Atlanta, GA – February 2024 – Travel photographer Leslie Brashear announced today the additions of a photos collection featuring 40 new photos taken by her brother, Curt Brashear. The collection, highlighting the Napa Valley and other areas on the West Coast of the US, is available on her photography website, lesliebrashearphotos.com.

In January, 2025, Curt Brashear passed away after a long battle against Pancreatic Cancer. To honor his legacy and showcase his talent, Leslie has created a photography website for him as well as adding his photo collection to her own website.

Curt Brashear, a dedicated landscape photographer, spent over four decades capturing the breathtaking vistas of the Napa Valley, the Bay Area and beyond. His lens has meticulously documented the region's diverse topography, from vineyard-covered hills to dramatic coastal scenes. His lifelong passion for photography, coupled with his deep connection to the local landscapes, ensure that each shot tells a compelling story of the place he called home.

The photos are available to purchase as prints of all sizes, with or without framing.  

Highlights of Curt Brashear’s Photos Include:

• Lily: A close up of a vibrant orange lily with delicate, spotted petals gracefully hanging from a green stem against a clear blue sky. One of several from his flower collection.
  
  • Weathered and Rusty: A close-up view of a weathered wooden surface revealing a rusty metal hinge affixed to the planks. One of several of his rustic images.
  
  • Fall Vineyard 8: Vibrant rows of grapevines stretching into the distance, their leaves displaying a mix of green, yellow, and red hues under a bright sky. One of several Napa Valley vineyard images
  
  The Curt Brashear collection is available for purchase in various formats, including canvas prints, framed prints, metal prints, and more. Each piece is crafted with the utmost attention to detail, ensuring that every photograph is a testament to his dedication to the art of photography.

Explore the Curt Brashear Collection:

To view the newly added photos and explore the complete collection, visit https://lesliebrashearphotos.com/. Each purchase comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, making it easy for art enthusiasts to bring a piece of California into their homes.

About Leslie Brashear:

Leslie Brashear is a passionate travel photographer who has recently rediscovered the joy of capturing the world’s beauty. From her early days as a photo lab technician to becoming a fulltime traveler, Leslie’s work reflects her deep appreciation for the art of photography and storytelling. Her collections showcase the essence of some of her favorite places around the globe, inspiring others to see the world through her lens.

For more information, visit lesliebrashearphotos.com or contact Leslie Brashear at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Leslie Brashear

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Note to Editors: High-resolution images from all collections are available upon request. Please contact Leslie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for media inquiries and image requests. Explore the beauty of California, the USA and other locations through the eyes of Leslie Brashear and her brother, Curt, and bring home a piece of artistry today.

Napa, California – January 2024 – Travel photographer Leslie Brashear announced today the additions of new photos in her California collection featuring 16 new photos taken in various locations around the Bay Area. The collection is available on her photography website, lesliebrashearphotos.com.

In December 2023, Leslie Brashear embarked on a new lifestyle as a full-time traveler, reigniting her passion for exploring and capturing the world's beauty. In December, 2024 she returned to the United States, adding images from the visit to both her California and USA collections.

Highlights of the California Photos Include:

• Golden Gate Reections: A twilight image of the Golden Gate Bridge with reection in the water
• Lone Tree: A tree that remains after the Napa res several years ago. This image overlooks the valley and is available in black and white or color.
• Golden Shore: A stunning close up of the sand and surf on the Sonoma coastline at sunset

“I’m thrilled to share my travel experience with my audience, and that includes those in my home state of California” said Leslie Brashear. “I hope to be adding a few more to the collection over the next couple of weeks while I am in my birthplace of Napa, California.”

Leslie Brashear’s California collection, is available for purchase in various formats, including canvas prints, framed prints, metal prints, and more. Each piece is crafted with the utmost attention to detail, ensuring that every photograph is a testament to her dedication to the art of photography.

Explore the California Collection:

To view the newly added photos and explore the complete collection, visit https://lesliebrashearphotos.com. Each purchase comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, making it easy for art enthusiasts to bring a piece of California into their homes.

Explore the USA Collection:

To view the newly added photos and explore the complete collection, visit https://lesliebrashearphotos.com. Each purchase comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, making it easy for art enthusiasts to bring a piece of The United States into their homes.

About Leslie Brashear:

Leslie Brashear is a passionate travel photographer who has recently rediscovered the joy of capturing the world’s beauty. From her early days as a photo lab technician to becoming a fulltime traveler, Leslie’s work reects her deep appreciation for the art of photography and storytelling. Her collections showcase the essence of some of her favorite places around the globe, inspiring others to see the world through her lens.

For more information, visit lesliebrashearphotos.com or contact Leslie Brashear at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Contact: Leslie Brashear

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Note to Editors: High-resolution images from the California collection are available upon request. Please contact Leslie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for media inquiries and image requests.

Explore the beauty of California, the USA and other locations through the eyes of Leslie Brashear and bring home a piece of her artistry today.

San Francisco, CA – Looking to spice up a December to remember? Then Salsa through three incredible nights at Dance Fridays, San Francisco Bay Area’s largest and hottest Latin Dance Nightclub.

Dance Fridays, on 550 Barneveld, has become the premiere place to be seen and to party thanks to its dedicated fun-filled Fridays, allowing dancers to immerse themselves in the passion and energy of Latin Salsa and Bachata Dancing.

Before the sun sets on 2023, Dance Fridays has announced three fantastic Party Nights that you won’t find anywhere else in the Bay:

• December 1 - SalsaCrazy 29th Anniversary Dance Party;
• December 15 - Holiday Dance Party;
• December 29 - Black and White Ball

Dance Fridays at such an amazing, unique San Francisco venue guarantees the atmosphere is always electric.

Dance Fridays’ organizers are passionate about Salsa and Bachata dancing. The team comprises experienced instructors and DJs who are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for guests. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner, they are committed to helping people enjoy the art of Salsa and Bachata dancing.

The venue features up to three separate rooms for dancing, with massive hardwood dance floors, incredible sound and lighting, high ceilings and an outdoor patio. It is centrally located with plenty of FREE parking available.

Dance Fridays is dedicated to providing a vibrant and inclusive space for salsa and bachata aficionados. With a focus on the rhythms and techniques of these iconic dance styles, guests can immerse themselves in the passion and energy of Latin dancing. 

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, the expert instructors and welcoming community ensure that everyone can enjoy the experience of salsa and bachata dancing.

The club features a talented lineup of DJs who specialize in these genres, ensuring guests can enjoy the latest and greatest hits from the Latin dance scene. Whether you prefer the sultry melodies of bachata or the upbeat tempo of Salsa, the music at Dance Fridays will keep you moving and grooving all night long.

If you want to enjoy the rhythm of the night at Dance Fridays on these three great nights, then book your tickets by:

Phone: 415-328-0127

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Website: www.dancefridays.com

Barr was originally an oil man and real estate developer, but he became heavily involved in the horse racing industry. He was a prominent breeder who had several winning horses.

Fullerton, CA, USA, February 22, 2023 -- An amazing collection of horse-related items and other objects from the estate of John Barr, who was heavily involved in the horse racing industry over the last half a century, will come for bid in a live online auction scheduled for Sunday, February 26th, by Golden Sun Auctions, Inc. (formerly Appraisal & Estate Sale Specialists), at 3 pm Pacific time.

Mr. Barr was the owner of Oakcrest Stables, the former director of Oak Tree Racing Association and president of the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association. He was originally an oil man and real estate developer, but later became a prominent breeder who had several winning race horses. Some of his trophies will come up for bid in the auction.

His love of horses is evident in the collection, which ranges from Lladro to Tiffany and everything in between. The Barrs loved art, whether it was displayed on shelves or hung on a wall, like an original LeRoy Neiman jockey painting from 1965. The 11 inch by 17 inch (framed size) expressionist painting is artist signed. It should fetch $2,000-$20,000.

Mr. Barr’s wife shared her love of horses with a fine selection of jewelry, some featuring horses and others, just beautiful, including a spectacular 1.8-carat diamond ring set in 18kt gold and platinum appraised for almost $40,000 in 2004 (est. $4,000-$20,000); and a 14kt gold, sapphire and diamond ring with six deep blue sapphires (est. $5,000-$10,000).

Even some of the jewelry pieces are equestrian-themed, like the darling 18kt yellow gold horse brooch encrusted in diamonds weighing 2.25 carats, plus an emerald for an eye (est. $1,000-$2,000); and a pair of earrings that are 1.04-carat diamond studs, the diamonds cut into horse heads, stamped on the backs 14kt with a designer mark (est. $400-$800).

What could end up being the action’s top lot is a lovely antique oil on canvas painting titled Young Girl, done in the manner of the British painter Arthur William Devis (1763-1822). The 30 inch by 35 inch work has a plaque giving the title and stating that the artist is Arthur Devis. It was obtained from a New York socialite (est. $1,000-$50,000).

A wonderful painting from William Robinson Leigh (N.Y., 1866-1955), featuring a cowboy wrangling a steer, signed, unframed and 18 inches by 22 inches, has an estimate of $500-$10,000. Also, an oil on canvas by the New Zealand impressionist artist Peter Williams (1934-2018), titled Breeding Barn – Greentree Stud Farm, Kentucky (1984), purchased at The Racing Scene Gallery and nicely framed, should reach $200-$1,200.

An amazing sculpture from artist Frederick E. Hart (1943-1999), titled The Ride, #330 of 350, 16 inches tall, depicting a woman on horseback and etched with Hart’s signature on bottom and dated 1990, is estimated to finish at $500-$1,500; while a stunning Lladro horse grouping sculpture titled Born Free, No. 1420, originally produced in 1982 and still in production today, 15 inches tall and in perfect condition, should make $200-$1,000.

A Kirk Stieff sterling silver trophy for Bountiful Dreamer (owned by John Barr), winner of the California Cup Distaff horse race held on Oct. 31, 1998, 10 inches tall, weighing 940 grams, is expected to command $600-$1,000. Also, a remarkable metal table created by the visual artist Elizabeth Maria Becker (b. 1942) of Taos, New Mexico, showing an abstract horse with a landscape background, with a rustic finish, should hit $200-$1,000.

Barr and his wife were avid travelers and picked up a wonderful assortment of horse and non-horse related decorative pieces, including some terrific vintage and antique items from various countries, including Japan, China and more, which they were able to get shipped back to the US for free. Some of the pieces date as far back as the 11th century.

Just a few of the Asian items in the auction are as follows:

- A canvas on artist board by the contemporary Chinese artis Gao Xiaohua (b. 1955), titled on verso Portrait of Li Tribe Woman, featured at the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts in 1987, in a 19 ½ inch by 23 ½ inch frame (est. $1,000-$7,000).

- A carved Arhat Shoushan stone figure from the Fujian province of China, 13 inches tall, the figure draped in a robe with a bead necklace, his hands resting in his lap and books by his side, the artist’s signature on back (est. $2,000-$4,000).

- A circa 11th-13th century sandstone Buddha bust from the Baphuon Period in Cambodia, 13 inches tall. The face is shown looking down, with a subtle smile, comes with a custom stand and a purchase receipt from 1992 (est. $100-$4,000).

- A large circa 19th century Chinese soapstone carving with a carved poem, 18 inches tall, the stone pale celadon tone with iron red blended passages, carved as a hatted scholar, a fisherman sheltering in a cave with stalactites (est. 200-$800).

Speaking of Asian pieces, the auction will also feature items from an avid collector, including porcelains, wood and jade carvings from the Han Dynasty, Ming Dynasty and Guangxu of the Qing dynasty, a wonderful assortment of fine jewelry, and pieces from a Japanese designer shop near downtown Los Angeles that closed down in the early 1970s.

Internet bidding will be provided by LiveAuctioneers.com. There will be no phone bidding. A live preview will be held on Friday, February 24th, from 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm; no appointment is necessary. The gallery is located at 720 East Walnut Avenue #B in Fullerton, Calif., zip 92831.

To learn more about Golden Sun Auctions and the February 26th auction of the John Barr collection, please log on to https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/278272_fine-jewelry-horse-asian-antiques-artwork

About Golden Sun Auctions, Inc.:
Golden Sun Auctions, Inc. is a full-service appraisal, auction and estate sale firm, specializing in fine art, Hollywood memorabilia, antique and period jewelry, coins, vintage collectible cars, fine watches, designer clothes and accessories, musical instruments, dolls, old toys and more. Dan Wilson and Suki Hilger are Certified Personal Property Appraisers and Certified Gemologists. Golden Sun Auctions, Inc. is always seeking quality consignments for future sales. To inquire about consigning a single item, an estate or a collection, you may call Dan Wilson or Suki Hilger at 714-916-8119; or, you can email them at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. To learn more about Golden Sun Auctions, log on to https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/278272_fine-jewelry-horse-asian-antiques-artwork/.