Representatives of the Silk Purse Arts Centre hosted an opening reception for acclaimed artist Gregg Simpson's latest show, Flamenco Sketches, a series of abstract paintings and pastels inspired by the flamenco dancers of Andalusia, at the West Vancouver gallery July 10.

Simpson was performing double duty that evening and also took the stage as a featured member of the Paul Plimley Trio.

The performance was part of the Silk Purse's Jazz Waves Festival, on now until Aug. 25. Simpson's exhibition will remain on display until July 29 and the next Jazz Waves performance, by Nigel Mack and the Blues Attack, is set for Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Info: silkpurse.ca.