Marcia Poirier Shell Carver, previously known as Wildabout Wampum, is a unique business specializing in hand-carved jewelry and artistic compositions made from Quahog, Conch, and Abalone shells. Marcia meticulously carves, sands, and polishes each piece, revealing the natural beauty of the shell. Her collections include pendants, earrings, bracelets, and framed compositions. Marcia creates one-of-a-kind pieces by blending traditional carving techniques with her artistic vision.

Acadian artist Marcia Poirier from Moncton, New Brunswick, has spent the past 25 years transforming her creativity into a career in carving and crafting.

She discovered her passion in 2001 while exploring a local beach, where she found a shell and carved it into a heart-shaped pendant. That moment sparked a lifelong dedication to the delicate art of shell carving, turning quahog shells into unique and meaningful jewelry.

A premium master carver in Canada, Marcia is self-taught and uses grinders, saws, and hand-polishing techniques to transform quahog shells into exquisite pieces.

Her intricate designs and craftsmanship have gained international recognition, with features in publications and media across North America and Germany.

Today, as both an artist and small business owner, Marcia continues to craft each piece with precision and care, sharing the beauty of New Brunswick’s coastal treasures with customers across Canada and beyond. 

She is going to be our special guest speaker on Saturday August 29th

She’s also one of our vendors this year!

We’re sure you are going to love her and her stunning collection!