PERCEPTION OF BRICK KILNS MANUFACTURERS TOWARDS THEIR PRODUCTION – ANALYSIS WITH REFERENCE TO MEKKIRIMANGALAM VILLAGE

potter uses clay to create works of art. There are a wide variety of clays to choose from each with
the own unique properties. The clay a potter chooses depends on what they want the finished
products to look and feel like. Many different tools are used in this profession, including carving
tools, modes, pottery wheels and kilns. After molding clay into a desired shape, the pottery maker
places it in a kiln, a specialized oven that dries and hardness the clay. After the piece has baked in
the kiln, it is removed, painted and then glazed. Basic artist ability is important and can be further
developed and refined over time and practice. Creativity is also important as a professional artist
must able to constantly come up with new ideas that are interesting, appealing, and unique. Many
potters are self-employed, and can usually set their own hours. They make money by selling their
works to individuals via art galleries, craft fairs, and personal studio shows rooms. Some also sell
their wares online. Typically, self - employed pottery makes have an art studio in which they do
their work.Rural small scale sector particularly brick kilins industry plays an important role in
rural economy. Hence this study, an attempt is made to analyze the Perception of Brick Kilns
Manufacturers towards their Production – Analysis with Reference to Mekkirimangalam Village