A: The companion who brings together art, culture, good conversation, and incredible physical chemistry into one package. 😜

A: I’m the guy who loves staying with locals, learning their language, discovering where and what they eat, where they make art. I want to see how different communities structure their lives - what they prioritize, how they define success and happiness.

It is the same curiosity that drives my art - I want to understand how people really live. Those experiences always filter back into my work in unexpected ways. Nothing sparks creativity like seeing the world through completely different eyes.

I’m definitely a deep-dive traveler rather than someone checking off destinations. Whether traveling solo or with others, quality over quantity, always.

A: Many say I emit a calming energy. That even amongst the most energetic, chaotic, people-filled events (e.g. dance parties), people tell me that being around me calms and balances them. I think it stems from how I process the world around me. 🤓

A: I love facial hair of all kinds. The look, the texture, the smell, the feel, everything about it. Mustaches, beards, goatees, scruff, you name it. Makes me glad I’m gay. 🙈

A: My nipples are extremely, extremely sensitive—wired pretty much. So if you’re into nipples, chest worship, or nipple play you’re in luck because mine are VERY responsive. When they are played with gently, I start dripping. Drives me nuts. You’ll definitely have fun with them, if you are into that. 😉

A: My TV collects dust—I’ve turned it on maybe three times this year. I’m exaggerating, of course, but not by much! Not that I’m anti-screen; I just never think of turning it on when I’m alone unless I’m genuinely excited about binging something specific or playing video games.

Usually, I’m cooking, reading, catching up on podcasts, drawing, painting, or practicing new skills. When I’m with company, I gravitate toward activities where we’re building something together—attempting a new recipe, exploring restaurants, working out together, collaborating on creative projects, go on long walks and discuss things, or discovering hidden corners of the city.

I love setting loose parameters for a hangout and letting things unfold naturally.

A: Fresh home-cooked meals daily (Chinese, Korean, and Thai cuisine) and the consistency at the gym—nothing fancy.

Food is the foundation of everything for me. My sleep quality, creative endurance, daily mood, and my workout performance all stem from what I put on my plate. I view food as medicine, and there are no shortcuts. We truly are what we consume.

For fitness, I keep it simple but consistent. I love combining functional movements like kettlebells with targeted machine work—it is all about proportions and balance.

A: I’m obsessed with books that completely rewire how I think. Recently I read “Why We Sleep” by Matthew Walker and it changed my life. Essentially, it is an instruction manual for the third of our lives we live horizontally that nobody ever explained to us. After reading it, I restructured my entire day around sleep optimization and gained back energy I did not even know I had lost. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Then there is “The Sirens’ Call” by Chris Hayes about how companies hijack our minds in the attention economy. Mind-blowing stuff about why we can’t put our phones down and what it is doing to our brains.

I guess I’m addicted to those moments when you realize you’ve been doing something completely wrong your whole life, or when someone pulls back the curtain on how the world actually works.

A: Honestly? In that moment, I don’t know if I’d naturally think to talk about myself. I’d likely be more curious about what you’re experiencing and what the scene is doing to you—what you’re noticing that I might be missing. If it’s a starlit evening, I’d probably be thinking about how small we are in the vastness of it all and how lucky we are to be alive, in good company, and aware enough to take it all in. Staring up at the night sky has always been one of my favorite ways to have conversations—somehow the blackness of space is humbling and opens up my mind.

A: I’m an exceptional listener. I am genuinely curious about your story—what drives you. I’ve been told, especially from straight/bi/curious men, that I bring a calm, grounded energy that makes them feel safe to be their authentic selves around me.

Being able to create this safe space, I believe, comes from my own journey of learning to be vulnerable.

A: I’m an artist and a creative powerhouse. If you’re looking to explore art in a hands-on way, practice your own artwork with me as your muse, or you’re seeking guidance on reigniting your creativity, I’m your guy. I have over two decades of art training, I’m well-versed in figurative work, landscapes, still life, and conceptual art—across traditional, digital, and new media.

I also offer private art lessons—in case you've always wanted to learn how to draw or paint. I have a knack for breaking down complicated concepts into simple, practical steps. So if you’re new to art, you’ll be in good hands.

Now if you’re a seasoned creator or collector, we’ll have lots to talk about and explore together.

And it doesn’t stop there. We can weave in museum visits, gallery openings, fine dining at any restaurants you’ve been eyeing, design walks, or shopping excursions, if you so please. We can discuss all the art over steaks and oysters on the half shell. I promise you fresh perspectives! :P

Let’s create something fun & wild and see what our brains are made of!

A: Authentic conversations, my art tools, close-knit community & culture, plenty of exercise, and most importantly, getting 8 hours of deep sleep every night. Historically, if I get 8 hours of sleep, anything is possible.

A: It’s ongoing but being an artist, I love helping others reconnect with themselves through creativity. We live in a world that often demands us to compartmentalize who we are, squeezing ourselves into molds that stifle our creativity. Along the way, many of us lose touch with that essential part of ourselves. And I love watching people rediscover those parts of themselves. It’s such a beautiful thing to be a part of.

A: Slow living—thoughtful living. My life philosophy is simple: we are the sum of what we pay attention to. In a rushed society where everything is go-go-go, we’re too busy teleporting from A to B, missing everything in between. To me, it’s the small moments that make life interesting—the ones hidden in the details, if we allow ourselves to notice them.

A: 100% my curiosity. It drives me to ask questions that push me to think outside the box. Those questions often lead me to uncover life’s endless intricacies. I wouldn’t be who I am today without all the questions I’ve asked along the way. 😉