Paul Klee: L’ironie a L’oeuvre
An extensive retrospective of Paul Klee features over 250 works on paper and canvas, exploring the romantic irony of one of the most iconic artists of the early 20th century. The exhibition is categorized in the following themes: "Satire and caricature" (the early years); "Cubism"; "Mechanical theatre" (in line with Dada and Surrealism); "Constructivism" (the Dessau Bauhaus years); "Backward glances" (the Thirties); "Picasso" (Klee's reception after the 1932 Picasso retrospective in Zurich) and "The crisis years (between Nazi policies, war and illness).
Till August 1
Centre Pompidou
Place Georges Pompidou, 75004
Metro: Hotel de Ville, Rambuteau
http://uk.france.fr/en/events/paul-klee-lironie-loeuvre-centre-pompidou
James Bond: 50 Years of Bond Style
Bond. James Bond. From Sean Connery, to Roger Moore, to Timothy Dalton to Pierce Brosnan and to Daniel Craig, the invincible James Bond prevails. This fun exhibit covering 50 years of Bond style has 500 original objects including the famous Aston Martin with the ejecting seat, gadgets, suits, and sketches. Remember: Bond likes his martini shaken NOT stirred, thank you.
Till September 4
Grande Hall de la Villette
211 Ave. Jean Jaures, 75019
Metro: Porte de Pantin
http://www.jamesbond007-exposition-paris.fr/en
Fashion Forward: 3 Siècles de Mode (1715-2016)
Celebrating 30 years of their fashion collection, the Musee des Arts Decoratifs is having a special showcase of three hundred years of fashion with 300 items of men’s, women’s and children’s fashion. The show will represent couture with designers such as Charles-Frederick Worth, Jacques Doucet, Paul Poiret, Jeanne Lanvin, Madeleine Vionnet, Gabrielle Chanel, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.
Till August 16
Musee des Arts Decoratifs
107 rue de Rivoli, 75001
Metro: Louvre-Rivoli
http://www.lesartsdecoratifs.fr/en/
French Open
The top tennis stars compete on the red clay courts at Roland Garros for the coveted grand prize at the French open. Will Djokovic finally break through and win his first French Open or will Nadal make a comeback and steal his thunder?
May 22 to June 5
http://www.rolandgarros.com/en_FR/index.html
Eye Prefer Paris Postcards
I am thrilled to announce the launch of Eye Prefer Paris Postcards, a 3, 6 or 12-month subscription service where the subscriber receives three physical postcards of my iconic Paris photos every month. Each month will have a specific theme, from architectural street scenes to romantic outdoor cafes to beautiful gardens to unique shots of iconic monuments. Each mailing will include two postcards in color and one in black & white or sepia, beautifully packaged in a special French Blue postcard holder with a custom designed seal.
Each 6” X 4.25” traditional size postcard is printed on thick matte coated card stock, similar to traditional vintage postcard stock that enhances the vibrancy of every image.
Only $30 for a 3-month subscription plus shipping or
Only $60 for a 6 month subscription (plus shipping)or
$110 for a 12-month subscription (plus shipping)
Click here to order a 12-month subscription from my Etsy store
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Come experience Eye Prefer Paris live with Eye Prefer Paris Tours, which are 3-hour walking tours I personally lead. Eye Prefer Paris Tours include many of the places I have written about such as small museums & galleries, restaurants, cafes, food markets, secret addresses, fashion & home boutiques, parks and gardens and much more. In addition to my specialty Marais Tour, I also lead tours of Montmartre, St. Germain, Latin Quarter, in addition to Shopping Tours, Gay Tours, Girlfriend Tours, Food Tours, Flea Market Tours, Paris Highlights Tours, and Chocolate & Pastry tours.
Tours start at 225 euros for up to 3 people, and 75 euros for each additional person. I look forward to meeting you on my tours and it will be my pleasure and delight to show you my insiders Paris.
Check it out at www.eyepreferparistours.com
Click here to watch a video of our famous Marais tour
New! Eye Prefer Paris Cooking Classes
I am happy to announce the launch of Eye Prefer Paris Cooking Classes. Come take an ethnic culinary journey with me and chef and caterer Charlotte Puckette, co-author of the bestseller The Ethnic Paris Cookbook (with Olivia Kiang-Snaije). First we will shop at a Paris green-market for the freshest ingredients and then return to Charlotte's professional kitchen near the Eiffel Tower to cook a three-course lunch. After, we will indulge in the delicious feast we prepared along with hand-selected wines.
Cost: 195 euros per person (about $210)
Time: 9:30AM- 2PM (approximately 4 1/2 hours)
Location: We will meet by a metro station close to the market
Class days: Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday,Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Minimum of 2 students, maximum 6 students.
Click here to sign up for the next class or for more info.
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