Gina

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Description

Hi! I’m Gina, an artist, traveler, and lifelong volunteer who believes some of the best adventures happen when you roll up your sleeves and help others.

By profession, I work with people with disabilities, and one of my greatest joys is using art to encourage creativity, confidence, and connection. I’ve also volunteered with nonprofit arts organizations, teaching painting, mixed media, and creative workshops to people of all ages and abilities.

When I’m not making art, you’ll probably find me caring for animals, exploring a new city, hiking a trail, or sharing stories over a home-cooked meal. I genuinely enjoy volunteering—not because I have to, but because it’s one of my favorite ways to experience a place, meet wonderful people, and become part of a community.

I’m looking for hosts who are kind, generous, open-minded, and enjoy a good laugh. Whether it’s helping with animals, gardening, creative projects, painting murals, organizing spaces, or lending a hand wherever it’s needed, I’m happy to contribute with enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

For me, Workaway is about more than exchanging work for a place to stay—it’s about meaningful experiences, cultural exchange, new friendships, and creating memories that last long after the journey ends.

I can’t wait to meet like-minded people and see where the next adventure takes us!

Interests

Videography

Self development

Movies & TV

Farming

Events & social

Culture

Charity work

Writing

Plant care

Photography

Performing arts

Music

History

Gardening

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Books

Art & design

Animals

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Italian: Beginner
Sign language (other): Beginner

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Animal Care

Creative DIY projects

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

House & pet sitting

Light maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

More details about your skills

Skills

* Art instruction and creative workshops
* Painting, drawing, mixed media, and crafts
* Working with people with disabilities
* Animal care and pet sitting
* Gardening and outdoor projects
* Organizing and decluttering spaces
* Housekeeping and cleaning
* Cooking and meal preparation
* DIY, painting, and light maintenance
* Child-friendly creative activities
* Photography and basic graphic design
* Fluent in English and Italian
* Positive, adaptable, hardworking, and easy to get along with

Age

50

What else ...

Beyond volunteering, I love vintage culture and attending vintage get-togethers, riding historic trains, and dancing the night away with swing, Lindy Hop, and tango. I enjoy discovering great local food, exploring new places on foot, swimming, and connecting with people who appreciate adventure, creativity, and life’s simple pleasures.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Sulfa

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  Special dietary requirements
  No saturated fats