23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
“Perfect size”

“Perfect size” She is a traditional clay pot maker and continues her profession in spite of several odds. Although the returns are meagre, she engages in her work and conveys a a sense of happiness and contentment.Here she demonstrates her acumen by making a pot to perfect size as demonstrated by measuring the diameter with a coconut leaf stick cut to correct size.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 06.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Trivandrum, India
Camera: iPhone 14 Pro
Copyright: © Raman Kutty K V