Paris: Calling All Instagram Buffs

L’acteur grec by Baron Charles-Arthur Bourgeois, 1868, Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris (Photo by Theadora Brack)

Allo! C’est Moi! (Elle Magazine, 1955, T. Brack’s archives)

By Theadora Brack

Juggling social media platforms like a smooth operator (if I squint), I’ve recently added Instagram to my grapevine repertoire.

That’s right. During the month of November, I created a short stack of photographs of Paris—a baker’s dozen, to be exact! Pirouetting straight to the point: I am hooked. So stay tuned for more images.

In the meantime, if you are a fellow Instagram fan or fanatic, please leave a link to your Instagram portfolio below.

Always keeping my peepers peeled for inspiration, I’d love to pay a visit.

As Henry Miller once penned, “The moment one gives close attention to any thing, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself.”

I completely agree.

In advance, thanks for sharing your own indescribably magnificent world, too—through your art!

So carpe the diem, folks! Keep on snapping!

Twin Talk: A cat’s meow of a backdrop for a photo-op, 1905 (Our Lion pal was commissioned by architect architect Pierre-Thomas Baraguay in 1813)

Puff the Magic Lion, 1813, Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris (Photo by T. Brack)

Turn around bright eyes: Lion, 1913, Jardin du Luxembourg (Photo by T. Brack)

Hear me soar: Lion, 1913, Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris (Photo by T. Brack)

Stay tuned for future tales and dispatches from the Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris (Photo by T. Brack)

Paris Je t’aime: Red Balloon at the Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris (Photo by T. Brack)

There is a season (turn, turn, turn): Jardin du Luxembourg

Tags: Art, autumn, Instagram, Paris, Paris Photos, Statues, Theadora Brack, Travel, Vintage

69 thoughts on “Paris: Calling All Instagram Buffs”

Rob Packer on 02/12/2016 at at said:

Mine’s rdpack. Looking forward to seeing more of your pics

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Thank you, Rob! Your shots are gorgeous, of course. Your words, too! I’m not at all surprised.
  
  I especially loved your nod to the fallen leaves. Lovely . . .
  
  “Golden hour and every one of the fallen flowers turns into a lantern for a few minutes.”
  
  T.
  
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200 Saturdays until Paris on 02/12/2016 at at said:

Yes! More pictures please. 200saturdaysuntilparis

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Thank you! Say, I love the shots of your rescue doggies. More pictures of the cuties, please!
  
  Fabulous, 200 Saturdays until Paris!
  Theadora
  
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  - 200 Saturdays until Paris on 03/12/2016 at at said:
    
    That will be NO problem! I have tons of them! 🐶🐶
    
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  - Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
    
    Fabulous News!
    T.
    
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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  And I love your “Countdown to Paris” site. Great idea! Enjoy the planning phase of the trip.
  
  T.
  
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The Coastal Crone on 02/12/2016 at at said:

I don’t do Instagram but it seems it would be perfect for you. Love the lion closeups! Cheers, Theadora!

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Well, if you change your mind about Instagram, do let us know. I’m thoroughly enjoying visiting the sites today. I already feel energized.
  
  The lions. I’m still tracking down the name of the sculptor. I agree. They are beauties.
  
  Enjoy the day!
  T.
  
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sustainabilitea on 02/12/2016 at at said:

I’ve never done Instagram and don’t even really know how to find it or to get around once I’ve found it. I may venture into the brave new world to see you.

janet

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  I’d love to see your shots on Instagram, Janet. It takes maybe five minutes to set-up a free account. Really, it’s easy, breezy.
  
  I think you should do this. Keep us posted.
  
  T.
  
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KERRIN on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Kerrinny54

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  I’ll stop by your site.
  Thanks,
  Theadora
  
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equinoxio21 on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Very unusual angles of the Luxmebourg, Theadora. Well done.
Nice blades of grass…
(Et bon week-end!)
PS. Haven’t ventured into Instagram yet. Maybe I shoud. What say you?

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Oh, I think you should join the Instagram world. Again, it’s super easy to create an account. I have my sister to thank for giving me a push. I don’t know why I resisted for so long. Slowly, I’m connecting with our fellow WordPress friends.
  
  Again, keep me in the loop. Do it. Just do it!
  T.
  
  (And thanks for your kind words, as always!)
  
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  - equinoxio21 on 06/12/2016 at at said:
    
    Avec plaisir cher amie. Toujours. I will prob’ly make the Instagram move. ‘will let you know. Bonne semaine. (Not too cold yet? December can have glorious days and awful ones)
    
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Clanmother on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Found you!!! See you on Instagram!

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  I love, love your photographs, along with the quotes. Beautiful pairings.
  
  Favorite: “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.”
  A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
  
  YES. See you on Instagram!
  T.
  
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edwardkan on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Love it! ❤️

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Ah! I found you, designandculturebyed
  
  ❤️!
  Theadora
  
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Sue Brown on 03/12/2016 at at said:

@susiebdesigns on IG. Looking forward to a trip to Paris before long – your post reminded me to search your previous posts for shopping tips 😊

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Well, feel free to ask questions! As you know, I love to shop and window shop.
  
  And thanks for sharing your I.G. world, Sue. A wonderful combination of your watercolors and calligraphy. It’s also great fun and interesting to see your sketches. It’s all about the process!
  
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A French Frye in Paris on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Yay for Instagram! I would love for you to pop over to mine at @french_frye_in_paris. I love sharing my little discoveries and I look forward to following yours. Hope you’re well, take care!

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Good. Golly. Dear Corey, it was difficult to stop strolling through your fantastical portraits of Paris.
  
  My favorite: Your recent shot of the desk and typewriter at the Shakespeare & Co. Bookshop. A heartbreaker!
  
  I also love how you play with light and texture. The line of café chairs is a beauty. YES. Yay for Instagram!
  
  Bravo!
  T.
  
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  - A French Frye in Paris on 24/12/2016 at at said:
    
    Thank you Theadora! I truly appreciate your praise considering you have one of the BEST Paris blogs out there. It’s so nice to hear that I’ve inspired someone who inspires me too! I look forward to being Instagram buddies, and maybe someday down the line we can meet up for coffee. (I love chatting with other Paris lovers). 😀 Take care and Merry Christmas!
    
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  - Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
    
    Oh, No! You, dear Corey have one of BEST Paris blogs out there. It’s true. Your Paris portraits and thoughtful words always inspire me. I especially love your dreamy strolls through the city. Hands-down, the snow post is still a favorite. (And yes, we should meet for a coffee sometime.)
    
    Happy New Year!
    Theadora
    
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maryshoobridge on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Oh, how we love Paris! In the winter, when it glistens….Thanks for another stroll around the gardens.

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- Theadora Brack on 03/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Hello, Mary! Stay tuned for another stroll or two around the gardens. Just remember to stay off the grass. The whistle-blowing gents always catch me tip toeing on the grass to get a detail shot of a favorite statue. Always! Oh, la la.
  
  Enjoy the weekend!
  T.
  
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grandfathersky on 03/12/2016 at at said:

One day I’ll Instagram Paris. I may get to NYC for the holidays so I’ll be sure to post that trip. Love the Byrds -Turn, turn, turn …

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- Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Your prose and photography pairings would work very well on I.G., I do believe!
  
  YES. Start with New York City! (I’d love to see the decorated windows.)
  T.
  
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Martino on 03/12/2016 at at said:

Beautiful images, T!
I ain’t lion!

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- Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
  
  hanks, Martino. As you know, I’m a big time fan of your photography. Gorgeous, always. And I ain’t lion.
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Richard Guest on 04/12/2016 at at said:

Great shots, T! Don’t think I’ve got Instagram…I’ll have a look.

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- Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Ah, thank you, Richard! It would be great to see your photographs and street portraits on I.G. Keep us posted.
  
  Fingers are crossed!
  T.
  
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Anny on 05/12/2016 at at said:

Your photography is always stunning! My Instagram is Sewanny.

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- Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
  
  I think I found you, Anny! I loved seeing your artworks. The bags are lovely. The kitty cat, too! (And thanks also for your thoughtful words, as always!)
  T.
  
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kerryobrine on 05/12/2016 at at said:

Glad you joined Instagram – nice to have your unique point of view and of course I always love pics of Paris! I
You will find me @kerryobrine
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- Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Great to hear from you, Kerry! Your photography is beautiful. I’m not at all surprised. I especially loved the “frosty morning” shot. How’s the little baby hedgehog doing?
  
  Enjoy the week,
  T.
  
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Frank Hardy on 05/12/2016 at at said:

My Instagram account is: @frankphardy . It is a collection of my photography, my father’s photographs, miscellaneous images from negatives, transparencies and prints that I have acquired from people and Ebay. Please go and view, I have a lot of posts for using Instagram for just a year and a half. Also, leave a comment that you are a reader / fan of Theadora’s great blog. Thanks …. Frank

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- Theadora Brack on 05/12/2016 at at said:
  
  I found you on I.G., Frank! As you know, I’ve been a long time admirer of your photography, along with your father’s work. I just spotted the portrait of John Wayne and Edith Head at the TownHouse Motor Lodge on Cervantes Street in Pensacola Florida. Absolutely Fabulous! (I love E.’s skirt.)
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Brigitte on 05/12/2016 at at said:

T, you should be on instagram with all your awesome pics and tales. I am @brigittesure and I look forward to following you. Hope you and yours are good, my friend.

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- Theadora Brack on 06/12/2016 at at said:
  
  I found you, Brigitte. Fabulous shots of your doggies. I especially loved the Edith Wharton quote: “My little dog(s) — a heartbeat at my feet.”
  
  Have a productive writing week!
  Theadora
  (And thanks for your kind words!)
  
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vintageattitude on 07/12/2016 at at said:

vintageattitude is me on IG…..xx

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- Theadora Brack on 07/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Thanks, V.A.! I’m now off to find you on I.G.
  
  Happy vintage garb hunting!
  T.
  
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rebekahleemays on 07/12/2016 at at said:

Hi Theadora,

Mine is bekahbeemays.

Thanks for sharing your lovely Paris pics!

Rebekah

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- Theadora Brack on 09/12/2016 at at said:
  
  Ah, thanks Rebekah! I’m already looking forward to seeing your I.G. photographs.
  
  Enjoy the weekend!
  Theadora
  
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Alexander Lautsyus on 12/12/2016 at at said:

Hi Theadora. I missed this your post. Lions pictures are amazing! I love them. As I mentioned before my nickname on Instagram is alexlastore.

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- Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
  
  Thank you, Alexander! I found you on I.G. Your photographs are beautiful. I am not at all surprised. I especially loved your “Soccer Night” series. More please.
  
  And Happy, Happy New Year!
  Theadora
  
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  - Alexander Lautsyus on 04/01/2017 at at said:
    
    Happy New Year to you as well! Looking forward to watch, read and enjoy your writing and pictures!
    
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  - Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
    
    Yes, let’s keep on snapping, Alexander!
    T.
    
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Cycling Dayton on 14/12/2016 at at said:

I have been waylaid for a year! Just catching up – looks like you’ve carried on nicely!

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- Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
  
  Hello, Bonjour! I am beyond pleased as punch to see you and your photographs again. I just found you in the I.G. world: velofolie. And Oh. My. You shoot sweets like no other. Marie Antoinette would have totally lost her head. I’m still dreaming about the Gateau Reine de Saba. Sigh.
  
  Happy New Year!
  Theadora
  
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zieglerlee on 20/12/2016 at at said:

WordPress is having some email issues so getting your post ups is not always making it. Hopefully all will return to normal soon.

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- Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
  
  Happy New Year! And thanks for stopping by the site.
  
  Theadora
  
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egeorgeblog/Ed Roxburgh on 25/12/2016 at at said:

Snappy post Theadora, I do plan more photo trips for the new year!

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- Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
  
  Ah, thank you for the snappy, happy words! I’m looking forward to reading about your photo trips. Keep us posted.
  
  Happy New Year!
  Theadora
  
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Cycling Dayton on 26/12/2016 at at said:

Instagram = velofolie

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- Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
  
  Merci!
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steviegill on 04/01/2017 at at said:

Great shots. I signed up to Instagram a while back, but was put off by the fact that I can only really upload stuff directly through my phone. Plus the camera on my phone is pretty poor!

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- Theadora Brack on 04/01/2017 at at said:
  
  I hear you! I think there’s a way of hacking the system, but I haven’t figured it out yet. Do you still have an account? I’d love to see your photographs. As you know, I am a fan.
  
  Happy New Year. Happy New Year.
  Theadora
  
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  - steviegill on 05/01/2017 at at said:
    
    Happy New Year! Yeah, there is a work around, but it’s seems more hassle than it’s worth and involves signing up to a service that’s not quite free.
    
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thehandcraftedcompany on 07/01/2017 at at said:

Ill always remember walking through the Jardin Du Luxembourg with my wife watching people at peace, doing yoga, martial arts and painting. We sat there for ages taking it all in! Your photo of the bench reminded me of this memory.

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thehandcraftedcompany on 07/01/2017 at at said:

Instagram
@thehandcraftedcompany

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Meagan Rhodes on 10/01/2017 at at said:

Great pictures! I love Paris. I’ve only been there once but I’m working on ways to go back haha! My instagram is: https://www.instagram.com/travelandtrinkets/

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Rhonda Sittig on 11/01/2017 at at said:

Fun post again Theadora!! Love the Henry Miller quote– giving close attention. Like you circled that Lion for us– You are amazing in the ways you present/write… And we have fond memories of Luxembourg Gardens– and the pony rides there–and sitting watching the world go by… thanks for the reminder. xox

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3sistersabroad on 12/01/2017 at at said:

Hi Theadora.. I have recently just found instagram too and love it @3sistersabroad is my tag line

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Jennifer on 16/02/2017 at at said:

Just getting started on Instagram – jenrockmitchick. Looking forward to seeing you there! Love, love, love your posts.

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thisisnotbangkok on 20/02/2017 at at said:

Hi Theadora. I just started following you on Instagram within the last 5 minutes. It would be an honor if you followed me back as well.Thanks! @bangkokcounty

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Alyson Rich on 25/02/2017 at at said:

I started a page an IG page a couple years ago and I was never very active with social media.. Once I moved to Paris, a little over year ago, I started posting my favorite photos I’ve taken in the city, and now I’m hooked as well. I would love to follow you! I will not be able to live in Paris forever, so these will be my memories of when I missing this incredible city @alyson_rocmeout

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