Jorge Delpin Vigil Vidal was born in 1963 in Lima, Peru. Jorge grew up near the sea in the outlying community of Orrantia Del Mar. One can see how his fascination with the mystery of the ocean inspired much of his work on canvas, particularly the intrinsic symbolism from the ancient Peruvian world – a favorite theme in his work.

 

He was interested in drawing at an early age and studied art in primary and secondary levels of his Catholic schooling. At age 17, he began college at the University of Peru, and spent 2 years in the Department of the Science of Communication. During these 2 years, he also began studying in a watercolor workshop at the Lima Museum of Art. Departing the University of Peru in 1983, he continued his studies in art, first at the "Agora de Barranco" painting workshop, and then in the National School of Fine Arts in Lima, specializing in Design and Painting. There he stayed for five years, learning the history and techniques of the masters, refining his style, and beginning the altogether distinct, compelling, and original work for which he is known today.

 

In 1990, Jorge decided to study abroad, and because France had been the traditional Mecca for art study as well as for practicing artists, he visited the consul at the Embassy of France in Lima, presenting his credentials. The French Government decided to support his study of art in Southern France in the School of Arts and Communication in Pau. The fresh environment led to new approaches in his work. Jorge’s use of color grew more subtle, the themes increasingly more personal.