Waiting for the first customer, a photo from Midi-Pyrenees, South

Photographer's Note

Mirepoix is a commune in the Aričge department in south-western France. It is situated in the Hers valley between Carcassonne and Pamiers.

Mirepoix was captured in 1209 by Simon V de Montfort and given to one of his lieutenants, Guy de Lévis. The town, originally on the right bank of the Hers-Vif, was destroyed by a violent flood in 1289. It was rebuilt by Jean de Lévisin 1290, on an elevated natural terrace on the other side of the river. The layout of the town centre has not changed since the 13th century.

At the heart of Mirepoix is one of the finest surviving arcaded market squares - Les Couverts- in France. The square is bordered by houses dating from the thirteenth to the fifteenth centuries. The mediaeval Maison des Consuls (council house) has rafter-ends carved with dozens of images of animals and monsters, and caricatures of mediaeval professions and social groups.

The cathedral of St-Maurice has the second widest Gothic arch in Europe (after Gerona in Spain). The foundation stone was laid by Jean de Lévis on the 6th May 1298. Construction continued, with interruptions, over the next six centuries. The cathedral was restored in 1858 and 1859 by Prosper Mérimée, and Eugčne Viollet-le-Duc.

(Source: Wikipedia)

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emka (152072) 2018-01-07 0:09

hello Stephen, Nice green caffee and restaurant, still closed. Charming place for lunch or drink. Nice composition.

Have a nice Sunday

MAlgo

papagolf21 (152599) 2018-01-07 1:11

Bonjour, cher Stephen,
Merci de nous trouver des lieux qui rappellent notre enfance (vieux café ŕ la devanture d'époque ou presque).
Je suis fan !
Amitiés.
Philippe

lousat (129839) 2018-01-07 1:21

Hi Steph,how is nice the entrance of this restuarant,no customers for the moment but they will arrive soon at mid-day. A photographic place where the style and the colors makes the difference,i like it! Have a nice Sunday and thanks,Luciano

holmertz (92736) 2018-01-07 1:50

Hello Stephen,
I f you had been a truly dedicated photographer, not just an amateur with a camera, you would have waited until some people sat down at the tables, no matter how long it would take... Only joking. It's still a nice photo with many fine details on the green wall and nice reflections.
Kind regards,
Gert

Nicou (193806) 2018-01-07 2:09

Hlelo

génaile compo quel ancien caf avec cette devanture sueprbe ces reflet dans le vitrage ce rendu sur la facade verte et quelle anciennes table et chaises un bien bel endroit et ocmpo.
Bravo et amitié
Nciou

pajaran (102482) 2018-01-07 2:11

Dobar dan.
Lep pogled, interesantan i dobar tekst ...
Lepo pokazano mesto, dobar kontrast, lepe boje.
Lepa fasada restorana i detalji.
Zelim vam lep dan za odmor, sve najbolje.
Paja.

Good day.
Nice view, interesting and good text ...
Beautifully displayed place, good contrast, nice colors.
Nice façade of the restaurant and details.
I wish you a nice day for rest, all the best.

Lidka (527) 2018-01-07 2:25

Dear Stephen!
Any people?
Fine place, fine chairs.
Nice colours, ideal saturation.
Good exposure and capture.
Good POV and DOF.
Fine contrast.
Superb colours.
Splendid take.
Well done!

ChrisJ (159888) 2018-01-07 2:52

Hello Stephen,

It actually looks more inviting without the summer crowds. I like the angled pov and superb sharpness. Good colour & saturation. I like the reflection in the lantern. Tfs!

abmdsudi (88443) 2018-01-07 3:47

Hi Stephen
Quite an appealing subject matter with something extra to look on the 'olde restaurant, with interesting story and your clever idea to catch the eye. The tones and ambient really enhance it while the green timber framework makes this a very special look and character on its own. They don't make them like that anymore do they! Wonderfully done, Congrats
Best wishes

COSTANTINO (104011) 2018-01-07 4:12

Hello dear Stephen and have a nice time
and a happy new day
simple but nice
attracive and pleasant
the title is the best
waiting for the first custome
regards
Costantino

Fis2 (155455) 2018-01-07 4:35

Witaj Stephen!
Very interesting place, restaurant makes impression.
Excellent frame and perspective.
I likw ceiling.
Good colors and light.
Well done.
Nice sunday afternoon.
Krzysztof

pierrefonds (103402) 2018-01-07 4:56

Hi Stephen,

I like the reflections on the windows. The point of view is showing the details of the tables, of the chairs and of the facade of the restaurant. The good luminosity is enhancing the beauty of the colors. Have a nice day.

Pierre

Sergiom (117241) 2018-01-07 6:30

Bonjour Stephen,

Comme cela semble trčs attirant et que les chaises semblent confortables et qu'il y a un toit pour offrir de l'ombre, pourquoi pas avant que la foule arrive.

Amicalement

Serge

rbassin (27464) 2018-01-07 8:44

hello Stephen
Une vue intéressante, La vitrine ancienne est du plus bel effet
Bonne soirée
Roland

jimmj63 (0) 2018-01-07 10:13

ciao Stephen,
very usefull note and good shot, the dehor in the french bar and bistrot are the institution in France, specially in the south,
ciao, Giacomo

dkmurphys (77952) 2018-01-07 10:14

Hello,
Looks like a very nice and enjoyable place to have a meal or a drink. Or both!

Daniel

carlo62 (81265) 2018-01-07 14:43

Ciao Stephen
ho fatto colazione poco piů avanti ed č stato fantastico prendere il caffč sotto questo portico in legno.
Bella foto, ci sono tre colori forti che rallegrano l'immagine.
Saluti
Carlo

Silvio1953 (205519) 2018-01-08 0:53

Ciao Stephen, lovely composition with nice green restaurant, fine details and excellent perspective, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

Cricri (176) 2018-01-08 9:27

Hello Stephen
c'est table sont trčs accueillante avec leurs chaises en osiers, la façade ne manque pas de charme , un côté ancien ou la couleur est trčs attirante
Belle soirée
cricri

macjake (96157) 2018-01-08 16:13

Hi Stephen
its lacking atmosphere, but it at least has some pop of color and some history. there are several interesting smaller features that are worthy of our time too. but the bold greens and large windows are the best
cheers
craig

Didi (61589) 2018-01-15 6:16

Hi Stephen
Very nice perspective view on the restaurant with interesting side lateral lights
Well done
Best regards

mcmtanyel (58830) 2018-02-04 19:26

Hello Stephen,
All neatly laid out, ready for business, let the fun times begin!
Regards,
MT