STORY
Pacific Park is the amusement park on the Santa Monica Pier in California, built from Charlotte's own photographs of the pier and the beach beside it, in the evening light.
Using her signature multi layer photographic technique, Charlotte composites many of her own frames into one image, the way a film editor assembles a scene from many takes. Here the beach and the rides mix.
Charlotte remembers the crowd: people walking, taking rides, enjoying the beach. Those walking on the pier are the sharpest part of the artwork. Riders on the West Coaster go by over their heads, arms up, and the coaster track crosses the artwork 3 times. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has palm leaves laid across its wall like shadows.
That evening the sunset turned everything pink, and the pink stays. The pier comes back a second time, photographed from the beach, small and easy to miss on the left. The buildings along the shore balance it on the right.
The Ferris wheel at the center fills the sky, pale, with Pacific Park written on its hub and the sunset glowing yellow just above the name. The people who watched the sunset from the water's edge stand inside the wheel. Other people from the beach show up small, at the foot of the pier and as tiny figures on the sand.
She went because everyone has seen this place in movies: Pacific Park alone has appeared in more than 500 films and TV shows. And after days in Los Angeles, it was good to be by the ocean. It felt light, happy and playful, and peaceful too.
This work is part of The Breathe Series, Charlotte Fonne's landscapes and cityscapes, where a place is felt with all its hours and even days together.
Each image in the composition is personally photographed by Charlotte, ensuring a genuine and unique piece. Signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Limited edition. Only 5 to 20 prints per size exist in the world.
Materials & Framing
Gallery-Quality Photo Print
Fuji Crystal Archive DP II: Exceptional Color and Longevity.
I print my artwork on Fuji Crystal Archive DP II, a premium gallery-quality photo paper known for luminous color and remarkable longevity. The paper reproduces deep contrast and a wide tonal range, giving the work a striking visual impact.
Fuji Crystal Archive DP II has an extremely wide color gamut and is designed to be non-fade for at least 75 years. The glossy finish enhances the depth of the artwork, creating an immersive viewing experience.
- Surface feel: Smooth
- Surface finish: Glossy
- Longevity: Non-fade for 75 years
- Manufacturer: Fujicolor
Acrylic Glass Mounting
To enhance both durability and presentation, the photo print is mounted under glossy acrylic glass and backed with sturdy aluminum Dibond. This high-end mounting technique intensifies colors, adds depth, and provides a sleek, modern finish suitable for any space. Acrylic glass is lightweight, shatterproof, and resistant to temperature fluctuations. It protects the artwork while amplifying its brilliance, making it an excellent choice for a lasting display.
- Acrylic Glass: Glossy, 1/16 in. (2 mm)
- Photo Print: Fuji Crystal Archive DP II with silicone sealant
- Backing: Sturdy aluminum Dibond backing
This premium combination of materials ensures the artwork maintains brilliance and integrity for decades to come.
Floater Frame
For a finished presentation, the mounted artwork can be set in a floater frame. This custom-made solid hardwood frame creates a unique visual effect with a gap between the image and the frame, giving the impression that your artwork floats on the wall. The contemporary design is both elegant and subtle, enhancing the presence of the piece without overwhelming it. Available in two colors, black or white, the frame complements a variety of styles.
- Frame Width: 0.6 in. (15 mm)
- Frame Depth: 1.14 in. (29 mm)
- Frame Shadow Gap: 0.27 in. (7 mm)
Ready to hang
Each frame includes a secure wall fixing system that ensures your artwork is beautifully displayed and ready to hang right away. Prints mounted on aluminum Dibond feature an aluminum rail hanging system, providing the same out-of-the-box convenience for easy installation.
- Effortless setup: Just two nails, screws, or hooks are all you need.
- Durable and stable: The mounting system ensures your piece stays securely in place for long-lasting display.
Certificate of Authenticity
Every limited edition artwork comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Originality: The certificate confirms your artwork is an original, signed by my hand, not a mass-produced copy.
- Edition number: Each piece carries its own number in the edition, so you know exactly where it sits and how few exist.
- Signed by hand: I sign and number every piece myself before it leaves the studio.
