Monday Marry Me:: Trinity Tie Knot, why not?

The other day I saw the Eldredge knot struting itself across the web. I figured there were other types of knots that could also work for a fresher look on the wedding groom. So I found the source of this wisdom and highly recommend it to anyone who gets lost with tuxedos and menswear in general (like I do occasionally, hehe). For example, do you know the difference between a 1-,2-, and 3-button suit? Now I do! ;D

Behold, the Trinity Knot: 

(I especially recommend this knot if you, bride, have a trinity engagement ring. It makes a lovely symbolic combination! :) )

 Oh, and for all of you South Americans out there: don't forget to eat gnocchi for some extra weight in your pocket. (Yup. Today's the 29th.) ;)

Source: BlackLapel.com

Monday Marry Me:: Bow Tie

Say YES to the BOW TIE.

Needles to say, can't get classier (or more fun) than that. 

My tip: let the groom choose the style, that way it will reflect his personality you fell in love with. ;)

As I catch up with editing, I am slowly sharing my favorites. I absolutely LOVE the lighting I did for these images (though it was quite accidental). If you are wondering how I did it let me know and I might just add a tutorial for my studio light set-ups. What do you think??

Models: Apryl Poulsen & Brian Nix

Tux: Tuxedo Wearhouse

Wedding Dress: Allyse's Bridal

Bow ties: Black (Tuxedo Wearhouse), striped and purple ones (ask Brian) :)

Friday Frenzy: Great minds think alike...

Any resemblance is mere coincidence--imagine my surprise when I open my first issue of Vogue and find the photo to the left there!! I felt I was one step closer to success ;D

PS: LOVED the fact they used Jennifer Lawrence in a real Christian Dior campaign.

Photo to the left: Courtesy of Dior

Love|Hate Relationship

This is how it works with anyone who has read Shakespeare: you either love him, or you hate him.

For me it's both--there's nothing like dissecting his plays into deeper meaning, 

but it does require some mental sweat.

If I weren't a photography major I would be an English literature teacher instead--they are the true philosophers nowadays.

So this is my interpretation of Polonius' advice to his son Laertes, in my favorite Shakespeare play: Hamlet.

Random pop culture fact: Did you know The Lion King is the children's version for Hamlet? So if you were wondering what happens in the play but don't feel like reading iambic pentameter, just watch the Disney movie! ;D

I made this for my video class....Granted, I shot this earlier in the semester, but only edited it this week. Our professor asked us to think conceptually, so that's what I came up with. =P

A Shakesperean Chase from Camilla Myrrha on Vimeo.
My interpretation of Polonius' advice--what happens when you are (or are not) true to thyself.

Many thanks to the twins Amber and Aubri for helping me make this happen! =D

Monday Marry Me:: Bridal Hairstyle Inspiration ::Braided Bang Sock Bun

Why not give the sock bun a "braided twist"?

Ideal for the untraditional and fun bride that will be dancing a lot and doesn't want to deal with clumsy hair during the festivities. It definitely lends the bride a unique look everyone will be jealous of!

Friday Frenzy: BFA

Today I am DEFINITELY in a HUGE FRENZY.

Yesterday I received my acceptance letter to the BFA Photography program at Brigham Young University. That meant a late Easter Lindt chocolate bunny and a little bacon cheeseburger ALL TOPPINGS at Five Guys (because nothing else was open at 9:30PM here in Provo, UT) for celebration and all the emoji I could put on Instagram (follow me @cmyrrha).

In case you are wondering, I was already a BA photo major at BYU, but this means I get to take an extra years of advanced photography classes and work on personal photography projects. PLUS I get access and priority to photo equipment and the studio.

When I first decided to be a photo major, I turned in 10 of my best images. Somehow they were impressive enough that the professors saw some potential in me. In case you are wondering, these are the images I turned 1.5 years ago for the BA:

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(moment of silence for how bad it was)


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Yeeeep. Similarly, ever since I got in the BA (Bachelor of Arts) I've been working on finding myself in terms of what I want (and like) to photograph, what my style is, and where I want to take all of this. A handful of photography classes, 100+ hours later (including dozens of hours in each image--it's incredible how much time I can spend on a SINGLE photo) and session after session of self-criticism, I applied to the Bachelor of Fine Arts. This is the portfolio I sent in in a beautiful black leather case (note: it's SOOO much more of a wholesome experience when you are actually flipping pages between the true archival prints I made myself):

See the difference? See the growth? Just a little bit. Let's see what it will look like a year from now, and then tell me what you think.

I'm extremely satisfied that I was able to prove myself that I can do this. I needed this validation. What the future holds for me? I have a few things in mind, so we'll see what happens next. ;)

Monday Marry Me: Bridal Hairdo Inspiration {French Twist}

The FRENCH TWIST

for the classy & elegant bride

 Can't go wrong with it!

Friday Frenzy: Favorite Photo of the Week

This one I saw before it happened. Love happened.

Model: Sydney Yarro

MUA: Janell Turley

Hairstylist: Mikayla Gogan

Blush bridal gown: Lauren James Bridal & Formal

Teapot: Thrifted

About bridals in the studio...and the color pink.

I used to think the sterile studio was only for traditional portraiture and commercial imagery. 

Now my perspective has changed: a studio is like a blank canvas that lets you control light and do wonders.

I am loving these bridals in the studio.

And now I wish I had had a PINK wedding dress. *_*

Models: Riley Yarro & Sydney Yarro
MUA: Janell Turley
Hairstylist: Mikayla Gogan
Assistant & Babysitter: Vivian Aidukaitis
Wedding Gowns: Lauren James Bridal & Formal (the pink one is the ONLY pink bridal gown they have--couldn't get more exclusive than that!) ;)