My recap of Europe marked by little filtered squares. 1. Nimes view from the inside / 2. Heineken - The official beer of Nimes / 3. Walking the streets of Paris with PBE / 4. Steak & frites for our lunch in Paris / 5. My SNCF tickets / 6. Le Grau du Roi with the ladies  / 7. A view of Monaco’s Beach / 8. On our way back to Nimes… First class chillin’ / 9. Red berry Mojito @ Stars n Bars, Monaco / 10. Authentic Filipino Food @ Barcelona (Sinigang & Sisig) / 11. Ferrero Rocher Ice cream / 12. Fresh Strawberries & whipped cream for meirenda @ Monaco

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As someone who grew up around people who can skate and at the same time, my fascination over it, i came across this article on Flavorwire of some of the raddest skateparks in the world. How amazing would it be to hang out at these with friends during a sunset? Sounds like the most perfect of nights to me! 
Youth Factory – Lusitania, Spain


Museum of Ocean and Surf by Steven Holl with Solange Fabiao - Biarritz, France


Skate Villa by Philipp Schuster – Salzburg, Austria


Skatepark Stuttgart by MBA/S Associates – Stuttgart, Germany


Dennis “Polar Bear” Agnew Memorial Skatepark by Wormhoudt Inc. – Venice Beach, California


True Skate Virtual Park by True Axis


PAS Skate House by Francois Perrin and Gil Lebon Delapointe – Paris, France


ZAP ADOS’ by Bang Architects – Calais, France


Emblematic Monument by Enrique Norten and TEN Arquitectos – Mexico


Lions Park by Rural Studio – Greensboro, Alabama

 
After the hustle & bustle of the city, i got the chance to roam around Paris at night taking photos of all things creative. I ended up walking as far as 4 train stops could take me. From Oberkampf to Voltaire. Here are some street art i saw (at night) check em out! 
It amazes me on how Paris or France itself can freely express their art, not only through their great works seen in Louvre Museum but also in the streets and subway. You could really see how artistic french people could be! 

Before my trip to Paris, my friend, Paulus told me i should visit this shop, Blackrainbow Paris that is quite similar to Ronac Art Center in the Philippines. 
Thankfully, i got to drop by! I am not quite familiar where Blackrainbow really is in Paris but, with “un peu francais” & people skills, i got to visit and see this unique shop. 
“The good people of Blackrainbow Paris managed to create a streetwear boutique that isn’t similar to anything that i have seen before. Looking at their interior, you quickly recognize and appreciate their unique set-up. But besides looks, the store also offers a solid assortment of brands. On certain Sundays they organize the infamous BKRW brunch, which makes the experience even better.” (highsnobiety.com)

Hopefully, i get to drop by and witness their “BKRW Brunch” soon! 
Thank you, Clems! x 
 
BLACKRAINBOW PARIS
68 Rue des Archives  75003 Paris, France
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During my stay in Paris, France, i got to visit 3 art galleries. I wanted to visit more, but time wasn’t enough. So, the first gallery that i visited was Galerie Voskel or as the sign says; “Rock - A Graphic Tribute to Rock Culture.” which was only located behind the place we were staying at.
Rock: A Graphic Tribute to Rock Culture
@ Galerie Voskel
141 rue Amelot / 5 rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud
75011 Paris
The second gallery i visited was the gallery of a famous street-art and graffiti artist, Chanoir. He is best known for his eponymous cat character, Cha. 
Cha Noir
@ THGALLERY
7 rue Vauvilliers
75001 Paris
After thrift shopping at Hippy Market, the last art gallery i visited was, Galerie Art Generation. Which is located beside Hippy Market. I haven’t exactly seen all of Paris, but so far, the shops around Hotel de Ville are the bomb! From thrift shops to vintage eye wear. I can’t wait to go back and shop more!
Galerie Art Generation
67 rue de la Verrerie
75004 Paris