Today we’d like to introduce you to Amenta B..
Hi Amenta, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My path hasn’t been linear—it’s been organic, much like the plants I work with. I’ve always been drawn to creation in its many forms: art, sound, design, and nature. Early on, I expressed that through sewing, graphic design, and vocal music, but plants were always quietly present in my life as a source of grounding, healing, and curiosity.
Over time, that curiosity deepened into study—learning how plants interact with the body, the land, and our emotional and spiritual lives. I began making herbal teas for myself and those around me, then natural perfumes as a way to capture memory, mood, and meaning without synthetic shortcuts. What started as personal practice slowly became something others connected to and asked for.
WildFlower Forest grew out of that space—out of a desire to create with integrity, to honor traditional plant knowledge, and to reconnect people to beauty that feels alive and intentional. Today, my work sits at the intersection of natural perfumery, herbal tea artistry, regenerative plant education, and sensory storytelling. I see it less as a destination I arrived at and more as a living practice—one that continues to evolve as I do.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. Building something rooted in integrity, slowness, and care in a world that often rewards speed and shortcuts comes with real challenges. There were moments of uncertainty—financial pressure, limited resources, and periods where I had to hold faith in the work before there was visible validation.
Another challenge was learning to trust my own pace and vision. I didn’t fit neatly into existing categories, and for a long time I questioned whether being multidisciplinary—working with plants, art, scent, and sound—was a strength or a liability. Over time, I realized it was the very thing that made the work honest and distinct.
There were also practical struggles: learning how to scale without compromising values, sourcing responsibly, and balancing creative energy with the realities of running a business. But each challenge clarified my why. It taught me patience, discernment, and the importance of building something that can grow sustainably—just like a living ecosystem.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
My work lives at the intersection of natural perfumery, herbal tea artistry, regenerative plant knowledge, and sensory design. I create botanical perfumes and tea blends using whole plants and traditional methods, but just as important to me is the education and storytelling that surrounds them. Alongside this, I actively work as an artist across fashion, music, and visual art, allowing these disciplines to inform and enrich one another.
I specialize in translating plants into sensory experiences—scent, taste, and ritual—that invite people to slow down and reconnect with themselves and the natural world. Whether it’s a fragrance, a tea, or a teaching moment, the intention is always the same: to create something that feels alive, thoughtful, and rooted in respect for the land.
What I’m most proud of is building WildFlower Forest with integrity—without chasing trends or compromising the process. Everything is created with care, from how the plants are grown and sourced to how the final experience is shared. I’ve stayed committed to quality, transparency, and regeneration, even when it would have been easier to take shortcuts.
What sets me apart is my ability to bridge disciplines. I don’t separate art from science, or beauty from function. I bring together plant biology, design, and spirit to create work that isn’t just consumed, but felt and remembered. That multidisciplinary approach allows me to offer something slower, deeper, and more intentional in a world that often moves too fast.
So maybe we end on discussing what matters most to you and why?
What matters most to me is integrity—being in right relationship with the land, with the materials I work with, and with the people who experience the work. I care deeply about creating in a way that honors where things come from and how they’re made, rather than rushing toward an outcome or trend.
I’m also guided by the importance of presence. Slowing down, paying attention, and creating space for people to reconnect—with themselves, with nature, and with their own intuition—feels essential in a world that constantly pulls us away from those things. Plants teach us that everything meaningful takes time, and I try to let that wisdom shape both my process and my life.
Ultimately, what matters most is creating work that feels truthful and alive—work that supports regeneration rather than extraction, and leaves people feeling more connected than when they arrived.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.wildflowersforest.com
- Instagram: afro.empress
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amentabcutliff/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@wildflower.forest
