Ceña José Luis
Through a blend of realism and abstraction, José Luis Ceña delves into the blurred realms of memory, childhood, and identity.
Biographie
José Luis Ceña Ruiz is a Spanish painter born in 1982 in Málaga. At the age of 15, he moved to Madrid, where he earned a Fine Arts degree in 2005 from the Complutense University, specializing in visual arts. In 2001, he received a scholarship from the Real Casa de la Moneda, allowing him to deepen his studies in engraving and graphic design—disciplines that he integrates into his artistic approach to enrich the texture and structure of his works.
TEXTE
His work is characterized by a subtle balance between meticulous realism and intuitive abstraction. His often fragmented compositions suggest unfinished narratives, blurred memories, or suspended moments. He explores recurring themes such as memory, childhood, identity, and the passage of time, frequently depicting youthful figures in poetic and melancholic settings.
TEXTE
His artworks have been showcased in various international exhibitions and art fairs. Alongside his artistic practice, he teaches engraving and graphic media at the University of Castilla-La Mancha. Deeply evocative, his painting invites an intimate and emotional reading, transforming each canvas into a unique introspective experience.
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