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Overview

  • 7 references 7 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Spanish
  • 36, Male
  • Member since 2012
  • Photographer
  • I've read some books here and there. Got a degree, no big...
  • From Chicago, IL, USA
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

I will be heading out on a 4-week photo adventure at the end of the month (Sept 25 - Oct 17).

- Rough Dates -
Copenhagen // Sept 25 - Sept 29
Berlin // Sept 29 - Oct 2
Prague // Oct 2 - Oct 5
Munich // Oct 5 - Oct 8
Vienna // Oct 8 - Oct 11
Bilbao // Oct 11 - Oct 17

The goal of this trip is to meet as many creatives and like-minded individuals as possible! I'm also hoping to complete the entire trip through trade - so I will be giving my hosts free photoshoots WOOOP WOOOP!

Now that could be portraits/headshots if you're a model, or maybe real estate shots if you have a business. Whatever photo needs you could possibly have; I got youuuu

Also, I have been working on my website to document my travels for the last couple years now. The site is www.GoodVybesDaily.com - It's basically a photographic journal / portfolio. The goal is to have a running list of photos showing all the places I go and all the amazing people I meet. aka YOU!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodvybesdaily

ABOUT ME

For starters, I’m a freelance photographer based in Chicago, IL, USA.

I'm probably the most laid-back person you'll ever meet (or very close to it). I really just want everyone to have a good time! Simple enough right??

I'm a big fan of the barter system, which means I'm always open to trading my photographic services for a variety of different things (tattoos, hospitality, flights, dinners, etc. ; oh and money is always nice too haha)

PHILOSOPHY

It’s amazing what you can learn about someone after a few beers. But it’s equally amazing what you can forget the next day...

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I used to host as often as I could, because I loved meeting new people and hearing about their travel stories. Now, I'm the one doing the traveling finally! I'm headed around the world taking photographs and hiding my art for strangers to find. (http://www.goodvybesdaily.com/)

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

So far I've had an amazing experience with couchsurfing! I've always had the best people show up when I'm hosting - and when I'm traveling, I have been lucky enough to find new and amazing friends through this website.

Interests

My interests are all over the board. I will honestly give anything a try at least once.

Photography is my main squeeze though.

  • arts
  • design
  • photography
  • beer
  • running
  • reading
  • traveling
  • hiking

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies - Funny ones. Nuttin beats a good belly laugh!

My music interests are constantly changing. Usually mood-related.
Current mood - Anything indie

Current Book - The Brand Gap by Marty Neumeier

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I saved up all of my money, sold most of my things, got rid of my apartment, sold my car, bought a camera and a one-way plane ticket, and started a photographic journey around the world!

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to spend less, travel more, and experience as much as possible in this lifetime.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm always down for good conversation and cold beer. I'm not sure if meeting new people is a hobby, but I would definitely consider it one of my favorite things to do.

I'm a photographer, so I can take pictures for my hosts (head shots, portraits, etc.) I also love exploring and finding new photo opportunities, so I'm always down for an adventure.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Cameroon, Canada, England, France, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United States

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