Martha Collins has earned both a BFA & MFA in illustration from California State University Long Beach. She has been a part time faculty member at CSULB for over fifteen years. Her course offerings range from traditional and digital painting to drawing and illustration. Martha Collins has been a freelance illustrator since 1984. She has been working in the gift and stationary industry for over ten years. Products featuring her designs include greeting cards, gift wrap and bags, social stationary and art prints. Variation motivates Martha Collins in everything she does. A thirst for learning, "the excitement of working in different mediums and the freedom to shape each day" keeps Martha's approach fresh and positive. This is clearly reflected in her work. Martha Collins style is avbove all, playful, with vibrant color and strong design. Martha Collins clients often tell her they enjoy working with her because of her style range, her dependability and her swift turn-around time. Clients note upon Martha Collins unique way of personalizing her professional relationships with her playful spirit. , artist, painter, art, illustrator, illustration, licensing, licensed art, licensee, art licensing, licensed products, gift wrap, gift bags, stationery products, social expression industry, branding, greeting cards, journals, scrapbook, giftware, society of illustrators.