I am a South African writer and editor who specialises in design and art. After over 10 years working in the industry, I gave up my monthly salary and sold all my earthly belongings to go study in Europe and see where the adventure takes me.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

As I embark on my new adventure, I hope to meet fascinating people along the way. Once I have settled, I also hope to open my doors up to fellow psychonauts.

Interests

I am someone who is constantly seeking new knowledge and experiences, and a junkie for film, literature, art, theatre and all forms of the creative arts. That said, you don't get much better than a cold beer!

• arts
• writing
• literature
• design
• cooking
• beer
• tours

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Miles Davis, Spoek Mathambo, Calexico, Beck, Fourtet, Grizzly Bear.
Movies: Winter Sleep, Wayward Cloud, American Astronaut, Best in Show. Anything by the Dardenne Brothers, Claire Denis, Michael Haneke, Pedro Almadovar. Almost anything with Isabelle Hupert in.
Books: Michel Houellebecq, Charles Bukowski, Philip Roth, Anne Carsons, Martin Amis, Robert Anton Wilson, George Bataille.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Did a week-long helicopter safari in a two-seater around South Africa with my sister as pilot.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can offer guided art tours of local galleries, as well as the ability to converse meaningfully on all manner of topics.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A passionate sense of curiosity and taste for adventure. Respect for your home, things and time, as well as general household assistance. Yummy cooking skills.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Swaziland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Bahrain, Netherlands, South Africa