STORY
Rhodes, Island of Sun is the harbor and Old Town of Rhodes in Greece, built from Charlotte's own photographs of the island.
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. One photograph gives the artwork its structure. Charlotte took it standing under the arcade of the Palace of the Grand Master, looking out into the courtyard: three pointed arches, statues along the far side, a patterned stone floor. The arches run the full height of the artwork and everything else arrives inside them. The floor is still at the bottom. A doorway has become the thing you look through.
The middle arch holds the harbor. The Fortress of Agios Nikolaos comes through with its round tower, and the wall of the old town comes through the fortress, with ivy on its stone. Two places at opposite ends of town, in the same piece of sky.
Palms cross the arches at every height, from two photographs with different trees in each. Some of the magenta is bougainvillea off the old town wall. The rest is what happens where the layers cross.
The dreamcatcher sits over the arch on the left. Charlotte found it hanging in a market stall in the old town, lit from behind. Its feathers reach all the way down to the bottom of the frame.
Along the right the harbor runs on, boats tied up along the water with stone walls above them.
Two of the photographs are of the sea, and no water shows anywhere in the artwork. They are in it for the color.
In the dark under the fortress, on the right, a statue from the palace courtyard is still standing. It is the hardest thing here to find.
The whole town arrives through one doorway, in full sun.
This work is part of The Breathe Series, Charlotte Fonne's landscapes and cityscapes, where reality merges with the echoes of memory.
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 DP II: Exceptional Color and Longevity.
I print my artwork on Fuji Crystal 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 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:Â Smooth
- Surface finish:Â Glossy
- Longevity:Â Non-fade for 75 years
- Manufacturer:Â 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:Â Glossy, 1/16 in. (2 mm)
- Photo Print: Fuji Crystal DP II with silicone sealant
- Backing:Â 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:Â 0.6 in. (15 mm)
- Frame Depth:Â 1.14 in. (29 mm)
- Frame Shadow Gap:Â 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:Â Just two nails, screws, or hooks are all you need.
- Durable and stable:Â 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.
A bit about me
I'm Charlotte,
a French-American artist, photographer, and traveler based in Miami. Inspired by art history and my travels, I build each artwork by layering many of my own photographs into a single image. What I keep is not how a place looked, but how I remember it.
