Every Photonumerique artwork is produced via a professional gallery-grade process: true silver halide Lambda Print exposed by laser, face-mounted under glossy acrylic glass and alu Dibond panel, delivered with a recessed aluminum subframe integrated on the back for invisible wall mounting. The standard of fine art photography galleries and museums — applied to our digital art catalog.
A true silver halide photo print, not direct printing
Most mainstream platforms use direct printing on acrylic glass — an inkjet process applied directly to the acrylic plate. It’s fast, economical, and acceptable for mass-market decor. But it’s not a photographic print.
We use the Lambda Print process: a high-quality silver halide photo paper — Fuji Crystal DP II for color, Ilford for black and white — is exposed by a high-resolution laser, then chemically developed using the classic silver halide protocol. This is the professional process used by the labs of major fine art photography galleries (Gursky, Tillmans, Ruff). It delivers deep black density, superior color fidelity, and a longevity of 50 to 75 years under proper conservation.
A 3-layer sandwich construction
The silver halide print is then face-mounted using the professional technique called face mount or Diasec, sandwiched between 3 materials:
- Glossy acrylic glass — front face, 4 mm or 6 mm thick depending on size. Lightweight, perfect transparency, enhanced color brilliance, visual depth effect.
- Silver halide print + elastic silicone — central layer, which seals the print between the two plates. Silicone absorbs differential thermal expansion of the two outer materials.
- Alu Dibond — back panel, 3-layer composite (aluminum / polyethylene / aluminum). Rigid, stable, durable. Serves as structural support and anchor point for the hanging system.
This construction is guaranteed bubble-free and crack-free over time. Elastic silicone is the key: it absorbs the seasonal or daily thermal variations that would otherwise cause delamination between layers.
Glossy acrylic glass: 4 mm or 6 mm depending on size
The thickness of the acrylic glass has a direct impact on visual depth effect: the thicker the glass, the more pronounced the perceived depth. We offer two thicknesses, paired with specific size ranges:
| Thickness | Character | Associated sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 mm — the gallery standard | Elegant, balanced depth effect — perfect balance between sobriety and presence | 30×30, 40×40, 50×50, 70×70 cm |
| 6 mm — maximum 3D effect | Pronounced visual depth, sculptural perception, strong spatial presence | 100×100, 120×120, 140×140 cm |
The thickness is fixed per size — optimized for each format, accounting for weight, rigidity, and the expected visual rendering.
Recessed aluminum subframe: invisible wall mounting
On the back of every artwork is integrated a custom recessed aluminum subframe. This subframe plays two roles: it structurally reinforces the assembly, and serves as the hanging system.
On the wall side, the artwork mounts via this subframe, creating a wall offset of approximately 25 mm — the artwork appears to float on the wall, with no visible hardware, no frame, no accessories to buy. The result: the look of a professional gallery piece.
No additional hardware is required: your artwork arrives ready to hang. All you need is a pencil, a drill, and a wall-appropriate screw.
Technical guarantees
- Silver halide Lambda Print on professional photo paper
- Durable face-mounting guaranteed bubble-free and crack-free
- Thermal stability thanks to elastic silicone between layers
- Deep, lasting colors and gallery-reference longevity (50–75 years)
- Recognized process by the leading international photo print awards (TIPA Award)
Production and delivery timelines
- Production in approximately 10 business days from your order
- Free shipping in metropolitan France, with no minimum order
- Reinforced packaging designed for framed artwork transport
- Hassle-free returns within 14 days
Looking for certified limited editions?
For limited edition numbered and certified artworks, compatible with the RELICKEEPER application, visit our sister gallery pixelrelic.art. Published by the same group (YTY France), it targets collectors and early adopters who want to trace the provenance and authenticity of their digital acquisitions.