Narmin Bahmanova
Since childhood, I have always carried a sense of searching within me. I was a stubborn and strong-willed child, and that shaped my path in life. What draws me both to painting and to the art of tea is the harmony between tradition and personal expression. With the support of my family and friends, my tea journey began. Their encouragement, their admiration, and the joy they found in every cup showed me that when you truly want something, you can leave a mark in any field. When I chose this path, I was not simply picking a profession – I was following the voice of my soul.
I love creating things that carry stories within them, whether it is on a canvas or in a cup of tea. To me, every shade of color and every aroma of tea has its own meaning. Bringing emotions to people, making them reflect, or calming their hearts through my creations is my greatest joy. Being creative feels like opening the doors of my inner world to others – as if I am giving voice to the feelings inside me.
As a woman, finding a place in the creative field often comes with silent and invisible barriers. I have faced these challenges too: sometimes not being taken seriously, hearing words like "this is not a woman’s work," or constantly feeling the need to prove myself. But I never turned away from my path. I believed in my work, kept learning, and responded only through what I created. Every achievement showed me that if you listen to the voice inside you, nothing can stop you.
