Marketplace - Oct. 17, 2005
Dark Star will shine with Rostagno's passion for ceramics
Ceramics have been a passion for Nicholas Rostagno, and he has spent years studying and perfecting his art. His studies and work have even taken him around the world. Now he is ready to settle back home and open a studio where he can share his love for pottery with the rest of the city.
Tags: Dark Star, Mio Bella, Rostagno, ceramics, Rebholz

Marketplace - Aug. 23, 2005
Gereau finds Milwaukee perfect for her colorful creations
Seeing a woman with some knitting needles or a stylish knit scarf may seem commonplace, but there's nothing common about by the knit items designed by Kristin Gereau, who returned from school out east to set up shop in her hometown.
Tags: Gereau, Underwood Gallery, knit, fashion, K.Gereau Textiles, Mio Bella, Lise & Kato

Marketplace - April 13, 2005
Mio Bella boutique boasts local artists' creations
If you need the perfect gift or a special something to spice up your home décor, an art boutique with "expressive accessories" and "artistic elements" may be just the place you need. Try the new Mio Bella in Brookfield to satisfy your extraordinary taste.
Tags: Mio Bella, Laura Staton, Julia Jaegersberg, Sendik's Towne Centre, boutique, home decor, art, art fairs, Lester Schwartz, Pablo Picasso, Jessey Vigue, Rita Tisser, Julie Feider-Grisar, mosaic, paintings, Feng Shui, Asian furniture