Hello!

I am Michael Timm, A professional photographer with an interest in all things digital creation.

I like to build websites, take photos, create videos, and explore the world.

I am married to my high-school sweetheart and have the most beautiful brown Labrador.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am in love with meeting new people, hearing their stories, seeing new places, learning about the history, and documenting my trips as best as I can.

I believe the world is a place filled with kindness, and traveling should be a process to find it. Traveling to only see the tourist traps is a waste of a perfectly good opportunity to meet locals and experience new cultures and beliefs.

Couchsurfing is the most incredible way to meet new people in a place where you've never been.

Interests

• writing
• photography
• cooking
• reading
• food
• watching movies
• videography
• meeting new people
• social media
• listening to music
• web design
• motorbikes
• drinking wine
• overlanding
• coffee culture
• car culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I am a bit of a chameleon when it comes to music. The music I listen to depends a lot on my mood and what I'm busy doing. While writing I love Lo-Fi Beats, Nature Sounds, and a good Classical Playlist. While at the gym, I like upbeat Hip Hop, Metal, or even some Pop. While when I am in studio or on set for a photography job, I like to give the model or crew free reign on Spotify.

Movies: I am currently into Dramas, Comedies, and Adventure Films. Documentaries are great for dinner time.

Books: I am an avid reader, and at the moment I'm enjoying books that help me in reaching my goals. I have recently started with Simon Sinek's "Start with WHY?". I just finished reading "Richest Man in Babylon".

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I left the company I was working for in 2019 to pursue my own dreams of starting my own Digital Agency. It's been a tough first year of business, but I'm proud of the fact that my company is thriving at the moment after much doubt from my coworkers.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have hosted a few classes on:
- Using your digital camera
- How to build a social media profile for your business
- Using video to grow your digital footprint
- Editing images on both your phone and computer.

I love learning about:
- Cultures and Beliefs
- New foods
- New Digital trends

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my knowledge and ability to take photos and make videos in whatever you need for both your business or social media, I can help by making food and helping around the house.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Africa