Current Exhibition

Jorge “Vascano” Vasquez Elescano

October 20 – December 20, 2025

Opening Reception: Friday, November 7, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

The Mark W. Potter Gallery is proud to present the work of Jorge “Vascano” Vasquez Elescano, whose art draws inspiration from his upbringing in Peru. Characterized by intricate shapes and patterns, his pieces explore the complexity of the human spirit through texture, material, and form.

During the week of November 3–6, Mr. Vascano will host an Open Workshop in the Potter Gallery. Students and classes are invited to observe and participate as he works on his art and shares insights into his creative process.

About the Artist

Jorge “Vascano” Vasquez Elescano was born and raised in the Peruvian Amazon, a setting that continues to influence his artistic vision. While his early experiences shaped his imagination, his formal training began after moving to the United States, where he studied at the Corcoran College of Art and Design, the Maryland Institute College of Art, and the New York Academy of Art, earning his MFA in 2017.

His work has been exhibited in the United States, Portugal, Denmark, Ireland, and Chile, and he has been awarded residencies in Giverny, France; Carrara, Italy; Kylemore Abbey, Ireland; and Todi, Italy. His art has appeared in Beautiful Bizarre Magazine, Artnet News, and The Washington Post, and was featured in the Golden Globe– and Academy Award–nominated film If Beale Street Could Talk.

Jorge currently lives and works in Washington, Connecticut, where he continues to develop his professional practice and engage with communities through art.