A Photographic Tribute to the City’s 750th Anniversary

Award-winning Ecuadorian photographer and storyteller Cris Toala Olivares presents Amsterdam, a breathtaking visual tribute to one of the world’s most iconic cities. This bilingual (Dutch-English) hardcover book captures the essence of Amsterdam—its historic canals, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture—through an unprecedented photographic journey.

For over ten years, Olivares explored the city in every season, capturing its famous Dutch light from unique perspectives: flying in helicopters, climbing church towers, wandering through hidden streets, navigating the canals by boat, and even swimming underwater. The result is a timeless collection of images that reveal Amsterdam’s soul like never before.

A Masterpiece of High-Quality Photography

Amsterdam is crafted with luxury photographic paper and premium materials, ensuring an immersive visual experience and impeccable printing quality. Every detail and nuance of the images is brought to life, making this book not only a work of art but also a collector’s item for photography and history lovers.

Book Specifications

• Dimensions: 28 x 21.5 x 3.3 cm

• Pages: 320

• Language: Dutch / English

• Weight: 1507 g

• ISBN/EAN: 9789083113661

• Material: Hardcover, luxury photographic paper

A Unique Approach to Distribution

Rather than relying on large retailers, Olivares has chosen a direct, personal approach to distributing Amsterdam. He partners with small businesses, empowering local entrepreneurs by giving them the opportunity to sell the book and reinvest the profits into their ventures. This model strengthens local businesses while fostering a meaningful connection between the artist, the community, and his readers.

For personalized orders, collaborations, or to stock the book in your store, Cris can be contacted directly to arrange delivery.

More Than a Book: Supporting the Amazon Rainforest

Purchasing Amsterdam is not just about owning a work of art—it also supports a greater mission. For over 14 years, Olivares has been working in the Ecuadorian Amazon, leading conservation initiatives and collaborating with local communities to protect their land and heritage. A portion of the proceeds from this book contributes to that vital work, making each purchase a meaningful step toward cultural and environmental preservation.

This book is more than a collection of photographs—it’s an invitation to see Amsterdam through the eyes of an Ecuadorian explorer and to be part of a movement that values art, community, and conservation.