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Amanda

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My next destination:
Colombia - from Nov 2022 until Feb 2023
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Buenos Dias - Bom Dia - Good Day :)

LOOKING FOR OPPORTUNITIES IN COLOMBIA (MEDELLIN from 4/5 February. Ideally, creative opportunities.

PROFESSIONAL ARTIST AVAILABLE - JANUARY - MARCH 2023

My next journey begins in Colombia.

I am a very young ‘50’ year old artist. My work is predominately murals on flat surfaces like walls. My style is colourful, surreal, visionary, graphic art. My visionary art is a world where I can share this visually through a brush or paint stroke…

I am also an art therapist and can help people work through their traumas using the art process.

I am looking to connect to mindful hosts who need help with anything artistic, creative, e.g making things, murals, teaching, gardening cooking, or looking after guests.

I’d really like to learn some basic Spanish, or some other life skills that I can take away with me. I believe my life is a constant learning process.

I did my first workaway in July 2014 in Thailand where my journey began, immersed in the tropical jungle of Koh Lanta, staying in a bamboo hut - for me, this started an evolving journey travelling around the world.
This current/newest journey is sending me to central and South America and I am extremely excited for this new venture.

(Here is a summary of the volunteer placements I’ve had).

July 2014 in Thailand, working at 'clayzyhouse hostel' where everything was made from driftwood, clay and found materials.

2014 I painted the signage for an art hostel in Koh Lanta. (See profile pictures).

2015 in Australia I was working in permaculture, designing and building projects from wood.

2016 - Tasmania, Australia, making vegetable gardens using permaculture, helping with cob building, using reclaimed glass bottles as windows. Making and painting a recycled pallet table using the principles of permaculture. Made a sturdy butchers block on wheels from blue gum wood, felled on the property.

2017 In Croatia, I was working in another hostel painting an Egyptian themed mural (see photos).

2018 - During my time in Portugal, I was asked to paint a caravan and decided to base the theme of the animals that were present at the farm, changing the horse to a unicorn. This opened up many possibilities for me and I won a competition for my mural.

2019- 2021 - More recently I have been working on a giant mosaic using tiles found from the trash or from a beach clean up. During my time on Pico I realised that volcanic rocks are porous and easy to sculpt. So my newest passion is making stone faces from rocks.

2020- 2021 Island of Pico in The Azores working in various hotels and air b n b's painting various murals and commissions. Making artwork projects from found and recycled materials, trying to make use of the things other people throw away.

2021 - I stayed on the island of Faial and Sao Miguel in the Açores, creating raised vegetable beds, using permaculture, planting seeds for the guests of tomorrow. I also created some volcanic face sculptures from rock.

2022 - UK, working at the Majushri Buddhist Meditation Centre in the art studio fixing the mouldings and plaster castings for sacred stupas, together with other gold leaf mouldings for the Buddhist temple.

2022 - UK, working in a coffee shop/cafe serving coffee, vegan and vegetarian soup, sandwiches, teas and snacks. Learning barista skills with the coffee machine.

2022 - Açores, (Faial) Setting up a brand new vegetable garden - using permaculture principles.

2022 - North Portugal, learning to use my creative skills to produce dream catchers from branches in nature.

2022 - Viana Do Castelo, Northern Portugal. Collaborative mural for the Portuguese version of burning man.

2022- Malagan mountains of Southern Spain, helping to construct an outdoor kitchen made from recycled materials

2022- Alicante, Cocentina mountains, child minding three gorgeous children and working on a Goddess themed canvas painting.

2022- San Jose, Costa Rica, Mural at hostel escalante at the front entrance of the property.

2022 - Nosara, Costa Rica, housesitting and mural painting.

2022- Pavones, Costa Rica, sign painting for a hostel - Esperanza.

2022 - San Jose, Costa Rica, garden mural - tropical Caribbean theme.

2022 - Bocas Del Torro, Panama, tree frog and insect graphic art mural.

2022- Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica, Phoenix wall mural.

2023-‘EL RIO Hostel, Buritaca, Colombia graphic design for promotional music and a mural for the entrance.
Interests
Mountain
Beach
Nature
Camping
Yoga / Wellness
Cycling
Dancing
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Charity work
Gardening
Carpentry
Sustainability
Animals
Languages
Architecture
Art & design
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Books

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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Beginner
More details about my language interests
I taught English online for two years during my time in the Açores and I am able to teach this to anyone who needs help to improve. I used to be an Art teacher and I am able to guide people through the art process. I'd really like to learn Spanish and improve my beginner Portuguese.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Being an elderly companion
Able to teach about:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Eco Projects
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
A bit more about my skills....
I try to live a simple life using my art as a way to travel on a budget. I specialise in murals.
I spent 22 years in a high school teaching Art and Design technology. I love spending time with people from all sorts of different cultures and backgrounds.
I love cooking, especially healthy food and anything veggie or vegan.
I was an online English teacher. I can cook, clean, and help around the house. I don't mind getting my hands dirty and I am happy to chip in with anything that is needed to help.I am a happy go lucky sort of person who is looking for a cultural experience and some awesome memories for my book of ‘life’.

I am also a children's face painter and body painter. If you have any parties or festivals, then I can help out with this.
Age
50
What else ...
I have some experience of rebuilding and refurbishing houses. I spent three years renovating my own house. I have many skills using wood. I am confident using electric and hand tools.

I am unable to do heavy manual work, this is because I broke my ankle in 3 places and have metal plates and pins supporting it.

I am learning to play djembe and I was part of a drum circle.

I enjoy yoga, meditation and mindfulness.

I’m trying to be more present.

I enjoy being surrounded in nature, swimming in the sea and eating an organic plant based diet.

I love being around awakened, mindful, uplifting, joyous, kind and loving human beings.

I appreciate my alone time and need it sometimes - in order to recharge my batteries. :)
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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14/12/2022

Left by host for Workawayer ()

This Workaway was stellar!!! Amanda is not only a talented and very professional artist, but she is also an excellent teacher. She taught a beginners art class to the other Workaways while she was here and her infectious enthusiasm got us all into the spirit of creation, with great results.

Most importantly, she took a project very dear to my… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2022

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Charly

Pavones is a magical small town at the most southern part of Costa Rica on the Western Pacific Side, it is well known for it’s left waves. It is the perfect place to be if you are into surfing. The town is small and quiet which I really enjoyed. The beach is a couple of minutes walk away and is rustic and beautiful, surrounded by raw… read more

(Good )

25/10/2022

Left by host (Mystics, musicians, artists ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda was a house sitter while the whole family was traveling. She left a sacred blessing, a mural that opened channels for light vibrations, and healing energy. She is a powerful healer and channel. I pray that she will return here one day so we can meet personally. Her art is magical, her energy is pure and honest. I bow in respect.🙇🏽‍♀️ Thank… read more

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I was asked to paint Salvador Dali with his eyes popping out.

This table was made by me from reclaimed pallets... I painted it white and began applying the skull design using pencil. I'm a dedicated artist working by candle light as there was no electricity.

Made with love from Blue Gum wood felled from the land... butchers block with wheels as it’s so heavy. I really enjoyed making this from scratch.

Mural commissioned for an Australian hostel in NSW.

The woman central to this mural was my hosts girlfriend. Full mural painted by me based on Egyptian goddesses, geometric patterns and DNA codes of light. 6 week project.

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All you need is love…..mural painted by me for Chillouthostel - San Jose. Costa Rica

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14/12/2022

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(Excellent )

03/11/2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join small and friendly team ...)

(Good )

25/10/2022

Left by host (Mystics, musicians, artists ...) for Workawayer ()

(Excellent )

14/09/2022

Left by host (Help us at our new hostel in ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda is a great person, we love her so much. She was friendly and welcoming to our guests and always a sunny smile and a happy personality. Amanda is also an amazing artist. She has helped us a lot by painting the front entrance of the hostel. She created a big mural using colourful graphics and typography, listening to what our needs were. She… read more

(Excellent )

12/09/2022

Left by host (Help our family in creating ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda was an absolute pleasure to host. Easy going, kind and hard working. She was amazing with the children 💕 and with helping out around the house and with the animals. She designed and painted the most beautiful canvas for us. A very talented artist. 💕💕 thank you so much for everything you did for us and for our wonderful chats. We will really… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help around the house and ...)

I stayed with Jean Paul (Paul) for 10 days. It was a great experience going back to basics and living off grid on top of a mountain with epic views to the Malaga coastline, on clear days you can see the coast of Africa. The sleeping arrangements for me were on a comfy sofa bed in the living area of Pauls wooden cabin, surrounded by books. (The… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2022

Left by host for Workawayer ()

We love you Amanda, what a nice experience!! Everything was great, she is no more a workawayer here but a friend, thank you

(Excellent )

31/07/2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with reclaiming, ...)

I stayed with Jan for 10 days. It was a great experience - sharing some English banter. I would describe Jan as a super host, kind, generous, open minded, funny, and thoughtful. I would thoroughly recommend her to any future workawayers. Each morning I would be greeted enthusiastically by the three dogs. Zippy, Colin and Esmeralda. Zippy is still… read more

(Excellent )

28/07/2022

Left by host (Help with reclaiming, ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda stayed for about 2 weeks mural painting for me. She is a very talented artist in multiple methods of creativity. She was super nice company and helpful around the house. Anyone would be lucky to have her visit

(Excellent )

30/06/2022

Left by host (Come and experience the ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda was amazing, she was able to adapt and fitting in a very thuff offgrid environment. She interact extremely well with the other guests. She was always kin to help out with all tasks kn daily life. Very creative, did an amazing mural on one of my caravan : truly professional piece of art.

Was a pleasure to host Amanda, hope she could come… read more

(Excellent )

18/02/2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Cook vegan, organise my home, ...)

Info notice: Exchange was cancelled at last minute

(Host cancelled stay at the last minute)

21/01/2022

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Amanda has such a sunny personality. Warm, helpful and thoughtful. She genuinely cares for others.

She quickly talked through her ideas for clearing the land and within a very short time - got on With it. Within a few days you could see the Avocado, orange, lemon and fig trees, which were previously buried in thick bush. She primed and pruned… read more

(Excellent )

21/01/2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Live off-grid surrounded by ...)

Lisa's place is a place of peace and tranquility. Surrounded by nature, fauna and giant tropical plants you would be crazy not to visit this incredible place. If you are an outdoors sort of person and don't mind life without electricity or mobile phones then come and spend time here to reconnect to your quiet self. The cabin was made of recycled… read more

(Very good )

13/12/2021

Left by host (Sustainable living, ...) for Workawayer ()

The expérience with Amanda was great, quick because of circumstances but it was good in general. Amanda is a nice and educated person who respects the house rules...........as you say who know if we are going to meet again.
It was a pleasure to meet you, see you soon.
Best regards Luis

(Excellent )

15/11/2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Sustainable living, ...)

Luis’ place is stunningly tranquil, surrounded by green mountains and nature with a free flowing river going right under his house. The energy here is calm, balanced and flowing.

Luis is the kind of person who always has a big smile, and a belly full of laughter. He is passionate about different kinds of foods, ingredients, spices, fruit,… read more

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12/11/2021

Left by host for Workawayer ()

There are some people in the world who have the sun inside them. This is how I would describe Amanda. She has a presence about her that just brightens your world. It is not about beautiful smiles. It’s more about an internal being that sheds light and feels like the sun is on your face. It’s a calm energy of inner peace, confidence and self. She… read more is the kind of person that doesn’t want anything in return. Amanda came to the project in 2019 to connect with her creativeness and ended up staying throughout the covid situation, shedding her knowledge, wisdom and connecting with the energy here on Pico.

During her time here she created soooooo much artwork.
:-A mandala mural that encompasses the circle of life, palm frond sculptures, volcanic stone sculptures, mosaics from recycled pottery and ceramics. She painted recycled boards into cosmic artwork based on the cycles of the universe. She upcycled old furniture, painted chairs, tables and old items - giving them a new lease of life.

She built walls, cemented, plastered and painted the walls. She sanded and painted old doors. She spent time bringing the old wooden floors back to life using the sander and linseed oils. She even learnt how to plumb the water pipes - bringing hot water into the property.

She held several art workshops, offering the local people a chance to heal trauma through neurographics (an unconscious art process that allows the artist to release unwanted past traumas). She also offered a step by step painting workshop, whereby the students under her guidance painted a ‘cosmic dancer’, using their fingers to paint with. Amanda loved working with the ‘acrylic pouring techniques’, pouring and painting old kitchen tiles.
She also held a dream catcher workshop whereby the other volunteers learnt how to make dream catchers from old hula hoops, found materials such as shells, feathers and sea glass.

She cooked, tidied, cleaned and organised things so that the energy within the house was flowing once more.

Amanda gave her time to the garden, planting, gathering and harvesting organic foods. She is a wonderful vegetarian cook and can make a hearty nutritious meal from whatever is abundant in the moment.

Words cannot describe how delighted I was to have her presence here at the house and how much of her energy is still here at the house. Everywhere I look, I can see the love of Amanda’s creativity. She is calmly spiritual and wise. Offering ways to help you connect with your own inner being, without forcing it upon you. Amanda is also an energy healer and can help you release any unwanted physical pain, if you are willing to be open to the emotional blockage causing it.

I feel very blessed that our paths crossed at such an uncertain time with the world the way it is. If you are looking for the perfect workawayer for your project then look no further than with Amanda. She will leave you with a sense of reflection and unconditional love both for yourself and for anyone else who crosses her path. Wherever your journey takes you, I thank you with gratitude for being an awesome human with so much unconditional love for the world. We need more people like you - to make the world a better place.
Namaste - from my heart to yours. :)

(Excellent )

08/11/2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with eco building and ...)

I stayed here at the house if Arte for a long time and really enjoyed the process from start to finish.

The project was about refurbishment, rebuilding, reloving this old house with its many problems.

My room was spacious, light and creative with old traditions used as much as possible. The floor was the original 150 year insenso wood and it… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2021

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help create a sustainable ...)

I really loved being part of Tim’s Eco project. This was my first Workaway after a 3 year break. It was a blessing to be part of this experience on the beautiful island of Faial. My accommodation was a cosy cabin surrounded by orange trees and forested nature. 5 minute walk to the ocean with epic sunsets.

Tim is a very funny guy with a huge kind… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2021

Left by host (Help create a sustainable ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda was such a pleasure to have here. Amanda blended in seamlessly and her multitude of skills were an amazing blessing to have with us. From creating our vegetable garden to lava stone art and amazing meals etc. etc.....
Highly recommended and always welcome here in the Azores!
Tim

(Excellent )

26/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Where do I start with Shamanda?
Amanda arrived onto my project like hurricane Gilbert!
A self driven force of nature, independent, intelligent, hilarious English girl who has been on the road continuously for four years and travelled vastly prior to that.
She arrived here just in time with a ton of energy and saved me at the point when I was… read more

(Excellent )

23/02/2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Creative people wanted for ...)

I spent one month here and fell in love with Pico so much I’ve decided to stay and make it my home. Jonny’s Project is a home of quirky ness wihere almost everything is made with his own hands. His carpentry skills are amazing or shamazing. Jonny’s sense of humour is infectious, he’s always playing practical jokes and is a happy positive outgoing… read more

(Excellent )

28/01/2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help on a smallholding with ...)

What does it mean to be passionate about horses? Is the passion for horses something you are born with? Is it something that develops over time? Sophie’s horses are her world, she lives for her horses. She always has their best interests at heart and seems to always think about them, she loves to talk about horses and really understands the… read more

(Very good )

28/01/2019

Left by host (Help on a smallholding with ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda's visit was mostly about painting a SHAMAZING (as she would say!) mural on my caravan, which I absolutely adore. It is soooo much more than I was expecting or hoped for, she really understood - and went beyond - what I tried to explain to her that I wanted. She is an amazing artist. My only regret is we didn't have enough time for her to… read more

(Very good )

10/10/2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help around in a beautiful ...)

Lora – Bunovo

I initially applied for a workaway placement with Lora and her family for just a few days. As soon as I met Lora and her family I was overjoyed by the warm welcome I was given. Instantly I felt like part of her family and the community in which she lives. In fact, it felt like I had met her somewhere before and we instantly became… read more

(Excellent )

09/10/2018

Left by host (Help around in a beautiful ...) for Workawayer ()

Our experience with Amanda turned into a beautiful friendship. She is pure, light soul, very creative, open and hard working. She helped us with all kind of work- from cooking and playing with our little boy, drawing and creating a vision for the yoga hall, to bringing wood, peeling wood beams and colllecting walnuts. And we enjoyed doing all this… read more

(Excellent )

22/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Amanda my sister from another mother... I miss her so much. She has poured so much love for this house. Her positive energy still revolving in this house. She is a bank of knowledge and ideas. She is very hardworking as well. She made this house more alive and beautiful. She participated in many different profect and mural painting is her… read more

(Excellent )

26/03/2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (HELP URGENTLY WANTED....... ...)

I worked here with Rakesh from April to June 2017. What can I say about Rakesh...he's more than a friend, he's more like a brother to me and I feel honoured and blessed to have had the pleasure to meet with him and stay at his gorgeous house. He's hospitable, kind, caring, thoughtful, energetic, loving, helpful, funny, interesting and the best… read more

(Excellent )

26/03/2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our crew of of ...)

Great experience. Loved being here.

(Very good )

19/03/2017

Left by host (a Permaculture Project in ...) for Workawayer ()

Amanda's personality is such a sunny one. Every day a smile and a peaceful aura. Amanda, as well as her partner were responsible for numerous woodworking jobs one being a very solid 700mm x 760mm chopping block on wheels for the volunteer kitchen from timber milled from the property. Amanda also painted our dining room table a beautiful artwork of… read more

(Excellent )

01/03/2017

Left by Workawayer () for host (a Permaculture Project in ...)

Paul (aka Nonna) is an inspiring, outgoing, fun, honest, loving, kind, knowledgeable, and friendly guy, open to any ideas you have that would benefit the project. He works hard to create a sustainable life for himself using his extensive knowledge of permaculture, following the permaculture principles.

Working as a volunteer here was probably… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2016

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with natural building ...)

Vicki

Vicki is fun, honest, loving, kind, knowledgeable friendly and open to any ideas you have. She works hard to create a sustainable life for herself, using her extensive knowledge of permaculture. She is extremely kind to her surroundings, making sure that any natural habitat is left undisturbed or left to its own devices. Her plot is… read more

(Excellent )

20/09/2014

Left by Workawayer () for host (A beach holiday Hostel and ...)

This was a very unique and exciting experience! It was my first workaway. I helped out during the low season, so things were quiet on the island. I loved my bamboo hut, listening to the sound of wildlife before sleeping but bring a torch as it can be dark. I worked for a few hours each day and then had time to explore the island and connect with… read more

(Very good )

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