I am currently pursuing my research degree (ancient philosophy and classical reception) in KU Leuven. I am also fond of painting and writing novels.

I don't accept male guests since I have only one room. I am also not interested in dating offers. However, if you need help or advice, I would be happy to help you. I understand that sometimes it can be confusing during your first days.

I can also help you with all the practical matters regarding studying philosophy in KU Leuven.

I do not live very close to the city centre, so please take this into account.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to meet friendly people during my trips, who also share my interests :) Also I would like to practice my Russian and French, to become either an unhappy artist in France or a writer in Russia.

Interests

• literature
• painting
• art history
• philosophy
• cinema
• metaphysics
• ancient history
• writing novels
• heidegger
• hermeneutics

Music, Movies, and Books

I am interested in postmodern literature as well as in sacred ancient texts. I am more interested in genuine hermeneutics than in a simple analysis.
My favourite authors include Jorge Luis Borges, Herman Hesse, Maurice Blanchot and Heidegger.

From movies: Tarkovsky, Bergman, Antonioni, Bunuel, Werner Herzog, Siergiej Paradżanow. My favourite movies include L'avventura, Repulsion, Ulysses Gaze and Andriej Rublev.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Spent my youth in the library

Teach, Learn, Share

I desperately need to learn ancient greek for philosophical purposes. I am also learning how to play the harp.
Because very few people can do this I would be happy to hear your stories from you.

I can teach you painting techniques as well, or we can exchange ideas.
I am introverted but love long conversations.

Of course, I will provide you with food and advice.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, England, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, Poland, Spain, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, Netherlands, Poland