Photographing the Louvre and Its Pyramid – Reflections and Light After the Rain
How do you elevate one of the world’s most photographed landmarks? A long exposure after the rain reveals the Louvre in a new light—where water, stone, glass, and sky merge into a poetic reflection.
The Louvre, Paris’s renowned museum, takes on a fresh look after a spring shower. These long exposure photographs capture the majesty of both classical and contemporary architecture, highlighting the dramatic reflections of the Cour Napoléon in lingering puddles. Clouds, stretched across the sky by the long exposure, add a dreamlike quality to the scene.
The glass pyramid, designed by architect Ieoh Ming Pei, stands at the center of the courtyard, in elegant dialogue with the historic buildings around it. The water jets, frozen in time by the long exposure, appear as misty columns that add a delicate, ethereal dimension to the composition.
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These images reveal the rich visual and symbolic layers of this iconic site—one of the most visited museums in the world. To learn more about its history, collections, and exhibitions, visit the official Louvre Museum website.
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About the photographer: Sebastien Desnoulez is a photographer of architecture and urban atmospheres. He explores reflections, contrast, and light to reveal the poetry of iconic Parisian landmarks—like the Louvre’s pyramid. See more Paris photos.
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