Man promotes retired father’s handmade pots
After many years of hard work and not having time for your personal enrichment, the freedom that retirement seems to offer is like a dream come true. But finally having the ability to relax all day, every day isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Some seniors are compelled to keep staying active, especially those who like to create things.
The story of a recently retired man who has been spending his days in his home pottery studio went viral on Twitter when his son lovingly shared a few photos.
A proud son shares photos of his father’s home studio
Image credit: @andiramdani
On 9th August 2020, Twitter user @andiramdani shared several photos of his father. Recently retired, his father decided to transform his backyard into a makeshift art studio. In an effort to remain active in his advanced years, Andi’s father is currently setting up a small business that focuses on handmade planters.
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Amazed by his father’s dedication and talent, Andi enthusiastically promoted the different types of planters or pots that his father has made. Andi also feels that boosting his father’s new business on social media is his way of thanking his father for using his pension fund to help pay for his wedding.
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The pots look like small mountain ranges, making them unique works of art that not only come in different sizes, but also in a variety of shapes. They range from Rp. 50,000 (~USD3) to Rp. 200,000 (~USD14) and are currently available for sale.
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If you love gardening – a hobby that many people seem to have picked up over the quarantine – Andi encourages you to visit his father’s studio in Cinere to browse through the collection of finished pots or planters in person.
To order your own, you can DM @andirmandani on Twitter. But since these pots take time to make, he notes that you will need to wait at least a week for each to be completed before you can decorate your own home with them.
Netizens are not only supportive, but also give tips and tricks
The overwhelmingly positive response from netizens shows that people are generally moved by those who try their best to pursue their own passions. Some Twitter users also shared tips for the retiree’s budding business.
Image credit: @andiramdani
In response to the original post, @Lajuuuuujln suggested that the pots be stuffed with newspaper or cloth and packed using wooden frames so that they don’t move about in transit.
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@FaizMunandar, on the other hand, was wondering if the pots are available on Tokopedia as he would like to browse online. Andi responded by saying that an online shop is currently in the works.
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Meanwhile, @Ladsna_ was moved by Andi’s story as it reminded her of her late father. She ended her tweet by saying that she would also like to buy a pot.
Keeping the spirit of creativity alive
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Stories like Andi’s definitely boost the spirit, as it reminds us that age is not a factor when it comes to creativity. Some start young, while others get the opportunity when they’re older. In difficult times such as this pandemic, we all need to encourage and support each other’s new pursuits.
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Cover image adapted from: @andiramdani
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