Exploring Amsterdam and Beyond

Hi, I’m Lily — an Amsterdam-based creative director, writer, and photographer sharing stories of my adventures near and far.

Here, you’ll find curated travel guides, stories of slow travel and personal photo journals that highlight people, places, and perspectives through my lens of creative curiosity.

Looking for creative inspiration or tips for exploring a new destination?
You’re in the right place. Slow down and stay a while…

Explore a Secret Garden in Amsterdam: Rolleiflex Film Photography

I cycled to Amsterdam Noord with my Rolleiflex to shoot 120 film in a garden full of wildflowers and butterflies.

Lily Heaton 7/10/24 Lily Heaton 7/10/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 6: Creative Adaptation

Welcome to my year-long Rolleiflex Challenge! Every month, I follow a different theme and shoot a roll of medium-format film with my vintage Rolleiflex 2.8F. Then, I share my inspiration and the story behind the images.

Lily Heaton 6/21/24 Lily Heaton 6/21/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 5: Amsterdam Analog Photowalk

Welcome to my year-long Rolleiflex Challenge! Every month, I follow a different theme and shoot a roll of medium-format film with my vintage Rolleiflex 2.8F. Then, I share my inspiration and the story behind the images.

Lily Heaton 6/11/24 Lily Heaton 6/11/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 4: Creative Connections

Welcome to my year-long Rolleiflex Challenge! Every month, I follow a different theme and shoot a roll of medium-format film with my vintage Rolleiflex 2.8F. Then, I share my inspiration and the story behind the images.

Lily Heaton 6/7/24 Lily Heaton 6/7/24

My Favorite Photography Backpack

I partnered with Urth on a campaign for their Arkose Camera Backpack.

Lily Heaton 5/22/24 Lily Heaton 5/22/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 3: Spring magnolias, hope and new beginnings

Welcome to my year-long Rolleiflex Challenge! Every month, I follow a different theme and shoot a roll of medium-format film with my Rolleiflex 2.8F. Then, I share my inspiration and the story behind the images.

Lily Heaton 5/15/24 Lily Heaton 5/15/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 2: Exploring Florida's Big Cypress Swamp

Welcome to my year-long Rolleiflex Challenge! Every month, I follow a different theme and shoot medium-format film on my Rolleiflex 2.8F. Then, I share the story of my experience, inspiration, and images, plus a 120mm photography self-assessment. In this edition, I explored the unique nature of Big Cypress Swamp in Florida’s Everglades. And yes, there were plenty of alligators!

Lily Heaton 4/19/24 Lily Heaton 4/19/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 1: Southern Swamp Lilies

Welcome to my year-long Rolleiflex Challenge! Every month, I follow a different theme to shoot medium-format film on my Rolleiflex 2.8F. Then, I share the story of my experience, inspiration, and images, plus a 120mm photography self-assessment. This edition features botanical photography and explores using expired film in different natural light situations.