Brazilian Artist & Fashion Designer Based In California.

Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Marcia Silva is a contemporary artist known for her fashion creations and emotive watercolor, color pencil, and pencil portraiture. Her work merges realism with an ethereal sense of vulnerability, often capturing her subjects' quiet moments and inner worlds. Silva's practice explores human emotion, memory, and identity, grounded in her Brazilian heritage while reflecting universal themes.

Silva was drawn to the delicate and expressive nature of fine arts and fashion from an early age. She spent her childhood experimenting with the creation of dolls' clothing and drawing. Still, her exposure to the vibrant colors and textures of São Paulo's cosmopolitan landscapes would later influence her unique style. After moving from Brazil to California, Silva started painting initially under the guidance of Tom Tiedeman, followed by Martha Matthews and later Lola Juris, when she refined her technical skills in traditional drawing and painting.

Silva's use of watercolor and colored pencils is distinguished by her precise application of layers, which captures the softness and intensity of color. Her watercolor and colored pencil works are marked by meticulous detail, and each stroke adds texture and life to her subjects. Her pencil portraits are where she captures the depth and soul of her subjects with almost photographic realism. Silva's portraits explore themes of intimacy and vulnerability, often focusing on facial expressions and gestures that convey complex emotions. Her portraits invite the viewer to connect with the subject personally.

As an artist, she stresses the importance of patience, observation, and emotional connection in creating art. She believes in trusting her instincts and embracing the