You may be wondering, however, what other products and services are responsible for such a work of art. You’re in luck! Our crack team of researchers* has unearthed all the bts deets!
Shampoo: Generic drugstore brands could never have created these ultra-rich waves, so soft a baby squirrel was seen tiptoeing up that rock to make a nest at the crown of luscious brown curls.
No, this was bespoke hair elixir, blended from the tears of Chilean hummingbirds and raw Egyptian crypto honey, drawn from the hives of a thousand free-range bees raised beside speakers softly playing the Build-A-Bear song.
Shaving products: For scruff as soft as the down on a black swan gosling, a special oil was applied daily on set… applications for this important role were received in the thousands from such faraway places as Iceland and Guildwood Village (full disclosure, that’s where I’m from, but it’s purely coincidence).
The person hired is now in seclusion recovering from the experience, which they described as “vibes so immaculate, how do I go on with my mundane existence??” before breaking into heaving sobs.
Wardrobe: Stylist Anthony Garza clearly brought his A-game to this project, but Anthony wasn’t the only one. A team of professional dandruff sweepers were also on hand to brush away any “snow” from those ArchuShoulders but *spoiler* there wasn’t a single fleck! Guess it was that special shampoo (see above)!
This team was so dedicated, however, they never left the set and were seen poised just out of camera range holding their artisanal brushes, crafted from the manes of albino unicorns hand-fed D’Arch’s favourite brand of chips and salsa.
*we have no such team
Footwear: Admittedly, my special interest, I was thrilled to hear that the shoes in this shot had excellent treads!
In fact, in order to ensure Archie didn’t fall through the globe (which is actually a light fixture from the Kardashians’ summer house), he was super-glued in place and, omg, has anyone gone to set him free???!!!!!
Sunscreen: Newly engineered products were imported from Switzerland with SPF18282638202.
This level of solar protection was essential since these areas of ArchuEpidermis have not been exposed in a David Archuleta photoshoot since… well, ever.
Accessories: A tasteful array of accessories was created by local artisans to complement the natural beauty of …. the surroundings.
Fun fact: The chain around the tree branch in the bottom left corner of the photo was originally planned to be used as a necklet but safety nerds on set were worried that “the whole structure could collapse!!!” … sheesh, it’s called fashion, people!
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In case you’ve been trapped under something heavy & missed it, here’s the entire I’m Yours video extravaganza!
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p.p.s.
So so so grateful to the lovely and amazing Shelley, Melissa & John for sharing their videoooooos from the San Diego Pride celebration on Sunday!! Oh to have been there!!!
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Live version of I’m Yours from San Diego Pride captured by the lovely & amazing Melissa!! THE CHOREOOOOOO!!! I am literally shook… like, add some chicken legs & bake me in the oven.. SHOOK!!! Who is this and what have you done with The Archuleta??!!!!!! So flippin’ GOOD!!!!
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BRAND NEW SONG ALERT!!!! AFRAID TO LOVE!!!! I AM NOT AFRAID TO LOOOOOVE IT!!!! What do you guys think?? (credit: John Shue, thank youuuuu!!)
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Intro & ALTNOY (thanks to the lovely & amazing Shelley!!)
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OK, All Right (thx Shell!!!) WITH A WHOLE DANCE ROUTINE!!! Words can’t express how much I love this!!!!
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Up!!! (thanks, Shelley!!!) Love this song!! The vocals on this are inSANE!!! & D’s hugs smile when he sings “I’ve already won!” *sobs*
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Up All Night!!! (credit: Melissa)
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1D’s That’s What Makes You Beautiful (credit: Shell): with Masked Singer choreoooooo!!!
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True Colours (credit: Shelley)… I have loved every version of this song by David, just beautiful!
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Blinded by the Light (credit: Shelley)
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TMH!!! (awww D. trying to reach Melissa’s hand! ❤ ❤ <3… and then someone else’s, “I can’t reach, I’m too short!” lolololol
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Crush with new pronouns & Lorenzo’s sign and SO MANY EMOTIONSSSSSSS!!!! (thx. Melissa!!!)
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A Thousand Miles (thx. Melissa!)
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I Am Light (w/David’s beautiful intro)… thx. Melissa! Grab your tissues because this is stunningly gorgeous!! *manifesting a collab with India Arie!!!*