Open air markets are a major part of French living. They come in all shapes and sizes and offer goods of every imaginable type. The major cities support multiple markets, often offering specialized goods in different markets on specific days. Smaller cities and villages may have less ambitious, but equally important, markets once a week. Festivals and annual events often have their own dedicated markets celebrating things like wine, citrus harvests, and art. Markets are essential in some communities; many locals shop almost exclusively at a weekly market. For vendors it is an opportunity to sell directly to consumers, sometimes doing so in different markets several days a week. Tourists have also discovered the markets; to the point of planning travel to coincide with market days in various places. A large market takes over the streets and walkways in the center of Saint-Remy-de-Provence every Wednesday morning. The lively and colorful market offers an explosion of produce, meats and cheeses, spices, oils and vinegars, flowers, seafood, and street food to go or eat in place. Local crafts and art, textiles, clothing, lavender, vintage items, and decor round out the offerings. The variety is truly remarkable. The people are a major component of the markets. Consumers and vendors of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic status mingle freely and seamlessly. Surprisingly, I and my camera are more drawn to the wares than the people. Colors, patterns, shapes, contrasts, and unexpected combinations all catch my eye.