Yuri Darius is a Surinamese American artist born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Surrounded by influential art from an early age, she was inspired to enroll in the High School of Art and Design, where she explored a range of artistic mediums—most notably, film photography. Her passion for the arts led her to earn a master's degree in Art Direction from Academy of Art University in San Francisco.

She’s an Art Director with over a decade of experience shaping visual narratives for many luxury brands across fashion, beauty, real estate, interior design, and resorts. Her work blends creative vision with strategic thinking, bringing together photography, video, 360 design, motion and branding. With a strong foundation in storytelling and a commitment to emotional clarity, she strives to create visuals that are both refined and impactful. Her aesthetic leans toward the clean and sophisticated—elegant without excess, purposeful in every detail. Whether it's a brand launch, campaign, or content strategy, she focuses on creating work that not only looks beautiful but also connects meaningfully with its audience.

A passionate photographic artist, Yuri uses her lens to capture the raw beauty of the natural world. With a keen eye for composition and a deep appreciation for light and shadow, she creates visuals that stir a sense of wonder and SOUL, an inner emotion expressed through fine art. Whether she’s capturing the stillness of water in long exposure, the vibrant depth of human expression, or the quiet power of a landscape, Yuri's portfolio reflects a rich and varied range of subjects and moods. Her artistry extends beyond fine art photography; she  travels on photographic expeditions, documents her journeys through video, and works hands-on in the darkroom to produce film. With each click of the shutter, Yuri Darius invites us to pause, look more closely, and rediscover the beauty in the world around us.