Natalia Koren Kropf

Natalia Koren Kropf is a classically trained, award-winning contemporary artist from St. Petersburg, Russia. She studied at the St. Petersburg Academy of Fine Arts from a young age, absorbing European cultural traditions and the old masters' techniques. Her education was cut short in 1991 due to a political crisis, leading her family to move to the United States.

In 2018, Natalia became President of the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), focusing on promoting and educating women artists. During the pandemic, she transitioned NAWA operations online, initiating virtual exhibitions, educational programs, and remote office protocols. She also facilitated NAWA's relocation to the National Arts Club in Manhattan.

Throughout her presidency, Natalia continued her artistic practice, creating a new series titled "Inner Spaces," inspired by the experience of limited social interactions. This series, featuring abstract drawings, paintings, and sculptures, has earned her merit awards. Natalia, who remains on the NAWA Board of Directors, advocates for a sustainable lifestyle and eco-friendly art practices.