Born in Tataria 1924. Studied at the Kazan Art College then graduated from the Art Academy in Moscow. Member of the Russian Union of Artists since 1958. Taught at the Yaroslavl Art College 1981 - 1983. Important shows include 'Soviet Russia' Moscow 1960-1980. Well-known works include "Winter Day" 1962 The State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. Specialist in genre paintings, also brilliant portraitist. Many of his pictures are in private collections and museums in Russia, France, Holland, Belgium, UK and USA
