Finis Collins was one of the founding members of the Watercolor Gang, a Director of the San Antonio School of Art and president of the Artist and Designers Society. For many years Collins was an instructor at Trinity University, the Jewish Community Center of San Antonio and the San Antonio Art Institute. After his Honorable Discharge from the Air Force, Collins Joined the Pitluk Group in 1953 and worked for them until he retired in 1988 as Sr. Art Director. Collins designed the Major Brochure for Hemisfair-1968. This elaborate brochure was printed in large quantities and was distributed throughout the world. His most noted piece of art that has been seen by millions is the symbol that he created for the San Antonio Spurs. Collins developed many corporate symbols including those for Zachry, La Quinta, Market Square and many more advertising designs. Collins loves helping developing artists. For over 25 years, Collins spent his evenings as an Instructor of Art. Collins was the Owner and Director of the San Antonio School of Art. (1964–68) At one time, Collins directed a staff of 13 teachers covering every facet of Commercial and Fine Art.
Collins was an Instructor of Advertising Art and Design at Trinity University. Collins also instructed at the San Antonio Craft Center and the San Antonio Art Institute. For over a dozen years Collins held Watercolor Classes in Fine Art at the Jewish Community Center. Collins now paints full time. Although Collins is well known for his transparent watercolors, he is also proficient in brush and pallet knife in oils on canvas. Collins has held the Office of President of the Artist and Designers Society (1964) and the President of the Texas Watercolor Society (2003). Collins has earned, through his many awards in fine art, the honor of wearing the prestigious TWS Purple Sagebrush Pin. Collins has been honored by many Art Galleries with numerous Shows. Collectors throughout the world have purchased his original paintings and Limited Edition Prints. Collins is one of the Founding Members of the Watercolor Gang. (Established over 43 years ago) The gang has painted America from coast to coast, Europe five times and Mexico many times. These five artists are considered one of the oldest and finest Plein Air painting groups in America. Collins and his artist wife, Edie love to travel and paint together. They have toured and painted in over one dozen countries in Europe and traveled in their RV they have painted, (except for six states) all of the Continental United States.
"Texas Cabin Christmas" Awesome Watercolor
By Finis Collins
Located in San Antonio, TX
Finis Collins Image Size: 17.25 x 29.25 Frame Size: 31 x 43 Medium: Watercolor "Texas Cabin Christmas" Biography Finis Collins From San Antonio, Texas, he was one of the founding members of the Watercolor Gang...
Watercolor
$279
H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 0.04 in
Olive Trees and Poppy Bloom, Occitanie Landscape Painting
By Tatiana Hellum
Located in Oslo, NO
This gouache painting was inspired by the landscapes of Occitanie in southern France in May 2026, when the fields begin to glow with vivid reds and fresh spring greens. "I was draw...
Paper, Gouache
$8,847
H 28.15 in W 24.22 in
The Church Of The Holy Trinity Paris Early 20th Century Framed Parisian Painting
By Victor Gabriel Gilbert
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Victor Gabriel Gilbert. French ( b.1847 - d.1933 ). L’ Eglise De La Sainte-Trinite, Place De La Trinite, Paris. Gouache & Watercolor On Paper. Signed Lower Right. Image size 15 ...
Paper, Watercolor, Gouache
$6,000
H 23 in W 28 in
"Monhegan Island, Maine, " Edward Dufner, American Impressionism Landscape View
By Edward Dufner
Located in New York, NY
Edward Dufner (1872 - 1957) Monhegan Island, Maine Watercolor on paper Sight 16 x 20 inches Signed lower right With a long-time career as an art teacher and painter of both 'light' and 'dark', Edward Dufner was one of the first students of the Buffalo Fine Arts Academy to earn an Albright Scholarship to study painting in New York. In Buffalo, he had exchanged odd job work for drawing lessons from architect Charles Sumner. He also earned money as an illustrator of a German-language newspaper, and in 1890 took lessons from George Bridgman at the Buffalo Fine Arts Academy. In 1893, using his scholarship, Dufner moved to Manhattan and enrolled at the Art Students League where he studied with Henry Siddons Mowbray, figure painter and muralist. He also did illustration work for Life, Harper's and Scribner's magazines. Five years later, in 1898, Dufner went to Paris where he studied at the Academy Julian with Jean-Paul Laurens and privately with James McNeill Whistler. Verification of this relationship, which has been debated by art scholars, comes from researcher Nancy Turk who located at the Smithsonian Institution two 1927 interviews given by Dufner. Turk wrote that Dufner "talks in detail about Whistler, about how he prepared his canvasas and about numerous pieces he painted. . . A great read, the interview puts to bed" the ongoing confusion about whether or not he studied with Whistler. During his time in France, Dufner summered in the south at Le Pouleu with artists Richard Emil Miller...
Paper, Watercolor
$2,852
H 19.69 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in
Cottage House in France in Summer, Impressionist Oil on Canvas, Framed
By Jean-Pierre Dubord
Located in PARIS, FR
Conditions : Very good Conditions. Oil on canvas signed lower left framed. This painting presents a captivating landscape of Normandy. The houses in the background, with their slate...
Mixed Media, Oil, Watercolor
$698
H 22.64 in W 25.75 in D 0.79 in
Impressionist London Working Boats Watercolor by Ceferino Olivé
Located in Sant Celoni, ES
Beautiful watercolor by Ceferino Olivé depicting a lively view of London with working boats along the river and the city skyline in the background. The painting stands out for its lu...
Watercolor
$989
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 0.04 in
“October colors “ Original landscape painting. horizontal.Landscape Paintings
By Nadezda Stupina
Located in Oslo, NO
This artwork vividly captures the essence of a serene autumn landscape, characterized by a rich tapestry of colors. The painting showcases a forested area where trees, adorned with f...
Gouache, Bamboo Paper
$1,432
H 16.74 in W 19.69 in D 1.38 in
Landscape Painting, Framed, Antique, 42.5x50 cm, Good Condition
Located in Cotignac, FR
A mid-century Provençal landscape in gouache and watercolour on paper by French artist Gabrielle Ricard-Cordingley. Acquired from the artist's atelier. This artwork captures a vibra...
Paper, Watercolor, Gouache
$1,327
H 18.9 in W 24.81 in
Provence Landscape Painting, Oil on Cardboard, Signed, 48x63 cm
By Paul Emile Lecomte
Located in PARIS, FR
Provenance fron the Family Atelier of the artist. Unframed Complementary shipping worlwide by DHL, FEDEX. Returning customers : 25% OFF listed price on all Belfort SAS catalogue. ...
Watercolor, Pencil, Tempera
$695
H 9 in W 12 in D 2 in
French Impressionist Monogrammed High Society Beach Scene Group Party Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage French beach scene painting. Watercolor on paper. Signed. Framed. Measuring: 9 by 12 inches overall, and 7.5 by 11 painting alone. Excellent condition, ready to hang and enj...
Watercolor
"In the Thicket" - Original Gouache Landscape Painting on Paper
By Judd Mercer
Located in Denver, CO
“In the Thicket” is a plein air painting by Judd Mercer, created on location at the Denver Botanic Gardens in Denver, Colorado, USA. The piece depicts a vibrant garden scene with den...
Paper, Gouache
$8,000
H 20 in W 20 in
"Market Scene, North Africa" Martha Walter, Female Impressionist Scene of Market
By Martha Walter
Located in New York, NY
Martha Walter Market Scene, North Africa Signed lower right Watercolor on paper 9 x 9 inches Martha Walter was best known as a painter of colorful beach scenes and landscapes. Infl...
Paper, Watercolor
$523
H 16.54 in W 23.23 in D 0.04 in
Winter at the fjord. Original landscape painting. Gouache on paper. Medium size
Located in Oslo, NO
This artwork depicts a serene winter landscape, masterfully capturing the tranquility and briskness of the season. Dominated by a prominent, leafless tree with intricate branches, th...
Paper, Gouache