In 1967 Luis went to Holland, in Amsterdam where he studied the technique
of the Dutch Masters, these techniques are shown in his early paintings,using the dark brown of Rembrandt In Amsterdam Mr. Sopeña presents different exhibitions in different groups and galleries and associations,
In1968 Luis moved to England where he studied the English landscape
inspired by Constable and Turner. Back to Paris Luis studied restoration
of art and antiques for several months and painting Stage murals for
theater and buildings, becoming a muralist. In late 1968 Luis arrived in
Montreal, Canada, were he aligned himself with groups of Montreal Artist
and studied at Montreal School of Arts. Avalon School of Design and Doon School of Fine Arts in Toronto. In June 1971 he moved to Victoria BC. Where
he was an art teacher for Camosun Collage.
In 1973 Sopeña decided to move to Vancouver where he bought his
gallery and became A Canadian Citizen. With his Gallery Luis has
made his art well known, having exhibitions in different galleries In
Canada, USA, and Europe. n Vancouver Luis studied Sculpture,
Etching, Lithography in Malespina Print Maker Society, Emily Carr
School of Art and the Banff School of Art. Luis most influential artists
were, Dali and Picasso. Mr. Sopeña created his own art style using
his own ethnic background and his European influence. Creating
works which are unique for collectors of art. 

Sopeña was born in Spain, Riaza, Segovia, his
love of art was apparent at an early age All his efforts were artistic; in1964 he studied in Madrid at the School of Fine Arts of San Fernando, in the beginning of 1965 he arrived in Paris where he studied with the French painter Rene’ Chalon, for two years Rene’ taught him the most important methods, mixing colors to produce the most desirable effects.

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