I am an artist. Currently I make upcycled jewelry and do henna to make a living. I also have a pet sitting business. I am exploring new techniques and other art forms. I love meeting new people, trying new foods, music, art, photography, hiking, nature and I am very easy going. Check out my art, photography and travels on Instagram- Amymaxineart

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

This is the time for adventure for me. I am recently divorced and figuring out what I want to do with my life. It's a year of transition, so since I am no longer a home owner and I do not have a lease, I am excited to start exploring the world. I am really excited to travel and meet new people. I have only just begun my travels. First year was a trip from Minneapolis to St Louis down to New Orleans, then West to California, New Mexico, Arizona and back to Minnesota. Second winter I went to Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam for 3 months. Last year I traveled in Spain. Currently I’m on a road trip from Minneapolis to Nashville, Asheville and Savannah.

Interests

• arts
• performing arts
• street art
• music festivals
• dancing
• indian food
• mexican food
• organic food
• thrifting
• movies
• traveling
• music
• live music
• hiking
• swimming
• art history
• philosophy
• solo travel
• budget travel
• spirituality
• bicycling
• antiques
• vintage
• henna

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite music: Jim James, Jack Johnson, The Jayhawks, Spoon, Galactic, My Morning Jacket, The Shins, The Decemberists, Cat Stevens, Aretha Franklin, Mazzy Star, Van Morrison, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Michael Franti, Beck, I could go on and on.

Movies: Harold and Maude, Safety Not Guaranteed, Hector and The Search For Happiness, Moonrise Kingdom

Books: The Power Of Now, The Mermaid Chair, Secret Life of Bees, Rising Strong, Tales of A Female Nomad, And just about any Neil Gaiman book.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Gave an elephant a mud bath.

Teach, Learn, Share

I've taught some art, learned some art, shared some art. And the same regarding cooking. Life is a continual learning process and I love sharing experiences and learning from others.

What I Can Share with Hosts

As I mentioned I love cooking and would be thrilled to help cook or cook a meal for you. I also have done pet sitting quite a bit. I like kids, but don't have much experience with little ones, I feel most comfortable with kids older than first grade. I’m happy to lend a hand with anything just about.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, Mexico, Spain, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States