darci adele

image maker & storyteller

A woman dressed in a dark, period costume with a crown stands near a body of water with bare tree branches around her and a swan in the water, in black and white.
A young woman with dark red hair dressed in an off-shoulder cream-colored dress with lace details, holding a gold hand mirror, standing in a wooded area during sunset.
Two women lying on the ground outdoors, dressed in nature-inspired gowns with floral accessories, next to a tree and surrounded by purple flowers and green foliage.
Two women dressed in white robes holding apples, standing in a dark forest with dappled sunlight on their clothing.
Two women lying on a leafy ground next to a basket of vegetables, including artichokes and radishes, with green foliage in the background.
Two women standing close together in front of a backdrop of purple wisteria flowers, holding hands, with one woman’s head resting on the other’s shoulder, both wearing white clothing.

About Me

I’m a visual storyteller and image maker drawn to the magical, the melancholic, and the meaningful. My work is rooted in art direction, styling, and prop-making, often inspired by medieval iconography, folklore, and the richly symbolic world of Pre-Raphaelite painting. Through a research-led, semiology-focused approach, I create narratives that feel both historical and otherworldly, inviting viewers to step into spaces where myth, memory, and emotion quietly intertwine.

I believe storytelling lives in the details: in the weight of a garment, the texture of a handmade object, the placement of a single flower. Whether directing a fashion editorial, designing a product, or crafting a set, my aim is always to evoke, to transport, and to build spaces for escapism and imagination.

A woman with dark wavy hair wearing a blue dress with small green patterns, leaning forward in a vintage-themed room with lace curtains, potted plants, and framed pictures.
A woman with long, wavy red hair lying on a patterned green and gold sofa, resting her head on her arm, in a dimly lit room.
A woman with long, curly brown hair, wearing a light-colored top, holding a metal sword with both hands near her chest, in a dimly lit room with warm tones.