IGNATOVA, Velislava Ilieva Ignatova (17.І.1902-1989). Born in Vidin in a craftsman’s family. In 1925, he graduated from the Art Academy, majoring in painting under Prof. Nikola Marinov. Long-time teacher of drawing. Participates in all exhibitions in the city. Member of SBH-group of Shumen artists. Participated in National Exhibitions since 1945. Her first painting exhibition was made after her death in 1989 in HG – Shumen, carried out with the help of her husband.