Dmitry Bogatishev, hailing originally from Novogrudok, Belarus, descends from a lineage of artists, including his father, brother, and grandfather. At the tender age of 8, Dmitry embarked on his artistic journey by enrolling in an art studio led by the esteemed fine arts teacher, Vladimir Grek.
Throughout his academic years, Dmitry actively participated in a multitude of national and international exhibitions, consistently garnering accolades and acclaim. In parallel, he pursued a dedicated path in basketball and proudly represented Belarus as part of the national junior team.