Empowering emerging artists and musicians at Fairfax High School to transform creative vision into real-world impact.
JD Shultz Arts Scholarship
About the Scholarship
A Legacy of Nurturing Artistic Talent
Located in the heart of Los Angeles, Fairfax High School has been a beacon of education and creativity since 1924. Fairfax has a legacy of shaping culture and creative voices, producing generations of talented artists, musicians, and creative professionals who have made their mark on the world.
Knowing this scholarship can help fuel the next generation of artists is a true privilege. The school's vibrant arts programs continue to inspire students to explore their creative potential and develop their unique artistic voices.
The Scholarship
The JD Shultz Arts Scholarship was established to support emerging artists and musicians at Fairfax High School. It recognizes creative excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to transform artistic vision into real-world impact.
Rooted in a commitment to fostering originality, discipline, and marketplace readiness, this scholarship helps students carry their voices, talents, and ideas beyond the classroom and into the world.
Meet JD Shultz
It's no mystery that JD (Joshua Dimitri) Shultz grew up to be an artist. JD's parents were both professional artists. Sculptor/painter Carole Shultz and multi-media painter, Jack Shultz were well known throughout Southern California in the 70's and 80's. Along with his artist siblings, Adam and Rachel, the family breathed, worked and took joy in creating art.
To this day, there are thousands of people from all over the world that have decorated their homes or offices with the work of all 5 family members. JD captures the mind, soul and inner spirit through a body of work best described as "complexity at its most whimsical.”
His paintings range from dreamlike cityscapes to thought provoking abstracts and fantasy surrealistic pop. His innovative use of acrylics painted on the reverse side of Plexiglas produce images that explode off the surface. Each piece treats the mind to a happy but still intense experience of color and design.
"The JD Shultz Arts Scholarship represents more than recognition; it reflects a belief in the power of creativity, discipline, and vision."
~ JD Shultz
Explore the Art Behind the Mission
Every piece of art by JD Shultz carries the same intention that inspired the JD Scholarship…expression, resilience, and the belief that creativity can change lives.
From large-scale originals to mixed media and signed artist proofs, each collection reflects moments, places, and emotions captured through texture, movement, and light.