Hermione McCosh joined Better Paris Photos in 2011 and has since become one our most popular photographers. She provides photography instruction during our photo tours in Paris, and delivers portrait sessions. She is particularly passionate about photographing children. We asked Hermione a few questions to help us better understand what drives her as a photographer and inspires her as a person.

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Are you stuck in a rut with your photography? One effective way to break out is to set yourself some self-assigments. Small assignments are a good way to get the camera out, try something new, think outside the box and create images that might not otherwise see the light. They can be as long or as short as you wish and have time for. Here are some suggestions to get you started.

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If you are traveling to Paris with a loved one, a family or just on your own and want to preserve some great memories of your visit, our "You in Paris" portrait sessions may be just for you. These private portrait sessions, from 90 minutes to 2.5 hours, take place at some of the most iconic backdrops in Paris. We offer three packages (with a choice from four locations), but we can also customize a portrait session if you have something specific in mind. You receive a private gallery of memorable images that record the story of your visit to Paris!

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The legendary Mexican Suitcase with Robert Capa's Spanish civil war photos was considered lost for many years. It was passed on from hand to hand to preserve it over the years but it eventually disappeared. It was rediscovered in Mexico city only in 2007, and its contents are now being presented, until June 30, 2013, at the Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaisme in Paris.

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A Photographer's Guide to Paris contains ten ideas for taking great photos in Paris. While it is meant for photographers visiting this city -- and is illustrated with over 30 images of Paris -- the ideas and advice can be implemented in almost any urban environment. This is the first in a coming series of ebooks on destination photography and is available for only $5 US. Check it out now and let us know what you think.

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