Better Paris Photos is all about...

... photography in Paris, of course!

  • discover the best places for great pictures in Paris
  • learn the latest news about photography events in the French capital
  • get savvy with tips on photo techniques
  • be inspired by a gallery of Paris photos
  • reserve a private portrait shoot with Paris as a backdrop 
  • drop a line to a friend by sending an eCard
  • purchase prints and cards of imagery of Paris in the store
  • or join a guided photo tour or group workshop in Paris!
Willy Ronis Exhibit

If you find yourself in Paris between now and August 22, 2010, you will not want to miss the Willy Ronis photo exhibit called "A Poetics of Engagement". Willy Ronis, who would have turned 100 this year, is considered one of the greatest photographers of the 20th century. Along with Doisneau, Cartier Bresson and Izis, he belongs to the humanist photography movement, which is about taking people as the main subject of the photograph. His place in that movement is confirmed in this exhibit, which is at the Monnaie de Paris...

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Montmartre from Galerie Lafayette

The large Galeries Lafayette and Printemps department stores are well known among Parisians and visitors for the wide variety of products they offer, and for their glamourous window displays. However, fewer people know that both stores have roof-top terraces that are freely accessible to the public. They provide unimpeded 360 degree views over the surrounding Paris skyline, presenting unique opportunities for taking pictures. And since they are only a few steps away from each other, it is easy to discover both terraces in one short excursion...

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Book_thumbI am very excited to announce the release of a new photography book, called Natural Inspiration: a book of Photography and Quotations. This 54-page book includes nature and landscape images I have taken over the years that have moved me for one reason or another. From the hills of Italy, the coasts of France and the deserts of Morocco, through to the vast expanses of Canada and the minute details of fragile flowers, these images evoke for me a sense of freedom and serenity. I share them with you now in the hope they will inspire you as well. The accompanying quotations come from artists, philosophers and historical figures who have left us wiser for their words...

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Portrait Sessions in Paris
We have just launched a new photography service called "You in Paris": private photography sessions including backdrops of some of the most iconic locations in Paris! Are you traveling to Paris with a loved one, a family or just on your own and do you want to preserve some great images of your visit? Let Better Paris Photos help you record the story of your visit with these customized photo sessions...

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From the Arc de triomphe

This is the first post in a coming series of 'Paris from the Top'. The first thing that comes to mind about seeing Paris 'from the top' is the Eiffel Tower, for obvious reasons. However, even though this is the most famous view, there are other many interesting vantage points to enjoy a bird's eye view over the capital. Today we are climbing the Arc de Triomphe, inaugurated in 1836 to commemorate the victory of soldiers in their great battles...

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Creating a Starburst

Night photography provides lots of opportunity for creative fun, and this is particularly true in Paris. After all, it is called the 'City of Light' for a reason! All these lights give us a chance to play with various effects, one of which is the creation of star-bursts coming off points of light. This effect is very simple and can easily be achieved without using a filter or running to a photo editing tool...

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Photo Tours

From 4 hours to several days, a Photo Tour in Paris combines tailored photography advice with guiding to the most photogenic parts of Paris. Learn some new skills while discovering the city with an experienced Parisian photographer.

Workshops

For those with more time and an interest in immersing themselves completely in the world of photography in Paris, our 3 day group Workshops provide in-depth instruction, field experience with your instructor and other like-minded photographers, and extensive exposure to all that the city offers to photographers.

Whether you are a novice or an advanced photographer, are passionate about photography or simply want to take some great travel pictures, we have a fun and instructive photography activity for you while visiting Paris!

Selected Testimonial

"Sophie's tour gave me the best of both worlds: a tour of both well-known and secret spots in Paris, and an introduction to the tools on my camera and photography techniques in general. Overall, Sophie's tour was fantastic and I would recommend it to both first-time visitors in Paris and life-long residents. She uses the beauty and uniqueness of Paris to teach her passion, photography."
Britni Ihle
Madrid, Spain (February 2010)
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