Susan

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Description

I am an artist and have been working as a Head of Art in International schools in Hong Kong for the majority of my teaching career. I am now embarking on a new journey of self discovery having returned to Australia.
I am very keen to learn how to live a more sustainable life whilst limiting my impact upon the earth. I want to learn how to implement food growing processes following permaculture principles, preserving techniques, bee keeping and bush regeneration.
In the past I have practiced encaustic painting with beeswax and oils, printmaking and batik painting. I am now aiming to be more transient so have started painting using an iPad and absolutely loving the process.
I am hardworking, well organised, conscientious and love to learn new skills.

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I have started learning Spanish and can assist with English.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Helping around the house

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

Teaching

More details about your skills

I have spent my whole career as a Head of Art in high preforming international schools so I am highly organised and conscientious. I love sorting, tidying and creating systems and order. Yes I love cleaning and tidying!
I am serious about learning gardening techniques and will be keen to do further reading and research about what I learn.
I have been a city dweller in Hong Kong but have spent six months volunteering at Sydney City Farm 3 days per week to get some basic experience in weeding, harvesting, mulching, seed collection and seed sowing. I have found there is nothing more satisfying than weeding and mulching.
I have also been house sitting looking after chickens and dogs and can provide referees from these.
(Unfortunately I am allergic to cats upon close contact, but can tolerate them in a well ventilated room. )

Age

60

What else ...

I have completed an introduction to Permaculture course.
I enjoy gym training, yoga, bushwalking, kayaking , fishing and skiing.
I have also been volunteering with feeding the homeless in Sydney and am always keen to contribute to community activities.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Cats up close, ok if distant.

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  Special dietary requirements
  No