Urban Mishmash is my personal art and cultural blog, which began with my life as an expat in Paris but has since grown to include Brittany and other beautiful places in France. As an expat who calls both places home, I try to share an authentic experience of living in France — one that captures the poetry of everyday life, far from clichés and tourist trails.
My writing focuses on the quiet, beautiful details that make these places unique: the hidden streets of Paris, the coastal calm of Brittany, the local markets, small museums, and fleeting moments that reveal the real character of French life. I’ve always tried to move away from the polished image of Paris as the “City of Light” and instead offer a slower, more personal way of experiencing it — and now, of discovering Brittany too.
I hope to encourage you to keep your eyes and mind open when you travel or live here — to wander without hurry, look closely, and uncover your own discoveries.
My passion for art and culture — modern, contemporary, and classical — remains at the heart of Urban Mishmash. I love learning about French and international artists, visiting exhibitions, and exploring creative events that shape life in both Paris and Brittany. Some of these experiences I’ve loved, others have challenged me, and many have inspired me to see things differently.
I still prefer discovering places the old-fashioned way — on foot. Whether wandering through Parisian streets or walking along a Breton shoreline, I find joy in observing, photographing, and sharing those secret, often overlooked moments. My Instagram account is where I post many of these Parisian and Breton trouvailles — and the occasional bit of street art or “odd” detail that catches my eye.
I’m always interested in hearing from other expats, artists, and creatives who are doing something meaningful or imaginative. If you’d like to share your story, or know someone who might, please get in touch — I’d love to hear from you.
For collaborations or advertising inquiries, feel free to contact me – I’m always open to working with those who share a love for art, culture, and authentic experiences of France.
In addition to Urban Mishmash, I also run Atelier Inika, an online haberdashery offering modern, ethical fabrics and sewing supplies for mindful makers. Alongside these creative projects, I work as a web developer, designing and building thoughtful, user-friendly websites that blend clean aesthetics with purposeful storytelling.