Hello! My name is Wendy and I am an artist-writer born and raised in San Francisco, California. Since 2014 I have traveled over 19 or so countries.

I came to Couchsurfing to meet new people and create art that exemplifies the beauty around us. I was able to be hosted by some wonderful people through my time in Europe. I've also hosted a few people when I had my shared apartment in San Francisco. I support affordable housing initiatives and sustainable forms of travel.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I know this might sound like what every other person says on Couchsurfing, but I really want to meet locals and get a more genuine story of the city / country they live in.

Interests

• arts
• writing
• design
• graphic design
• street art
• art history
• journalism
• photo
• street food
• creative writing
• photoshop
• street photography

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

(Currently) Living and exploring my heritage/roots in China
Spent a year abroad in Australia
Backpacked for two months in Southeast Asia
Eight month backpacking and volunteering through Europe.
Did a three-day trek through the villages in Northern Vietnam (through slippery, wet rice paddies!)
Rode a motorcycle from one end of Vietnam to the other
Designed a booklet for the White House
Rode a horse in Nadi over a coconut farm while lost...
More to come...

Teach, Learn, Share

Art (with watercolor, acrylic, graphic design, color pencil)
Cantonese
Holistic Health
Technology (especially around Apple products)
Writing/Editing

What I Can Share with Hosts

Art exchange (I'll exchange my art in portraiture and abscract acrylic, mixed media or watercolour for stay. You can find some examples in my photos)
Cleaning and Organizing around the house
Offer to help with any administrative or website-related services
I am also good with troubleshooting, teaching and setting up technology
Most importantly - Good company!

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Cambodia, China, Croatia, Denmark, Fiji, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Philippines, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, United Kingdom, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, China, United States