Why LA? Pourquoi Paris? — Los Angeles & Paris Art Book by Diane Ratican
"For the first time, the cities of Los Angeles and Paris are illustrated in parallel."
Why LA? Pourquoi Paris? is the first illustrated book to pair Los Angeles and Paris side-by-side — comparing their history, architecture, fashion, cuisine, and daily life through original artwork by Eric Giriat (Paris) and Nick Lu (LA). Each illustration is a standalone work of art, yet together they reveal the two cities in a way never seen before. Author Diane Ratican weaves personal stories and cultural commentary into a narrative that celebrates both the stark contrasts and the surprising similarities between these two iconic world capitals.
LEARN MOREExperience the cultural milieu of these two distinguished cities.
Spectator Sports — Dodger Stadium vs. Roland Garros
Museums — LACMA vs. Louvre
AKA — City of Angels vs. La Ville Lumière
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Book Signings in Southern California & Paris
The Pasadena based author has been invited to appear at many book signing events and locations throughout Southern California and Paris, France to celebrate the release of her new art book and pay homage to two iconic metropolises: Los Angeles and Paris.
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The World of the Book
Two cities. Endless inspiration.
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