At her sweet husband's prodding, Deb Collins embarked on the world of watercolor in June of 1988. Russ' many years of experience in the art and framing business gave him the instinct to see something more in the graphic design work his new bride worked at daily for one of Chattanooga, Tennessee's leading ad agencies.

Fate would move the couple back to Statesboro, GA. In the summer of 1988 Deb began to study watercolor at Georgia Southern University under artist Dee Jackson. Further study with Jim Gensheer of Augusta, GA, followed. But it was not until 1990, under the private instruction of Bea Gay Davis of Millen, GA, that she found her niche...florals.

The beautiful gardens of the South provided endless inspiration and Deb's trademark hummingbird proved to be the crowning touch. Whether an integral part of the image or hidden amidst the blooms and branches, her little hummer finds its way into most everything she does -- not only into her detailed watercolors, but into the hearts of those who view them. That must be why when asked to personalize an image she most often closes with the simple phrase, "Enjoy."

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