In this issue, I explore how Amsterdam residents use public space to create community, safety, and vibrancy in the streets. A small urban detail that reveals how lived a city truly is.
amsterdam016 – Keeping the Eyes Open: How New Experiences Foster Creativity
A reflection on how new inputs—books, cities, food, and small observations—keep creativity alive. This week I share what’s inspiring me, from Florence’s architecture to newsletters, magazines, and unexpected sources of ideas.
A behind-the-scenes look at printing my first postcard series: selecting textured linen paper, adjusting images for print, and how photos behave differently off-screen.
photography
A personal reflection on the tools photographers use, why I built my own cross-posting app, and how small, custom-made tools can improve a creative workflow.
How to stay consistent, find balance, and keep creative momentum flowing while working on multiple projects.
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A reflection on autumn walks outside Amsterdam — on changing colors, natural cycles, and the quiet reminder to step outside and breathe.
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A personal reflection on Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary — four years of calling the city home, cycling through its streets, and hoping it continues to inspire better cities around the world.
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A week exploring Scotland—from the Highlands to the Isle of Skye. Rain, whisky, golf, and good company. A reminder to celebrate life and the beauty of the outdoors.
Travel
A weekend in Amsterdam reminded me that creativity has its ups and downs — and that sometimes, the best thing we can do is simply keep looking.
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A reflection on slowing down, reclaiming time, and building intentionally—one step at a time.
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