Au Revoir Monsieur Gaudet
A memorable evening celebrating Norman Gaudet’s retirement as Head of School at TFS, marked by the unveiling of his official portrait. Hosted beautifully by Sonia Mirbaha and Yashar Fatehi, the night was a heartfelt Au Revoir — full of gratitude, community, and a send-off worthy of Monsieur Gaudet.
OCAD U Gala 2026
On May 27, OCAD U brought Toronto’s art and design community together for an unforgettable evening in support of student bursaries and the next generation of creative talent. As a Gala Committee member and participating artist, I was honoured to have my painting Before the Guests Arrive included in the live auction — and thrilled to see it sell above estimate in a room filled with artists, collectors, supporters, and luminaries including Isadore and Rosalie Sharp.
Inaugural OCAD U Gala
Toronto’s inaugural OCAD University Gala brought together art, education, and philanthropy in a vibrant celebration of emerging talent—highlighted by the successful auction of my painting, Château Saint Martin.
Reflection & Gratitude
Honoured to be featured in OCAD U’s Alum Spotlight and to support the inaugural Gala as a committee member and sponsor—grateful to give back to the community that shaped my creative journey.
The Blank Canvas
In my latest YouTube video, I show how I build a custom oil painting panel inspired by Rembrandt’s techniques—combining birch, linen, and a sand-based ground—made to fit a restored 19th-century Parisian frame.
The Power Plant Gala: Garden of Magical Thinking
Painting, Imagination & Abstraction
I gave a keynote presentation on March 20th at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery for a group of medical professionals. Hosted by not-for-profit organization Art in Medicine (Aim)
Art Basel Miami 2023
I attended the high-profile show this year: Here's the scoop from a painter’s point-of-view
Sun-Thickened Linseed Oil
How I created sun-thickened linseed oil, like the old masters.
Chasing Rembrandt Through New York City.
My quest to see every Rembrandt still in existence, takes me to The Big Apple - New York, where there’s more to see than 17th century masterpieces.
Artist Project 2023
Booth#213 Jordin Mimran at Artist Project 2023 in Toronto
In Search of the Masters of Boston.
I made a pilgrimage to Beantown, in search of awe inspiring oil paintings - I wasn’t disappointed. Boston is a great city to experience world-class museums with artists like John Singer Sargent, Rembrandt and John Singleton Copley