When Art Hits the Streets of Paris

Most would agree that strolling through the heart Paris feels very much akin to strolling the halls of a museum. The advertisements for luxury goods, office supplies and electronics that line the city’s pristine boulevards, however, can be a jarring juxtaposition. Artist Etienne Lavie sought to illustrate what the city might look like if classical works of art were infused into daily life with the project OMG, Who Stole My Ads?. Certainly feels more in step with the city’s cultural leanings, don’t you think?

Below, a few of my favorites:

Here’s to art hitting the streets on a more regular basis. To view more, visit Etienne Lavie’s website by clicking HERE.