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The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.

The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.

Who We Are

Providing education, encouragement and experience in the visual arts

For fifty-two years, The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc. (SCAN) has been a non- profit arts organization from Western Connecticut and surrounding areas. Our goal is to support artists and promote the visual arts.  For more than half a century SCAN members, artists of all skill levels, and art enthusiasts have been sharing their knowledge of a variety of media including watercolor, oil, acrylic, mixed media and sculpture.


Our activities include:

  • Twice-monthly art demonstrations featuring professional artists during most of the year
  • Several Art Show & Sale events each year
  • Classes & Workshops with practicing artists
  •  Informal “Drop-in” sketch sessions with models and other educational opportunities
  • An Open Studio for members 
  • Awarding scholarships annually to outstanding graduating seniors who have been accepted at an art school 
  • Annual trip in the Spring to visit art events & places of interest in the Metro New York area
  • Other art-related activities throughout the year


Each month we publish SCAN INK, a newsletter for our members, which provides complete details about our programs. Members also receive several exclusive benefits detailed on our membership page.


In the best interest of our members, SCAN asks that anyone participating in any SCAN activities (such as classes, Open Studio, art workshops and demonstrations)
is f
ully vaccinated against COVID-19.


We meet in the historic Newtown Meeting House at the Flag Pole, 31 Main Street 

(Route 25).

Happening Now. . .

2022 Annual Juried Art Show & Show

April 1 – May 26, 2022 to be held at Art & Frame  77 Main Street (Rt. 25)  Newtown, CT.  Reception & Awards Ceremony  Saturday, April 2, 2022: 6 - 8 PM  Awards Presentation:  7 PM. 

Upcoming Events

DEMO Anda Styler

Fundraiser for Ukraine

DEMO Jacqueline Jones

On Wednesday  May 11, 2022 at 5:00pm, Anda Styler will will present a demonstration / critique using acetate entitled “How to Transform Your Painting Using Acetate”. Demonstration will be at The Newtown Library on Main Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.


DEMO Jacqueline Jones

Fundraiser for Ukraine

DEMO Jacqueline Jones

On Wednesday  May 25, 2022 at 5:00pm, Jacqueline Jones will will demonstrate painting water Lillies in oil. Demonstration will be at The  Newtown Library on Main Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.


Fundraiser for Ukraine

Fundraiser for Ukraine

Fundraiser for Ukraine

On Friday May 27th 10:00am to 7:00pm and Saturday May 28th 10:00am to 6:00pm.  Reception on Friday from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, SCAN is sponsoring an Art fundraiser to benefit Jose's Andre's World Kitchen's relief efforts for Ukraine, at Art & Frame  77 Main Street (Rt. 25)  Newtown, CT.


Ongoing Events

Open Studio(ongoing)

Plein Air Painting (ongoing - for members only)

Open Studio(ongoing)

Painting and drawing studio sessions, the first three Wednesdays of the month from 1pm to 4pm.  Fee: $5.00 for members and $8.00 for non-members.  Held at the Newtown Community Center, 8 Simpson St, Newtown, CT 06470.  Fully vaccinated participants.

ARTIST DEMOS

Plein Air Painting (ongoing - for members only)

Open Studio(ongoing)

In Person Demonstrations 

Two sessions (an evening & an afternoon) during most months
Held at the CH Booth Library, 25 Main St, Newtown, CT 06470

Plein Air Painting (ongoing - for members only)

Plein Air Painting (ongoing - for members only)

Plein Air Painting (ongoing - for members only)

When weather permits. Please contact SCAN if you would like to participate.

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The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.

SCAN, P. O. Box 41, Newtown, CT 06470

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