麻豆社

The third and final episode of the series is set in the Iranian town of Meybod, famous for its traditional ceramics production. The desert soil of Iran lends itself to clay making and Iranian pottery has a long and distinguished history, dating back to at least the 8th century BC. Abdol Reza Aghaei was taught by his father Abbas Ali, a potter for over seventy years who still teases his son about who makes the best pots. Each day they travel to their workshop and diligently sculpt a vast array of everyday household objects. This episode follows Abdol and his father as they make a simple decorated water jug. From the clay making and moulding to the painting, glazing and baking, Abdol Reza and his father demonstrate a master class in the ancient art of Persian pottery. Competing with cheap Chinese imports, they sometimes struggle to make a living, but they share a dedication to keeping their traditions alive.