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 and photo journals that highlight people, places, and perspectives through my lens of creative curiosity.
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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.
Get To Know The Rolleiflex 2.8F
A brief history of the Rolleiflex 2.8F and more information about this iconic medium format camera.
Analog Series: Discovering A Mystery Disposable Camera
A love letter to disposable cameras, the magic of analog photography, and the unexpected ways our loved ones stay with us through the images we create.
Hello Audubon Park Podcast + Neighborhood Guide
Explore Audubon Park, one of Orlando’s most vibrant neighborhoods and listen to my podcast interview about growing up in Orlando and living abroad in Amsterdam.
MY FIRST ART FAIR: LAUNCHING MY BOTANICAL PRINT SHOP
Take home my photography! I've launched a limited edition series of bold, botanical prints for the Galentine's Bazaar at Redlight Redlight.
Introducing My 12 Month Rolleiflex Photography Challenge
Introducing my 12-month Rolleiflex Challenge! In this photography series, I will shoot at least one roll of medium-format (120mm) film per month in an effort to inspire artistic growth.
Rolleiflex Series: Winter Forest Walk in the Dunes
Take a day trip from Amsterdam to visit the nature reserve at Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen and enjoy an afternoon of forest bathing and photography in the Dutch dunes.
New Year, New Creative Goals
Sharing personal creative goals and the story behind why 2024 will be the year I finally put my photography first.