About CHADRAABAL Adiyabazar
BACKGROUND
Chadraabal Adiyabazar is a distinguished Mongolian artist whose work has earned both national and international acclaim. Holding a Master of Art Studies from the State Pedagogical University of Mongolia, Chadraabal has pioneered a unique fusion of traditional Mongolian art and contemporary visual languages. Born into a country rich in history and tradition, he has risen as a global talent known for his innovative use of diverse mediums—ranging from oil paintings and ink sketches to sculptures and mixed media installations. His transformative approach to art reached a pivotal moment in his 2011 solo exhibition, "The Bull & Bulls," where he focused on themes of resilience, masculinity, and strength, emblematic of his Mongolian heritage.
Renowned for his versatility, Chadraabal has ventured into ink paintings and modern sculpture, demonstrating his ceaseless quest for new avenues of artistic expression. His leadership roles include serving as the Director of the Mongolian National Modern Art Gallery, and he has been an influential member of various art institutions globally, including the 'Accademia Italia in Arte nel Mondo.' Decorated with multiple awards such as the 'Polar Star' Medal of Honor and the National Leading Young Art Director, his exhibitions have spanned continents—from Ulaanbaatar to Paris and Washington D.C. Chadraabal's art serves as a compelling dialogue between tradition and modernity, uniting influences from East and West and exploring the intricate relationship between man and nature. As a visionary artist, Chadraabal continues to reshape the contours of contemporary art, inviting audiences to engage, challenge, and be inspired.
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EDUCATION
2001-2003. Master of Art Studies, State Pedagogical University of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
1997-2001. Bachelor of Art Studies, State Pedagogical University of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2023-Present. Member, ‘Accademia Italia in Arte nel Mondo’ Cultural Association (International Organization)
2020-Present. Member, Council of the Minister for Culture (Government Entity)
2015-Present. Founder, Empire Art LLC (Private Entity)
2013-Present. Chairman (Founder), International Federation of Artists in Mongolia (NGO)
2010-2013. Board Member, Union of Mongolian Artists (Government Entity)
2010-Present. Chairman of the Committee, Federation of Asian Artists in Mongolia (NGO)
2010-2013. Member, Association of Asian Art Museum Directors (International Organization)
2009 -2013. Director, Mongolian National Modern Art Gallery (Government Entity)
2007-2010. Chairman & Board Member, Association of Young Artists in Mongolia (Government Entity)
2004-2007. Senior Member, Association of Young Artists in Mongolia (Government Entity)
2003-Present. Member, Union of Mongolian Artists (Government Entity)
2001- 2007. Lecturer, Department of Fine Arts, State Pedagogical University of Mongolia
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INTERNATIONAL AWARDS & CERTIFICATES
2022. 'Menelao' International Art Award, 'Accademia Italia in Arte nel Mondo’ Cultural Association, Italy
2022. 'We Contemporary' International Art Exhibition Certificate, MUSA International, Italy
2022. Award for the Artworks 'Evolution, Comfort Zone-1, Red Bull', Switzerland
2017. 'Polar Star' Medal of Honor, Mongolia
2012. Medal for 'Best Work of Art' from "New Snow" Exhibition, Mongolia
2012. National Leading Young Art Director, Mongolia
2010. Award, Union of Mongolian Artists, Mongolia
2005. UNESCO Certificate of Participation, Festival on Cultural Diversity and Dialogue in Central Asia at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France
Solo Exhibitions
2023. "BLUE EARTH" Exhibition, TAG Gallery, Los Angeles, California, USA
2023. "CHADRAABAL" Exhibition, 'Carolina Fine Art' Gallery, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
2022. "BLUE HORSES" Exhibition, Le Carrousel du Louvre, Paris, France
2017. "MYANDAG" Exhibition, 976 Art Gallery, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2016. "RED HORSE" Exhibition, ‘World Art Dubai’ Art Fair, World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2016. "A QUEST FOR SPIRITUALITY & NATURAL HARMONY" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2014. "MOLOR-ERDENE" Exhibition, Blue Moon Art Gallery, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2011. "THE BULL AND BULLS" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2011. "BLUE SPOT" Exhibition, National Art Gallery, Hohhot, IMAR, People’s Republic of China
2011. "HORSES AND BULLS COMPOSITION" Exhibition, Zurag Art Gallery, Berlin, Germany
2010. "BULL COMPOSITION" Exhibition. Khan Bank Art Gallery, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2009. "MY PAINTINGS" Exhibition, Yanjie Art Gallery, Seoul, Republic of Korea
2009. "HORSES COMPOSITION" Exhibition, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2008. "ROAD OF THE SUN" Exhibition, Gongpueong Art Gallery, Seoul, Republic of Korea
2007. "COMPOSITION" Exhibition, Fine Arts Museum, Ulan Ude, Russian Federation
2006. "THE GRAND MOUNTAINS" Exhibition, Xanadu Art Gallery, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2005. "THE STEPPE LAND MONGOLIA" Exhibition, Bastily Art Gallery, Paris, France
2004. "BLUE RAIN" Exhibition, Fine Arts Museum of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Joint and International Exhibitions
JOINT EXHIBITIONS
2023. "ART FAIR" Exhibition, PAKS Gallery, Vienna-Austria, Munich-Germany
2022. "ART BOXY" Project Exhibition, New York-USA, Amsterdam-Netherlands, Palma-Spain, Venice-Italy, Zurich-Switzerland
2019. "MONGOLIAN CONTEMPORARY ART" Exhibition, World Bank, Washington. D.C., USA
2014. "MONGOLIAN HORSE" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2014. "TUV COLORS" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2013. "COLORS OF MONGOLIA" Exhibition, Fine Arts Museum, Irkutsk, Russian Federation
2013. "MONGOL-II" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2012. "BIG FIVE OF MONGOLIA" Exhibition, Aminas Gallery, Tokyo, Japan
2012. "MONGOL" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2007. "TRIANGLE" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2006. "GREAT MONGOLIA" 800th Anniversary Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2004-2007 "BEST ART WORKS" Annual Exhibitions, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2002-Present. "SPRING" & "AUTUMN" Annual Exhibitions, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITIONS
2021. "THE 29TH ASIAN INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION", Kyushu Arts and Cultural Center, Fukuoka Prefecture, Fukuoka, Japan
2016. "NORDART" Art Exhibition, Germany
2014. "MASS 50" Exhibition, Singapore
2014. "SUMMIT 2014" Exhibition, Art Gallery, Union of Mongolian Artists, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2014. "KHIIMORI" Exhibition, 87 Gallery, Hohhot, People’s Republic of China
2014. "BLUE HORSE" Exhibition, Lotte Art Gallery, Seoul, Republic of Korea
2014. "THE 28TH ASIAN INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION", Kinmen, Taiwan
2013. "THE 27TH ASIAN INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION", Bangkok, Thailand
2012. "5TH BANGLADESH BENNAL-2012" Exhibition, Dhaka, Bangladesh
2012. "THE 14TH GOVERNMENT ART EXHIBITION IN NORTHEAST ASIA" Exhibition, Tottori, Osaka, Japan
2011. "MONGOLIA ART" Exhibition, UNESCO Hall, Paris, France
2011. "IRKUTSK-350" Art Exhibition, Irkutsk, Russian Federation
2011. "THE 26TH ASIAN INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION", Seoul, Republic of Korea
2010. "THE 12TH GOVERNMENT ART EXHIBITION IN NORTHEAST ASIA", Gangwon, Republic of Korea
2010. "ASIAN BLUE SKY" Art Exhibition, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2008. "BEIJING BENNAL - 2008" Exhibition, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
2007. "THE 10TH GOVERNMENT ART EXHIBITION IN NORTHEAST ASIA" Exhibition, Tottori, Osaka, Japan
2007. "ASIAN ART" Exhibition, Seoul, Republic of Korea
2006. "THE 9TH GOVERNMENT ART EXHIBITION IN NORTHEAST ASIA" Exhibition, Yan-Jing, People’s Republic of China
2005. "FESTIVAL OF CENTRAL ASIA" Exhibition, UNESCO Hall, Paris, France
2002. "THE 7TH GOVERNMENT ART EXHIBITION IN NORTHEAST ASIA" Exhibition, Yan-Jing, People’s Republic of China