Kit

From: United States

Account Type
Individual account
Travelling to
Georgia, Turkey
Travel dates
01/10/2017 - 18/12/2021
Nº of Facebook friends
285
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My status
Travelling
Description
Hey there! I am a traveling artist who is currently taking time to explore all that I can and meet other like-minded adventurers and new friends. I am heavily inspired by the many wonderful individuals I meet along the way, as well as the beautiful and ever changing surroundings I've been so fortunate to encounter so far. I have a BFA in Illustration degree from the Columbus College of Art and Design under my belt, and still enjoy creating on a daily basis. Though art is my primary love and drive (and I'm generally always working on personal art commissions in my free time), I am in the process of trying to find a balance to where I can step out of my comfort zone and encounter new, wonderful people and experience some authentic cultural exchange. I've been really thankful for the opportunities that Workaway has provided me in this regard, so far, and my primary aim is to become more fully immersed in the lives and cultures of those whom I may come in contact with. I consider myself to be a very open and hard-working person, and love to explore!
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Being an elderly companion
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Language practice
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
Being a professional artist, my primary skills are traditional drawing and painting, as well as painting both interior and exterior art murals. I can also place photography (with my own equipment provided only when I'm in the U.S.) under my tool belt, as well as some creative software, general art and design knowledge like logos, covers and posters, social media and blogging. Other skills that I've had a lot of past experience with (especially over these past two years) gained from my free time and other volunteer work include gardening, hosting in guest houses, house cleaning/ tending to guests (especially for hostels and Airbnb rooms), animal care and beekeeping. I'd also say I'm quite the pro at bug picking, frog catching, duck herding and turkey whispering. :)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Age
27
Nationality
American
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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27/11/2018

Left by host (Come and lend a hand at our ...) for Workawayer (Kit)

Kit!
Can definitely not be described in some words.
You really need to take the opportunity to get to know here.
She is wonderful in many ways.
She has a big heart and so much talents, so I guess she will be able to help anywhere!
While she's there, don't miss the change to bye a piece of art!!
Kit, we hope to see you again!!
Big kisses from… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host for (Come and lend a hand at our ...)

One of the most amazing workaway experiences I've ever had! My heart is still in the process of mending itself after I left beautiful Gent, and I'm so happy to have made some amazing life-long friends here. Iris, Sander, Andries and the whole gang will always have a place in my heart, and I didn't want to leave because of them! I stayed here for a… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2018

Left by host (Stay in Amsterdam and help ...) for Workawayer (Kit)

Hi Kit, here is my second attempt to leave you your well deserved feedback ;)
I have loved every day and every minute of when you stayed with us. Not only because you worked your :asterisk_symbol::asterisk_symbol::asterisk_symbol: off, but because you are a pleasure to be around. I learned a lot from you, had good talks and I was so sad to see you… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host for (Stay in Amsterdam and help ...)

Refke, I can't tell you enough how much I enjoyed my time with you, sweet Isa, and the two rambunctious fuzz balls! I instantly felt like a part of the family the moment I arrived to their home, and loved every minute spent with these sweethearts. Refke is such a generous and loving human, and I enjoyed spending time with her and having our long… read more

(Excellent )

10/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kit)

Kit was such a great help.
She kept the high standard all the time in this guesthouse.
and was an excellent co-host.
She was is a perfect workawayer .. always ready to help.
She is kind, lovely and helpful.
She is a great artist with an excellent taste for art.
We talked a lot of art .. and she inspired me and my art projects.
Thank you Kit for… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host for (Help needed in June, July and ...)

I think everyone, deep down, has some sort of list in the back of their mind of their all time favorite humans in the world, and I guarantee that Helgi is on that list for everyone who has ever had the wonderful opportunity to meet him! He is an amazingly talented artist (and musician!), so much fun to talk to, and was extremely accommodating.… read more

(Excellent )

29/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host for (Guest House Helper in High ...)

I can not express enough how much I enjoyed my time here in Marfa with Genevieve and her sweet kitty, Little Face! Genevieve is hands down one of the most generous and accommodating hosts I've ever had the pleasure to have, and she makes it a priority to make you feel at home in her beautiful house and community. She is a very warm and open… read more

(Excellent )

29/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Kit)

Kit is an amazing human being. She is overtly kind and extremely considerate. Plus very intelligent, creative, and intuitive. Kit is an empathetic listener, easy company, and a perfect housemate. She does every task, no matter how small, with dedication and precision. Kit expertly cleaned my guest house suites on a rigid schedule, created gorgeous… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2017

Left by host (Artist Studio Nature ...) for Workawayer (Kit)

KIT, A angel working in the workaway system, is ideal for anyone who appreciates an educated, mannerism conduct, conscious awareness and purely loving. My first and last impression is purely positive. Kit takes pride in her work, goes
beyond herself to make the most quality of the work needed. Kit takes care of herself in all responsibilities, no… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host for (Artist Studio Nature ...)

When I arrived to Kathleen's to begin my two week stay, I instantly felt at ease and as if I have walked into a familiar and loving safe haven. Kathleen is one of the warmest and most inspiring of creatives you can get to know, and she continuously radiates compassion and understanding at all times. My primary task was to photograph the exterior… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2017

Left by host (Live with a family with ...) for Workawayer (Kit)

Kit spent the month of August with us, the hottest month of the year. She never once complained about anything we asked of her even spending hours on a ladder or on her knees painting porch railings, ceilings and window frames. She does good work with attention to detail.. She was cheerful, useful, polite, a good communicator, excelent company… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host for (Live with a family with ...)

I can't express enough how wonderful my month-long stay with Rj and Bruce had been. The accommodations were excellent, and I was extra spoiled being the only guest there at the time, so I had them all to myself! Their home and property are both gorgeous and well-maintained, with a massive raised bed garden that Rj so graciously tends to on a… read more regular basis. She is so creative with the meals she makes, and is always sure to incorporate the fresh fruits and veggies she picks from her own garden. They are very open and relaxed about what chores we choose to pursue at the house (depending on what is pressing), and were very considerate of my personal needs as well, which I really appreciated. The primary chores I focused on while there were helping to clean the cottage they rent out to other guests, as well as painting the exterior of the house. August probably wasn't the best month of choice to come visit Savannah with it's extreme heat and frequent thunderstorms, so the outdoor work was a little limited during my stay (which was fine by me!). But luckily, the weather didn't stop us from all the fun boat rides, kayaking, biking, and continuous exploring of the town of Savannah. You would not believe the extensive amount of information RJ's brilliant mind can retain, because that woman can tell you the entire story and history behind everything in that town. She is such an intelligent and interesting person to get to know, and was always more than willing to teach me about her homestead processes involving her chickens, guineas and gardens, the local wildlife, her cooking methods, and so much more. I was also very fortunate to have such understanding and accommodating hosts during this busy month of my art career. They had a beautiful sun room where I was permitted to set up my painting station, and they were both very encouraging of my work during these stressful times in my life. RJ is an AMAZING musician, and Bruce is an artist as well! I really hope they'll be able to find more time in between their busy schedule to keep on creating because they owe it to themselves to take a break from their constant upkeep of the property. Thanks guys for the wonderful experience! I learned so much from the both of you and felt that I really grew as a person. Can't wait to visit again the next time I swing through the area!

(Excellent )

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