Feb 25th, 2010 by haveninparis
“Le Baiser de l’Hotel de Ville” by Robert Doisneau
Text by Tory Hoen
You may not know the name Robert Doisneau, but it’s likely that you’ve seen his iconic photographs of Parisian life in the ’30s and ’40s. If “Le Baiser de l’Hôtel de Ville” (see above) doesn’t make you want to hop a plane to Paris, I don’t know what will. But Doisneau’s oeuvre extends much further than the whimsical images we all know and love, and a current exhibit at the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson allows us a window into the full breadth of his career, which spanned much of the 20th century. Continue Reading »
Tags: fondation henri cartier-bresson, paris photography, photography exhibit paris, robert doisneau
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Jan 26th, 2010 by haveninparis
Photos: fineartamerica.com, littlebrownpen.blogspot.com, www.azurs.net
Text by Sarah Raymond
Paris has long been known as the City of Love, and with good reason. It is a place full of beauty, from the winding Seine river reflecting the city lights to the Sacre Coeur Cathedral perched upon the hill and the iconic Eiffel Tower that distinguishes its famous skyline. Even the classic rooftops inspire a feeling of romance among visitors and inhabitants alike. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we wanted to share with you some of our favorite romantic spots and things to do in Paris. Whether you are a foodie, movie buff, hopeless wanderer, or just someone who enjoys spending a relaxing night at home, Paris has something to offer. And this year, with Valentine’s Day falling on a 3-day weekend in the US and fantastic last minute deals on Paris apartments, you just might be able to hop over for a spontaneous romantic getaway! Continue Reading »
Tags: city of love, context tours, romantic dinner, romantic paris, sarah raymond, valentine's day
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Jan 16th, 2010 by haveninparis
Photo: tumblr
Text by Tory Hoen
One of the most gratifying things about being a Francophile is that, no matter where you are, you can always read your way back to France. When I’m not in Paris and my wanderlust kicks in, I reach for a book that will take me back, and I’m never disappointed. And while French literature can send me into a stay of pure bliss, I’m equally enamored with English-language expat literature. Whether it’s Hemingway’s “Lost Generation” or whatever today’s equivalent would be, there is something perpetually intriguing about cultural castaways—those outsiders who become insiders only to realize they’ll always be outsiders, etc. Continue Reading »
Tags: amanda vaill, books about paris, books and paris, everybody was so young, expat literature, expat paris, french literature, hemingway, kim sunee, literary paris, lost generation, the razor's edge, tory hoen, trail of crumbs, w. somerset maugham
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Jan 12th, 2010 by haveninparis
All Photos: One & Only Photography
Text by Tory Hoen
Paris might just be the most photogenic city in the world, so it’s no wonder that Anthony and Audrey—a Franco-American couple and photography team—chose this city as their personal and professional base. Through their company, One & Only Paris Photography, they shoot sumptuous Parisian interiors (like those they did for Haven in Paris), but their bread and butter are the romance-inspired photos they shoot of couples in the City of Love—from engagement photos and weddings, to romantic strolls and sultry boudoir-inspired portraits. Audrey and Anthony know just how to capture real, intimate moments and frame them against spectacular Parisian backdrops. As a married couple, they have a true talent for understanding how to translate real love into photographic love… and the rosy Parisian light doesn’t hurt. Continue Reading »
Tags: audrey and anthony, boudoir photography, interior photography, one & only paris photography, one & only photography, one and only photography, paris photo shoots, photography, photos, tory hoen, wedding photographer paris, wedding photography
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Dec 20th, 2009 by haveninparis
Images Courtesy of VIA.fr
Text by Geneviève Sandifer
Not that there is any shortage of exciting things to do in Paris in December and January, but the Pompidou Centre has just teamed up with VIA to put on a stellar exhibit featuring some of France’s most influential contributions to the interior design field in the past 30 years. Conceived to present pieces considered “most representative of French design when applied to lifestyle” to the public, you can expect early and important works from giants such as Philippe Starck, Martin Szekely, Jean-Paul Gaultier and many more. The exhibit runs from December 17 to February 1, 2010. Continue Reading »
Tags: Decor Exhibit Paris, Design exhibit Paris, Jean-Paul Gautier Design Paris, Martin Szekely, Philip Starck, VIA exhibit Pompidou Museum
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Nov 18th, 2009 by haveninparis
Text by Geneviève Sandifer
The 27th International Festival for Environmental Film runs from November 18 – 24 at La Pagode, the left bank’s famed artsy cinema house. Thirty-six countries are represented with 104 films, so there should be something to suit every eco-leaning movie lover’s taste. The HiP Paris crew has selected a few highlights that will be screened in English.
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Tags: Addicted to Plastic, Artsy cinema Paris, Climate Change, Eco-friendly event paris, Eco-friendly Paris, Environmental events Paris, Environmental Film festival, Environmental Films, Eric Schlosser, film festival paris, Food Inc., Food Inc. Paris, Free films Paris, Free movies paris, Joel Salatin, La Pagode, Michael Pollan, Pete Postlethwaite, Robert Kenner, The Age of Stupid, The Omnivore's Dilemma
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Nov 13th, 2009 by haveninparis
Our friend Zeva Bellel at Paris by Appointment Only has the inside scoop on the upcoming auction of country home furnishings of deceased designer Yves St. Laurent. If you have a chance to attend the auction from November 17-20, you could own a piece of fashion history. If not, you can gawk with us from the sidelines!
Elk antler chandelier. Photo: Christie’s
Text by Zeva Bellel
The dismantling of a collection of objects amassed with care and love over a lifetime can be a rather somber affair. Especially when it belongs to the dearly departed Yves Saint Laurent. Yet after the very serious, very lucrative auction this past February of the masterpieces he and his partner Pierre Bergé collected, the upcoming second YSL sale at Christie’s France has a lighthearted, uplifting air about it. Continue Reading »
Tags: chateau gabriel, christie's, deauville, paris, pierre berge, tory hoen, YSL, YSL Auction, yves st. laurent
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Nov 9th, 2009 by haveninparis
Text by Tory Hoen
Monmartre’s legacy as Paris’ artistic epicenter continues this weekend, when the annual “Portes Ouvertes Montmartre” returns. For three days only, the artists of Montmartre will open the doors of their ateliers (artist space) to the public. On November 13th (from 6pm-9pm) and November 14th and 15th (from 11am-8pm), don’t miss your chance to stroll the neighborhood, following your artistic whims and letting your curiosity guide you. Continue Reading »
Tags: Artist studios, montmartre atelier, portes ouvertes d'anvers aux abbesses, portes ouvertes montmartre, tory hoen
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Oct 31st, 2009 by haveninparis
Donald Urquhart’s An Alphabet of Paris (Arletty to Zizi) — Courtesy of artinfo.com
Text by Geneviève Sandifer
Last weekend marked the end of one of Paris’ most feverish cultural weeks during which 4 contemporary art fairs competed for the attention of collectors, journalists, galleries and museums who had come from near and far to take the contemporary art world’s pulse.
Mariano Vargas, Helen — courtesy of cutlog.org
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Tags: Adel Abidin, Allison Watt, Art critic paris, Art Fair Paris, Bruno Hadjadj, Contemporary Art Paris, Cutlog Art Fair Paris, Daniel Firman, Donald Urquhart, Fiac Paris, Hirano, Lunettes Rouges, Mariano Vargas, Slick Paris 2009, Spree Paris, Tsuyoshi Hirano, Ward Yoshimoto
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Oct 29th, 2009 by haveninparis
Text by Tory Hoen
Calling all San Francisco film buffs and francophiles … The San Francisco Film Society’s French Cinema Now—a new seven-day annual festival—is taking place from October 28 – November 4. Co-hosted by the French-American Cultural Society, French Cinema Now “covers a broad spectrum of subject matter and genres and builds a comprehensive picture of the current moment in French cinema.” Continue Reading »
Tags: 400 blows, francois truffaut, french american cultural society, french cinema now, landmark's clay theatre, les quatre cents coups, michel gondry, riad sattouf, san francisco film society, tory hoen
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