Among the young artisans supported by ABAD is Senan Mammadov, a resident of Baku. Mammadov specializes in the art of artistic wood carving. His passion for this craft, which began in childhood, originated from his early engagement with drawing. He recalls:

“From my earliest memories, I have been drawing on anything that could hold a mark. I even thought I would become a painter as I grew older. My father, himself a woodcarver, began involving me in his work at a certain point, sparking my desire to master the intricacies of this craft.”

Mammadov notes that his first creations were wooden letters. Currently, he produces a variety of souvenirs and intricately designed boxes (mücrülər) for ABAD, which have garnered significant interest. He shares:

“Previously, we worked solely on commissions. What I disliked most was the lack of motivation when orders were scarce. Now, creating new pieces for ABAD and eagerly delivering them brings me immense satisfaction.”

Mammadov’s handcrafted works are showcased and available for purchase at ABAD’s ethno-boutiques.