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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. . .

Summer Show & Fundraiser for Ukraine

On Saturday July 2 though Wednesday August 31st, 2022 The Summer Show is at the Newtown Library, 25 Main St, Newtown, CT.  Includided in this show of members art, SCAN is sponsoring an Art fundraiser to benefit Jose's Andre's World Kitchen's relief efforts for Ukraine.

Upcoming Events

DEMO: John Forgione

DEMO: John Forgione

DEMO: John Forgione

On Wednesday  August 10th at 7:30,  John Forgione will demonstrate painting a landscape in oil.  This event will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.

DEMO: Melody Asbury

DEMO: John Forgione

DEMO: John Forgione

On Wednesday  August 24th at 1:30,  Melody Asbury will demonstrate painting an animal in oil.  This event will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.


DEMO: Jim Laurino

Art Fair (Newtown)

Art Fair (Newtown)

On Wednesday  September 14 at 7:30,  Jim Laurino will paint. Demonstration will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.

Art Fair (Newtown)

Art Fair (Newtown)

Art Fair (Newtown)

On Saturday  September 17, 2022, SCAN will be at the Art Fair at Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose Street, Newtown, CT 06470. There will be art works available for purchase and we will be continuing our fundraiser to benefit Ukraine.


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 Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level).  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 Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.

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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