This Father-Daughter Duo Just Blended High Fashion and Fine Art in a Spectacular NY Gala
photos courtesy of Joel Mitnick’s Facebook page
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, What happens when an award-winning graphic designer turned master oil painter teams up with his luxury fashion curation daughter? You get an unforgettable night where fine art meets high-end style.
On June 24, the IO Arts Center in Palisades, New York, became the vibrant backdrop for a unique collaborative event. The evening featured a stunning Gala Fashion Show by Erica Sabag Luxury Consignment effortlessly paired with an exclusive Gallery Show by renowned local artist and instructor Joel Mitnick.
This brilliant father-daughter showcase perfectly bridged the worlds of classic visual arts and modern luxury design.
From Broadway Branding to Fine Art Oil Painting
If you’ve spent time in the North Jersey art scene, you likely know Joel Mitnick as a passionate instructor at the Ridgewood Art Institute. But his journey to the easel spans a legendary career in commercial design:
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The Foundation: A graduate of NYC’s High School of Music & Art and Pratt Institute (BFA in Advertising Design & Visual Communications), Mitnick later returned to Pratt as an Adjunct Professor.
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Commercial Success: He founded Joel Mitnick Design, Inc. in Englewood, New Jersey, earning prestigious accolades from the Art Directors Club and AIGA for his branding work on iconic Broadway shows and feature films.
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The Transition to Fine Art: Over the last decade, Mitnick channeled his creative genius into classic oil painting, specializing in breathtaking Portraits, Landscapes, and Still Lifes.
An Award-Winning Legacy on Display
Attendees at the IO Arts Center gala were treated to a curated collection of Mitnick’s favorite works. His transition to fine art has been highly decorated, making the gallery display a true must-see for regional art lovers. Mitnick’s honors include:
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Multiple “Red Dot” Awards for Excellence in Portraiture from the historic Art Students League in New York.
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The Hudson Valley Art Association Award for his still life work, presented at a juried exhibition right here at the Ridgewood Art Institute.
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Frequent placement in the coveted FAV 15% (the jury’s top favorite entries) in global Bold Brush Painting competitions.
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A sweep of top honors—including the Award of Excellence, Silver, and Bronze Awards—from the Camelback Gallery Juried Competitions.
Paired with the runway elegance brought by Erica Lauren Sabag’s luxury consignment curation, the evening was a powerful celebration of family talent, community pride, and creative evolution.
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