Haussmannian balcony

Contrast is key when capturing this Parisian icon. Pair the delicate, dark curlicues of the black wrought-iron railing against the soft, matte texture of weathered cream limestone to create instant graphic depth.

To channel high fashion, shoot during the blue hour or under soft overcast light. This eliminates harsh shadows on the stone while making the distant zinc rooftops glow with a moody, cinematic tone.