Monday, February 28, 2011

A quiet moment in the rain...


In a gentle winter evening rain,
this chef took a moment under the slight protection of a doorway for a break.


Rue de Rivoli
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35 comments:

  1. Sara LouiseFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    I like this photo. It seems very quiet.

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  2. Miss SadieFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Good pic.

    But I think a couple of people at a table, with tea and croissants, would be even more delightful. Lovers, perhaps.

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  3. PatFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    It gently rained a bit when I was in Paris recently; didn't mind at all....and I sneaked some shots, too.

    I like this 'quiet thought' photo.

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    Moi, je pense qu'il guettait un chien ou un chat pour préparer le déjeuner... :-)
    Bon début de semaine, Genie!

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  5. Cezar and LéiaFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    I like a lot this kind of picture showing "life in the city", and this one is wonderful, I love it in b&w.
    Hugs
    and a lovely Monday,
    Léia

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  6. DianneFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    I think he needed the break Genie ~ looks a tad stressed. It's amazing how the camera shows the emotions on a face.
    xx
    "All Things French"

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  7. Genie -- Paris and BeyondFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Sara Louise -- Merci... The street was active with people but I was able to capture him alone..

    Miss Sadie -- I will find a few of those types for you... merci!

    Richard -- hehe... Tu est trè attentif... mais je ne pense pas que ce soit vrai.

    Léia -- Merci, mon amie... I had to snap and go on this one as it was lightly raining! A wonderful Monday to you both (and Luna)

    Bibi -- I'm with you... a little rain in Paris is great for the atmosphere!

    Dianne -- He might be a bit stressed if you believe what Richard said... hummmm Merci!

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  8. Rosaria WilliamsFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    I came from Rob-Bear, Miss Sadie's blog to say bonjour.

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  9. BirdmanFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Nice portrait.

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Great shot of the ordinary, which is rather extraordinary. Next sewing project begins with phase two of sewing class starting in a couple of weeks, another skirt with zipper and darts. Have a lovely day, dear little Genie in the blogger's bottle of beauty ~ xox Alexandra

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  11. RobFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Stealing a moment to relax. Thinking about how hot it must be inside the kitchen.

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  12. MalyssFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I like the mood of this picture: the special light, the man that is obviously tired by his work and needing this little moment of peace, the asiatic man working in Paris..a good departure for a writing class, a lot of tales to imagine..

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  13. KateFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Black and white is perfect for this photo.

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  14. Jacqueline HowettFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Another great shot. It speaks volumes about reality and the city life.

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  15. biebkriebelsFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I love the composition and the quietness in the photo. But not the RAIN.

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  16. VirginiaFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Lots of smoke breaks in Paris! :)
    V

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  17. Genie -- Paris and BeyondFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    rosaria -- So glad that you did... They are both dear friends

    Bird -- Merci, mon ami!

    Coco -- Merci, hope you become a fashion dressmaker with your new talents! Love the "Genie in a bottle" reference, mon amie

    Rob -- Yes, and it was very cold in Paris in early December so he cooled off quickly!

    Malyss -- Merci... I like being able to produce thought-provoking photos - yay!

    Kate -- Thanks, I was undecided until I looked at it in b/w... I had a tighter crop but V said she liked this one better...

    Jacqueline -- Merci, mon amie... I would love to spend weeks and weeks finding moments like this one.

    biebkriebels -- Merci... and I understand that you have had more than your share of rain lately (smile)

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  18. cieldequimperFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    I'm surprised there aren't more comments about uck, typically French, the chef smokes and then cooooks! :-) Having said that, the photo is terric!

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  19. My Castle in SpainFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Nice ambiental pic ! Black and white is great :-)
    Bonne semaine Genie !
    xo
    Lala

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  20. Sylvia KFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Like Ciel, I know all about how people feel about the smoking/cooking chef! But what the hey? He makes a terrific subject for a great photo! I love France, I love the French and I loved every minute that I was able to be there. And unlike what you hear a lot of Americans complain about, everyone treated my husband and I in the very best, welcoming, helpful and fun way! Now who asked me to get on my soap box????? But I do love France! Hope you have a great week!

    Sylvia

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  21. EG CameraGirlFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    This photo speaks volumes!

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  22. DeborahFebruary 28, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Look at that expression...pure France!

    I've only just discovered you - very glad I did. We are down in Provence.

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  23. Genie -- Paris and BeyondFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    ciel -- Yeah, that is a bit yucky... glad that you like the shot!

    Lala -- Bonne semaine à toi, Lala! It seemed to look better in b/w, merci....

    Sylvia -- You make me laugh, my friend, and I totally understand your sentiments... I love Paris and all of France... I love the French, the language, the countryside, the cities, the children, the rivers... well, you get the idea.

    EG -- Merci, my friend!

    Deborah -- Oh my... I have now discovered your blog and your post about Richard... Merci, mon amie!

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  24. AlexaFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Sad that it's almost tomorrow and I'm only getting here now! I think maybe this guy's job is as stressful as mine. At first I wondered what he was thinking about—then decided the answer is . . . nothing! Good capture, Genie—and perfect in b&w.

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  25. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 1, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Alexa -- Not too late as I always read the comments and of course, I treasure your creative wit and humor (and opinion)... Merci, ma chère amie!

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  26. HalcyonMarch 1, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Everyone needs a break now and then. ;)

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  27. RandyMarch 1, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Beautiful B&W photograph. Very classic looking.

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  28. JackMarch 1, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    I like the typical moment you captured, Genie. For this cook, it was probably a moment like many on a day like many, but your capture now makes it special.

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  29. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 1, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Halcyon -- Agreed, and hope you will give us an update on your transition...

    Randy -- Merci, mon ami.

    Jack -- He just seemed like a frame from an old b/w dubbed movie... glad that you like it, Jack

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  30. JillyMarch 1, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Love this photo. You want to know what he's thinking? Of his wife, his children, where he came from originally - perhaps.

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  31. o2March 1, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Oh I love that pic ! I've been away for a few days... I missed your blog, Genie ! :-)

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  32. TheChieftessMarch 1, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Great shot Genie!!! I love it in B&W!

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  33. JamesMarch 2, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    This is my kind of shot! We would have a great time shooting Paris that's for sure!

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  34. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 2, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Jilly -- I love to imagine what people are thinking... Merci!

    o2 -- So glad you like it... glad you are back as I missed seeing your blog and hearing from you here.

    Chieftess -- Merci, mon amie!

    James -- Yes, this would be your type of shot... we could have a whole gang of photographers!

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  35. saverio otrantoMarch 4, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    bello scatto rubato

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Merci for your comments!