In 1809 was admitted to santiam in classes at the art Academy. In 1811 - 2 silver medal for drawing from nature; in 1831, received the approval of the Council of the Academy of Arts for the exposed self-portrait; in 1815, given to the approving opinion of the Academic Council, for the painting "the Empress Maria Feodorovna and Grand Duchess Anna Pavlovna and showing them a picture of the artist"; in 1825 - 2 silver medal. Painter historical. (Kondakov)