Azerbaijan: hands of Sheki

Sheki is a mosaic of hands and heritage. In every thread woven, every piece of fur or clay shaped, lives the quiet persistence of a people. Craft here is a living presence. The click of wooden tools, the shimmer of shebeke glass, the sweet scent of halva from the ovens, all speak of deep-rooted tradition. And behind each door, generous artisans welcomed me with patience and pride, sharing their time, their stories, and the beauty of their craft.
Their humility, their calm presence and the spark in their eyes when showing me their skills touched me deeply.