I had this idea over a year ago to host a coffee+photography tour as
these two are my domain of expertise. Photography because it is what I
do professionally and love sharing tips, pointers, and skills that help
others visually see their world in a different way. Coffee because I was
a former barista now coffee lover with a passion for showing the world of
specialty coffee with everyone.
So, why the two together?
I have found while traveling
that coffee and photography go hand
in hand. Some of the best traveling tips I have discovered were from my coffee
shop stops. Always willing to give tips, pointers, or recommendations you will
find that baristas are some of the most open, helpful people. So, when I land
in a city I am sure to have a list of coffee shops to frequent. Lucky for you, Annecy has quite a few all
differing and specializing in certain things.

So it is with super excitement
that last week I kicked off two tours. We met at my favorite cafe,
Brumes, where each guest had a small espresso tasting. We talked about
texture, taste, and coffee. During this time we also chatted about why
we all love coffee. Afterwards I explained tips on how to take better
photos while traveling and gave pointers on how to create a scene and
style.
We
then hit the streets of Annecy where I navigated guests through the
city. I helped them with basic photo skills, and encouraged guests not
to get stuck on photography gear that the most important thing is really
setting up a photo, composition, and just photographing. Mistakes will
happen but sometimes the photos that you think are mistakes are often
the most beautiful.
I
love lightly blurred images, photos that get passed by because at first
they don't seem perfect. We stopped for an almond croissant as one
guest was hungry. Luckily, I know where to find the best almond
croissant in Annecy. Afterwards it was to the chateau for a small bit of
history but stopping along the way always for a photo.
If you want to see a city, walk if possible. It's one of the best way to explore, and take photos. I
love stopping at cafes, looking up at architecture, finding the small
details. As one of my guests explained, she loved discovering a place
and it's ambiance. I loved that, I too think that's why I love
photographing. It's a way to try and pause time, to have a tangible
souvenir.
So cool to meet Olga, another photographer from New York
After
leaving the guests with more than enough photo tips, places to go, and
things they must eat, we finished our tour at my favorite spot for ice
cream. I strongly encouraged them to try the caramel beurre salé ... (salted caramel) and with our hands sticky from melted ice cream, smiles on our faces, we said until next time. For
me, it was a moment where I just felt overly grateful for travelers,
people willing to try something new, experience, and learn.
Sending everyone a bit of wanderlust, a bit of coffee love, and a
bisous,
Caroline
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