Path to Now

Marcia has loved creating things since she was a child. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, she grew up in a household filled with artists. Her father, Mario Brasini, a well-known Brazilian playwright, was her biggest supporter. “Dad and I just adore each other. I remember the joy he felt with each of my new creations. There was so much love and respect for every step of my development. It felt as if creativity bound us together, and we vibrated on the same wavelength, making my explorations a comfortable place to be. His unconditional support for my artistic growth set the tone for my fearless dedication to a career in the visual arts,” Marcia recalls. After high school, she enrolled in the art program at Bennett University in Rio de Janeiro, where she developed a passion for sculpting.

Marcia's first art studio, 1983.

Before graduating, Marcia had already established her first art studio. Success came quickly, and in the following years, her sculptures were sold in galleries throughout the country.

 

Her work enabled her to showcase her art abroad and led her to set up a studio and permanent residency in the United States. Although Marcia struggled to find an audience for her work in the U.S. for many years, she persevered, participating in juried shows up and down the East Coast. Over the years, her creative process evolved, and she transitioned into silversmithing, becoming a jewelry maker. To further enhance her skills, she became a registered gemologist specializing in gem identification. In 1990, Marcia and her husband, Fred Fowler, opened a studio/showroom in New Oxford, where she created and sold her pieces. After 19 years, the couple had the chance to move their shop to Gettysburg. The challenging years prior became etched in her soul, giving her a profound sense of gratitude for her current success. When Marcia speaks about her journey, you can hear the passion and gratitude in her voice. This passion and gratitude are reflected in every piece of jewelry she creates.

She also participated in the "Art is Investment" program on Brazilian national television in 1988, where she was interviewed in Portuguese.

Artist Statement

Thanks to your support, I am able to create the unique designs you see in our shop. Throughout every working hour, I handcraft jewelry pieces meant to bring you joy and positive energy. That is my sole focus—no distractions. I work exclusively with the purest .925 sterling silver and construct each piece by hand using traditional techniques. Every gemstone I use is tested in our gem lab to ensure quality. Each workday is a joyful new adventure, from imagining a design to bringing it to life as a piece you can wear. There are no shortcuts or quick fixes in my craft. Every hour spent at the workbench is devoted to meticulously creating each jewelry piece with an emphasis on durability and lasting wear. Thank you for welcoming my work into your life. I hope you can find the perfect piece in my designs that helps you love yourself a little more each time you wear it!

Marcia Brasini-Fowler