Born in Coimbra in 1929. He attended the Faculty of Engineering, which he left while a finalist. His cultural and artistic career began in 1957. F

hi co-founder of the Plastic Arts Circle of the Ballet Society and the Jazz Section, Academic Association of Coimbra and participated in the II Colloquium International Art, promoted by prof. Reys Santos, with the presence of René Huyghe. He dedicated himself to sculpture, graphic arts, ceramics, public art and painting, as well as art. dissemination of art, promoting a permanent dialogue with the younger generations. His CV includes numerous individual and group exhibitions all over the world.

He has won numerous awards and medals, as well as several academic distinctions.

He passed away in September 2016 in the city of Coimbra.