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!!!*
SnowAngelz: Canadian fans of David Archuleta 
Omg this is so good! 🤣🤣 the archu-epidermis line. Thanks so much I laughed so hard at all of this. All the video links too! ❤️
hahaha thanks, Sheila!! ❤ & those videos are GOLD!!!
This is just the BEST Deb!! I’ve been wondering about all those unique products David used to keep so youthful and handsome! Thank you for that undercover information! And thank you for all the video links! All Day and all Night…haven’t been able to get enough! I’m probably responsible for most of the views on your videos, Shelley, Melissa and John! Thank you!!
same re the video views, hahaha
Hi Deb!!! I was so happy to see your great Page about David and his new beginnings! You had me laughing and smiling throughout it all! Thank you so much for doing all the BTS investigative reporting! It made my day….week….month and year! It felt like old times….and all the love and laughter you have always provided for the fans! David was on fire and being able to see all the videos in one place…and one time is heaven on earth!!! Thank you Deb and thank you David for keeping fans…upclose and a little personal! Laughter is the best medicine….and you are keeping us all healthier! You are the Best, and so is David!!! ♥♥
aww thanks, Sharon! ❤️ David is the gift that keeps on giving, isn’t he? 🥰
Absolutely….that is who that quote/saying was first made about….David! He shares his music and his heart so unselfishly and authentically doesn’t he? Two gifts in one very special package! ♥ ♥
Thanks for dusting off the keys to produce this little gem. Only 1 question – is the shampoo certified organic? PS. i am a little too not over SD Pride and likely never will be. Every song. Every dang song he killed. i know it’s weird but you’ll understand, the videos and comments and post about SD Pride make me feel like i was there so much so i couldn’t sleep that night and i’m actually still on concert high. anyone else?
100%!! And I don’t ever want it to stooooop! 🎶😎 Love seeing D. showered with so much love… he truly deserves it all!! ❤️
….me too Janey….a little not over all the energy and talent! I can only imagine all the new fans that he made! ♥
Omg! This is fricking awesome! I am so in for this boys career! Love him and love u TOfan❤️❤️❤️🌈🌈🌈🙏
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This is terrific and wow, thanks Deb for the great info on everything that keeps D looking tiptop, lol. So funny, l love your writing. 😀. So appreciate this, such a great compilation of videos (so thankful to those who supplied them). Some fabulous photos of D too. Can’t say enough how proud I am of David, he’s a star. What a performer! The singing, the choreography, his dancing is fabulous!
Absolutely love his new song, did from first listen. Sounds like a hit to me. Love the music, the lyrics and of course the voice is always top notch.
Would love to see him at the grammys, singing, dancing (and winning an award). One can dream. He sooooo…deserves it. He really is incredible. ❤️
Yes to all of it, Pepp!! 🙌🏼😍👍🏼 Dare I say, Everything & More? 🙈🤣🤣
p.p.s.s. Honorable mention to the lyric changes in Crush and Up All Night ♥ and double honorable HONORABLE mention to the unbelievable SD PRIDE set list, truly an understated superpower of David’s, and I’m not here to deny it.
Yes! Yes! and Yes! And love the intro to True Colours, as well… seeing these songs in a whole new light, love it!
Oh Deb, thank you thank you for this! And man do I need some of that shampoo😂
Haven’t had a chance to watch all the videos yet but what I’ve seen, he was in typical form, just killin’ it! Feels so good seeing him up there doing what he was destined to do. And the crowd loved him!
Heard an amazing soulful blip on your instagram today. Anything you’re aware of we should be looking out for?
I wish he would sing more on social media, short covers, etc. I only do Instagram, so as far as anything else I haven’t a point of reference.
Quick “wave” to everyone. So good to see you!
great to “see” you, emmegirl!! If you’re on Instagram, you’ve probably seen this, which blew me away! https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cv0VlT6Ob_O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==