Sedat Altunbaş Officer | Poet & Amateur Photographer | Passionate Traveller

officer living in Istanbul,combined with a creative spirit as a published poet and amateur photographer. I enjoy engaging with people from different cultures and sharing experiences. Skilled in community engagement, crisis management, and capturing compelling images

Poet | Self-Published & Local Literary Journals | 2015–Present • Write and perform original poetry in Turkish, exploring themes of nature, resilience, and cultural heritage. • Organised and hosted community poetry readings.

Amateur Photographer | Freelance | 2012–Present • Capture landscapes, architecture, and portraits; extensive portfolio of Istanbul sunrises/sunsets and Ordu’s mountains and rivers. • Exhibited selected works in local art cafés and online galleries. • Manage altunbassedat.sf social media account, sharing travel and street photography. • Open to meeting visitors in Istanbul for photo sessions and local tours when time allows.

EDUCATION Social Science teacher Balıkesir | 2010 Certificate in Digital Photography |Photography Academy | 2021

SKILLS • Law Enforcement & Public Safety • Crisis & Risk Management • Community Policing • Creative Writing & Poetry • DSLR/Mirrorless Photography • Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop • Travel Planning & Cultural Engagement • Turkish (Native), English (Fluent)

INTERESTS Talking with people from different backgrounds, cultural exchange, traveling abroad, photography, writing poetry, reading books.

GOALS I started my journey to travel the world last year. My goal is to explore every corner of the globe while improving my English along the way. I believe that beautiful friendships and kind connections are powerful tools for meaningful travel. The world is small, but people are greater.

REFERENCES Available upon request.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Here’s a natural and meaningful English paragraph you can use for your Couchsurfing profile under “Why I’m on Couchsurfing”:

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I’m on Couchsurfing because I love meeting people from different cultures, sharing stories, and creating real connections. I believe travel is not just about seeing places, but about the people we meet along the way. As someone living in Istanbul, I enjoy showing visitors around, taking photos together, and exchanging cultural experiences. My dream is to travel the world, and Couchsurfing helps me start that journey—one friendship at a time. The world is small, but people are great.

Interests

All

• writing
• reading
• travelling
• taking pictures

Music, Movies, and Books

Pop,rap,all books ,adventures and horror

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

İ dont know i wait i see

Teach, Learn, Share

Turkish ,English,picture

What I Can Share with Hosts

İşte Couchsurfing profiline uygun, “What I can offer hosts” (Ev sahiplerine ne sunabilirim?) bölümü için İngilizce bir öneri:

What I Can Offer Hosts
I can offer good company, respectful communication, and interesting conversations about culture, life, and travel. I'm tidy, calm, and always appreciate the hospitality I receive. I love cooking simple Turkish meals and would be happy to share one with you if you're curious about our cuisine. I can also take professional-style photos of you or your city, and help with anything you might need during my stay. Most importantly, I bring a warm heart and open mind.

Countries I’ve Visited

Denmark, Hungary

Countries I’ve Lived In

Turkey