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Balettan : The Life of a Traditional Potter from Kerala | afterImages | Documentary

Meet Maakuttan Balan, a master potter from Kerala, India, who has dedicated 58 years of his life to the traditional craft of pottery. This documentary shares his compelling life story, from skipping school in 4th grade to help his ailing father to becoming a custodian of the Kulala community's family profession. Learn the intricate process of traditional Kerala pottery: from collecting clay near the hill during the dry months, storing it for a year, preparing the soil with sand, and shaping every pot by hand. Watch as he demonstrates the use of the Shaila wheel and the technique of beating the pots to strengthen them for cooking. Maakuttan Balan passionately speaks about the value of this work—allowing him to work from home and sustain his family, a good life built by getting his "hands dirty." This is a powerful story about heritage, life lessons, and the importance of passing on a traditional Indian craft to the next generation. Watch now to dive into the captivating world of Maakuttan Balan, a master potter from Kerala, About the Channel & Production After Images is a channel dedicated to finding real, unhurried stories. We travel across India to document local crafts, traditions, and processes, seeking fragments of life that reveal something deeper about the human experience. Production Team: Shot & edited by: Bibin Joseph Sound Recording: Vishnu P Sound Mixing: Sandeep Kurissery Producer & Script Direction: Abhina S Timestamps 00:28 Introduction to Maakuttan Balan: 58 Years of Pottery 01:34 Preparing the Clay Soil & The Pot-Making Process 04:43 The Story of Leaving School in 4th Grade 06:22 The Teacher's Wisdom: Life Skill vs. Academics 07:10 Selling Pots: Barter for Food 09:25 Why Pottery is a Good Profession for Today's Youth Connect with Us 🔔 If you like this video, share the video and spread the word. And if you are new to this channel, consider subscribing for more such short documentaries! 👍 Like this video if you appreciate our efforts to document unique traditions 💬 Comment below: Have you ever tried throwing clay on a potter's wheel? What was your experience like? #keralaculture #traditionalcrafts #indianpottery #afterimges #handmadepots #Kulala #earthenware #madeinindia #lifestory #kerala #pottery #tradition #people #handcraft #artisansofindia