Yo! I'm Ian. A shitty cover artist who likes travel and eat mac n' cheese. Let's be friends!

Okay, but more actual information about me. I have a passion for new, unexpected experiences. Previously, I worked in tourism industry, leading beer tours and beer tastings in the Czech Republic and managing a hostel. Currently, I am a Sociology lecturer at a university in Prague, with a side-job working as a makeup artist and costume designer for film, editorial, runway and theatre.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

When I travel, I want to see a place through the eyes of a local. What better way then to stay with one? When I'm in Prague, feel free to stay with me! I almost always forget to put myself as "available," but if you message me and I'm free when you're here, I have a guest room you can use! But, I'm not simply looking for someone who wants a couch, there are hotels for that. If you're looking to meet people and make memories, those are the types of people I welcome. We're LGBTQIA+ friendly, and know quite a bit about the queer scene in Central Europe, so if you need that type of guidance, let me know! (If you are not LGBTQIA+ friendly, please find somewhere else. I hear Antarctica is lovely this time of year.)

Overall, I'm looking to meet interesting people, here or otherwise! Let's chat.

Interests

I like to think that I'm a well rounded person. Casual musician, always down for a solid conversation.

• singing
• lgbt rights
• cooking
• wine
• cocktails
• music
• jazz
• guitar
• piano
• blues
• gay
• ukulele
• food
• linguistics
• lgbt
• craft beer
• cuisine
• queer
• indie
• jamming
• gay rights
• gayfriendly
• cuddles
• gay friendly
• lgbt friendly
• queer theory
• lgbtq+
• queer culture
• lgbtq
• gays

Music, Movies, and Books

Hayao Miyazaki, Xavier Dolan, etc.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Established an international queer support network for prosecuted youth.

Teach, Learn, Share

Have a passion? Share it with me. I have plenty to share with you. I teach music and makeup skills in my free-time. Let's swap!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Musical entertainment, laughs and good conversation.

Countries I’ve Visited

Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal, Palestine, Poland, Slovakia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic, India, Indonesia, Japan, United States