Photos: Pete Escovedo visits Oakland to unveil his latest art exhibit

Grammy-winning jazz percussionist Pete Escovedo, father of Sheila E., unveiled his latest art exhibition, "The California Art Tour (Oakland chapter)," at The Grand Gallery in Oakland on July 17, 2025. The event doubled as a celebration of his 90th birthday. The exhibit features abstract paintings of faces, primarily women, in vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, including a self-portrait from 2003 on loan from his private collection. Escovedo, who began painting as a student at McClymond's High School, attended the reception with family members, including his son Juan Escovedo, and longtime friends.