I am dedicating this web site to a memory of my grandfather, the Great Russian Artist - Iakov Chernikhov. Through the years his life and art has drawn attention of millions of people from all over the world. This huge interest to Iakov Chernikhov's personality is increasing all the time. More and more questions are beeng asked as time goes by...

My grandfather's life started in Imperial Russia in 1889. Time has taken him through the Soviet Revolution, the disaster of the Second World War, the false years of glory and utopia of the Soviet Unoin.
Despite all circumstances that were surrounding him, being a true artist, he managed to project his strong personality, ideas and talant on to his drawings, graphical work and books.
He gave his all to people - his talent, knowledge and passion. Iakov Chernikhov was always sorrounded by his loving family, friends, his students and his work.
And he has left so much behind - he is still with us - in our memories, in his drawings and in the thoughts of those who are still admiring his creations.