Natalia Kutova is an inspiring self-taught artist based in San Diego, California. Her artistic journey is quite exciting, as she transitioned from being a Fulbright scholar and educator to a celebrated artist. Born and raised in Ukraine, Natalia moved to the United States in 2006 as a Fulbright scholar. She has a multifaceted background, with degrees in Music, Linguistics, and Education. Natalia’s artistic journey began unexpectedly in 2017. The artworks in impasto technique displayed in a local art salon caught Natalia's eye. It was a lightning bolt moment - Natalia knew she wanted to paint like that. A spark was ignited, which turned into a passion so strong that she willingly departed her prospering teaching career to fully immerse herself in painting. Now, Natalia Kutova works in her studio in San Diego, CA as a full-time artist. Natalia’s transition from academia to the art world embodies the courage to embrace new passions, inspiring others to take bold steps toward their own aspirations.
Natalia Kutova wields a palette knife and acrylics to sculpt impasto masterpieces. She relentlessly explores the bounds of the impasto technique, seeking to infuse her paintings with a tactile three-dimensional effect to achieve more visual intensity in conveying certain meaning. The main subject of her painting is flowers and trees, which are extrapolated from the reality and reconceptualized in her painting to the level of visual metaphors, expressing a wide variety of ideas, thoughts, and feelings. Instead of striving for exact representation, she tries to imbue these natural forms with profound meaning, allowing for a diverse array of interpretations. Marked by a technique that entails the creation of heavily textured and almost sculptural masterpieces, her art possesses an unmistakable uniqueness. It is in this fusion of technique, subject matter, and intention that she endeavors to evoke a powerful and lasting impact upon all who encounter her artistic creations.
Art Scene West gallery located in Seaport Village (803 W Harbor Dr, suite E1-E, San Diego CA 92101).
My painting "Once in Ukraine" has been selected to be showcased at the San Diego's Finest Art Show. The exhibition will be live from August 11th - September 15th, 2025 in the Art Scene West gallery located in Seaport Village (803 W Harbor Dr, suite E1-E, San Diego CA 92101). The Award Ceremony and Reception will be hosted on August 16th from 5pm - 7pm. My dear friends, you are welcome to come and enjoy art, wine, snacks, and live music at this special event.
Impasto paintings by Natalia Kutova showcased at her solo exhibition "Never Too Late" at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, November 6 - December 1, 2024, San Diego, California
Impasto paintings by Natalia Kutova showcased at her solo exhibition at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, November 6 - December 1, 2024, San Diego, California.
Article about me and my exhibition in THE SAN DIEGO UNION TRIBUNE:
Never Too Late’ exhibit in Poway offers messages about following your dreams
Poway Center for the Performing Arts display continues through Dec. 1
https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2024/11/13/never-too-late-exhibit-in-poway-offers-messages-about-following-your-dreams/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHJ3ZhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZPX885A2EZ77cBZuERb7G03YRUyPsnBrjw_vyXgK8EtokObAvlUxlX54w_aem_UNG2o4i0D0-ttliB1kvavQArticle about me and my exhibition in THE SAN DIEGO UNION TRIBUNE:‘Never Too Late’ exhibit in Poway offers messages about following your dreams
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