Join a vibrant art space and help create a pollinator paradise in Picton, Canada

Infos

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  Description

  I am an illustrator and fibre artist living on a 2.5 acre "farm" property in West lake, Prince Edward County, Ontario. The property is situated a 5 minute drive to Sandbanks Provincial park in West Lake, where there are multiple trails and world class light sand beaches!. A 15 minute drive to Wellington or Picton (both charming towns that have shopping and restaurants). My property has a 2 bedroom brick house and a smaller 1 bedroom coachhouse that I use for an art studio. There is a barn, 2 firepits and a small forest walk.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Aide dans une ferme

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Ferme

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Vie en van

  

  Culture

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Végétarien ou végan

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Animaux

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Jardinage

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Musique

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Art et design

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Randonnée

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Nature
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  I’m an illustrator, graphic recorder, and fibre artist living in a beautiful rural area with a surprisingly vibrant arts community. My professional work focuses on transforming complex conversations and ideas into engaging visual stories, and my personal studio practice includes felt-making and rug hooking.
  
  I love hosting people who are curious, creative, and open to both learning and sharing. As a host, I offer a warm, collaborative home environment where creativity and conversation are part of everyday life. I’m happy to share aspects of my art practice — from illustration and visual storytelling to hands-on fiber techniques — and I enjoy informal skill-sharing sessions in the studio. If you’re interested in creative work, you’ll have the opportunity to observe, ask questions about freelance life, and even experiment with materials. I especially welcome guests who bring their own creative practices or skills, as I deeply value mutual inspiration. Cultural exchange is important to me.
  
  I can provide meals, and I would love for cooking to be something we share. I’m very interested in expanding my culinary repertoire and would enjoy learning recipes from your culture or family traditions. In return, I’ll share some of my own favourite dishes and local ingredients. I see shared meals as one of the most meaningful ways to exchange culture, stories, and perspectives. In terms of daily life, I welcome help with garden work, seasonal outdoor projects, and general property upkeep.
  
  This exchange would suit someone who enjoys being outside as well as engaging in creative or community-oriented experiences. Beyond the home, there’s plenty to explore. I’m an avid hiker and would love to introduce you to some of my favourite local trails. There’s a bicycle, SUP board, and kayak available for use. I can also connect you to local beekeeping through close contacts. The area has a lively arts and cultural scene, with events at Basecamp 31 and dances at the Hayloft Dance Hall, plus numerous wineries and breweries nearby (one is right next door). There are clubs, gatherings, and community events throughout the year.
  
  Overall, I hope to host someone who is open-minded, communicative, and interested in genuine exchange — someone who sees this not just as a place to stay, but as a shared creative and cultural experience.

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  Aide

  I am looking for someone who is able to do 2 main types of activities. #1. Garden work and landscaping/groundskeeping for a relatively small (non-commercial) home garden : This will entail digging garden beds, preparing soil, planting, watering and weeding. I am interested in eco-friendly gardening practices and creating a pollinator field to help combat invasive species. There will be yard clean up, tree trimming and other yard work. and #2. Cleaning/Moving: I am embarking on a massive barn clean up which will mean removing a lot of junk, moving items (some large) and cleaning. There may be house cleaning required as well. At times I will be working with you on these tasks.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant

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  Hébergement

  You will have your own loft space with private bathroom in the coachhouse. There are 2 queen sized beds and a 2 piece bathroom upstairs. There is a shared bathroom with shower on main floor (in my studio). The coachhouse will be only used by myself during the day between 9-5 pm), but not every day. There is a kitchenette with sink, 2 burner stovetop and fridge. The rest of the time it will be all yours! bedding will be provided, and a tv and internet is also included. There is a sunroom and firepit behind the coachhouse with outdoor furniture which will be primarily yours to use.

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  Autres infos...

  Strictly on-smoking indoor spaces.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  The internet is generally good but not always super fast. I may have something better in place by May.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  No cats, but well behaved dogs are fine.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

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