Nature's beauty inspires me, blending my passion for music with the visual poetry of color and form. Teal Collins here, a lifelong musician/singer/songwriter/Artist. I grew up in the eclectic vibes of the SF Bay Area. My journey through life has been a bit like a mixtape—starting with chords strummed on a guitar and and adding strokes of paint on canvas. Music has been my everything since day one. Growing up, I was that kid with headphones glued to my ears, soaking in everything from classic rock to Bach. My Dad was a Jazz Disc Jockey Al Jazzbeaux Collins, and there was never any shortage of great music around our home. Also, growing up in Marin County, its seems everyone is a nature lover- dare I say a Tree Hugger! We would find ourselves at Bolinas Ridge for sunset and Mt. Tamalpais - endless beauty in these parts. I love spending time outdoors, hiking trails, and letting the rhythm of the natural world seep into my soul. Each brush-stroke tells a story of the way I see life—a sunset over the Marin Headlands, the misty allure of Muir Woods, or an Owl family nestling into a tree. I love art, because it captures the essence of a moment! Songs might have to grow on you, but art shows us snapshots of the artist’s view and emotional state at that precise instance! What they put in, and what they leave out. It’s fascinating, and as unique as a fingerprint. All I want is to make some art, make some music, create some memories and celebrate the magic of being alive!.
