Welcome to my Amsterdam photo diary. Sometimes I can’t put everything I felt into words and you know what they say – a picture tells a thousand words.
Below you will find a selection of images that I believe showcase what Amsterdam is all about (through my eyes/lens). Beyond the canals, I have tried to capture the minor details which are often overlooked, the way of life in the Netherlands and of course, all of the food!
Each image comes with a brief caption – often a description but sometimes a thought from that moment. I hope you enjoy!
My Amsterdam Photo Diary
Amsterdam via canal boat.
A walk through Jordaan.
The change of the seasons.
(if you dare).
Near to the Anne Frank House.
My favourite wonky corner in all of Amsterdam.
Bloemenmarkt, Amsterdam.
We’ll call it “Spring Snow”.
Apartment dreaming.
Although difficult to see, there are large hooks on the top of every canal house in Amsterdam. This is used to pull furniture up to the higher floors.
Found in the 9 shopping streets.
Dreamy reflections.
“The Tourist” canal boat.
Good morning you.
Canal houses.
Happiness comes cheap.
Neighbourhood strolls (cont…)
Do what you love – love what you do.
A walk through the more colourful part of town (ahem…!)
Cheese is to the Dutch what gelato is to the Italians.
In the evening time the bridges light up in streams of solid globes – don’t miss it!
Whilst photographing the flower pots on this particular bridge, the lady who planted them came over to give an inspiring talk about “her garden” (which was 3 pots total). She was the kind of person that would let you pat their dog. Sadly, no dog in sight.
Sausage dog
Checking in: The lovely Pulitzer Hotel
< lamp shade >
Favourite shots (Part I)
Favourite shots (part II)
Bikes, in whatever shape or form, reign supreme.
Do you even meringue?
Little red car
On board “The Tourist” and feeling more Angelina Jolie than ever.
De Nederlands
“Its a blogger favourite” said my host. Y’all can see why. Pulitzer Hotel.
Nutella filled donut balls. HEAVEN IS REAL.
Patatje Oorlog (potato fries topped with peanut satay sauce, mayo, onions). Nom.
The local
Souvenirs
Happy – in a world of colour
Ze coffeeshops (not my thing, but maybe yours)
I can sniff out pastry shops from miles away. This one was especially pretty.
Vaarwell, Amsterdam!
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Camera Gear:
Thanks for dropping by! Interested in the camera gear I use?
I took all of the above images on my Olympus OMD EM5 Mark II. Most images are using my new 25mm PRO lens. Some of the landscape shots were taken with my 12-40mm PRO lens.
I edit my photos with lightroom.
You can find more of my photography tips and tricks here.
Please leave any questions or lovely comments below – I would love to answer any Q’s!
NOTE: All images are mine except for the ones containing me. They were taken by the lovely Omar.
Brooke is a Tasmanian-born writer and professional baker who started World of Wanderlust in 2013 and has since travelled to 86 countries. These days her guides focus on what she knows best: the bakeries, hotels and places worth crossing the world for.
