"Paris in the Spring" is one of a few phrases that elicit immediate happiness (or jealousy). In May, I had the good fortune to accompany my mother to the City of Light. Graphic design abounds, gigantic posters are plastered to the New York-like subway walls, and street art has a sophisticated and elegant tone, much like the celebrated French culture.

 Groovy graffiti: "Regarde le ciel" (Look at the Sky)

Subway poster for an Indie and electronic film festival.

Quirky shop selling medical models.

And what trip to Paris would be complete without a visit to the flea market? Long ago discovered by tourists (which drove up the prices) there are still treasures and antiques to find.