Friday, March 4, 2011

Passage Saint-Roch - Reflection



A rainy day in Paris beats a sunny day at home



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53 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    La rue est presque déserte et il pleut... Mais quel charme, ces vieilles rues pavées mouillées. L'ambiance est toute autre que lorsque le soleil trace des ombres. Mais, à deux sous un même parapluie, quel bonheur aussi!
    Bonne nuit à toi, Genie!

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  2. Shelley SmartMarch 4, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    Hi, I can see I have email from you but I can't read it. My gmail is just sitting there. It is exasperating! Maybe tomorrow it will work. Shelley

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  3. DianneMarch 4, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    I'm with you Genie! -any day in Paris is beautiful.

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  4. PatMarch 4, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Polished perfectly by the rain!

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  5. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    I didn't even look at your caption but saw the photo and this is exactly what I thought...Genie --- perfect and I love the black and white.

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  6. AlexaMarch 4, 2011 at 3:47 AM

    You got that right, sister! Love the little bit of light reflected off the slick paving stones (and pretty much everything else about this b&w beauty).

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  7. DianeMarch 4, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    Paris looks so beautiful - even in the rain. x

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  8. o2March 4, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Awesome ! I like this perspective and these shiny greys are beautiful !

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  9. AndyMarch 4, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Excellent photo Genie. The stones look slippery.

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  10. Forest Dream WeaverMarch 4, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    This evokes memories of museum visits,shopping and things one does on a rainy day in Paris.Beautiful photo Genie,love the textures of the stones.......and B/W suits this so well.
    Rx.

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  11. JeanneMarch 4, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    It sure does! What a wonderful picture to relect on.

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  12. ElizabethMarch 4, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    beautiful shot, love B&W!

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  13. Cezar and LéiaMarch 4, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    The light is perfect in this picture and I also love the perspective!
    Wonderful shot!
    bises
    Léia

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  14. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingMarch 4, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Lovely shot, Genie. You are such a talented photographer.

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  15. Nathalie H.D.March 4, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Moi j'aime pas la pluie, mais j'avoue que les reflets sur les pavés donnent envie de faire des claquettes !

    Ce matin dans l'église St Roch il y a eu les obsèques d'une grande actrice française, Annie Girardot.

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  16. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    A walk alive with rain's reflective beauty ~ Have a lovely weekend ~ xox Alexandra

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  17. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Gorgeous picture and lighting. I'm in agreement--when in Paris, walking in the drizzle is an adventure to be savored!

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  18. HarrietMarch 4, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Everything about this photo is perfect: long perspective, beautiful reflection, b&w...great work.

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  19. LoreeMarch 4, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Lovely photo. Yes, some places still look beautiful even in the rain.

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  20. GringoMarch 4, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    ...and not a tourist in sight! That's even better yes? !

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  21. VirginiaMarch 4, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    You can say that again! I remember dragging my suitcase in the drizzle that first morning...it was just getting light. Worn out but so very glad to almost be at the apt. door! Thanks for the memoires G.
    V

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  22. AndiMarch 4, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Completely agree! Gorgeous photo, love the back and white!

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  23. suzanneberryMarch 4, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    well said! this evokes mid-century paris to me and is simply wonderful. the pattern of the cobblestones and reflective light on the rain soaked surface is mesmerizing.

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  24. WayneMarch 4, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    I like this one a lot Genie.

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  25. MalyssMarch 4, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I love pictures with rain! people usually don't take photos under the rain, bu it give a special mood to places that I love..

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  26. MalyssMarch 4, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I love pictures with rain! people usually don't take photos under the rain, bu it give a special mood to places that I love..

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  27. Shelley SmartMarch 4, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    How silly of me -- I forgot to comment on your photo!

    I love it. I love the rain and the B/W. Wonderful!

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  28. Sylvia KMarch 4, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    I do so agree with you, Genie!! Perfect reflection for the day, a real classic! Enjoy a fun weekend!

    Sylvia

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  29. JamesMarch 4, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    So true! Paris has a special charm on rainy days. I love the look of the wet street and black and white was the right choice imho.

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  30. TheChieftessMarch 4, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Wonderful shot Genie!!! Love the angle...the glistening street...the B&W...the lone person walking...all contribute to a wonderful composition!!!

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  31. Pat TillettMarch 4, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    I love this shot! It's my favorite of the day so far!
    Patrick Tillett, Extremely Overdue

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  32. Regina March 4, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Fantastic one!
    Happy weekend reflections.
    Regina

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  33. Vær våkenMarch 4, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Yes, strange how a rainy day can look that beautiful!!! Those buildings...sigh! Have an absolutely lovely weekend, my friend!

    Kristin xo

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  34. Jeannette StGMarch 4, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Yes, that's a typical street side of Paris, but...rain is rain anywhere, as we had it 3 days in a row there:)

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  35. HalcyonMarch 4, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Beautiful! And a rainy day in Paris also beats a rainy day in Jackson. ;)

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  36. Simon March 4, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    I bet it does indeed. I must travle to Paris one day. Love your image. Magnificent.

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  37. jooMarch 4, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    It's a beautiful photo and so stylish!
    Have a great weekend:)
    Joo

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  38. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Rain - liquide sunshine.

    Must have been a wonderful sound while walking down that way. Please have a good start into the weekend.



    daily athens

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  39. Oakland Daily PhotoMarch 4, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    Always love the sheen of rain on cobblestones.

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  40. JackMarch 4, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    I love those cobblestones. Your angled perspective works here, as does the black and white. But, a rainy day in Paris beats a sunny day where you are? This might be going a bit far.

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  41. robMarch 5, 2011 at 2:37 AM

    A miserably day makes for a great day photo-shooting.

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  42. Rob SiemannMarch 5, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Yes, and the b&w works just fine with this

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  43. StarmanMarch 5, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    It almost looks like the sun is shining on the buildings in the background.

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  44. OwenMarch 5, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Funny how one can fall in love with wet paving stones.

    Ok, it helps that they are in Paris.

    Very subtle reflection, works well in monochrome, could step right into that scene. After opening an umbrella...

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  45. Hooked on MemesMarch 5, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Yes, Paris is wonderful in the rain or sunshine! You have a fabulous blog! Thanks for showing us Paris.

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  46. Gemma WisemanMarch 6, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    The patterns and textures glow so beautifully in the rain! Stunning photo!

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  47. GineMarch 6, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Beaucoup de finesse et de romantisme dans cette image. Je l'aime !

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  48. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 6, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    I am in the whirlwind of Mardi Gras here with a home full of revelers old and young! I have visited each of your blogs and welcome new commenters cheerfully. I treasure your comments, all!

    Nathalie says above in her comment that the funeral for revered French actor Annie Giradot was held at Église Saint-Roch (on the left in the photo) on March 4th (Friday). You should check out her career.

    I hope that each of you have a wonderful week ahead.

    Bisous,
    Genie

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  49. Sally in WAMarch 6, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    This translates wonderfully in black and white!

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  50. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 7, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    Sally -- Thanks for your comments and I hope that you will visit again soon! Bises...

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  51. UnknownMarch 8, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    The cobblestone pavement is beautiful. Wonderful shot, Genie.

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  52. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 11, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    JM -- Merci, and it looks so clean compared to many streets. Glad you like it!

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  53. JoeMarch 19, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Quintessential Paris

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Merci for your comments!