Isa Tenuta

Isa Tenuta is a ceramic artist and instructor based in Chicago, IL. Her journey in ceramics has been largely self-directed and deeply influenced by the vibrant clay community in Austin, TX, where she first discovered her love for the craft. Haphazard Ceramics was created as a reflection of her spontaneous production methods, embracing a playful approach to her craft.

 

Her work is characterized by bold, organic forms, resulting from her exploration of both traditional wheel-throwing and intuitive handbuilding techniques. Rather than striving for perfect symmetry, she listens to and engages with the clay, allowing intuition to guide her creative process. In recent years, her focus has shifted from wheel-thrown pieces to larger sculptural vessels and ceramic furniture.