Mary Jean Murphy is a boudoir photographer in Petaluma, California and also a member of Boudoir International! Mary photographed Mikhayla for this pin-up inspired editorial, and we love the sweet and colorful aspect of these photos!
Model:
Mikhayla
Hair/Makeup Artist:
makeup by M.A.C.
What was your overall vision for the shoot, or – how did you decide to shoot this concept?
Modern Pin-Up was most definitely the theme! I was inspired by a series of modern pin-up photos of Bar Rafaeli. http://www.hollyscoop.com/galleries/bar-refaeli-sassy-pin-photos
I liked that it wasn’t over done when it came to hair/makeup and sets. It really wanted to capture the Pin-Up look with a modern twist.
Did you work with a stylist, or did you style all the outfits/accessories yourself?
The styling was a collaboration of Mikhayla and myself. I’ve work with Mikhayla before and knew she had fabulous style. We met for a consultation prior to our shoot and planned out every detail of the shoot. We looked at Pinterest boards together for inspiration on makeup, hair, clothing, sets etc…. This also insured we were on the same page when it came to all of these things. It’s kind of like bringing a photo of a hairstyle you’d like the stylist to recreate vs. trying to explain your hairdresser this new style. A photo is worth a million words!
If you could choose the most important pieces of the styling or set in your images that you would say set the tone for the whole shoot what would they be?
The color RED! Red lipstick and heels where a must! Headbands were an essential part of the look. Cropped tops & high waisted bottoms were important parts for the wardrobe.
Photographers always know that nothing goes to plan in a editorial shoot where there are so many elements that have to come together, overcoming them and still getting killer images is what makes us pro. 🙂 What challenges did you face?
The laundry mat scene was probably the most challenging prior to the shoot. I was hoping it was not going to be busy and having good light! Fortunately, we shot on a weekday so it was quite. Just one lucky guy and his dog were there for all the fun! The front of the laundry mat was all windows so that worked out perfectly as well.
Describe the setting of the shoot/location, and how it inspired you:
I used a number of different locations for this shoot! The studio shots were done with natural window light on a GORGEOUS “Drop it Modern” background. The laundry mat really inspired me, I’ve been dying to shoot in one for quite some time and for this shoot, it was perfect! We also went to a soda shop called “LaLa’s” which added to the modern/vintage vibe.
Just for fun: Did you create a mood board? If so, would you be willing to send it/share it with us?
I have a Pin-Up mood board…..http://www.pinterest.com/maryjmurphy/pin-ups/
Would you want to recreate this shoot for your clients? Or was this a one-of-a-kind original?
I would most definitely do more Modern Pin-Up shoots. In fact, I’d like to make it a signature style. I’m not sure about recreating it exactly…….maybe portions of it. I think it’s best if someone wants to do a shoot like this to use it as inspiration, but then make it your own.
Thank you Mary, for sharing your editorial with us! If you’re in the Petaluma area and looking for a boudoir photographer, check out Mary Jean Murphy Photography!
You can also view Mary’s website here.
