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Get creative helping with community art projects in Borgarnes, Iceland

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10 Mar 2024
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I am looking for an experienced person or couple who can do basic carpentry and can assist me in renovating my art studio.

Hi and thanks for writing.

I love the dynamic of exchange and are especially interested in people with honed skills!

Carpenters, photographers, massage therapists, dance and yoga teachers - please write with your skills.

Most of my projects are not for profit community projects. In the past we've made a mural which stands in Borgarnes, a documentary about art in Borgarnes which can be seen online for free, worked on a project for a displaced family and hosted art workshops to promote artistic thought and recycling awareness. Sometimes we need volunteers for art and film events. Are you skilled in something worth sharing with the community, let us know.

We get a ton of requests and only consider people over 30 and with workaway references . Are you skilled in something worth sharing with the community, let us know.

Michelle

Thanks for inquiring.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
DIY and building projects
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We will exchange skills and learn from eachother
Help
To participate in cultural and community projects. You are required to participate in household chores and cooking together.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Icelandic: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Accommodation
A bed or a couch, not always in the same room. We provide muslix for breakfast and and one full meal a day.
What else ...
Drive the Snæfellsnes highway to the glacier and continue on anywhere in the west fjords. Enjoy real Icelands old towns and pristine nature.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day for 4 days a week

Host ref number: 182969743393

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13 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host

In Borgarnes, I had the privilege of working with Michelle, a truly remarkable host. Michalle's incredible artistic talent shines through in every corner of her beautiful home, which I had the pleasure of helping to paint. Michalle's quick and attentive responses made the planning process a breeze, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.… read more

(Excellent )

12 Feb 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Max)

Dear Max it was great hosting you, getting to make a new friend, and thank you for all your help with the art videos. Good luck and I will recommend you to everyone on your path!

(Excellent )

12 Feb 2023

Left by Workawayer (Max) for host

Dear Michelle, it was so nice and cosy at your place and I really enjoyed staying with you, exploring Iceland a little and having interesting talks! See you again, all the best, Max

(Excellent )

13 May 2019

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host

My stay in Borgarnes and with Michelle was wonderful. I'm so grateful, I had a great time helping her with the Film Festival, meeting locals and walking around the marvelous town. I have no word to describe my rich experience: I feel like I have new friends, I learned a lot about Iceland, its history and culture. Michelle is so positive, kind and… read more

(Excellent )

1 Feb 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Nadia)

Nadia was an absolute gem. It was a pleasure and joy creating together. During her stay she helped with many things , however her main tasks were setting up and hospitality for our annual film festival. She was always available to help and communicated clearly and efficiently. Looking forward to her return visit in Iceland!

(Excellent )

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13 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host

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12 Feb 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Max)

Dear Max it was great hosting you, getting to make a new friend, and thank you for all your help with the art videos. Good luck and I will recommend you to everyone on your path!

(Excellent )

12 Feb 2023

Left by Workawayer (Max) for host

Dear Michelle, it was so nice and cosy at your place and I really enjoyed staying with you, exploring Iceland a little and having interesting talks! See you again, all the best, Max

(Excellent )

13 May 2019

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host

(Excellent )

1 Feb 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Nadia)

(Excellent )

7 May 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (dario_mentesana)

It was a real gift meeting Dario, there are not enough stars for the amount of creativity and warmth he brought to our community. Dario helped firstly with language skills which was my aim, to have regular conversation practice during meals. He also assisted my art students and gave them valuable photography tips. He took beautiful professional… read more

(Excellent )

5 Jun 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)

Gema is enthusiastic and cheerful, she was a great help in my studio and as a very good sense of design. She also assisted in hanging up and designing exhibition walls at a local cafe. It was a pleasure meeting Gema and I recommend her as a volunteer.

(Excellent )

5 Jun 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Aiden Yu)

Aiden is a dedicated artist. His emblems are graceful, colorful and elegant. He painted two gorgeous birds in our bedroom: a Wall Creeper and Baltimore Oreal. He is conscientious and works quietly and diligently. It is a pleasure sharing home and creating together. Aiden is positive and intelligent and shows interested in cultural exchange.

(Excellent )

12 Jan 2018

Left by Workawayer (Eric) for host

Michelle is the kind of host people hope to find. She is kind and generous and welcoming to her guest, eager to share her knowledge and experience of Icelandic culture, and appreciative of any guest that demonstrates respect. Her home was a perfect refuge from the well-trodden tourist trail, and a comfortable spot to unwind. Mornings were peaceful… read more

(Excellent )

7 Jan 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)

Eric is very kind person and it was a pleasure sharing my home. He helped with photographing the house which was greatly appreciated. He is helpful and respectful.

(Excellent )

8 Sep 2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Hiroki)

HIroki, was a joy and great help, he was a wonderful addition to our home. He is welcome back anytime! Thank you so much!

(Excellent )

8 Sep 2017

Left by Workawayer (Hiroki) for host

I am happy! My visit to Iceland was made memorable with the beauty of the landscape and my pleasant stay with Michelle. Her abode is very accommodating and is a great environment for culture and creativity. I really appreciated working on my music and songs in such an enjoyable atmosphere, and I enjoyed working with Michelle on her amazing house… read more

(Excellent )

7 Nov 2015

Left by Workawayer (Steven) for host

I worked for Michelle for two weeks back in June. Michelle has been by far the most creative, motivated host I've had. Together, her and I dusted off the Icelandic sage of Egil and rewrote this classic of Borgarnes for children. We had so much fun: I read the saga and rewrote the chapters (but included the authors translations of Egil's poetry),… read more

(Excellent )

23 Jun 2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Steven)

It's been great getting to know Steven, he's a very talented creative person and an equally enthusiastic good worker! A real pleasure to have around! Thanks so much ! Looking forward to the next time!

(Excellent )

12 Sep 2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sibi Chakaravarthi)

It was great getting to know Sibi. We were fortunate to make a new friend and to have someone capable to help us with renovating. Sibi is a hard worker and was happy to help with just about any project. He is also a very good cook and a pleasure to share our home with. Good luck with your degree, SIbi and we hope to see you in Italy or in India… read more

(Excellent )

23 Jun 2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriela)

Gabriela was a joy to meet and have as a member of the family! How lucky I was to get to know her. As for the workaway experience she was capable, and needed little of no instruction, she saw what needed to be done, she was flexible and if the schedule changed she easily adapted. Her presence was fun and caring and I hope one day to workaway… read more

(Excellent )

22 Jun 2015

Left by Workawayer (Gabriela) for host

I spent 6 days in lovely Borgarnes, working with even more lovely Michelle. She is one of those people who has a shining star in the soul, so everything she does is magic and special. It was an honor to share her live, even if for a short period of time.
The job was easy and fun, hosting the guests, preparing the room for the next ones, cleaning… read more

(Excellent )

15 Sep 2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Samuele)

I am lucky and grateful to know Samuele. His attentiveness and wholeheartedness is refreshing and reflects in his craft. Samuele is a mindful and skilled craftsman. In the short time he stayed he bonded with my family, friends and other work-awayers. Together they built a beautiful cabin which was namely possible because of Samuele's long… read more

(Excellent )

10 Sep 2014

Left by Workawayer (Samuele) for host

Work for Michelle was a truly inspiring experience; working for her i found out how rewarding is the work just to make somebody happy: such a simple thing but often so rare in my usually work! I only spent a few days in Borgarnes but from the first moment i felt like at home and i found some others very good workers that became easily friends. In… read more

(Excellent )

6 Sep 2014

Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host

I wish there was a 5 star smiley face, because 4 isn't enough.

Michelle is kind, patient, very intelligent, and knows LOADS of cool things. She has an inquisitive mind that is only matched with her ability to problem solve. She's also a great cook!

Since arriving she has supported me and all others whenever necessary. Always with a smile.… read more

(Excellent )

5 Sep 2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)

It's been my great pleasure getting to know Jack North. He arrived at my home and art studio about 2.5 months ago, one month after I moved into my 50 year old home which needed endless attention and repairs.

His help has been immeasurable and we will surely miss his presence. Jack has a great head on his shoulders and was able to repair or… read more

(Excellent )

25 Jun 2014

Left by Workawayer (Pietro) for host

I've been travelling for a while in Iceland with my friend Damiano and we spent some time at Michelle's.
She was very kind and giving, granting us a meal a day and sharing with us everything she had!

The work was hard a couple of time, but in the end it was fun and we worked only in the morning scraping, painting and helping in the… read more

(Very good )

9 Jun 2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin)

Ben has been a great help and good company. He's a hard worker and during his short stay he worked skillfully and independently. He's a pleasure to be around and I really enjoy the results of the work he accomplished.

(Excellent )

13 May 2014

Left by Workawayer (ManuelandNatascha) for host

We really liked staying with her. She is so nice and thankful.
We loved working for her, cooking and eating together...
If you have the chance to do workaway go to Michelle!

(Excellent )

7 May 2014

Left by host for Workawayer (ManuelandNatascha)

Manuel & Natascha are great people, they were reliable, good communicators, and very pleasant to work with and live with. I would be delighted to host them again.

(Excellent )

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