YK Vaillant Photography

Belgium (4)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 06:26 +0200

Catchy colors mailboxes.

Belgium (3)

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:24 +0200

Comic Strip Murals.

Belgium (2)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:36 +0200

Manneken-Pis (Dutch for little man urinating), one of Brussels most famous landmarks. Wearing a costume on the occasion of the "Meyboom", planting of the May tree event on 9th August.

Belgium (1)

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:13 +0200

Guild houses at the "Grote Markt" (Grand Place), Brussels.

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (12)

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:27 +0200

Pont Alexandre III

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (11)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 06:49 +0200

Seasonal fruits ... pears, mirabelles, apples and damson plums.

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (10)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:57 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (9)

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 07:08 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (8)

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:55 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (7)

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 08:09 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (6)

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:25 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (5)

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 19:00 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (4)

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20:37 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (3)

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:09 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (2)

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 07:12 +0200

Summer in Paris :: L'été à Paris (1)

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 20:26 +0200

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur, Malaisie (5)

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:08 +0200

Suria KLCC and Petronas Twin Towers.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur, Malaisie (4)

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:20 +0200

Sri Maha Sakthi Mohambigai Amman Temple, Mid Valley City.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur, Malaisie (3)

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 04:15 +0200

Pitcher plant fountain near Merdeka Square. KL Tower and Petronas Twin Towers in the background.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur, Malaisie (2)

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:56 +0200

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur, Malaisie (1)

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 04:01 +0200

Sultan Abdul Samad Building

Taking a pause :: Faire une pause

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:15 +0200

Summer is here and it's time for a break.

"Rainier" Cherry :: Cerise varieté "Rainier"

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 06:57 +0200

Illegal street vendors at the Eiffel Tower :: Vendeurs à la sauvette de la Tour Eiffel

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:47 +0200

Orange Dahlia :: Dahlia Orange

Sun, 27 Jun 2010 07:46 +0200

Parc André Citroên

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 09:30 +0200

View from "Le Ballon air de Paris" at 150 metres above.

Sightseeing by horse-drawn carriage :: Balade en calèche

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:10 +0200

Contrast :: Contraste (2)

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:18 +0200

Contrast :: Contraste (1)

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 06:29 +0200

Music Feast :: Fête de la musique (2)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 06:55 +0200

Breton dance.

Music Feast :: Fête de la musique (1)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 06:54 +0200

Location : Jardin Albert Kahn

Summer :: L'été

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:50 +0200

Speckled Wood Butterfly (Pararge aegeria) :: Le Tircis

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 06:15 +0200

Pink flowers of June :: Fleurs roses de juin

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:44 +0200

Clematis (left) and Lavatera (right).

Mariage Frères Tea Emporium sign :: Enseigne de Mariage Frères

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 06:15 +0200

Location : Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris.

A spring wedding :: Un mariage en printemps

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:23 +0200

Location : Madeleine Church, 75008 Paris (see previous photo).

Madeleine Church :: Eglise de la Madeleine (2)

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 06:03 +0200

Location : Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris.

Madeleine Church :: Eglise de la Madeleine (1)

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 06:02 +0200

Location : Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris.

Public Passage-Métro Sign :: Un signe de Passage Public-Métro

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 06:16 +0200

Métro Madeleine, 75008 Paris.

FIFA World Cup 2010 : Coupe du Monde de la FIFA 2010

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 06:39 +0200

At the Eiffel Tower, Algeria supporters after the Algeria 0-1 Slovenia match on 13th June.

Allium :: Ail d'ornement

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 07:28 +0200

A Parisian door :: Une porte parisien

Sat, 12 Jun 2010 06:45 +0200

Male house sparrow :: Moineau domestique mâle

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 06:03 +0200

40000 Mont-de-Marsan

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 08:00 +0200

Situated in the southwest, 595 kilometres from Paris, reachable by train (TGV/ter) in 5+ hours.

Spiraea x bumalda 'Goldflame'

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 07:17 +0200

Cumulus

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 07:17 +0200

Window display at Louis Vuitton :: Dans la vitrine de Louis Vuitton

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 07:33 +0200

Tonight, a tribute to Pavarotti :: Ce soir, un hommage à Pavarotti

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 06:26 +0200

Old Paris :: Vieux Paris

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 06:27 +0200

Part of the closed down La Samaritaine department store?

Statue of Danton :: Statue de Danton

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 06:45 +0200

Location : Carrefour de l'Odéon, Paris 6ème arrondisement.

Three poppies :: Trois coquelicots

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 18:26 +0200

Pub signs :: Enseignes de pub (bar anglais)

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 06:21 +0200

Location : Cour du Commerce Saint-André, Paris 6ème arrondisement

New Leaves :: Nouvelles Feuilles

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 07:21 +0200

Wisteria :: Glycine

Mon, 31 May 2010 06:52 +0200

Place du Terte (Artists Square), Montmartre

Sun, 30 May 2010 06:55 +0200

An artist at work.

Montmartre in April :: Montmartre en avril (6)

Sat, 29 May 2010 06:18 +0200

Life-size bust of Dalida, Place Dalida. Dalida, real name Yolanda Gigliotti, was an Italian Egyptian, naturalised French singer and actress. She ended her life in May 1987.

Montmartre in April :: Montmartre en avril (5)

Fri, 28 May 2010 10:01 +0200

Rue des Saules/Galerie d'Art

Montmartre in April :: Montmartre en avril (4)

Thu, 27 May 2010 06:53 +0200

Two bronze equestrian statues, of King Saint Louis IX and Joan of Arc, adorn the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.

Montmartre in April :: Montmartre en avril (3)

Wed, 26 May 2010 07:00 +0200

A street performer (accordion player).

Montmartre in April :: Montmartre en avril (2)

Tue, 25 May 2010 06:30 +0200

Detail of a water fountain (near the base station of the Montmartre funicular).

Montmartre in April :: Montmartre en avril (1)

Mon, 24 May 2010 06:16 +0200

La Basilique du Sacré-Coeur

Paris Romantic :: Paris Romantique

Fri, 21 May 2010 07:00 +0200

Lovers' Locks at Pont des Arts :: Les cadenas d'amour du Pont des Arts

Wed, 19 May 2010 06:32 +0200

Recently some 2,000 lovers' locks left by visitors from around the world over the years on the railings of this pedastrian bridge have mysteriously vanished.

Wet Camellia :: Un Camélia trempé

Mon, 17 May 2010 07:15 +0200

Windmill of Moidrey :: Moulin à Vent de Moidrey

Sun, 16 May 2010 06:01 +0200

Built in 1806, abandoned after the second world war and restored in 2003. The only windmill still in activity out of the five windmills dating from the same time still visible in the region. It produces flour like in the past.

Rapeseed Fields :: Champs de Colza

Sat, 15 May 2010 06:25 +0200

Mont Saint-Michel (6)

Fri, 14 May 2010 07:31 +0200

The famous omelette of "La Mère Poulard".

Mont Saint-Michel (5)

Fri, 14 May 2010 07:31 +0200

Mont Saint-Michel (4)

Fri, 14 May 2010 06:00 +0200

Mont Saint-Michel (3)

Thu, 13 May 2010 06:55 +0200

Mont Saint-Michel (2)

Wed, 12 May 2010 06:46 +0200

Mont Saint-Michel (1)

Tue, 11 May 2010 06:45 +0200

A UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Cancale

Mon, 10 May 2010 06:07 +0200

15 kilometers east of Saint-Malo is Cancale, a fishing town well-known as the "oyster capital". The bronze statues/fountain depict oyster washers located in front of the Saint-Meen church.

Saint-Malo (3)

Sun, 09 May 2010 06:48 +0200

Sunset and sunrise view from Le Sillon.

Saint-Malo (2)

Sat, 08 May 2010 06:15 +0200

Fort National

Saint-Malo (1)

Fri, 07 May 2010 07:00 +0200

Bassin Duguay Trouin et Bassin Vauban

Dinard (3)

Thu, 06 May 2010 06:55 +0200

Plage de L'Ecluse.

Dinard (2)

Wed, 05 May 2010 06:37 +0200

Bronze statue of Alfred Hitchcock.

Dinard (1)

Tue, 04 May 2010 07:24 +0200

Dinan (3)

Mon, 03 May 2010 07:42 +0200

Detail of a (fish?) rainspout.

Dinan (2)

Sun, 02 May 2010 06:55 +0200

Timber framed houses :: Maisons à colombages

Dinan (1)

Sat, 01 May 2010 08:01 +0200

Rance Valley :: Vallée de la Rance

La Pointe St. Mathieu, 29217 Plougonvelin (3)

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 06:08 +0200

La Pointe St. Mathieu, 29217 Plougonvelin (2)

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 07:10 +0200

La Pointe St. Mathieu, 29217 Plougonvelin (1)

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 07:00 +0200

Parc de Sceaux (2)

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:05 +0200

Prunus serrulata

Parc de Sceaux (1)

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 07:10 +0200

Le châteaux de Sceaux

Play with colours :: Joue avec les couleurs

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 06:40 +0200

Alpine poppy (Papaver alpinum) :: Pavot des Alpes

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 06:40 +0200

The Merchant of Masks :: Le Marchand de Masques

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 06:30 +0200

Bronze sculpture by Zacharie Astruc (1883) at Jardin du Luxembourg.

Blue Hyacinth :: Jacinthe Bleu

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 07:00 +0200

Maintenance

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 06:30 +0200

National Museum of Natural History, Galery of Palaeonthology and Comparative Anatomy.

Photinia x fraiseri 'Red Robin'

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:43 +0200

Street Art :: Art Urbain

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 08:32 +0200

Location : Place Igor Stravinsky, 75004 Paris

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (7)

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 06:44 +0200

Location : Avenue des Champs Elysées/Allée Marcel Proust, 75008 Paris. Variety : Prunus 'Accolade'

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (6)

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 06:24 +0200

Location : Jardin des Plantes, 75005 Paris. Variety : Prunus Serrulata Lindl Sato Zakura, 'Shirotae', also known as 'Mount Fuji' flowering cherry.

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (5)

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 05:50 +0200

Location : Rue de la Porte Jaune, 92380 Garches. Variety : Prunus Cerasifera 'Pissardii Nigra'

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (4)

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 06:05 +0200

Location : Rue des Hibiscus, 92500 Rueil-Malmaison. Variety : Prunus 'Accolade'.

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (3)

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 05:02 +0200

Location : Jardin Albert Kahn, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (2)

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 05:30 +0200

Location : Jardin Albert Kahn, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt

Cherry blossoms :: La floraison des cerisiers (1)

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 06:11 +0200

Location : Jardin Albert Kahn, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt

Mallard duck pair :: Couple de canard colvert

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:28 +0200

Shop sign :: Enseigne

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 08:15 +0200

"A la civette" is a cigar shop located in the 1st arrondisement.

First week of spring :: Première semaine de printemps (5)

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:25 +0200

Firebugs mating season has begun.

First week of spring :: Première semaine de printemps (4)

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:24 +0200

Forsythia, flowers before leaves.

First week of spring :: Première semaine de printemps (3)

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:23 +0200

Viburnum, flower buds ready to bloom.

First week of spring :: Première semaine de printemps (2)

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:23 +0200

The replica Statue of Liberty, Ile des Cygnes.

First week of spring :: Première semaine de printemps (1)

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 14:41 +0200

Prunus cerasifera.

La Tour Eiffel vue depuis le Parc du Champ-de-Mars (3)

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 08:46 +0200

La Tour Eiffel vue depuis le Parc du Champ-de-Mars (2)

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 07:16 +0200

La Tour Eiffel vue depuis le Parc du Champ-de-Mars (1)

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:10 +0200

Spring has arrived :: Le printemps est arrivé

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:27 +0200

Métro Palais Royal/Musée du Louvre

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:54 +0200

Blue eyes cat :: Chat aux yeux bleus

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:15 +0200

Spring Crocus (Crocus Vernus) :: Crocus Printanier

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:00 +0200

Snowdrop :: Perce-neige

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 06:26 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (10)

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:00 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (9)

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:36 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (8)

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:07 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (7)

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 08:01 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (6)

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:15 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (5)

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:27 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (4)

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 07:02 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (3)

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:51 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (2)

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:35 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois (1)

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:40 +0200

Chinese New Year :: Nouvel An Chinois

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 17:36 +0200

Snow promenade :: Promenade dans la neige

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:51 +0200

Vandalised - Masked :: Vandalisé - Masqué

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:00 +0200

Sculpture : L'Ecoute by Henri de Miller

Somebody let me out of here ! :: Quelqu'un fais-moi sortir d'ici !

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 06:58 +0200

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart :: La Basilique du Sacré Coeur

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:48 +0200

Frost on car windscreen :: Givré sur un pare-brise

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:47 +0200

Two morning ago at -5°C.

Carousel Jules Verne :: Carrousel Jules Verne

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 06:00 +0200

Location : Le Parvis de La Défense.

A door ornament :: Ornement d'une porte

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 04:19 +0200

A polite hello :: Un bonjour poli

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:00 +0200

Pink on Blue :: Rose sur Bleu

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 06:23 +0200

Standing on one leg :: Debout sur un pied

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:25 +0200

A natural behavior of some birds on cold and windy days. One leg is tucked away among its breast feathers to minimize heat loss.

Icicles :: Stalactite de glace

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 06:44 +0200

Location : Trocadero Fountain.

Happy New Year :: Bonne Année

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:25 +0200

Merry Christmas :: Joyeux Noël

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 09:30 +0200

Lonely bench :: Banc seul

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:02 +0200

Leycesteria Formosa "Purple Rain" in December :: Arbre aux faisans en Décembre

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:41 +0200

Ice Sculpture Festival :: Féerie de Sculptures de Glace (2)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:01 +0200

Cinderella Castle.

Ice Sculpture Festival :: Féerie de Sculptures de Glace (1)

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:25 +0200

Milo's Venus.

The remnants of Autumn :: Le reste de l'Automne

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 07:30 +0200

The reflection of "Le Moretti" :: Le reflet de "Le Moretti"

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:55 +0200

Ferris Wheel of Paris :: La Grande Roue

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 06:39 +0200

Sculpture "Crane" by Philippe Pasqua

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:11 +0200

Made from a block of marble from Cararra, weighs 4.5 tons, unique pîece and for sale for 190,000 Euros. On display at Galerie Artcurial.

Reflection in water :: Reflet dans l'eau

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 07:31 +0200

Two coffees with milk please :: Deux cafés crème SVP

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:19 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (8)

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:14 +0200

Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia Maritima), Ornamental Kale and Caryopteris x clandonensis "Bluebeard".

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (7)

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 08:02 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (6)

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 07:55 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (5)

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:54 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (4)

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:21 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (3)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:26 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (2)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:19 +0200

Autumn colours in November :: Couleurs d'automne en novembre (1)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:51 +0200

Altocumulus

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:46 +0200

Morning bath :: Bain matinal

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:30 +0200

Rust and shadows:: Rouille et ombres

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:15 +0200

Commemoration Monument

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:17 +0200

Location : Saint-Cloud. This monument was raised by the Aero Club of France to commemorate the experiences of Santos Dumont, pioneer of aviation locomotion.

Domaine National de Saint Cloud, Côté Grille "Etangs de Villeneuve" (5)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:02 +0200

Domaine National de Saint Cloud, Côté Grille "Etangs de Villeneuve" (4)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:13 +0200

The odd pair.

Domaine National de Saint Cloud, Côté Grille "Etangs de Villeneuve" (3)

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:34 +0200

A group of Canadian geese swimming in line.

Domaine National de Saint Cloud, Côté Grille "Etangs de Villeneuve" (2)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:41 +0200

Lafayette Escadrille Memorial

Domaine National de Saint Cloud, Côté Grille "Etangs de Villeneuve" (1)

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:31 +0200

Red door :: Porte rouge

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:21 +0200

Sunrise today :: Lever du soleil aujourd'hui

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:21 +0200

Stencil art by Miss Tic :: Pochoir de Miss Tic

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:40 +0200

London :: Londres (3)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:04 +0200

London :: Londres (2)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:38 +0200

London :: Londres (1)

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:11 +0200

La Réserve de Quasimodo

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 07:12 +0200

Dined at this wine cellar-restaurant last night. Excellent wine and food.

Autumn colours in October :: Couleurs d'automne en Octobre (6)

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:12 +0200

Autumn colours in October :: Couleurs d'automne en Octobre (5)

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:06 +0200

Autumn colours in October :: Couleurs d'automne en Octobre (4)

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:17 +0200

Autumn colours in October :: Couleurs d'automne en Octobre (3)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:15 +0200

Autumn colours in October :: Couleurs d'automne en Octobre (2)

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:40 +0200

Autumn colours in October :: Couleurs d'automne en Octobre (1)

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:11 +0200

Louis-Philippe Bridge :: Le Pont Louis-Philippe

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:10 +0200

The Seine in blue :: La Seine en bleu

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:22 +0200

15th Chocolate Fair :: La 15ème édition du Salon du Chocolat (3)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:54 +0200

15th Chocolate Fair :: La 15ème édition du Salon du Chocolat (2)

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:49 +0200

15th Chocolate Fair :: La 15ème édition du Salon du Chocolat (1)

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 06:47 +0200

A study of lines :: Etude des lignes

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 06:00 +0200

Shop sign :: Enseigne

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:25 +0200

Location : Montmartre

Equestrian statue of Henri IV :: Statue équestre d'Henri IV

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:05 +0200

Location : Pont Neuf

Le Jardin des Tuileries

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 06:01 +0200

Lines and texture :: Lignes et texture

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:29 +0200

How to feed the sparrows :: Comment nourrir les moineaux

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:09 +0200

Full moon (almost) :: Plein lune (presque)

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 19:37 +0200

I shot this yesterday at 7.57pm. I was hoping to see the full moon tonight but unfortunately it is hidden behind the clouds. Happy Mid-Autumn festival.

Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinqefolia) :: La vigne vierge de Virginie

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:34 +0200

Choices of wine at Chez Marianne :: Le choix des vins de Chez Marianne

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:34 +0200

Chez Marianne is a restaurant that serves Middle Eastern and Jewish specialities.

The same, yet different :: Pareil mais différent

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 05:24 +0200

Crabapples :: Malus 'Evereste'

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:54 +0200

Lamps on Pont Alexandre III :: Lampadaires sur le Pont Alexandre III

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:09 +0200

Eye-catching colours :: Couleurs tape-à-l'oeil

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:19 +0200

1st day of autumn :: Premier jour de l'automne

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:46 +0200

One of the first leaves to appear in the year and the first to fall.

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (8)

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:31 +0200

Fuschia at Jardin Albert Kahn.

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (7)

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:32 +0200

A magpie devouring a fallen pear at the rose garden/orchard of Jardin Albert Kahn.

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (6)

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:20 +0200

Swiss chard at Jardin Albert Kahn.

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (5)

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:06 +0200

Rear of Le Petit Palais, view from Avenue Charles Girault.

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (4)

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:35 +0200

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (3)

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:17 +0200

Pont des Arts.

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (2)

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:15 +0200

Last days of summer :: Derniers jours d'été (1)

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:09 +0200

Building : American Cathedral, Avenue George V.

Three's a charm :: Trois c'est le charme

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 07:48 +0200

Lady of Brélès :: Dame de Brélès

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:54 +0200

Château de Kergroadez,, Brélès

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:18 +0200

L'Aber Wrac'h, Plouguerneau

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 07:31 +0200

View from D113, between Lannilis and Plouguerneau.

Lilia, Plouguerneau (4)

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:05 +0200

Lilia, Plouguerneau (3)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:29 +0200

Lilia, Plouguerneau (2)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 06:19 +0200

"Le Phare de l'île Vierge", the tallest lighthouse in Europe measuring 82 metres. Reachable only by boat.

Lilia, Plouguerneau (1)

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 09:00 +0200

"Le Phare de l'île Vierge", the tallest lighthouse in Europe measuring 82 metres. Reachable only by boat.

Pink Dahlia :: Dahlia rose

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 07:01 +0200

The scooter of Tagh the explorer :: Le scooter de Tagh l'explorateur

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:48 +0200

Notre Dame de Paris

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 06:48 +0200

View from near entrance of Hotel Esmeralda, Rue Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, 75005 Paris.

Nature at its best :: La nature en beauté

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:59 +0200

Painted lady (Vanessa/Cynthia cardui) butterflies feeding on colourful Lantana Camara flowers.

Place du Trocadéro (3)

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:16 +0200

Place du Trocadéro (2)

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 06:50 +0200

Place du Trocadéro (1)

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:51 +0200

Remembering Princess Diana :: Une pensée pour la Princess Diana

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:37 +0200

Today is the 12th death anniversary of Princess Diana.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (8)

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 07:20 +0200

18/08/09 - Russian folk dance performance by Russ of Vladimir.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (7)

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:48 +0200

Gatekeeper (brown hedge) butterfly, hydrangea aspera, hay rolls, Japanese anemone, physalis alkekenji, passion flower (passiflora), burgundy snail (helix pomatia), blue thistle :: Papillon amaryllis, hortensia aspera, rouleaux de foin, anemone du Japon, alkékenge, fleur de la passion, escargot de bourgogne, chardon bleu.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (6)

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:28 +0200

Fort de l'illet de Kermorvan.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (5)

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:23 +0200

Presqu'ile de Kermorvan.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (4)

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 06:04 +0200

"Blancs Sablons" beach. Blancs Sablons literally means fine white sand.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (3)

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:02 +0200

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (2)

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:33 +0200

Port of Le Conquet, the port at the end of the world.

One summer in Brittany :: Un été en Bretagne (1)

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 06:09 +0200

Port of Le Conquet, the port at the end of the world.

Paris in August :: Paris en août (8)

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 06:28 +0200

Paris in August :: Paris en août (7)

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 15:28 +0200

Paris in August :: Paris en août (6)

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:39 +0200

Paris in August :: Paris en août (5)

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:00 +0200

Paris in August :: Paris en août (4)

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:43 +0200

Paris skykine from an altitude of 150 metres, on board the moored gas balloon "Ballon air de Paris" at Parc André Citroen.

Paris in August :: Paris en août (3)

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:34 +0200

Place de la Concorde.

Paris in August :: Paris en août (2)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:01 +0200

Place de la Concorde.

Paris in August :: Paris en août (1)

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 04:48 +0200

"Paris Plage" - Paris Beach, an annual summer event.

Vietnam - Hanoi (8)

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 05:56 +0200

This street fruit peddler allowed me to take her picture but the deal was I have to buy her fruits.

Vietnam - Hanoi (7)

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:57 +0200

Temple of Literature

Vietnam - Hanoi (6)

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:42 +0200

Variety of eggs sold at Cau Giay Market. One of the Vietnamese culinary specialities is "Hot Vit Lon" ... fetal duck egg or fertilized duck egg. Anthony Bourdain has tried it. I couldn't.

Vietnam - Hanoi (5)

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:11 +0200

Street peddler on bicycle.

Vietnam - Hanoi (4)

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 06:12 +0200

Sidewalk cafe.

Vietnam - Hanoi (3)

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 05:57 +0200

Hoan Kiem Lake/Post Office of Hanoi

Vietnam - Hanoi (2)

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 05:14 +0200

Hanoi's famous water puppet show.

Vietnam - Hanoi (1)

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 06:37 +0200

Rising sun bridge on Hoan Kiem Lake.

Vietnam - Halong Bay :: Vietnam - La baie d'Halong (5)

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 06:26 +0200

Vietnam - Halong Bay :: Vietnam - La baie d'Halong (4)

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:10 +0200

Vietnam - Halong Bay :: Vietnam - La baie d'Halong (3)

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:21 +0200

Hang Sung Sot Cave, translated as "Cave of Surprises".

Vietnam - Halong Bay :: Vietnam - La baie d'Halong (2)

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 05:29 +0200

Vietnam - Halong Bay :: Vietnam - La baie d'Halong (1)

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 09:21 +0200

I'm back after 4 weeks of vacation in Vietnam and in Malaysia.

Vacation :: Vacances

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:14 +0200

Taking a long summer break .....

The Eiffel Tower view from afar :: La Tour Eiffel vu de loin

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:13 +0200

Gay Pride 2009 :: Marche de Fiertés 2009

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 06:30 +0200

Event took place on 27.06.09.

Hydrangea under the rain :: Hortensia sous la pluie

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 06:52 +0200

It was raining when I took this photo yesterday morning (outside my dentist's office). The black background is a black painted wooden window shutter.

Sparkles :: Etincelles

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:36 +0200

It was the first evening of summer, on the Seine River, against the setting sun.

Music Feast :: Fête de la musique (2)

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:29 +0200

Music Feast :: Fête de la musique (1)

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:24 +0200

Claude Monet's Garden :: Le jardin de Claude Monet

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:15 +0200

One rainy afternoon, I had the opportunity to visit the house and garden of the famed painter Claude Monet, Founder of the French Impressionist Painting. Located in Giverny, 80 kilometres (50 miles) west slightly north of Paris. More photos here : http://paris.ykvaillant.com/

Summer delights :: Plaisirs d'été

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 06:07 +0200

Summer is finally here. The abundance of seasonal fruits is a delight. Images : Freshly picked redcurrants and peach clafoutis.

Same colour shades :: Les même teintes de couleur

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 06:03 +0200

Surrounded :: Entouré

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:43 +0200

Orangina, naturally juicy :: Orangina, naturellement pulpeuse (2)

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:43 +0200

Orangina, naturally juicy :: Orangina, naturellement pulpeuse (1)

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:25 +0200

The Abbey Bookshop

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:18 +0200

My favourite English-language bookshop in Paris.

Walking pigeon :: La marche du pigeon

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:10 +0200

Door decoration :: Décoration de porte

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:43 +0200

Calico flower :: Aristolochia littoralis 'Parodi'

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:06 +0200

Calico flower is an evergreen vine, native to Brazil. Bizarre looking, intriguing, elegant ..... Saw at the 'Jardin des Serres d'Auteuil' (Auteuil Greenhouse).

Nature observation :: Observation de la nature (6)

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 07:33 +0200

Green watercolours.

Nature observation :: Observation de la nature (5)

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 06:51 +0200

Large red damselfly (Pyrrhosoma nymphula).

Nature observation :: Observation de la nature (4)

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:40 +0200

Mating Asian lady beetles (Harmonia axyridis).

Nature observation :: Observation de la nature (3)

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:18 +0200

A new leaf.

Nature observation :: Observation de la nature (2)

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:24 +0200

Canada geese + an outsider.

Nature observation :: Observation de la nature (1)

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:11 +0200

Blue Dasher (Pachydiplax longipennis)

Happy Mother's Day :: Bonne Fête des Mères

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:23 +0200

On the walls at the Marais :: Sur les murs du Marais (4)

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 06:02 +0200

On the walls at the Marais :: Sur les murs du Marais (3)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 06:10 +0200

On the walls at the Marais :: Sur les murs du Marais (2)

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 06:00 +0200

On the walls at the Marais :: Sur les murs du Marais (1)

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:10 +0200

By Pimax.

Stripes, stripes and stripes :: Rayures, rayures et rayures

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 06:20 +0200

The Tower-Flower :: La Tower-Flower

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 06:45 +0200

The Tower-Flower is the name given to this apartment building, situated in the 17th arrondisemet, near "Porte d'Asnières" in Paris. Designed by architect Edouard François, this building is a project undertaken by the Office of Public Installation and Construction of Paris (L'Office Public d'Aménagement et de Construction de Paris). Completed in 2004, the huge flower pots are built-in, 380 pots in total, and are planted with bamboo trees from Portugal.

Parc André Citroën (7)

Sun, 31 May 2009 06:55 +0200

Parc André Citroën (6)

Sat, 30 May 2009 06:56 +0200

Inner beauty of a yellow rose.

Parc André Citroën (5)

Fri, 29 May 2009 06:17 +0200

A pair of dabbling mallard ducks.

Parc André Citroën (4)

Thu, 28 May 2009 06:42 +0200

Allium giganteum (giant flowering onion).

Parc André Citroën (3)

Wed, 27 May 2009 06:34 +0200

Reflection of buildings on a building.

Parc André Citroën (2)

Tue, 26 May 2009 06:07 +0200

Cherries are in season. A starling amongst the colony of birds devouring the cherries.

Parc André Citroën (1)

Mon, 25 May 2009 06:16 +0200

It is possible to take a ride on this moored gas ballon. The ballon rises up to 150 meters (520 feet) high.

Roland Garros kicks off :: Roland Garros, c'est parti

Sun, 24 May 2009 15:48 +0200

Advertisement on a Smart :: Publicité sur une Smart

Sat, 23 May 2009 07:40 +0200

Mythical animal form door handle :: Poignée de porte en forme d'animal mythique

Fri, 22 May 2009 06:51 +0200

A wild guess ..... Leviathan ?

Amaryllis

Thu, 21 May 2009 08:08 +0200

Mascarons of Pont Neuf :: Les mascarons du Pont Neuf

Wed, 20 May 2009 07:06 +0200

Wisteria :: Glycine

Tue, 19 May 2009 07:05 +0200

This wisteria-draped building is a restaurant, "Au Vieux Paris d'Arcole". It serves traditional french cuisine of the Ayveron department (southern France).

Geometric shapes :: Formes géométriques

Mon, 18 May 2009 07:14 +0200

Japanese water iris (Iris ensata) :: Iris d'eau japonais

Sat, 16 May 2009 09:06 +0200

Old Paris :: Vieux Paris

Fri, 15 May 2009 06:45 +0200

The real size newspaper boy sticker is by Leo & Pipo.

Green :: Vert (2)

Thu, 14 May 2009 07:31 +0200

Green :: Vert (1)

Thu, 14 May 2009 06:38 +0200

An aging double-flower hellebores ?

Smiley on the street :: Smiley dans la rue (2)

Wed, 13 May 2009 07:00 +0200

Smiley on the street :: Smiley dans la rue (1)

Tue, 12 May 2009 07:00 +0200

The Tuileries Garden :: Jardin des Tuilleries (2)

Mon, 11 May 2009 06:06 +0200

The Tuileries Garden :: Jardin des Tuilleries (1)

Mon, 11 May 2009 06:05 +0200

Sunday Brunch :: Le Brunch du dimanche

Sun, 10 May 2009 12:15 +0200

Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatun 'atropurpureum') :: Erable du Japon

Sat, 09 May 2009 07:19 +0200

Commemoration of 8th May, 1945 :: Commémoration de 8 mai 1945

Fri, 08 May 2009 20:27 +0200

Love, tenderness and compassion :: L'amour, la tendresse et la compassion

Fri, 08 May 2009 06:57 +0200

Fontaine Saint Julien Le Pauvre ..... l'action de soutenir et porter le corps de l'autre dans un l'acte d'amour, de tendresse et compassion ......

Tattooed arm :: Un bras tatoué

Thu, 07 May 2009 06:17 +0200

I was waiting to cross the road when I saw this tattooed arm resting right in front of me. Love the little striking purple logo (Quiksilver?) on the t-shirt.

Tulip study :: Etude d'une tulipe (2)

Wed, 06 May 2009 06:02 +0200

Tulip study :: Etude d'une tulipe (1)

Tue, 05 May 2009 06:20 +0200

Le Pont des Arts

Mon, 04 May 2009 06:44 +0200

Eye contact :: Contact des yeux

Sun, 03 May 2009 07:23 +0200

Lily of the Valley :: Muget de mai

Fri, 01 May 2009 07:22 +0200

A french tradition ..... offer this flower to family and friends on this first day of May, you offer them good luck.

Colour contrast :: Constrast de couleur

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:36 +0200

This photo is not a collage.

The Louvre Pyramid :: La Pyramide du Louvre

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 06:34 +0200

After the rain :: Après la pluie

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:10 +0200

Due to bad meteorological conditions, I missed this year's peak blooms (around mid-April) of the flowering cherry trees, Prunus serrulata.

Broken glass :: Vitre cassée

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:02 +0200

Pond of Suresnes :: L'Etang de Suresnes (4)

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:56 +0200

Pond of Suresnes :: L'Etang de Suresnes (3)

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:55 +0200

A heron

Pond of Suresnes :: L'Etang de Suresnes (2)

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:07 +0200

Mrs. Mallard duck and her ten offsprings.

Pond of Suresnes :: L'Etang de Suresnes (1)

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 06:14 +0200

Joan of Arc + demonstrators :: Jeanne d'Arc + manifestants

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 07:44 +0200

It is common to see demonstrations, massive and small, on the streets of Paris these days. I bumped into one yesterday at La Place des Pyramides, where the equestrian statue of Joan of Arc is rise. I talked to one demonstrator who informed me that they are government servants.

Spring reflection :: Reflet de printemps

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 06:22 +0200

Promises of apples :: Promesses des pommes

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:26 +0200

Parked bicycle in front of a textured wall :: Vélo garé devant un mur texturé

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:39 +0200

Happy Easter + a break :: Joyeuses Pâques + une pause

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 13:16 +0200

Magnolia (2)

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:23 +0200

I took this photo yesterday during a walk around my neighbourhood. I was in awe of these intoxicating beauties. A souvenir for Anna and Alix who pass under this magnificent Magnolia tree when walking to school.

Magnolia (1)

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 06:06 +0200

Parc de Bercy

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:29 +0200

Part of the 21 "Children of the World" sculptures by Rachid Khimoune.

Shy tulip :: Une tulipe timide

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:08 +0200

Looking over the edge :: Regarder au-delà du bord

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 06:25 +0200

Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatun) :: Erable du Japon

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 06:46 +0200

The three wise monkeys : Les singes de la sagesse

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:15 +0200

"Jan Bos' Hyacinth :: Jacinth "Jan Bos"

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 06:03 +0200

Fabulous fragrance.

She made heads turn :: Elle fait tourner les têtes

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 06:14 +0200

Albert Kahn Garden :: Jardin Albert Kahn

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 06:32 +0200

Go Blues ! :: Allez les Bleus !

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:37 +0200

Update : France-Lithuania 1-0 (2010 World Cup qualifier)

When Aesculus met Prunus :: Quand Aesculus rencontre Prunus

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:32 +0200

Church of Saint-Augustin :: Eglise Saint-Augustin de Paris

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 06:40 +0200

View from Boulevard Malesherbes (8eme arrondisement).

Silhouette :: Silhouette

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 06:15 +0200

Equestrian statue of Maréchal Joffre, located at Place du Maréchal Joffre in front of the Ecole Militaire (The military school).

Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album) :: Le Robert-le-Diable

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:11 +0200

Silver wattle (Acacia dealbata) :: Mimosa des fleuristes

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:25 +0200

Door decoration :: Décoration de porte

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 06:41 +0200

Stained glass - ancient vs. modern :: Vitrail - ancien contre moderne

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 06:07 +0200

Both from Saint-Jean de Montmartre Church.

Saint-Jean de Montmartre Church :: Eglise Saint-Jean de Montmartre

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:13 +0200

Guess where I took this photo ? :: Devinez l"endroit où cette photo a été prise ?

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 06:05 +0200

Fountain of Saint-Sulpice :: La fontaine de Saint-Sulpice (2)

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 06:20 +0200

Fountain of Saint-Sulpice :: La fontaine de Saint-Sulpice (1)

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 06:40 +0200

It's spring :: C'est le printemps

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 06:10 +0200

Shadow play : Jeu d'ombre

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 06:02 +0200

Street photography :: Photographie de rue

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 06:19 +0200

When the sky is blue :: Quand le ciel est bleu

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 06:07 +0200

A taste of spring before spring :: Un avant-goût de printemps (3)

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:15 +0200

A taste of spring before spring :: Un avant-goût de printemps (2)

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:13 +0200

A taste of spring before spring :: Un avant-goût de printemps (1)

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:46 +0200

At Champ-de-Mars yesterday. It was the last Sunday of this winter season. The weather was gorgeous, sunny and warm at 15°C.

Eat five fruits and vegetables daily :: Manger cinq fruits et legumes par jour

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 06:25 +0200

Rusty pattern :: Motif rouillé

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 07:15 +0200

Nature, fauna and flora :: La nature, faune et flore (5)

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 06:35 +0200

Nature, fauna and flora :: La nature, faune et flore (4)

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 06:00 +0200

Nature, fauna and flora :: La nature, faune et flore (3)

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 06:47 +0200

Nature, fauna and flora :: La nature, faune et flore (2)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:10 +0200

Canada goose :: La bernache du Canada.

Nature, fauna and flora :: La nature, faune et flore (1)

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:00 +0200

Crocus

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 06:10 +0200

Did you know that the name crocus derives from a greek word "krokos" which means saffron?

Promises of Spring :: Les promesses du Printemps

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 06:30 +0200

Two weeks to Spring ... crocuses, catkins, hyacinth (I think) and many other buds are popping out.

Red :: Rouge

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:17 +0200

Close-up of the red windmill of "Le Moulin Rouge" cabaret.

Eye-catching :: Tape à l'oeil

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 06:16 +0200

Promotional posters of the movie "Watchmen", some really huge like this one, can be seen at every corner in the city and towns for weeks now. Movie is out in the French cinemas today.

L'Esplanade des Invalides (2)

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 06:02 +0200

L'Esplanade des Invalides (1)

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 06:20 +0200

Paris International Agricultural Show :: Salon International de l'Agriculture

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 06:20 +0200

Some other breeds of cows and bulls were passing by. This "Bretonne Pie Noir" bull stayed very still and had its eyes fixed at the scene. Curious look or worried look?

Metropolitan :: Métropolitain

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 06:50 +0200

There are several designs of the metro sign in Paris, each has its own history. This one is of "Porte de Versailles" station, Line 12, built in 1910. It was not named "METROPOLITAIN" then but "NORD-SUD" (North-South).

Nature's winter shades :: Couleurs de la nature en hiver (3)

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 06:04 +0200

Lichens, fascinating and complex living organisms.

Nature's winter shades :: Couleurs de la nature en hiver (2)

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:10 +0200

Vibrant green moss on a tree trunk.

Nature's winter shades :: Couleurs de la nature en hiver (1)

Sun, 22 Feb 2009 10:46 +0200

Dying English ivy.

Feed me please :: Nourris-moi s'il vous plait

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 06:39 +0200

Entrance door details :: Détails d'une porte d'entrée

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 06:36 +0200

Dried beauties :: Toujours en beauté, même fanée

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 06:06 +0200

Amazingly, these dried Hydrangea flowers of last season are still intact in spite of the rough winter we are going through (snow, windstorm, rainstorm, snow again ...).

A visitor :: Un visiteur

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:05 +0200

Statue of General Charles de Gaulle, located at the entrance of the Champs-Elysées Clemenceau métro station.

The first snowdrop :: Les premières perce-neige

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:10 +0200

First snowdrop bloomings mark the beginning of a new flowering season, that spring is not far away.

Nothing to do with snowdrops, just a note to self : I did it! Published my 366th photo on the 366th day.

Dress in white :: S'habille de blanc

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 06:35 +0200

Life goes on .... :: La vie continue ...

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 06:24 +0200

The snowfall did not deter these two ladies from stopping and have a chat. Lady on the left just did her grocery shopping (her shopping cart was filled with groceries) and the lady on the right, I suppose she was taking her dog for a walk. Poor dog !

Chinese New Year Parade 2009 :: Defilé Nouvel An Chinois 2009 (3)

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:12 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade 2009 :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois 2009 (2)

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 06:06 +0200

Chinese New Year Parade 2009 :: Défilé Nouvel An Chinois 2009 (1)

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:36 +0200

Nereid (Alexandre III Bridge) :: Néréide (Pont Alexandre III)

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 06:55 +0200

Blue Harmony :: Harmonie Bleue

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 11:23 +0200

Lunar New Year (Year of the Ox) :: Nouvel An Chinois (L'année du Buffle)

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 09:37 +0200

To my family, friends and visitors who celebrate Chinese New Year, "Gong Xi Fa Cai / Kong Hei Fatt Choy"

A fresh trace :: Une trace fraiche

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:31 +0200

Hoar Frost (Window/Fern Frost) :: Gelée Blanche sur Vitrine

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 06:15 +0200

Sky on fire :: Ciel en feu

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 10:03 +0200

You know it is cold when ..... :: Vous savez qu'il fait froid quand .....

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:05 +0200

New Year and Taking a Hiatus :: Nouvel An et Une Pause

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:10 +0200

Wishing all my family, friends and visitors, an "Excellent and Happy New Year", "Bonne et Heureuse Année". I'm taking a seasonal break from photography. I will be back.

Farewell Lady in Blue, Farewell 2008 :: Adieu Dame en Bleu, Adieu 2008

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:01 +0200

Towers of delish (Lenôtre) :: Tours de délices (Lenôtre)

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:03 +0200

Update - January 8, 2009 : Monsieur Gaston Lenôtre, king of patisserie, founder of Lenôtre empire, passed away today at the age of 88.

Ferris Wheel at Place de la Concorde :: La Grande Roue à Place de la Concorde

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:25 +0200

L'arc de Triomphe, Avenue des Champs-Elysées

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 06:15 +0200

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:30 +0200

The house of Alsace :: La maison de l'Alsace

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:41 +0200

Merry Christmas :: Joyeux Noël

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 07:06 +0200

Christmas Market at La Défense :: Marché de Noël à La Défense (4)

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 06:02 +0200

Food, glorious food.

Christmas Market at La Défense :: Marché de Noël à La Défense (3)

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 06:07 +0200

Scarves galore!

Christmas Market at La Défense :: Marché de Noël à La Défense (2)

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:04 +0200

Colourful household items.

Christmas Market at La Défense :: Marché de Noël à La Défense (1)

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 06:05 +0200

The La Défense Christmas market is the biggest in Paris, 350 stalls spread over 10,000 sq.m. of surface.

Goodbye Autumn :: Au revoir l'Automne

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 06:55 +0200

Today is officially the last day of autumn. I took this photo yesterday in my neighbourhood. It was a delight to see the sun shining after weeks of gloomy weather. The tree is a Harlequin glorybower (Clerodendrum trichotomum), one of my favourite trees. The fruits are incredibly pretty, so are the flowers.

Who are they ? :: Qui sont-ils ?

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:18 +0200

The animals, the snake and the apple tree ... Adam and Eve perhaps? These two sculptures grace the walls of the entrance to "Palais de Tokyo", a modern and contemporary art museum.

For a few Euros :: Pour quelques Euros

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:36 +0200

What are you doing outdoor ? :: Que fais-tu dehors ?

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 06:48 +0200

Autumn sunrise :: Lever du soleil en automne

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 06:04 +0200

Wall lizard (Podarcis Muralis) :: Lézard des murailles

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 06:30 +0200

Photo was taken in end October, before these lizards go on hibernation (from November till March/April).

Abstract ... Reflection on the Seine River :: Abstrait ... Reflexion sur la Seine (2)

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 06:26 +0200

Abstract ... Reflection on the Seine River :: Abstrait ... Reflexion sur la Seine (1)

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:17 +0200

Felt like in a prison :: Comme dans un prison

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 06:05 +0200

Photo was taken from inside the Chateau of Versailles. Restoration works were in progress.

Winter accessories :: Accessoires d'hiver

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 06:23 +0200

Still Life :: Nature Morte

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 06:23 +0200

This bunch of herbs ended in a cucumber and feta salad.

A Flying bird :: Un oiseau en vol

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:01 +0200

I was taking a photo of the early morning sky and the bird (a magpie?) decided to be in my photo too.

Colour and texture :: Couleur et texture

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 06:13 +0200

Saint Nicholas Day :: Fête la Saint Nicolas

Sat, 06 Dec 2008 06:05 +0200

Lines and curves :: Lignes et courbes

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 06:12 +0200

Nature's heart :: Coeur nature

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 06:25 +0200

Waiting :: Elles attendent

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 06:15 +0200

Scene of a sidewalk café along Avenue des Champs-Elysées at noon yesterday.

Dramatic sunrise :: Lever du soleil dramatique

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:21 +0200

Some snow fell later that morning.

A statue at Parc de St. Cloud :: Une statue à Parc de St. Cloud

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 06:03 +0200

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (7)

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 06:05 +0200

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (6)

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 06:30 +0200

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (5)

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:27 +0200

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (4)

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:03 +0200

Beautyberry (Callicarpa bodinieri 'Profusion') :: Arbuste aux bonbons.

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (3)

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 06:08 +0200

Yesterday morning at Parc de St. Cloud. Blue sky, sun shining but it was cold ... only 4°C.

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (2)

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 06:08 +0200

Rearranged fallen sweetgum (liquidambar) leaves.

The last autumn colours :: Les dernières couleurs d'automne (1)

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:51 +0200

I took this photo a few days ago at Jardin Albert Kahn. With the cold weather settling in, the wind, rain and snow yesterday, these Japanese Maple leaves may have all fallen by now.

Autumn Chrysanthemum :: Chrysanthème d'automne (3)

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:10 +0200

Autumn Chrysanthemum :: Chrysanthème d'automne (2)

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 06:06 +0200

Autumn Chrysanthemum :: Chrysanthème d'automne (1)

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 06:06 +0200

Dreamy Child :: L'enfant rêveur

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:03 +0200

Cold days are here :: Le froid arrive

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:13 +0200

Life with rust :: La vie avec la rouille

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:02 +0200

How do you feel today ? :: Comment vous sentez-vous aujourd'hui ?

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:05 +0200

Stencil art :: L'art du pochoir

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:10 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (7)

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 06:34 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (6)

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:04 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (5)

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:08 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (4)

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:10 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (3)

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 06:12 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (2)

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 06:14 +0200

Let's take a walk in the woods :: Promenons-nous dans les bois (1)

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 06:56 +0200

One week of Brittany : : Une semaine de la Bretagne (7)

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 06:30 +0200

Tried out a couple of dessert recipes using the apples picked from our apple tree. The cake was really delicious, moist and buttery. Apple Crumble is one dessert that I make very often. The french name of this variety of apple is "Reinette Grise du Canada", a russet variety. This collage ends my Brittany vacation photos serie.

One week of Brittany :: Une semaine de la Bretagne (6)

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 06:14 +0200

One week of Brittany :: Une semaine de la Bretagne (5)

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:30 +0200

Rainbow on "La Pointe du Petit-Minou" - the point of Petit-Minou. Photo was taken from in-laws' apartment balcony.

One week of Brittany :: Une semaine de la Bretagne (4)

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:03 +0200

Hydrangea aging gracefully.

One week of Brittany :: Une semaine de la Bretagne (3)

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:08 +0200

One week of Brittany :: Un semaine de la Bretagne (2)

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:41 +0200

One week of Brittany :: Un semaine de la Bretagne (1)

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:15 +0200

A warm welcome ... the sun was setting as we arrive at the house. I took this photo seconds after I got out of the car.

A break :: Une pause

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 06:12 +0200

It's All Saints' Day school holidays (Vacances de Toussaint) and we are off to Brittany for a week.

Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatun) :: Erable du Japon

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 06:12 +0200

October Cumulus :: Cumulus d'Octobre

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:07 +0200

Olden days images :: Des images d'autrefois

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:43 +0200

Stuck :: Coincé

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:07 +0200

Old shutters :: Vieux volets

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 06:32 +0200

Autumn leaves :: Les feuilles d'automne

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 06:09 +0200

Graffiti

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:05 +0200

Some say "Graffiti is not vandalism, but a beautiful crime".

Still life :: Nature morte (2)

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:44 +0200

Been playing with the cute little crabapples.

Still life :: Nature morte (1)

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:43 +0200

Been playing with the cute little crabapples.

An ancient face :: Un visage ancient

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 06:16 +0200

This is one of the many mascaron ornaments found at the Palace of Versailles.

Seeing stars :: Voir des étoiles

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 06:03 +0200

I talked about an aeoronautics exhibition at Champs-Elysées a few days ago. These stars are part of the decorations of one of the exhibition booth.

The sky at sunrise this morning :: Le ciel au lever du soleil ce matin

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:00 +0200

Red :: Rouge

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:09 +0200

Hustle and bustle at Champs-Elysées yesterday :: La cohue aux Champs-Elysées hier

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:30 +0200

Reason? Ongoing a free exhibition (4 - 12 October) along the Champs-Elysées to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the French Aerospace industry (100 ans d'Industrie Aérospatiale Française). On the photo is one of the many displays, a 12-metre high model of Ariane 5 rocket. The real Ariane 5 measures 55 metres.

The last Dahlia :: Le petit dernier Dahlia

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:02 +0200

Double rainbow :: Arc-en-ciel double

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 06:29 +0200

Too bad I didn't have the good lens and angle to take a larger view of the rainbow. The sight was spectacular and dramatic at the same time.

Autumn flirt ::Flirt d'automne

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:03 +0200

Alcohol abuse :: L'abus d'alcool

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:03 +0200

A few days ago, I went to "L'île des Cygnes"/Isle of the Swans for a walk. At the foot of the Statue of Liberty, I was rudely greeted by these empty vodka and rum bottles. The whole scene, empty bottles and mess left behind by the drinkers, was an eyesore.

Bir-Hakeim Bridge :: Le Pont de Bir-Hakeim

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:02 +0200

Autumn Colours :: Les couleurs d'automne

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:43 +0200

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (12)

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:06 +0200

Sleeping Ariadne in marble :: Ariane endormie en marbre.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (11)

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:05 +0200

The Knifegrinder in bronze :: Le Rémouleur en bronze.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (10)

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:07 +0200

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (9)

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:06 +0200

The Latone Fountain :: Le bassin de Latone

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (8)

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 06:01 +0200

The Orangery :: L'Orangerie.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (7)

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 06:07 +0200

Jeff Koons "Hanging Heart (Red/Gold)". There are 16 other Jeff Koons creations in exhibition at the Palace. Exhibition is until 14 December.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (6)

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:23 +0200

The Queen's bed.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (5)

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:22 +0200

Not Sixtine Chapel but the fresco on the ceiling of the Royal Chapel is impressived. Viewed from the first floor.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (4)

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:12 +0200

Statues at the "Hall of Mirrors".

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (3)

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:11 +0200

One of the many corridors.

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (2)

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 07:05 +0200

Detail of one of the ornaments gracing the royal fence (previous photo).

The Palace and Park of Versailles :: Le Chateau et le Parc de Versailles (1)

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 07:00 +0200

The newly restored/rebuild Royal Gate and fence view from the "Cour d'honneur".

Autumn Colours :: Les couleurs d'automne

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:58 +0200

Parisian balconies :: Les balcons Parisien

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 07:08 +0200

A powerful and meaningful word :: Un mot puissant et significatif

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 08:59 +0200

A perfect second bloom :: Une parfaite deuxième floraison

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 06:59 +0200

Lines and curves :: Lignes et courbes

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:35 +0200

At the Luxembourg Gardens yesterday :: A Jardin du Luxembourg hier (3)

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 06:19 +0200

I have already published a photo of this "pot of legs in a bouquet" sculpture by Robert Combas in May. This time it was the sexy clouds that caught my attention. I thought I was at the right place at the right time since yesterday was the last day of the Artsenat exhibition. This sculpture is one of the exhibits.

At the Luxembourg Gardens yesterday :: A Jardin du Luxembourg hier (2)

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 06:11 +0200

Playing with horse chestnuts.

At the Luxembourg Gardens yesterday :: A Jardin du Luxembourg hier (1)

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 06:10 +0200

Certain signs do not lie. Autumn is definitely on its way.

Last summer delight :: Dernier plaisir d'été

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:30 +0200

I took this photo a few days ago at St. Cloud. Summer is leaving us this weekend but I'm looking forward to the autumn (fall) delights :).

Sitting Kid by Jef Aerosal

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 06:56 +0200

Perspective (2)

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:24 +0200

Perspective (1)

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 08:17 +0200

The triumphal dance :: La danse triomphale

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 06:00 +0200

"La danse triomphale" is the description of this sculpture ~ Pallas Athens, by who the gods defeated the giants.

Ivy flower buds :: Boutons de fleur de lierre

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 06:15 +0200

Four bags and a parrot :: Quatre sacs et un perroquet

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 06:30 +0200

Tagged :: Taggé/Tagué (C'est du français ça?)

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 07:31 +0200

Wrought iron signs :: Enseignes en fer forgé

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 06:10 +0200

I love these shop signs, so intricate. The top one is of a pharmacy and the bottom one is of a patiserrie. Too bad I couldn't get the third sign, of a café, on the photo.

Find the difference :: Chercher l'intrus

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 06:02 +0200

Blue reflection at La Défense :: Reflet bleu à La Défense (3)

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 06:38 +0200

The business district of La Défense celebrated its 50th anniversary yesterday.

Blue reflection at La Défense :: Reflet bleu à La Défense (2)

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 06:38 +0200

The business district of La Défense celebrated its 50th anniversary yesterday.

Blue reflection at La Défense :: Reflet bleu à La Défense (1)

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 06:37 +0200

The business district of La Défense celebrated its 50th anniversary yesterday.

Searching for inspiration :: A la recherche d'inspiration

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 09:03 +0200

A visitor :: Un visiteur

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:25 +0200

The golden statues of Trocadero :: Les statues doré de Trocadéro (3)

Sun, 07 Sep 2008 07:31 +0200

The golden statues of Trocadero :: Les statues doré de Trocadéro (2)

Sat, 06 Sep 2008 06:48 +0200

The golden statues of Trocadero :: Les statues doré de Trocadéro (1)

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:30 +0200

Blue-tailed damselfly mating :: Accouplement d'Agrion élégant

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 07:41 +0200

Promises of beauty :: Promesses de beauté

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 08:46 +0200

Fuchsia "Garden News" buds ready to pop open.

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (8)

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:06 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (7)

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:06 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (6)

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:05 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (5)

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:02 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (4)

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:01 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (3)

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 11:05 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (2)

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 10:13 +0200

Procession for Ganesh :: Procession pour Ganesh (1)

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 09:56 +0200

A gate details :: Détails d'un portail

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:39 +0200

Fabrics Galore :: Au paradis des tissus

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:30 +0200

Nature Invasion (2)

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:20 +0200

Nature Invasion (1)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:30 +0200

Say "Cheese" ! :: Dit "ouistiti"!

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:46 +0200

Love doesn't hide :: L'amour ne se cache pas

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:30 +0200

"Sun Parasol" Brazilian Jasmine :: Mandevilla Sanderi ex. Dipladenia

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 08:00 +0200

Color contrast :: Contraste de couleur

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:15 +0200

I'm not perfect :: Je ne suis pas parfait

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 06:13 +0200

Inner beauty :: La beauté intérieure

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:39 +0200

A short break :: Une petite pause

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:06 +0200

I'm still very much in a holiday mood, enjoying the summer break. :: Vive les vacances ... je prends une petite pause encore pour bien profiter l'été.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (10)

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:11 +0200

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (9)

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:05 +0200

Kuala Lumpur Railway Station :: La Gare de Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (8)

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 09:05 +0200

Flower garlands vendor at Brickfields :: Vendeur de guirlands de fleurs à Brickfields.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (7)

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 07:10 +0200

Spiral incense at Kwong Siew Temple, Jalan Tun H.S.Lee :: L'encens en spirale brulent dans le temple chinois de Kwong Siew.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (6)

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 06:06 +0200

The Petronas Twin Towers :: Les Tours Jumelles Petronas, 452 mètres de haut, 88 étages. Cette photo a été prise de notre chambre d'hôtel du 21ème étage.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (5)

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 06:39 +0200

Durian, the King of fruits :: Le Durian, le Roi des fruits.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (4)

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:44 +0200

A Pringles thief :: Un voleur de Pringles. Des centaines de ces macaques vivent dans et autour de la grotte de Batu Caves. Certains sont très agressifs. Le macaque sur la photo a arraché un sac porté par un touriste et volé la boite de chips.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (3)

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:23 +0200

The 42.7 meters tall statue of Lord Murugan at Batu Caves :: Le statue de Seigneur Murugan, un dieu hindou, à Batu Caves. La statue mesure 42.7 mètres de haut. L'escalier (272 marches) mène à une grotte de calcaire ou se trouve un sanctuaire hindou.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (2)

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 05:32 +0200

Masjid Jamek view from Lebuh Pasar Besar Bridge. :: La Mosquée de Jamek, vue du Pont Lebuh Pasar Besar.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia :: Kuala Lumpur en Malaisie (1)

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:08 +0200

Sultan Abdul Samad Building. This photo tells all ... I'm on vacation. I won't be able to update my website for the next 2.5 weeks.

Blue Agaphantus :: Agaphante bleue

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 21:03 +0200

Le Conquet, Brittany :: Le Conquet en Bretagne (3)

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 20:57 +0200

Le Conquet, Brittany :: Le Conquet en Bretagne (2)

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:02 +0200

Le Conquet, Brittany :: Le Conquet en Bretagne (1)

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:57 +0200

Galeries Lafayette, Boulevard Haussmann

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 06:10 +0200

This photo does not do justice to the grandeur of the glass dome and the balconies.

Osteospermum

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 06:00 +0200

I love Paris in summertime :: J'aime Paris en été

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 06:05 +0200

Lines and curves :: Lignes et courbes

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:06 +0200

House Sparrow :: Moineau domestique

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 06:02 +0200

I got really close to this bird but it didn't fly away. I thought perhaps it was either sick or too heavy or simply old.

"Angel's Share"

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 06:05 +0200

Window of a wine bistro at Montmartre. Open only in the evenings, thus the closed window.

Giant Hogweed :: La Berce du Caucase (2)

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:10 +0200

This massive size flower (up to 50 cm in diameter) is pretty to look at but dangerous to touch. The watery sap from the stem of this plant contains toxins that can cause skin reaction known as phytophotodermatitis (painful blisters).

Giant Hogweed :: La Berce du Caucase (1)

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 06:05 +0200

A soldier of eternity (Xl'an Warrior) :: Un soldat de l'Eternité (Guerrier de XI'an)

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 06:06 +0200

I cheated. This is only a replica/souvenir from the window display of the souvenir shop. I went to see the exhibition but photographs were not allowed. Exhibition from April 15 till September 14 at the Pinacothèque de Paris, 28 Place de la Madeleine, 75008 Paris.

Signage of a horse meat butchery shop :: Boucherie Chevaline

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 07:52 +0200

I do not eat horse meat, never tried and never will. Internationl Herald Tribune published an article on horse meat consumption in France/Europe recently. An eye-opener for me. If you are interested to read, here is the link : http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/06/19/opinion/edjohnson.php

Assorted nuts :: Assortiment fruits oléagineux

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 06:07 +0200

A day to remember :: Un jour à souvenir

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:46 +0200

A yellow rose to express my joy. Ingrid Betancourt, French/Colombia most famous hostage, and 14 other hostages held by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) are freed yesterday by the Colombian Army.

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (12)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:03 +0200

Feeling fruity!

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (11)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:02 +0200

Jack Lang était là.

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (10)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:02 +0200

Two men in black!

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (9)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 06:00 +0200

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (8)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:14 +0200

Rainbow colors umbrella

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (7)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:13 +0200

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (6)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:12 +0200

Drag queen shoes

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (5)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:12 +0200

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (4)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:10 +0200

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (3)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:09 +0200

Sister of Perpetual Indulgence

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (2)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:08 +0200

Sister of Perpetual Indulgence

Paris Gay Pride 2008 :: La Marche des Fiertés 2008 (1)

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:05 +0200

I took over 300 photos (I'm crazy I know) during this annual event that took place last Saturday. It was fun, crowded, colorful and hot. More photos to come .....

Parisian balconies :: Les balcons Parisien

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 06:48 +0200

Simply Pink :: Rose tout simplement

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 06:55 +0200

Hydrangeas ... summer blooms.

A penny for your thoughts :: Que penses-tu?

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:03 +0200

.. Don't you step on my Blue Suede Shoes .. Carl Perkins/Elvis Presley

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 06:53 +0200

Heterochromic eyes :: Des yeux heterochromique

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 06:43 +0200

Trick the eye :: Trompe l'oeil (2)

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:07 +0200

Trick the eye :: Trompe l'oeil (1)

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:06 +0200

Guessing game: What is real and not painted?

Redcurrants in season :: C'est la saison des groseilles

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 07:04 +0200

First day of summer :: Premier jour d'été

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:03 +0200

The sun was setting, yesterday at 9.25pm.

Philadelphus - Mock Orange 'Innocence' :: Seringat 'Innocence'

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 06:05 +0200

These flowers are heavenly-scented.

Catchy colors :: Couleurs tape à l'oeil

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 06:05 +0200

New leaves :: Nouvelles feuilles (2)

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 06:47 +0200

New leaves :: Nouvelles feuilles (1)

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 06:38 +0200

Montmartre Revisited :: Montmartre Revisité (3)

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 06:00 +0200

"La Maison Rose", The Pink House.

Montmartre Revisited :: Montmartre Revisité (2)

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 07:16 +0200

Famous old cabaret "Au Lapin Agile".

Montmartre Revisited :: Montmartre Revisité (1)

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:04 +0200

Eastern Paris skyline, view from top of Montmartre at 130 metres (426.4 feet) high. Standing out on the left is St. Vincent de Paul Church (10th arrondisement).

Rose (Ferdy)

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 07:31 +0200

Photo is edited extensively ... film grain and saturation.

Street wall art :: L'art de la rue

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 06:15 +0200

Zen

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:13 +0200

Double HOT ! :: Double CHAUD !

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:06 +0200

Behind the fence :: Derrière la grille

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 05:44 +0200

Hippodrome de St.Cloud. A totally unprepared shot as I did not expect to see a horse race on a Monday afternoon. I guess it was just a training excercise.

A horse-chestnut leaf :: Une feuille de marronnier commun

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 06:31 +0200

Blue reflection :: Reflet bleu

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 06:27 +0200

The arcades around Place des Vosges :: Les arcades autour de Place des Vosges (2)

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 05:33 +0200

The arcades around Place des Vosges :: Les arcades autour de Place des Vosges (1)

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 06:10 +0200

The jewel is in the heart :: Le joyau est dans le coeur (2)

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:05 +0200

The jewel is in the heart :: Le joyau est dans le coeur (1)

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 06:03 +0200

Portrait of a sleepy dog :: Portrait d'un chien fatigué (2)

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 08:03 +0200

Portrait of a sleepy dog :: Portrait d'un chien fatigué (1)

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 06:31 +0200

Colors in jars :: Couleurs dans des bocaux

Sat, 31 May 2008 06:56 +0200

These jars of "colored powder" are displayed at an objects restoration shop window.

Two-spotted ladybug :: Coccinelle à deux points

Fri, 30 May 2008 07:19 +0200

So minuscule ... Didn't realise that it was a two-spotted until I process the photo. Two-spotted ladybugs are rare to be seen these days.

In season :: C'est la saison

Thu, 29 May 2008 06:17 +0200

In a dilapidated state :: Dans un état délabré

Wed, 28 May 2008 05:49 +0200

Raindrops : Gouttes de pluie

Tue, 27 May 2008 13:50 +0200

Rainy day today. Took this photo about an hour ago, one hand holding the camera and the other hand held an umbrella!

The Ladies :: Les Dames

Mon, 26 May 2008 14:51 +0200

For Mother's Day :: Pour la Fête des Mères

Sun, 25 May 2008 06:30 +0200

Mother's Day in France is usually celebrated on the last Sunday of May. For this occasion, I made a collage of some of the spring blooms that I photographed these past few weeks. "Bonne fêtes belle-maman".

"Fisheye" effect :: Effet "l'oeil de poisson"

Sat, 24 May 2008 07:32 +0200

Platform/Track 2B :: Quai/Voie 2 bis

Fri, 23 May 2008 07:18 +0200

A quick shot of a passing vehicles transporter train.

Watch the world go by :: Regarder passer le monde

Wed, 21 May 2008 08:22 +0200

"Etre dans le vent est une ambition de feuille morte" (2)

Tue, 20 May 2008 06:09 +0200

Notes on previous photo.

"Etre dans le vent est une ambition de feuille morte" (1)

Tue, 20 May 2008 06:08 +0200

This french quote is printed on the red ribbons you see hanging from the branches of the Paulownia tomentosa or commonly called Empress/Princess trees. "To be in the wind is an ambition of a dead leaf" is the translation. Not sure what is the intended message but it has relation to the current Exposition "Du vent dans les branches". To be in the wind (être dans le vent) means to be in the latest fashion trend. Go figure!

Exposition "Du vent dans les branches"

Mon, 19 May 2008 08:59 +0200

Exposition "Du vent dans les branches"

Mon, 19 May 2008 08:58 +0200

Exposition "Du vent dans les branches"

Mon, 19 May 2008 08:57 +0200

Le Prophète :: The Prophet (3)

Sat, 17 May 2008 06:23 +0200

Bronze sculpture by Louis Derbré currently being exhibited at Jardin du Luxembourg (Exposition "Du vent dans les branches" - 17 mai au 21 septembre, 2008).

Le Prophète :: The Prophet (2)

Sat, 17 May 2008 06:22 +0200

Bronze sculpture by Louis Derbré currently being exhibited at Jardin du Luxembourg (Exposition "Du vent dans les branches" - 17 mai au 21 septembre, 2008).

Le Prophète :: The Prophet (1)

Sat, 17 May 2008 06:22 +0200

Bronze sculpture by Louis Derbré currently being exhibited at Jardin du Luxembourg (Exposition "Du vent dans les branches" - 17 mai au 21 septembre, 2008)

Lilac :: Lilas (2)

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:17 +0200

Lilac :: Lilas (1)

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:16 +0200

I believe I can fly :: Je crois que je peux voler

Wed, 14 May 2008 06:44 +0200

Cranberry cotoneaster :: Cotoneaster apiculatus

Tue, 13 May 2008 08:32 +0200

Door knocker :: Heurtoir de porte

Sun, 11 May 2008 07:22 +0200

Synchronized napping :: La sieste synchronisé

Fri, 09 May 2008 07:08 +0200

Rennemoulin (2)

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:33 +0200

Nature at its best. The yellow flowers are wild buttercups.

Rennemoulin (1)

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:30 +0200

Flowering rapeseed field. Rennemoulin is approximately 20 kilometres west of Paris (Porte de St. Cloud).

Do you want to play with me?

Wed, 07 May 2008 06:49 +0200

One of the temperament of French bulldogs (Bouledogue Français) is they are particularly affectionate towards children. The little girl did not appreciate this confrontation. She ran away after I took the photo.

I need to cool down !

Tue, 06 May 2008 08:46 +0200

This is a French bulldog (Bouledogue Français), always joyful and playful. I observed this dog for some time. He was hilarious.

Breakfast time :: L'heure du petit dejeuner

Mon, 05 May 2008 15:15 +0200

I took this photo from my daughter's bedroom window this morning. The wood pigeon was surprised to see me and my camera as I was surprised to see it pecking at the tiny 'crataegus laevigata' flower buds.

"La Boudeuse", Goélette à trois-mâts sur la Seine

Sun, 04 May 2008 17:36 +0200

"La Boudeuse", the three-masted schooner that made a voyage around the world recently, is now anchored at the Seine River (Port de Bercy).

Paris, The city of Love

Sun, 04 May 2008 07:44 +0200

Dangerous walk

Sat, 03 May 2008 08:53 +0200

Lily of the Valley :: Le Muguet

Thu, 01 May 2008 07:59 +0200

On this first day of May, it is a tradition to offer this sweet scented spring flower to family and friends for good luck.

Rapeseed field :: Champ de Colza (4)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:39 +0200

Rapeseed field :: Champ de Colza (3)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:38 +0200

Rapeseed field :: Champ de Colza (2)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:37 +0200

Rapeseed field :: Champ de Colza (1)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 07:36 +0200

Watch the world go by

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:35 +0200

Le Trez-Hir Beach, Plougonvelin, Brittany (2)

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:04 +0200

Le Trez-Hir Beach, Plougonvelin, Brittany (1)

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:23 +0200

An asian lady beetle (Harmonia axyridis)

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:22 +0200

Rainy day :: Un jour de pluie

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:45 +0200

Nature invasion

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:07 +0200

Eye-catching

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:04 +0200

Pepe Jeans advertisement at the back of a double decker tourist coach.

Sign of an artisan bakery

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:44 +0200

Le Pont Mirabeau :: Mirabeau Bridge (2)

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:27 +0200

Le Pont Mirabeau :: Mirabeau Bridge (1)

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 06:34 +0200

New leaves joining old leaves

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:45 +0200

Hedera helix or common Ivy

Neat window shutters

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 06:46 +0200

Double early tulips @ St. Cloud (3)

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:09 +0200

Close up of a Monsella tulip.

Double early tulips @ St. Cloud (2)

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:08 +0200

Red is Abba, yellow is Monte Carlo and yellow/red is Monsella

Double early tulips @ St. Cloud (1)

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:06 +0200

Red is Abba, yellow is Monte Carlo and yellow/red is Monsella

Enjoying their golden years

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 07:35 +0200

I couldn't resist turning back to take another glimpse (and a photo) of this couple who warmed my heart. They were smartly dressed, holding hands and wearing a smile on their face. We exchanged a "Bonjour" as we pass.

The Eiffel Tower on the horizon

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 09:18 +0200

"World's Favourite" Darwin hybrid tulips @ Garches (3)

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 06:12 +0200

"World's Favourite" Darwin hybrid tulips @ Garches (2)

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 06:12 +0200

"World's Favourite" Darwin hybrid tulips @ Garches (1)

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 06:11 +0200

A touch of spring on the sidewalk

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 05:23 +0200

Although the flowers in the vase are fake, it looks nice and decorative from afar, in contrast with the green garbage container a few shops further.

Zoomed !

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 07:48 +0200

Graffiti detail

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 06:51 +0200

Gaara, a character in the 'Naruto' manga and anime series.

Graffiti detail

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 06:40 +0200

Ulquiorra Schiffer, a character in the "Bleach" manga and anime series.

Graffiti is vandalism and art?

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:20 +0200

White April (4)

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:48 +0200

White April (3)

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:43 +0200

Gavota tulips.

White April (2)

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:41 +0200

White April (1)

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:38 +0200

We got a few inches of snow this morning, fell during the night. Snow in April, in Spring is rather unusual. The snow was all gone by mid-day.

Euphorbia characais

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 08:47 +0200

Euphorbia characais

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 07:01 +0200

Hotel Murat signage

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 07:09 +0200

Hotel Murat signage

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 07:08 +0200

I spotted this pretty signage of Hotel Murat, at Boulevard Murat, Paris 75016, some weeks ago while travelling on a bus. Call me obsessed, yesterday I made a stop at Boulevard Murat just to take a few photographs of this signage. See next photo for closer details.

Memorial dedicated to Aristide Briand (1862-1932)

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 07:15 +0200

Aristide Briand was a French statesman, who held over 20 ministerial posts, that included several terms as Prime Minister, between 1909-1929. He was the recipent of the 1926 Nobel Peace Prize. There are similar memorials like this scattered all over in Paris, commemorating other important historical figures. I like the texture and colors contrast of this photo, between the bronze sculptures and the plants, between the overcast sky and the stripey coloured guardhouse.

Searching for Utopia of Belgian artist Jan Fabre

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 07:30 +0200

This gigantic bronze turtle sculpture sits at the entrance of "Grand Palais" (an exhibition hall), in conjunction with the 10th edition of the modern and contemporary aRTPARIS art show (April 3-7).

Spring flirts

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 08:16 +0200

Rain droplets

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 09:21 +0200

Plant is Cotinus coggygria probably a 'Royal Purple', commonly called smoke tree or smoke bush.

Sauternes Chateau Haut Bommes

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:36 +0200

Tasted this sweet dessert wine at a wine fare yesterday. Excellent! I have always liked Sauternes, drink chilled as an aperitif or paired with fruity desserts, certain cheese and especially with goose liver, which is a classic match.

"Café Crème" for two

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 21:28 +0200

A delightful "yum cha" session with a good friend, after a round of wine tasting.

Still hanging around

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:35 +0200

Matured fruits/seeds of a Platanus occidentalis or commonly called a Sycamore tree.

Ranunculus or commonly called Persian buttercup

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 06:39 +0200

Love silk. Love scarfs. Love colors.

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 06:49 +0200

Pink and Blue can never go wrong

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:09 +0200

Prunus 'Accolade'

A street performer

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:15 +0200

Lines and shadows

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 11:35 +0200

People !

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 07:05 +0200

This photo does not depict Easter celebration but it has something to do with the Easter holidays. Many took advantage of the long weekend to visit Paris. This was a scene at The Eiffel Tower yesterday afternoon.

Promises of beauty (2)

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 07:12 +0200

Malus or commonly called crabapple flower buds. Each bud/flower will give a fruit.

A tale of two seasons (2)

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 05:50 +0200

Malus or commonly called crabapple. Spring is already here but the old fruits, should have fallen or eaten by birds, are still hanging on.

Looking up

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 07:27 +0200

At La Défense

Luminous sculptures by Greek Artist Panayotis Vassilakis (Takis)

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 07:23 +0200

At l'Esplanade de la Défense

Vertical lines

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 05:59 +0200

At l'Esplanade de la Défense.

C'est le printemps !

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 06:00 +0200

Today is the 1st day of Spring. I took this photo two days ago. I thought I was lucky to be at the right place at the right time, when part of the sky was blue for a brief moment. These are Prunus 'Accolade' flowers, one of the first cherry blossoms.

Sun flirts with gray clouds behind my back (3)

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 05:57 +0200

Sun flirts with gray clouds behind my back (2)

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:41 +0200

Sun flirts with gray clouds behind my back (1)

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:26 +0200

Street art

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 07:33 +0200

Perfect lines

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 07:36 +0200

Promises of beauty (1)

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 06:11 +0200

Hyacinthus orientalis, Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Mohawak', Choisya ternata, Mahonia aquifolium.

Spiraea x bumalda 'Goldflame'

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 08:44 +0200

A tale of two seasons (1)

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 06:55 +0200

Spiraea x brumalda'Goldflame'.

Detail of a Wallace Fountain

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:46 +0200

Wallace fountains can be found scattered all over in Paris. They are not just decorative fountains but also dispense public portable water. This one is located at the bottom of Avenue des Champs Elysées.

A common gull in flight over Place de la Concorde

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:42 +0200

Mini sailboats

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 07:09 +0200

This guy rents out these little sailboats for kids at Jardin des Tuileries.

Maman (1999) by Louise Bourgeois

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 07:12 +0200

This celebrated giant spider sculpture is currently being exhibited at Jardin des Tuileries. A retrospective exhibition of works by Louise Bourgeois can be viewed at Centre Pompidou (March 5 - June 3, 2008).

Maman (1999) by Louise Bourgeois

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 06:45 +0200

This celebrated giant spider sculpture is currently being exhibited at Jardin de Tuileries. A retrospective exhibition of works by Louise Bourgeois can be viewed at Centre Pompidou (March 5 - June 3, 2008)

Garde Republicane

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 06:36 +0200

The French Republican Guard patrolling at the Garden of Tuileries.

Lines and curves

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:13 +0200

Detail of the entrance gate of Le Jardin des Tuileries, from Place de la Concorde, Paris 1st.

Crossing Avenue des Champs Elysées with five dalmatians

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:06 +0200

I just found out that yesterday, before I took this photo, there was a promotional event hosted by a radio station (RTL), in conjunction with the release of the Walt Disney movie "101 Dalmatians" on DVD. I guess these dalmatians are part of the invited guests.

Vertical pattern

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 07:46 +0200

Plant is English Ivy (Hedera Helix)

A composition of spring, winter and autumn

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 08:38 +0200

Funky leather dog collars

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 06:01 +0200

Breed : L'Abondance

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 06:38 +0200

This breed of cattle lives and grazes at the Alpine pasture. Milk produced by these cows is transformed to well-known cheese such as "L'abondance" (bien sur), "Le Reblochon", "Emmental de Savoie" ....

Cow and calf affection. Breed : Blond d'Aquitaine

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 11:20 +0200

I took this photo last weekend at the International Agricultural Show 2008 "Salon International de l'Agriculture 2008".

Bergenia cordifolia 'Purpurea'

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 10:09 +0200

Evergreen perennial plants, flowers bloom from mid-winter till mid-spring.

Abandoned at Pont Alexandre III

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 07:06 +0200

Pont Alexandre III - Alexander III Bridge

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:46 +0200

Pont Alexandre III towards Les Invalides

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:42 +0200

To Pont Alexandre III - Alexandre III Bridge, Paris 7th.

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:26 +0200

Daffodils

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 09:13 +0200

An early taste of spring. Daffodils and few other spring flowers have popped out since the beginning of February. I am not surprised as we are having an unusual warm and sunny winter.

Saya cinta padamu

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 05:40 +0200

I love you is written in 300 different languages and dialets on this specially created blue tiled wall, located at Square Jehan Rictus, Place des Abbesses, Paris 18th.. This wall is call 'Le mur des je t'aime', the wall of 'I love you..s'.

Rue de la Mire, Paris 18th.

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 05:49 +0200

Charming cobblestones street. I do not know if those small paintings on the wall are for sale or just for decorations only.

'Le passe-muraille'

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 07:48 +0200

Sculpture by Jean Marais, subject adapted from a short story written by Marcel Aymé about a man who walks through walls. Paris 18th.

Chinese New Year 2008 Dragon Parade

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 15:43 +0200

One of the participants from the Beijing Opera Troupe.

What on earth has happened !

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 08:21 +0200

A row of about 20 bicycles and motorbikes, some Harleys, carbonized on Rue du Temple, Paris 3rd.

Abstract

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:30 +0200

Pretty details

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:42 +0200

Printemps @ Boulevard Haussmann, Paris 8th

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:26 +0200

After George Clooney, now David Beckham. Wonder who will be next.

The wall of a house

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:15 +0200

Sainte-Marie Church, Versailles

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:08 +0200

Nature's exploitation

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 16:31 +0200

"Deux Personnages Fantastiques" by Joan Miro

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 16:26 +0200

"Grand Stabile Rouge" by Alexander Calder

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:43 +0200

Talking buildings

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:42 +0200

Reflection

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:42 +0200

Reflection of Coeur Défense

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:41 +0200

"La Cheminée" by Moretti

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:40 +0200

At l'Esplanade de la Défense

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:40 +0200

Smart car of the month of February

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:29 +0200

Ratatouille

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:28 +0200

Sunrise

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:24 +0200

Mini Cooper

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:19 +0200

Mini Cooper

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:16 +0200

Four windows

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:11 +0200

Walking alone

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:09 +0200

Orchid (Phalaenopsis)

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:15 +0200

Pattern

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:14 +0200

Gargoyle

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:09 +0200

Sunrise

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:07 +0200

Sunrise

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:29 +0200