I loved taking photographs of tea-making during my time in India – maybe because the chai wallahs seem able to turn just a simple act into such an atmospheric art form, in a totally unpretencious way.
It also brings back very fond memories as one of my favourite experiences was sipping a tiny cup of this brew on the streets of India while watching the daily drama of life around me; and maybe chatting to some friendly and curious folks at the same time. Who’d have thought that a 5 rupee purchase (less than 5p) could bring so much joy!
If I’ve whetted your appetite, I have another chai picture here, and a similar image also features in the short video montage that I have put to music.
An Enchanted Eye 
I love this! Beautifully captured :)
P.S. Just checked out your video on youtube… loved it, beautiful images accompanied by beautiful music! What’s the name of that piece of music?
Thanks Tracey! The music is by Enya and is called Only Time. It’s beautiful I know.
There are stories of people who make and sell a beverage that is generally served to guests at home. Why do they come into the profession and how do they pass the inheritance on…
It’s because they are mindful