Better Paris Photos offers both private photography tours and group workshops in Paris, lasting from four hours to three days. Conducted in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere designed to allow you to discover Paris at the same time, the tours and workshops provide hands-on tutoring tailored to the skill level of every participant.

We will cover topics such as:
  • recognizing the visual elements of good composition;
  • moving away from the camera's automatic settings;
  • using proper light metering for good exposure;
  • using the right settings to capture movement;
  • and much more...
During the tour, Sophie will also:
  • review and offer a friendly critique of some of your own images (submitted in advance);
  • guide you to the best locations for the unique images of Paris;
  • help you identify easily missed creative photography opportunities;
  • and share her knowledge of Paris and its unique place in the world of photography.
Package options:
A private tour provides personalized photography instruction and guiding through the most photogenic corners of Paris. Choose your own start date and duration (subject to availability) and design an itinerary that suits your interests. Come alone or bring a travel companion for the same price. Learn more...
Three day group workshops provide the most economical option for improving your photography while capturing some unique photos of Paris. Benefit from group and individual critique sessions, a variety of field excursions and animated discussions of photography. Choose from 5 dates in 2010, including two reserved exclusively for women. Learn more...

Selected Testimonial

"We loved seeing parts of Paris the usual tourist might miss. Learning by doing is the key. We learned more in the time we spent than in my past photography classes. Of course, the subject matter was fantastic!! I would highly recommend Sophie and the tour. It is almost all I talk about when sharing my Paris experience. I look at all of my pictures with a keener eye and have a much more confident approach to my photography."
Craig and Cindy Masmar
Warsaw, Poland (May 2009)
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Better Paris Photos provides detailed information, resources and advice about all aspects of photography in Paris, France. We also offer both private and group guided photo tours and instruction.
Better Paris Photos is a service offered by Sophie Pasquet.