About Dato Popiashvili
Dato Popiashvili, born on November 16, 1969, in Tbilisi, Georgia, is an accomplished artist and member of the Georgian Artists’ Union. He has dedicated his career to the field of painting restoration and is recognized for his expertise in this area. Popiashvili’s artistic journey began at the I. Nikoladze Art School in Tbilisi, where he studied from 1985 to 1989. He furthered his education at the Tbilisi State Academy of Fine Arts, specializing in Painting Restoration, from 1989 to 1995.
In 1996, Popiashvili worked as a restorer at the Center of Restoration in the Tbilisi Gallery Union, where he utilized his skills to preserve and restore valuable artworks. His professional experience in restoration adds depth and knowledge to his artistic practice.
Popiashvili’s artwork has been showcased in various exhibitions, both nationally and internationally. His works have been featured at the Art Gallery Line in Tbilisi, Georgia, in consecutive years from 2008 to 2011. He has also exhibited at the Elite Gallery in Tbilisi (2006, 2005), the State Museum of Arts in Tbilisi (2004), and the Public Library for the Firosman exhibition dedicated to the creativity of Georgia artists (2007).
Beyond his home country, Popiashvili has exhibited his artwork in prestigious venues abroad. He participated in the Art Salon ‘Manej-2003′ in Moscow, Russia, and the Christmas Exhibition at the Central House of Painters in Moscow (2002, 2000, 1999, 1998). His work has also been displayed in international exhibitions, such as the Sofia-96 International Exhibition in Sofia, Bulgaria (1996), the Days of Georgian Culture in Dijon, France (1996), and the International Festival in Berlin, Germany (1995).
Dato Popiashvili’s dedication to both painting restoration and his artistic practice has solidified his position as a respected artist. His participation in numerous exhibitions, both at home and abroad, reflects the recognition and acclaim his work has received. Through his expertise and artistic talent, Popiashvili contributes to the preservation and celebration of the art world.