Paris Vignettes: Evening Rain

The Paris Vignettes series features the inspired work of street photographer William “Bill” O’Such in themed installments

Rainy evenings offer a world photographic possibilities. The reflections on the wet sidewalks (“reflets de parapluies”), combined with the ambient lighting from street lamps, create a unique atmosphere. Add the inviting glow of cafés (“les chimeres”), and you have the perfect backdrop for capturing stories well into the night.

Rain acts as a natural catalyst, creating scenes that are both picturesque and full of life. You can capture people with umbrellas strolling down tree-lined streets (“seul dans la pluie”) or peering into shop windows (“j’en ai envie”, “quel livre”). Couples walking arm-in-arm in the Marais (“on est ensemble”) or chatting outside a café (“conversation dans le marais”) encapsulate the romantic essence of Paris. On these rainy nights, restaurants offer a cozy escape (“la commanderie”, “ma bourgogne”), where people enjoy warm meals and lively conversations that stretch late into the evening.