Author: La Chambre Bleue asbl

08.02.2025

Enrique Prieto, in art Quimbue: A Polyhedric Journey of Creativity and Innovation

Born and raised in the vibrant landscapes of Cuba, Enrique Prieto, in art Quimbue (Cuba, 1974) has always been a seeker of knowledge and culture. His journey led him across continents, from the rhythmic streets of Santiago to the historic heart of Europe, with stops in Spain and Italy, eventually settling in Luxemburg.

Academically driven, Enrique holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering, followed by a second degree in Computer Science, and finally a master’s in business administration. This multidisciplinary foundation reflects an insatiable curiosity and an extraordinary ability to bridge creativity and innovation.

Yet, beyond his academic and professional pursuits lies Quimbue, Enrique’s artistic alter ego.

Through delicate brushstrokes and vivid watercolours, Quimbue brings Enrique’s inner world to life, a world where creativity shakes and emotions take shape. His artistic works stand as a balance between the precision of his technical mind and the fluidity of his artistic soul.

Enrique’s story is a testament to the beauty of embracing multiple passions, bridging art and science, intellect, and emotion, and building a life that is as colourful and layered as his watercolour creations.

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30.11.2024

Ursula Lockley Escurriola (Barcelona, 1978), showed an early interest in colour, drawing and nature. Her father, who was an amateur painter, encouraged her to go deeper into art. Her mother, who was modest, kind and British, showed love for the little things in life.
Ursula grew up surrounded by art books and she improved her drawing skills by copying masterpieces. During her teenage years, she defines her predilection for primary colours and her impressionist and expressionist tendencies. From a very young age he showed an interest in nature and especially in understanding Life, feeling a special attraction for the essential and sometimes invisible aspects.
Her uncle was a wise truth seeker, opera lover and a translator of classical Japanese literature, who introduced her to eastern subtlety as a way of enlightening an, until then, unknown side of the moon.
Determined to make a living from art, after passing her University Access Tests, she signed up in Barcelona Arts and Crafts School “La Llotja” and she graduated in 2000.
At the age of 40, married and mother of two daughters, life offers her the opportunity to finally become a full time painter in Luxembourg, where she has lived since 2019.
She paints as she lives, with all her senses and with a deep love and curiosity for Nature.

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