Ralif Akmetchine was born in 1963, in Bashkortostan, Russia. After finishing high school, he began studying at Ufa's Aviation Technical Institute. It was during this time that his interest in fine art arouse. This enthusiasm for painting soon developed into a profession.

In 1992, Ralif graduated from Ufa's College of Art, with a specialty in painting. His interest towards the landscape genre was determined under the influence of prominent Russian and French artists, such as Levitan, Korovin, Monet, Sisley, and gave him direction in his own creations.

The achievements of these artists harmoniously supplement Ralif's view, founded on his national traditions. In his opinion, a mixture of various cultures is necessary for the growth and forward movement of art.

Since 1999, Ralif has been an active member of UNESCO and his art can be found in various galleries and private collections throughout Russia, Israel, China, Europe, and the United States.