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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Visit The Alhambra: A Film Photographer's Guide

Discover the Alhambra, an architectural masterpiece in Granada, Spain, with tips to elevate your film photography skills and travel advice for planning your visit.

Lily Heaton 11/18/24 Lily Heaton 11/18/24

Holga Week 2024

View my photos from Holga Week 2024 — I captured autumn in Amsterdam scenes with a quirky plastic camera.

Lily Heaton 10/29/24 Lily Heaton 10/29/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 9: Shooting Ektar 100 In Spain

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 10/21/24 Lily Heaton 10/21/24

Join My Amsterdam Film Photography Workshops

Introducing Amsterdam Film Photography Workshops hosted by Lily Wanderlust. Join an immersive, hands-on session designed to help you slow down, explore the city with fresh eyes, and reconnect with the joy of analog photography.

Lily Heaton 9/30/24 Lily Heaton 9/30/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 8: Amsterdam Street Photography

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 9/23/24 Lily Heaton 9/23/24

Rolleiflex Challenge 7: Reflective Self-Portraits Inspired By Vivian Maier

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 8/27/24 Lily Heaton 8/27/24

Join Me On YouTube for Analog Adventures

Join me on YouTube (Lily Wanderlust) for analog adventures, photography tips, and photowalks in Amsterdam and beyond. Learn how to capture your own travel stories on film.

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.