Anatoly Kuvin was born in the village Moliteevo Vladimir Region November 29, 1931. In a family of nine children, the youngest of the brothers is Anatoly. Before 1938, the family lived in the village, which is certainly determined the future outlook of the artist on the entire life.

Since 1947, he studied at Ivanovo art school, and graduated with honors in 1951.

He continued his studies at the Moscow State Art Institute named after V.I. Surikov, graduated in 1957.

Since 1955 - a permanent participant of regional exhibitions.

In 1956 he participated in the exhibition "Young Artists of Moscow and Moscow region".

Since 1974 - member of the zonal (regional), national, all-union and international exhibitions. Total - 90, including a personal.

Member of the Union of Artists of Russia since 1977.

Winner of the regional award in the field of culture, art and literature (2011)

March 19, 2013 decree of the President of the Russian Federation, the artist was awarded the title "Honored Artist of Russia".