The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc.
Who We Are
Providing education, encouragement and experience in the visual arts
The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown, Inc. (SCAN) is a non- profit arts organization from Western Connecticut. 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.
Our activities include:
- Monthly art demonstrations
- Art Show & Sales
- Workshops
- Open Studio
- Bus trips in to visit art events
- Other art-related activities
Each month we publish SCAN INK, a newsletter for our members, which provides complete details about our programs.
We meet at the Newtown Meeting House at the Flag Pole, 31 Main Street (Route 25).
Happening Now...
53rd Annual SCAN Juried Art Show & Sale
53rd Annual SCAN Juried Art Show & Sale. April 8 – May 30, 2025 at Art & Frame
77 Main Street (Rt. 25) Newtown, CT 06470 All are welcome and admission is free. Hours: Monday - Saturday: 10 AM to 6 PM. Information for this event and prospectus is on the Exhibit Page.
Upcoming Events
DEMO: Rick Daskam
On Wednesday April 23, 2025 at 1:30pm, Rick Daskam will be demonstrating a Monhegan seascape 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.
WORKSHOP: STROKES OF MIDNIGHT: Pastel Nocturnal Painting With Christine Ivers
On Saturday May 3,2025, from 10am to 3pm, Christine Ivers will be offering a workshop on pastel nocturnal painting. This event will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT . (Lower Level). Registration is required. Information for this event is on the Education Page.
DEMO: Heidi Harrington
DEMO: Heidi Harrington
On Wednesday May 14, 2025 at 7:30pm, Heidi Harrington will be demonstrating portrait painting 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: William McCarthy
DEMO: William McCarthy
DEMO: Heidi Harrington
On Wednesday May 28, 2025 at 1:30pm, William McCarthy will be demonstrating painting atmospheric landscapes. 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: Dick McEvoy
DEMO: William McCarthy
DEMO: Dick McEvoy
On Wednesday June 11, 2025 at 1:30pm, Dick McEvoy will be demonstrating a palette knife painting 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.