Effet de Serre | Greenhouse Series (AIMA MERIT AWARD Q2 2026)
Effet de Serre (Greenhouse Effect),AIMA Merit Award Winner, is a high-fashion allegory exploring the internal topography of personal evolution. The title subverts a macro environmental concept, reframing it as an intimate, emotional phenomenon: the catalyst of inner warmth melting the beautifully rigid defence mechanisms we construct.
The portrait captures a striking dichotomy of vulnerability and strength. Encrusted in a meticulous mosaic of brilliant diamonds, the model’s visage reflects a magnificent but cold protective armour—a crystalline fortress. Yet, an undeniable internal thaw has begun. Breaking through the sharp, architectural geometry of the crystal headdress is a delicate, tactile renaissance of soft-pink crystal blossoms. These floral elements are in perfect harmony with the structure, symbolizing the gentle, inevitable unfolding of one’s raw beauty. Completing the silhouette are luxurious branded “M” diamond earrings alongside oversized, clear architectural spectacles offering a lens of absolute clarity. “Effet de Serre” celebrates the couture of the human spirit—the courageous, exquisite process of softening our defences to allow our most vibrant, authentic identity to bloom.
This museum-quality masterwork is produced in collaboration with premier fine art ateliers and arrives ready-to-hang, accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity. See detailed specifications below.
Limited edition: 1 of 60.
Free shipping in Canada and US on orders over $100
ACQUISITION & ATELIER FAQS
MASTERWORK ACRYLIC GLASS
- Medium & Optic Depth: Ultra-clarity 4 mm (1/8″) glossy optical acrylic face-mounted to amplify spectral flares and prismatic color depth.
- Archival Architecture: Reinforced with 3 mm museum-grade Aluminum Dibond for absolute rigidity and lifetime preservation.
- Gallery Installation: Pre-fitted with an integrated concealed rail system for an effortless floating wall profile. Arrives ready to hang.
- Preservation & Care: Dust gently using a dry, plush microfiber cloth. Never use ammonia, alcohol, standard glass cleaners (such as Windex), or paper towels, which can scratch or haze optical acrylic.
ARCHIVAL FINE ART PRINT
- Substrate & Texture: Printed on premium archival fine art paper featuring a smooth, velvety matte surface engineered to retain razor-sharp details and delicate gradients.
- Pigment & Longevity: Produced using 12-color archival pigment inks (Giclée standard) delivering rich black density, radiant color gamut, and lifetime fade resistance.
- Framing & Presentation: Sized to universal frame dimensions with a balanced border for effortless custom framing or standard gallery frames. Delivered unframed.
- Packaging & Unboxing: Rolled with acid-free tissue wrap and dispatched in a heavy-duty, crush-proof protective shipping tube.
- Preservation & Handling: Handle only by the edges using clean, dry hands (cotton art gloves recommended) to preserve the pristine matte emulsion before mounting behind UV-filtering glass.
Returns & Refunds
- Bespoke Made-to-Order: Every piece—whether a Masterwork Acrylic Edition or an Archival Fine Art Print—is custom-fabricated individually upon order. Because each artwork is produced exclusively for your acquisition, all sales are considered final. We do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind or sizing errors.
- Transit Damage Guarantee: All editions are fully insured during transit. In the rare event your package or shipping tube arrives with visible damage, please contact us. within 48 hours of delivery with photos of the packaging and artwork. Our atelier will issue an immediate priority replacement at zero cost to you.
- Order Modifications: Due to our automated production workflow, any requests for address updates or cancellations must be submitted within 2 hours of placing your order before printing commences.
SHIPPING & DELIVERY
- Masterwork Acrylic Editions: Custom-fabricated with museum-grade precision, Dibond backing, and pre-fitted hanging rails. Please allow 7–10 business days for fabrication and curatorial inspection before dispatch.
- Archival Fine Art Prints: Custom-printed on demand, protected in acid-free glassine, and dispatched in heavy-duty crush-proof tubes. Please allow 7–10 business days for fabrication and curatorial inspection before dispatch.
- Complimentary North American Shipping: Tracked, fully insured courier transit is complimentary on all orders over $100 across Canada and the Continental United States.
- Global Delivery & Duties: Worldwide courier options are calculated in real time at checkout. For destinations outside North America, local duties, taxes, and import clearance fees remain the responsibility of the recipient.
- Signature & Delivery Restrictions: To satisfy fine art transit insurance requirements, an adult signature is required upon delivery. We cannot ship to P.O. Boxes, APO/FPO addresses, or freight forwarders.
- Concierge Support: For expedited delivery timelines, exhibition deadlines, or white-glove courier arrangements, please contact us.