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Kara Pendl
Specialities: Business Development, Operational Efficiency, Branding, Project Management
Kara Pendl is a talented ceramicist and entrepreneur who founded Karacotta Ceramics in 2017. She is a multi-passionate creative who has pursued various career paths before dedicating herself to ceramics full-time. Her professional journey includes:
- Working in retail sales and buying
- Co-owning a yoga studio
- Owning a software development company
- Creating Karacotta Ceramics, a handmade ceramics brand
Professional Background: Pendl was introduced to ceramics in high school and initially considered it just a hobby. She believed art couldn't be a full-time career, but eventually realized her true passion lay in creating functional, artistic ceramic pieces.12 Her diverse professional experiences in retail, technology, and yoga have uniquely positioned her to build a successful art business.
Creative Approach: Her ceramic work is characterized by:
- Nature-inspired color palettes
- Functional, everyday ceramics
- Unique forms and playful designs
- Collections inspired by landscapes like national parks, sunsets, and deserts2
Additional Ventures: Beyond Karacotta Ceramics, Pendl has launched other creative businesses:
- 100k Creative: A consulting firm helping artists develop their businesses
- Broad Studios: A female art collective providing creative production space2
Currently, she operates Karacotta Ceramics from Lake Tahoe, offering handmade, small-batch pottery and ceramic workshops.3
