Biography
Lisa Shultz is a major advocate for the visual arts in eastern Idaho.
She is a local artist and business owner in Idaho Falls Idaho. Lisa owns and operates
Willowtree Gallery in downtown Idaho Falls which specializes in fine art and custom framing. Willowtree is known as a welcoming place for emerging artists who can show work along more established names. Along with being a business owner, she is also a photographer selling prints of nature and aviation-themed prints.
Schultz is also a supporter of the Idaho Falls Gallery Walk. In a 2018 interview she described it as; “A great opportunity to get out in the community and see what’s out there for art and meet some of the artists… It’s a cheap date night.” Lisa emphasizes the need of physical spaces for artists and where people can experience and enjoy artwork in person, while being able to talk to the artist themselves.
Lisa also served as the President of the Board of Directors at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho. In the 2018 Annual Report she states, “…It has been my pleasure to work with the staff and volunteers and the creativity they bring to this organization. It’s obvious that everyone involved is here because they share a passion for art, and a need to share it with those around them. Our community is a richer place of this jewel on the river!” Her influence and impact on Idaho’s art scene has been substantial. Through gallery ownership, museum leadership, and community events, she helped create opportunities for artist in eastern Idaho to exhibit, sell work, and connect with audiences.