Narmin Backus

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

International visual artist specializing in silk painting, fine art, and fashion design with over 20 years of teaching and exhibition experience across the United States and Europe. Certified All-Level Art Educator (PK–12). Known for expressive color work, elegant compositions, and live event painting at private, cultural, and church gatherings. Featured in national art publications and international exhibitions, including Paris and Baku.

EDUCATION

1990–1992
Private Study, Studio of Artist Arif Aziz

1992–1998
Bachelor’s Degree – Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Fine Arts
Major: Fashion Design
Minor: Painting & Drawing

2012
Undergraduate Course in Ceramics (Pottery) – Alvin Community College, USA

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

2007 – Texas Educator Certificate, All-Level Art Teacher (PK–12)
2013 – Becoming Kingdom Teacher Seminar, Houston, TX
2014 – ACSI Continuing Education Certificate
2014 – Arts for the Better Future Seminar, Dallas, TX
2018 – Hot Batik (Silk Painting Certificate), School of Modern Batik, Moscow, Russia

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1996–1998
Fashion Editor – Shams Women’s Magazine, Baku, Azerbaijan

2000–2001
Member – Wenson Lodge Art & Culture Center, Norwich, UK

2005–2018
Art Teacher – Christian Schools, Texas

• Guided students to award-winning placements in Houston Chamber of Commerce competitions, Mayor’s Office competitions, TAPPS, and school-organized exhibitions.
• Developed comprehensive art curriculum across multiple mediums.

2014–2018
Host – TV Art & Gospel Show “Sweet Conversations” (5 Seasons). Broadcasted in Iran, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and “Sweet Conversations” YouTube channel. 

Ongoing
Professional Visual Artist & Silk Painter

• Commissioned artwork
• Gallery exhibitions
• Art markets and festivals
• Live painting at private events, weddings, church gatherings, and cultural celebrations

SOLO EXHIBITIONS

2009 – Turkish Grill, Houston, TX
2023 – Russian Cultural Center, Baku, Azerbaijan

GROUP & JURIED EXHIBITIONS

1998 – Group Student Exhibition, Avant-garde Fashion Show

2003 – Juried Exhibition, Sharing Our Vision, Cleveland, OH

2007 – Juried Exhibition, Clear Lake Art Alliance, TX

2009 – Juried Exhibition, Works in Textile, Clear Lake Art Alliance, TX

January 15-18, 2019 – Group Exhibition, Maestro & Artists, Baku, Azerbaijan

March 9, 2021 – Online Women’s Exhibition, Action des Femmes: La Beauté du Printemps, Paris, France

March 23, 2021 – Online Women’s Exhibition (Curated by Asmar Narimanbekov), Paris, France

September 12-14, 2025 – Sawyers Yard, Winter Street Studios, Pet shelter Fundraising     exhibition

June 2021 – Les Salles du Carrousel – Art Shopping at the Louvre Museum, Paris, France

December 2021 – Group Exhibition, Galerie Beauté du Matin Calme, Paris, France

March 28, 2026 – Group Exhibition, Texas City Art Festival, Texas

May 8, 2026 – Solo Exhibition, Our Texas Art Gallery, Houston, TX

ART MARKETS & FESTIVALS

2022 – White Linen Nights Art Market, League City, TX

2023 –

• Galveston Arts & Crafts Show, Galveston Island, TX
• Celebrating Seabrook Arts & Crafts Market, Seabrook, TX
• Santa in the Park Arts & Crafts Market, Friendswood, TX

2024 –

• Galveston Arts & Crafts Show, Galveston Island, TX
• Celebrating Seabrook Arts & Crafts Market, Seabrook, TX

2025 –

BACS Craft Market – League City, TX

MEDIA FEATURES

March 2025 – Featured & Interviewed, Canvas Rebel Magazine
August 2025 – Featured & Interviewed, Bold Journey Magazine

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

2009 – Clear Lake Christian School Eagles Volunteer Award

SPECIALTIES

• Silk Painting (Batik Techniques)
• Fine Art & Mixed Media
• Fashion Illustration & Design
• Art Education (PK–12)
• Live Event Painting (Private & Church Events)
• Workshops & Art Classes