Wild weekend, powerful pARTy coming up, and loads of gratitude for you!

 
 

“Art is the glue that holds civilization together"
–Dr. Shaun Duke

The weekend was fun AF!

 

The Warren Court Art Walk was freaking awesome! We had stunning weather, albeit with some wind on Sunday; still, the weekend was a smashing success. Loads of visitors attended and left with beautiful new art treasures. They enjoyed delicious tacos from Jus' Tacos and Inner City Cafe, as well as music by the Peter Scott Trio on Saturday and The Besides on Sunday. Thank you to everyone who came out and joined the fun! Below see some of the fabulous artists. Click here to see all of the participating artists.

Up on my front porch, the pARTy was rocking. I served up my usual margaritas and presented a litany of new cherry paintings. So many friends, old and new, turned up to celebrate the creative community in our two towns, South Orange and Maplewood. The staggering amount of art on display was received with excitement and appreciation as visitor after visitor left with a meaningful piece of eye candy. Click here to see how the Warren Court Art Walk began.

As you can see from all my happy customers above, I was busy packing up paintings of cherries, cocktails, oysters, and lots of prints to make their way safely to their new homes. It's heartwarming and thrilling for me to know that my work is now lining the walls of so many of the wonderful people I had the pleasure of connecting with over the weekend. I can see the joy spreading with each piece of art as I create a connected web of visual delight, inspiring these lovely souls to embrace their beautiful lives, pits, and all.  

Here is the next event I’d love to share with you:

Saturday, August 9, 7:30pm South Orange, NJ

JILLISH FAIR—LOVING JILL SOBULE
An evening inspired and devoted to the late-great singer songwriter, Jill Sobule. Space is limited. To attend RSVP here and you will receive the location and more details.
Join me with special musical guests for a magical evening celebrating and honoring my friend Jill Sobule's life and legacy. Jill was best known for her 1995 hit, "I Kissed a Girl," and her song "Supermodel." She was a brilliant and prolific songwriter, a guitar shredder, a masterful performer, and the most joyful, funny, and delightful person you could ever meet. There has been an outpouring of love for Jill Sobule since her untimely death on May 1st. If you didn't know her, start learning about her with us on August 9th. The evening will benefit Jill’s charity, “It Was A Good Life Foundation,” which will distribute all donations to charitable causes that Jill deeply cared and sang about.

 
Leslie Goldman and Jill Sobule

Me with Jill Sobule during the first concert she performed at my house on July 23, 2011.

 
 

My New Album Is About to Drop. Wanna Hear It with the Band?

 

“Every song is like a painting.”
—Dick Dale

 
 

GLITTER & GRIT Listening Party

with Live Performance by
Leslie and The Love Drops
March 23rd from 3 pm to 6 pm
Tierney’s Tavern
138 Valley Rd, Montclair, NJ 07042

Be the First to Hear Glitter & Grit

It’s finally happening! After two years in the making, Glitter & Grit, my new album, is almost here, and I want YOU to be part of the celebration. Join me and The Love Drops for a one-of-a-kind listening party—where we’ll play some songs live, then experience the album together.

This won’t be just any gathering—it’s a milestone, a labor of love, and a chance to celebrate with amazing people (like you!). Plus, there’ll be food, drinks, and loads of fun at Tierney’s Tavern.

To plan accordingly, I need to know who’s coming, so hit that RSVP button, lock in your spot, and help me make this an unforgettable afternoon!

I’m super excited to share this with you and genuinely grateful for your support and encouragement. See you in a month. In the meantime, schedule a studio visit. I’d love to show you what’s brewing on the easel!

love,
Leslie
xo


P.S. Could you please be a pal and forward this blog post to one or two people who you think would appreciate my art and my mission? Thanks so much, you’re the best!

 

Mark your calendar right now so you don't miss my next exciting event.

 

“Show up every moment like you’re fully meant to be there.”
—Marie Forleo

 

If you came to the Warren Court Art Walk, I hope you saw my set with guest drummer extraordinaire, Brandon Loikits. Lods of gratitude for Phil Cohen on bass and Stuart Klinger on lead guitar who made me sound good!

 

The Warren Court Art Walk was freaking awesome; if you missed it, you might want to kick yourself and remember to look for it Spring 2025! If you can't stop thinking about a piece you saw, or want another opportunity to talk to me or see more work, schedule a studio visit with me here

Now, put my next opening on your calendar and show up. It's at a gorgeous Library, and I have several pieces that will stand with work by eight other exceptional Studio Tour SOMA artists.

 
 

The Library of the Chathams

214 Main Street, Chatham, NJ
Opening Reception—June 2, 2024 from 2-4pm
The show runs the entire month of June, 2024

Participating Artists:
Wendy Bellermann
Leslie Goldman
Denise Hardie Fine Art
Jennifer Mac Blain Malone
Jeremy Moss
Maria Savidis Markatos
Ken Stanek
Jill Vondervor
Allan Wood

Hope to see you real soon. You know where to find me.

Love,
Leslie
xo

 

RSVP now for Saturday night so you don't miss all the fun!

 
 

“Life is a party. Dress for it.”
―Audrey Hepburn

Small seasonal Chalk pastel.

 

If you’re coming to the party and you haven’t RSVP’d, do it right now! There are only a few spots left and I don’t want you to miss out on the fun. I’m figuring out how much booze to buy so click the button and RSVP now! When you get confirmation you’re in!

Wild Cherry Art Preview pARTy
Saturday, October, 28, 2023
7pm – 11pm
36 Warren Court, South Orange, NJ

There will be a live band, a costume contest, food, fun, friends, and you! You needn’t wear a costume, but you'll have more fun if you do! First prize for the costume contest is this limited edition fine art Giclee print.

I’m so excited to see you!
love,
Leslie
xo

 

Please will you join me? We have so much to celebrate.

 

“Instead of hate, celebrate.”
–Prince

The Monster Lies Within Limited Edition Giclee print will be awarded to the best costume at the Wild Cherry Art pARTy.

 
 

You're an A-Lister, so I'm expecting to see you at one, if not all, of the following exciting events!

SAturday, October, 28th

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SAturday, October, 28th 〰️

Wild Cherry Art Preview pARTy

Saturday, October, 28, 2023
7pm – 11pm
36 Warren Court, South Orange, NJ

Come celebrate with me! I'll be showing new work, performing with a live band, judging the costume contest, partying like a rockstar, and enjoying your sparkling company! We’ll have drinks, food, and fun. You needn’t wear a costume, but you'll have more fun if you do! You can win this limited edition fine art Giclee print if you win the costume contest. It’s a celebration of Halloween and our friendship along with a preview of the studio and new work before the public shows up next week for the 2oth anniversary of the SOMA Artists Studio Tour. RSVP to save your spot. Space is limited!


THursday, November, 2nd

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THursday, November, 2nd 〰️

 
 

Mark your calendar for Unveiled: the opening reception and show highlighting 50 artists participating in the tour. You can check out their work and plan whose studio you want to see.



Sat & Sun, November 4 & 5

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Sat & Sun, November 4 & 5 〰️

 
 

Start the 20th Annual SOMA Artist Studio Tour at Wild Cherry Art!

See Leslie's new work alongside visiting artist, the fantastic Sandra Charlap at 36 Warren Court. Start with a drink, a nosh, great conversation, and lotsa fun. Buy some art to start or grow your collection. Then, see the six other artists showing on the same block! You can visit more than 90 artists as they open their doors and share their unique brand of creativity and art during this beloved community event. Talk to artists in their studios, view beautiful works of art, and gain a unique and personal view of the life of an artist.

I’m so looking forward to seeing you. Life comes with so many ups and downs. Let’s choose to be up and celebrate these events together. I’m grateful for our connections and I want to share a little sunshine or maybe even a bowlful of cherries with you.

See you real soon,
Leslie
xo

 

Saturday Night, 11/19, the pARTy is on! Who's with me?

 
 

“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.”
— Oprah Winfrey

 
 

I've been working on contrast. The dark and the light. You can't have one without the other. Combining this with my wild cherry metaphor has led me to my Black Cherry Series. After several years in the making, I'm thrilled to share it with you.

 

I'm beyond excited to see you on November 19th at my Holiday pARTy. You wouldn't believe how much I've missed you. And now, I feel great. The house is spruced up for the holidays. The pARTy is on! Mark your calendar and click the button below to RSVP right now; I'll wait!

Wild Cherry Art Holiday pARTy
Saturday, November 19th

8 pm till 11 pm
Art, Live Music, Booze, Snacks, Fun
Bags, Cards, Ornaments
Birdsong Soy Candles

The party will be super fun with wonderful people and a delicious signature cocktail. The band is fantastic this year with (the infamous) Glenn Healy on drums, (the incomparable) Philip Cohen on Bass, and (the I can't believe he's playing with me!) Stuart Klinger on lead guitar. That puts me on vocals and rhythm guitar. We'll be playing a short assortment of originals and a holiday cover or two. It's going to rock!

 

I've continued exploring with my Sennelier Oil Pastels, from Paris, breathing life into the inspiration from my trip to France, Austria, and Hungary this year. See them all at the pARTy!

 

We can sip, shop and celebrate the season together. All art will be for sale during the party, along with bags and notecards. You can invest in your own collection, purchase a gift, or make an appointment to discuss a commission. My friend, Martha of Birdsong Soy Candles, will be offering her beautiful candles. More than anything I want you to come and have fun with me.

Let’s get the party started!

Love,
Leslie

PS Please be up to date with your vaccines and don’t come if you’re sick.
Thanks!