Exploring Amsterdam and Beyond

Hi, I’m Lily — an Amsterdam-based creative director, writer and photographer sharing curated travel guides and photo journals that highlight authentic, cultural experiences.

Focused on intentional travel, my city guides explore local perspectives and observations through my lens of curiosity and creativity. Follow along to get inspired, see the world, and welcome new discoveries — whether exploring near or far.

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Podcast Feature: The Good Place with Robin Cox

I sat down on a park bench in Amsterdam with Robin from Good Place podcast to reflect on life’s many chapters. Check out the full episode!

Lily Heaton 8/22/24 Lily Heaton 8/22/24

Yellow Bike Art Series Part II: Creating with Artist Sijben Rosa

My yellow bike is part of an art installation in Amsterdam West. Part two of the story features artist Sijben Rosa. Discover how an unexpected creative connection and spontaneous idea turned into a memorable community art project in Amsterdam West.

Lily Heaton 8/17/24 Lily Heaton 8/17/24

Yellow Bike Art Series Part I: Creating with Flowers and 120 Film

Discover a personal film photography project I created to say, 'goodbye' to my iconic yellow bike, a sentimental symbol of my Amsterdam life for 13 years.

Lily Heaton 2/11/24 Lily Heaton 2/11/24

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.

Lily Heaton 5/31/23 Lily Heaton 5/31/23

Capture the sun: Make your own DIY cyanotype prints

Learn how to create your own cyanotype prints using sunshine and nature!

Lily Heaton 10/9/21 Lily Heaton 10/9/21

Photo Journal: An Ode to Sunflowers in Amsterdam

An ode to sunflowers, positivity, and all that grows with changing seasons.

Lily Heaton 2/11/21 Lily Heaton 2/11/21

Freelance Series: Creative Resources for Freelancers in Amsterdam

Discover a round-up of my favorite resources for freelance creative in Amsterdam.

Lily Heaton 1/10/21 Lily Heaton 1/10/21

Freelance Series: Tips for How to Freelance in Amsterdam

Discover inspiring and practical tips for new freelancers in Amsterdam.

Lily Heaton 12/10/20 Lily Heaton 12/10/20

Series Feature: Honey Talks Season 2

HONey Talks is a web series that aims to empower, inform, and entertain our global community through bold conversations about topics that matter to modern, multidimensional women. Watch season 2 on YouTube or listen on Spotify.