CURRENT MISSION

Perpetual foreigner & Desperate romantic in constant sublimation and equilibration.

I'm here to:
To engage in understanding both the inner and outer world,
To reflect upon the intricacies of life,
To appreciate and perceive the inherent beauty,
To actively create and contribute to the world's beauty,
To prioritize caring, loving, and being a true friend.

ABOUT ME

Deeds not words!

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I refuse to pay to Couchsurfing team because for my opinion it goes against the core principles of hospitality and genuine cultural exchange. Demanding payment for a platform that is built on the spirit of generosity and selflessness is contradictory and undermines the true essence of connecting with people from different backgrounds. Couchsurfing should be a platform where individuals offer their homes and experiences out of goodwill, without the expectation of financial compensation. It is through these genuine acts of kindness that we can foster meaningful connections and promote a world where cultural exploration is accessible to all, regardless of their financial means.
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I enjoy being with my loved ones, creating philosophical concepts, and exploring the process of deconstructing these creations. I dedicate a lot of my time to my work and thrive on inventing new beautiful things. Spontaneity plays a significant role in my life, bringing excitement and adventure. I appreciate the joy of expressing my creativity and embracing the unexpected moments life has to offer.
Il mediocre non mi interessa, il bello lo conosco, vado alla ricerca del sublime.

2023
South Africa's study

2021-22-23
Perpetual Brazilian holiyears away from the Big World

2020
Very special Covid-19 lockdown experience in Brazil

2019
Several months in Venice by CS.
Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, France, Ukraine adventures

2018
Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Israel discovering

2017
Poland, Czechia, Austria, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, Morocco, Gibraltar, Spain, France, Romania, Moldova hitchhiking

2016
Turkey, Iran, Israel hitchhiking

2015
Hitchhiking in Asia
during 5 months... India, Thailand, Laos, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Russia. Five months of tent life :)

2014
Caucasus mountaineering (altitude 5000+), the spirit and body elevation in spite of the horrors of war

2013
Caucasus and Turkey hitchhiking through all ethnicities and nationalities

2010
Russian ancient cities - Golden Ring Hitchhiking (visited 24 Ancient Russian cities in one month)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I enjoy to help people discover the world

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I like to host people and to be guest. I've been using several International and Russian-speaking hospitality websites for hosting and for travel.
Some people from that web resources became a very important part of my life.
During the 2008-2018 years I hosted about 230-240 people.

Interests

I have a strong enthusiasm for people, constantly seeking out interesting personalities to learn from and explore new worlds. By immersing myself in their experiences, I am able to grow and expand my own knowledge and understanding. And overcome my fears!

I like to be engaged in outdoor activities such as climbing, mountaineering, freediving, scuba diving, hitchhiking, backpacking, and kitesurfing. These pursuits allow me to explore and connect with nature, pushing my physical limits.

In terms of intellectual interests, I deeply appreciate classical literature, fine arts, cinematography, theater, ballet, opera, ethnic and classical music, folk dances and costumes, art history, ethnography, history and philosophy. These subjects reflect my passion for culture, creativity, and the pursuit of knowledge.

I value uniqueness and authenticity in all aspects of life and have a strong aversion to clichés, banality, and platitudes.

Music, Movies, and Books

A lot ...
Independent Art House cinema:
Federico Fellini, Bernardo Bertolucci, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Andrei Tarkovsky, Ingmar Bergman, Tengiz Abuladze, Sergei Parajanov, Michelangelo Antonioni, Akira Kurosawa, Andrzej Wajda, Wim Wenders, Peter Greenaway, Krzysztof Kieślowski, Alexander Sokurov, Jim Jarmusch, Charlie Chaplin, Lars von Trier, Buster Keaton

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have come to realize that time is a consistent and relative concept, and it varies for each individual, even if we share the same biological cycle on our journey towards death.

I have poor eyesight.
When I stopped wearing glasses and started using contact lenses, it was the most tremendous change in my life.

"When I create a new piece, I always start with a prototype. My workshop is where I continually accumulate materials, components, and objects of all different kinds. I assemble, weld, bend, and shape. I need to feel the materials, to see how shapes interact with light. In this initial stage, there is no finalized object design, but rather a search for shapes and ideas. The idea of a light symphony on the relief surface guides me through my search for objects. I believe that only manual work, with its imperfections, gives a sense of living beauty, uniqueness, and authenticity to the material world of humanity."

Teach, Learn, Share

When I have an inspiration from my hosts or guests I like to draw their portraits.

I can tell you Odessa's history and show you the city origins - the catacombs.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My deep attenion to their personalities ...

Countries I’ve Visited

Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Brazil, China, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Hungary, India, Iran, Israel, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Morocco, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Cyprus, Italy, Russian Federation, Ukraine