Visual Strategy · Algorithmic Processes · Interactive 3D
WHERE CURATION MEETS CREATION, AT THE INTERSECTION OF LIMITLESS IMAGINATION & IDEATION
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OBSCURA takes its name from the camera obscura, the dark‑room device that first turned light into image. That same collision of curiosity and mechanism drives everything I do.
I’m Darian, a creative director and visual builder based in Denver. My practice sits at the intersection of art‑history research, design strategy, and modern toolmaking. The goal is always the same: give ideas a sharper visual form so they travel further and stick longer.
What I work on
Creative direction and brand strategy
Logo and identity design
Generative image and motion pipelines (diffusion, GLSL, custom shaders)
Interactive 3D captures and Gaussian‑splat visualizations
No‑code prototypes and lightweight web builds
Album and cover artwork
Custom stock imagery, photo restoration, and advanced retouching
AI consultation and workflow design
Hands‑on workshops for teams and independent creators
Specialized Services
Interactive 3D / Gaussian Splat Visuals
Web‑native captures and product spin‑ups that let viewers explore spaces, retail corners, or hero items from any angle—no plug‑ins required.Digital Art & Concept Imaging
Art‑history‑rooted visuals for ad campaigns, key art, or collectible prints. Includes generative motion loops and stills ready for large‑format output.Targeted Content Builds
Suite‑based assets for web, social, and print: headline imagery, short‑form video, and tracked QR activations that push audiences to your next touchpoint.Photo Restoration & Retouch
High‑resolution scans, scratch repair, tone rebuilds, and color fidelity upgrades that return damaged or faded photos to production‑quality condition.Site & Brand Tune‑Ups
Lean web builds (static or no‑code), on‑point typography and palette consults, plus SEO pillars and lightweight marketing roadmaps.1‑on‑1 Skill Sessions
Live Discord workshops in Photoshop, prompt engineering, or custom ChatGPT workflows—tailored to your current project, not a generic syllabus.