Tag Archives: Culture / Heritage

48 hrs in Columbus, OH – USA

Posted on February 5, 2013 by

Until last fall, I had heard ho-hum remarks about this place. With a little help from the Internet, before I knew it I was drafting up an inspirational wish list as I packed my Paris gifts and camera. Beyond the … Continue reading →

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Le Corbusier apartment-studio, Paris XVI – France

Posted on January 16, 2013 by

Built in 1933 by architect-designer-painter-sculptor Le Corbusier, and Pierre Jeanneret, this building in Paris has stirred my imagination through seven years – so I was thrilled when on that cold December morning I finally made time to visit the apartment-studio … Continue reading →

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Meet the artist: FIAC 2012 – Paris

Posted on October 17, 2012 by

Tomorrow opens the 39th annual FIAC, unveiling modern and contemporary art pieces from no less than 280 galleries that have travelled from 24 countries of which Poland, Romania and UAE for the first time. Demain ouvre la 39ème Foire Internationale des … Continue reading →

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52 suburbs – 52 weeks

Posted on September 9, 2012 by

Sunday eve, after an afternoon spent under the vibrant sun at a neighborhood vide-grenier (our version of a massive garage sale) and tirelessly bargaining over one or two euro price tags with visitors, I was in the mood for e-traveling. As oftentimes, … Continue reading →

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A NYC history through 50 objects

Posted on September 2, 2012 by

Thank you to the New York Times for this perspective: a history of NYC in 50 objects. What an inspiring idea. I feel a sudden urge for a bagel with coffee and a ride in a yellow cab… Discover more images or participate … Continue reading →

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