American
Lives and works in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Louise Gillis is an American Realist and virtuoso artist of all mediums. Born in Caifornia and raised in Northern Minnesota she makes her home in the Twin Cities. Her knowledge of impressionistic color theory sets the stage for figurative works, landscapes and still lifes and murals. This versatility allows Louise to focus on the needs of her subject matter and create the vibrancy and depth of each individual painting.

Louise has taught workshops in Maui, the Apostle Islands and been artist in residence in Paris and the Black Hills. She has traveled, painted and done extensive research in museums in the United States and Europe.

Having a deep affection for nature most of her paintings are done from life.