I work full time as a school counselor. In my spare time I am practicing to become a painter. Originally from Los Angeles, California, I am living in HCMC Vietnam for at least the next 2 years. Would love to get to know you and possibly explore this great city together. PLEASE READ: in exchange for hosting you, I'm asking all my guests to please donate 3-4 hours to sit for a portrait session. Guests stay 3-7 days; no short term stays so we can be flexible about what day to do the portrait. Mention this in your request to me.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Meeting new people keeps life interesting. I love learning other languages and cultures. Since I'm new to Vietnam, we can explore this city together.

Hosting since June 2017 has allowed me to have models for my paintings. Check out my couch photos!

Interests

• arts
• books
• architecture
• desserts
• painting
• music
• live music
• history
• historic sites
• food
• museums
• art museums

Music, Movies, and Books

Currently reading On the Road by Kerouac; favorite book is Steppenwolf by Hesse and any of Shakespeare's comedies. Classic and alternative rock music. The Goonies, Back to the Future, Donnie Darko, Twin Peaks, Game of Thrones.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I became a teenage mom while attending UC Berkeley. I raised my daughter (she's now 21 and attending UCLA) as a single mom without the support of my family.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm an artist - specifically oil painter of figures and portraits, but I also like photography, architecture, and landscape design. I can make a portrait of you.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook and clean and also bake. I love art and architecture and I'm willing to share what I know with hosts and guests.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, England, France, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Viet Nam, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States, Viet Nam