Hello, my friends! I’ve been traveling again but am home now for a good stretch until we leave for Chile in October. Behind the scenes – much activity, new ventures and plans. And also time to share with you some never-before-seen images from Paris which I’ve created for my new 2013 calendar “Toujours Paris”.
The mystique and allure of Paris is a continual source of inspiration and beauty to so many of us, whether we have been there or not. Truly, no other city embodies the qualities we associate with this magnificent location: elegance, style, charm and joie de vivre. During my visits, long days are been spent walking and walking, becoming familiar with grand avenues and narrow alleys, shops and shopkeepers, markets and cafes.
Does it always appear as I portray in my images? Honestly, no. I must admit to you that Paris has its share of crowds and noise, and like any large city, can often be dirty, hot and tiring. My response? I keep walking.
My last two visits have been solo, and the walks have been solitary explorations of a city with infinite details that does not reveal all in a single passage. D always urges me to take a taxi. But, no matter how tempting that might be some days, carrying all my gear and finding myself far from my hotel or apartment, at any moment I might turn a corner and find something magical, exquisite, delightful and quintessentially Parisian. Fatigue vanishes, replaced with wonder and a feeling of privilege at being able to capture, and eventually, share that discovery.
Recently, quite a few friends and acquaintances have asked my advice on visiting Paris. The must sees. The must dos. What will give them the ultimate Paris adventure and memories? Their lists include museums and restaurants and monuments and parks. All wonderful, I say! But what would you do, they ask?
I would walk. For that’s what I do in Paris.
For this year’s calendar, I’ve chosen what to me are timeless views of the city, that encapsulate the splendor that awaits upon your first or your twentieth visit. I hope the images inspire you throughout the year and help make your Parisian dream come true.
(And please do use the code CAL20 for a 20% discount through September, just for my blog readers and FB fans as a heartfelt thank you for stopping by here.)
Still to come, more Paris, more roses, perhaps a lilac or ranunculus, too.
Wishing you a dreamy weekend.
with love,
g
I come here to your blog/site when I need to just sit and soak something beautiful and I never leave disappointed. The Paris photos are exquisite and the advice you give to just walk perfect. Now to get myself to this land of enchantment so I can walk, walk, walk.
OOh!! Me gustan todas las fotos, pero la imagen de las gargolas, me parece espectacular!
Besos!!
Veronica.
Now you’ve got me dreaming of my next visit. I agree–walking Paris is the best way to open the treasure box. Maybe someday we can stroll the streets together. I’ll help you carry your equipment…..
Oh my…right now I am only dreaming of walking the streets of Paris. Thank you for taking us with you as you find all that Paris beauty!!
Certainly a different perspective of Paris than usually seen from visitors G – yours is breath taking! Love the colour of the sky in the first photo, the gargoyle and the macarons in the collage. I’ve bought the ingredients and hope to make some very soon.
Judith
I am always left speechless after visiting your blog G. The photography is stunning and your post editing perfect. I travel the world through your travels, thank you. Jen
Lovely images. But they always are. I love that shot of the Eiffel Tower for the month of January. Wishing you great success with the new calendar!
What absolutely gorgeous photos…I visited Paris once but it was a weekend bus trip (I was living in Germany). I got to see so little of the city and only the tourist spots, I’m afraid. I would love to visit again one day with my husband and have time to seek out the “nooks and crannies” of the city. How lucky you are! Thanks so much for sharing some of your beautiful captures!
I love armchair traveling through your images. Absolutely love the first image. And I’m with you–I can’t imagine ever taking a taxi in Paris. xo
Beautiful posting- apart from the always great photos.
I, too, believe that getting to know a city is walking. I love wandering streets to find out hidden treasure spots!
Love, love, love this! Beautiful work!
You got me thinking of Paris again, ahhhh… like Audrey Hepburn famous quote “Paris is always a good idea”, especially yours!!!!!! Thanks for sharing beautiful Paris through your lens!
These photos are gorgeous. I am so glad you walked the streets of Paris to get these photos to share with us. Oh how I wish to visit there someday. And if I do I will walk.
Hugs~
What a beautiful selection of photographs for your calendar, Georgianna!
Thank you for taking us along on your wonderful journeys.
Have a fantastic weekend!
xo.
Dear Georgianna ~ Your views of Paris are breathtakingly beautiful! A wonderful sense of calm even though it is a bustling city.
Thank you and have a great time with your travels coming up.
FlowerLady
Gorgeous photos as always and our advice to explore any city is always to walk. :)
Wonderful post, Georgianna! I love your advice for those who plan to visit Paris. When asked about tips on a place I’ve visited, I always recommend the same thing: walk and explore it by foot, that’s how you discover its true charm. Beautiful captures of Paris. Have a great weekend!
Ada
These images are beautiful and romantic, G.! When I someday get to Paris, I’ll be sure to take your advice and walk. Have a lovely weekend!
beautiful Paris! Your photos are very romantics…
xo
simonetta
HI G,
Your images are captivating! Makes me want to hop on a plane :) Guess I’ll have to save that thought, as we need to get our daughter through college first.
Thanks for the dreamy outing. Have a great weekend!
xo ~ A
I do not want to see another photograph of Paris until you take me with you! Hahaha! Seriously though G, how utterly beautiful! I think I might have to go and order your calendar…xoxo (*_*)
Dear Georgianna,
As always, your photos of Paris are so dreamy and makes me want to go and pack a suitcase and head over there now.
I agree walking is so much fun across Paris and nowhere is too far away and yes, just around the next corner, I know there is probably something to go aahhh about.
Happy weekend
Hugs
Carolyn
Hello my dear friend.
So beautiful photos, what a great view over Paris …..
Your photographs are like scenes from a fairy tale …. :)
Have a wonderful week!
Hi Georgianna!
I absolutely adore these images! (as usual)
I’ve received so many lovely comments about your feature in VL :)
xxx
Oh Georgianna, you make Paris look even more magical through your photography.
I went to a lecture the other evening with a famous photographer here in the States and in Ireland. He said that a great photograph isn’t take it is made. I think he was quoting Ansel Adams. That comment really made me stop and think about why I love some photographers work more than others. You came to mind. You take a beautiful photograph and make a dream.
Karen
Oh My Goodness! Everything is beautiful, but that first photo is breathtaking!! Hi Dear Georgianna. Sorry I haven’t been around much. I had to take a few months away from work and basically everything online, but I’m better now and back again.
This is the way I always envisioned Paris! I have seen it only in pictures and nothing is like what you have done. I am speechless, friend. You see, I always pictured it full of light,not just regular light, but the light of all the creatives, of all the loves, of all the souls that call it part of their hearts. What you have done is made it visible. I love your way!!! Blessings always, Amy
Oh G! These images truly capture the beauty of Paris! I love the timeless, dreamy quality of these images.
I’m sure Chile will have it’s sights too! Loved your peonies and look forward to see what you’ll unveil next!
Warmly,
Kelly
Be still my beating heart!
I cannot believe that I’ll be there within in a month or so and I plan to W-A-L-K!
Hello Geogianna ..Thank you so much for your lovely comment, yes the blog certainly opens up the world to everyone :-) ..
What would I do in Paris?? Walk, walk , and walk .. Look up, look down, and look left to right :-)
Your photos are amazing , and I love your calendar .. I should make one of my fab photos too.
I am always inspired by your passionate pursuit of beauty and by the generous sharing of your talents.
Hi Geogianna,
The beauty of Paris is breathtaking! Paris is one of my absolute favourite places and it never disappoints. It is as you say a place to walk the streets and there are always new things to discover. Your photographs are as usual stunning.
Have a lovely weekend.
xoxo Ingrid
these photos are amazing! and is making my heart break for travels. i hope to one day make it to paris – actually i really just want to live there! i can and do imagine it often xx
I am without words!
SO beautiful! I love it!
:-) Dorthe
Won-der-ful photos and calendar ! You are such an inspiration Georgianna. Each of your photos is a delight for the eyes.
I am so with you when you said you would walk. Last summer, while in New-York, I visited museums and tourists attractions which I loved seeing and don’t regret , but when I’ll return I’ll just walk the city and take more time to really absorb the ambiance and everything that’s happening all around me.
Thank you so much for the discount on your calendars !
So much beauty to choose from and that had to be a hard one. I love all you photograph . Gorgeous.
xo
this makes my heart billow so!!!
loveliest Parisian thoughts
My husband and I just went to a French bakery this morning and have felt a little like we were back in Paris. Complete with dogs around us and a grey haired man reading the paper. Can’t wait to return to the real city!
AHHH this post make me wanna go back ti France sooo bad:) I tasted my first chocolate macaron in Nice and it was DIVINE. Im a total french food addict after my trip haha:)
Be sure to check out my posts this week..Its all about my trip to sweet France:)
have a great day dear
LOVE Maria