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. In Vancouver Luis studied Sculpture, Etching and Lithography at the Malespina Print Maker Society, Emily Carr School of Art and the Banff School of Art. Luis' most influential artists include but aren't limited to 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 collector of art.