Born 1984 in Virginia, USA. Lives in Amsterdam, NL. Specialising in portraiture and advertising photography, Darren has a signature for iconic, bold, and colourful style.
Darren’s work explores self-expression, identity, and belonging. His striking studio portraits capture moments of vivid transformation, often focusing on individuals who embrace their identities with boldness and authenticity. His pieces transcend traditional portrait photography, transforming powerful visuals into fine art pieces.
Growing up in a small town in the Appalachian Mountains, where individuality often felt constrained, Smith developed a deep appreciation for those who challenge norms through personal expression.
Smith’s work blends fine art with participatory storytelling, engaging with his subjects in a way that goes beyond documentation. His photography has earned recognition across commercial, editorial, and fine art spaces, with collaborations with brands, advertising agencies, and production companies across Europe and the United States.
His first book Mayflies was published 2024 by Lecturis and distributed internationally by IDEA books.
client list: adidas originals, BLacklight entertainment, Krasloten, KRO-NCV, Le Wagon, McDonald’s NL, NIX18, radio radio, Oostwegel Collection, Rijksoverheid, TOTO, Nederlands Loterij, Q-Music, Visit Maastricht, Visit Scotland, Westknits
agencies: DFIR communications, TBWA, ROORDA, Steamtalmark, studio vij780
agencies: DFIR communications, TBWA, ROORDA, Steamtalmark, studio vij780