What is King Albert about?
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King Albert draws inspiration from the iconic Prince Albert piercing, exploring themes of body modification, desire, vulnerability, identity, and queer expression. The work balances intimacy and tension through analogue photography and sculptural detail.
What is the series If you know, you know?
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If you know, you know is a deeply personal analogue photography series by Rik Versteeg exploring queerness, kink, and fetish culture through coded imagery, texture, and intimacy. Shot entirely on analogue film, the series embraces imperfection and authenticity while celebrating queer desire in all its layered and deeply human forms.
What materials are used for the artwork?
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The artwork is printed on Fomabron 311 Variant III glossy paper and presented in a wooden frame with an incorporated piercing detail as part of the artwork.
Is the artwork signed and numbered?
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Yes, every artwork is part of a limited edition and comes numbered and signed by the artist.
Does the artwork include a certificate of authenticity?
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Yes, every piece includes a certificate of authenticity.
Is the piercing part of the artwork?
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Yes, the piercing element is intentionally integrated into the work as a physical extension of the concept, connecting themes of adornment, fetishism, and bodily transformation.
How long does shipping take?
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All artworks are produced to order and ready to ship within approximately 2–4 weeks.
What sizes are available?
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Available sizes can be found under the product variants.
How should I care for the artwork?
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Avoid direct sunlight, humidity, and extreme temperature changes. Handle the framed artwork carefully, especially around the piercing detail. Clean the frame and surface gently with a soft microfiber cloth.
Is every print unique?
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Yes. Due to the analogue printing and finishing process, subtle variations in texture, contrast, and material details may occur, making each piece slightly unique.
Why analogue photography and darkroom printing?
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The analogue process is central to the work’s emotional and visual language. Grain, texture, imperfections, and manual darkroom techniques create a tactile quality that reinforces themes of intimacy, embodiment, authenticity, and queer desire throughout the series.
