Chinese Porcelain Center
As the sun sets on the bustling streets of Yaoli, China, the sound of propane tank deliveries echoes through the city. Though the harmonies of resilience may seem beautiful to some, to others, they are a haunting reminder of the daily struggles faced by the hardworking citizens. The clanging of metal tanks and the hiss [...]
The day I met Toby and Dingdong at a Chinese porcelain sink factory started with a bumpy ride in what I believe was an old Datsun-like car from the 1980s. I could feel every bump and pothole on the mostly dirt road that led us out to the factory. The car was far from luxurious, [...]
As I peered out my window in Jingdezhen, China, I caught sight of a group of women tending to a garden in the middle of the night. Despite the late hour, they worked tirelessly, their movements graceful yet determined as they tended to each plant with loving care. As I watched, I was struck by [...]