From Rust to Roadtrip

From Rust To Roadtrip is an ongoing documentary storytelling project from Lucy & Ben (that’s us!) following life on the road through photography, filmmaking and writing. For the past decade we’ve travelled overland across Europe and beyond in a (t)rusty old camper van, documenting everything from hidden hot springs and remote communities to van breakdowns, difficult seasons and the quieter in-between moments that rarely make it onto social media. Patreon is where we share the more personal side of our journey. Rather than polished highlight reels or fast-moving algorithms, this space allows us to slow things down and bring people closer to the reality behind the projects— the conversations after long filming days, the uncertainty, the excitement, the creative process and the strange moments the road throws our way. 📺 Early access to YouTube videos 🎬 Behind-the-scenes updates from filming and travel 📱Candid phone-shot video diaries ✍️Personal reflections and writing 📸 Occasional unseen photos, ideas and project updates 🚎 A closer look at the reality of long-term overland travel and documentary work Your support helps fund fuel, ferries, repairs, camera equipment and the countless unseen costs involved in producing independent long-form creative work. More importantly, it gives us the time and breathing room to continue creating thoughtfully and sharing stories that don’t always fit neatly into the pace of modern social media. We’re not trying to build an “exclusive content machine” here— just a thoughtful little corner of the internet for people who value curiosity, storytelling, adventure and honest conversations about life on the road. Thanks so much for being here, –Lucy & Ben 💙