I’m a nomadic filmmaker and storyteller from New York. I’ve bounced between Denver, Kyoto, and Istanbul, and I love diving into different cultures headfirst. My life revolves around creativity, meeting new people, and capturing the energy of a place—whether that’s through a camera lens, a conversation, or just wandering without a map. I try to live with curiosity, humor, and a sense of adventure.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because the best way to know a city isn’t in the guidebooks—it’s through the people who live there. Couchsurfing, for me, is less about a couch and more about connection: swapping stories, sharing meals, and seeing the everyday magic of a place through local eyes. I’m here to meet open-minded people who want to trade experiences, not just recommendations.

Interests

• design
• photography
• film festivals
• yoga
• running
• art
• films
• film
• art museums
• designing

Music, Movies, and Books

I’m into anything with vibe and soul. Music: from old-school hip hop to indie rock to ambient electronic—if it makes you feel something, I’m in.

Movies: I’m a filmmaker, so I love everything from cult classics like Inglourious Basterds to neon-drenched arthouse films to ridiculous comedies.

Books: I rotate between philosophy (to stretch my brain), memoirs (to live a thousand lives), and design/creativity books (to sharpen the craft).

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I lived in Kyoto and Istanbul for over a year in 2020-2021, soaking up two wildly different cultures back-to-back.

In Kyoto I leaned into the stillness, temples, and ritual. In Istanbul, it was chaos, colors, and late-night conversations over tea. Both experiences taught me how to adapt, slow down, and embrace the weird and wonderful contrasts of life.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach photography, videography, and filmmaking—from the basics of shooting on your phone to editing techniques. I’m also a budding YouTuber, so I love swapping ideas on content creation. What I want to learn? Cooking local dishes, language basics, farming, DIY anything—I geek out on picking up skills from the people I meet. Sharing is big for me too—stories, playlists, laughter.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I make a DANK breakfast hash—like, seriously next-level good. But beyond that, I bring good energy, curiosity, and the ability to help document your world through photos or video if that’s something you’d enjoy. I can also pitch in with chores, creative projects, or just being a solid presence who respects your space.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Russian Federation, Spain, Thailand, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, Turkey, United States