photo from top of L’Arc de triomphe, Wrapped by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. taken by Yanique Francis If you are coming to Paris to see L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped (Project for Paris, Place de l'Étoile - Charles de Gaulle), a temporary work of art from Saturday, September 18 to Sunday, October 3, 2021. Here's what you need to know and my first impressions from yesterday's Press viewing. In the presence of the Ministry of culture, Roselyne Bachelot[...]
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March in Paris is actually when the weather starts to get a little bit warmer, but is still however a wet month . So you can pack a coat and perhaps buy an umbrella when you’re here ( there are many cute souvenir shops at the touristy spots with tons of Paris themed umbrella options that will make great conversation pieces when back home!) at Sacre Coeur or around the Louvre. The Facebook Live video I did last week at Sacre Couer - I was waering flats - the cobblestone streets are no jok[...]
The weather here in Paris is a mixed bag at times this October: its really cold one minute and you’ll need a thick jacket and then other times you want to run to the nearest rooftop to soak up some sun! You’ll be fine with just a sweater for those cocktail and champagne sipping nights though. One thing for sure this month as we slip into Fall is that the roaster of things to do, places to eat, shop and wander is just as good if not better than other months so far. Oh and as for the art[...]
It’s gonna be Maaaayyy (insert Nsync voice). Oh I know that’s a corny one - but I couldn't resist! Are you packing your bags for Paris? As usual, we go into the monthly breakdown of everything that’s fit to eat, drink and shop around. The weather is “parfait” - lots of sun and you won’t need a coat at all. The train strikes aren't really affecting the metros running in Paris, but you may still have some delays coming from Charles De Gaulle Airport ( you can take an uber[...]
Throw in names like The Lourve and the Musée d’Orsay, and you’ll be sure to justify Paris’ leadership in the world of art history. However, if you have already seen your fair share of High Renaissance and Impressionism paintings, take a break from la Grande Galerie and head to the streets to explore the contemporary art scene that is thriving here in Paris! Check out a few of these galleries when you don’t feel like braving the crowds, but are still craving an art-filled afternoon.[...]
I had the pleasure of discovering Ruinart's latest collaboration with Liu Bolin at Grand Palais. "Reveal the Invisible” It was on the 9th of March 2018. I love the majestic feel of the Grand Palais and think it lends well to any artistic endeavors. Without knowing really what to expect I ventured up the stairs to see my host waiting in a painted face mask and my booklet of the exhibition. I wandered around in what felt like a playful mase. Scenes of bright colors and light hues whe[...]