Professional Photographer in the Iconic town of Hokitika - South Island's Famous West Coast, NZ

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  Description

  Kia ora (Hello and well wishes)
  My name Is Ian and I am a single father to an absolutely amazing 5 years old girl named Blessing.
  
  We have spent almost 4yrs in a house-truck traveling both islands and capturing memories and images shared with people around the world and followed by over 125,000 people on Facebook.
  
  We have shared some absolutely magical times with our workaway guests and have had an absolute blast getting to know them in deep and meaningful way as well as light and playful :)
  
  We have a wonderful little cottage in one of the coolest little towns on the iconic west coast, Hokitika.
  
  This is the birthplace of Jade (greenstone) locally known as "Pounamu" and have amazing friends who own carving studios right here :)
  
  We enjoy, beach fishing, camping, the outdoors and nature, quiet times and meaningful connections to people and nature.
  
  Sharing from the heart and not just the normal meaningless conversations are what we love most. We look for open minded and raw people that are not shy to be open and speak honestly and with meaning.
  
  If you love nature, being free, exploring and just getting out and having fun but also love the comfort of home and relaxing then we might be the host for you!
  
  We run some community photography programs and help youth at risk, ladies from domestic abuse and the wider community and would love your assistance on photoshoots :)
  
  As you will see by my reviews you will be in for a treat and we love to go the mile for our guests or should I say family because all who have come and been with us are part of our hearts forever.
  
  Let make your trip not just an adventure but a meaningful journey and one to remember!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Having deep roots in the local area and ALL over the country with programs we run you will have a meaningful and well-connected experience with us. We can offer you the ability to learn wood carving, jade carving and hunting and fishing for food if interested. Staying with us is different to most as you will read in our reviews etc as we are very relaxed and open people. We will share with you from all parts of our lives and gift you the time, energy and attention you deserve. Staying with us is simply put, real, raw and rewarding.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  I seek someone that is open minded and loves Kids!
  Playing with my daughter is always a joy to all who spend time with her, and she will warm your heart from the start.
  Some simple help like washing dishes after dinner and playing with Blessing is about all I really would like help with and happy to include you in our day-to-day activities as a member of our family :)

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  Interested in Japanese, Chinese, Spanish and Italian
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  Accommodation

  We have a bank bed set up and will have full use of the house, guardens and its internet

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  What else ...

  Please note that my daughter is the most important thing in my life. So we need to have a good open communication if there is any problem, as her well being is my number one priority :) We will be happy to show you around and do things most simply don't get to do with "standard" hosts :)

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  Hours expected

  2-4 hours a week r

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