esa Arts moved to Birmingham two years ago and,
at their new location on East Maple Road, they've
expanded to include merchandise beyond Native
American art and fine crafts.
"We decided to incorporate more fine crafts and accessories
from all over the country," says co-owner Ellen Rontal, who
owns the store with her sister-in-law Sue Rontal.
Mesa Arts now showcases furniture, ceramic and glass
designs in addition to many new lines of jewelry. The
Rontals shy away from mass-produced items and prefer
unusual designs.
"We look for hand-crafted, unique pieces," adds Ellen.
Artist Donna Polseno's ceramic vases in celadon, turquoise,
brick and white are part of their new merchandise. "Her work
has a retro '50s look," says Ellen.
Shimmering with light and color, elegant handblown candle-
sticks and vases by Studio Paran are also available at Mesa Arts.
"We rotate the designers constantly," notes Ellen. "There are so
many fine craftsmen in this country."
— Carla Schwartz

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