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.
We meet in the historic Newtown Meeting House at the Flag Pole, 31 Main Street
(Route 25).
Upcoming Events
Pastel Workshop with Chris Ivers
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
Pastel Workshop with Chris Ivers
On Saturday November 4, 2023 at 10am to 4pm, Chris Ivers will be offering a one day workshop. This workshop is for all skill levels and will be held at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). To register, send in see Education Page on this website for instructions.
DEMO: Diane Rogers
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
Pastel Workshop with Chris Ivers
On Wednesday November 8, 2023 at 1:30pm, Diane Rogers will be demonstrating. This event will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
On Saturday November 18, 2023 at 10am to 3pm, Roberta Shea will be offering a one day workshop. This workshop is for all skill levels and will be held at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). To register, send in see Education Page on this website for instructions.
Small Works Show & Sale
Color in Winter Show & Sale
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
On Saturday December 2, 2023 from 10AM to4PM, SCAN Member's Small Works Show will be on Exhibit. 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: Katy Despot
Color in Winter Show & Sale
Color in Winter Show & Sale
On Wednesday December 6, 2023 at 1:30pm, Katy Despot will be demonstrating a pastel portrait. This event will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.
Color in Winter Show & Sale
Color in Winter Show & Sale
Color in Winter Show & Sale
January 5 through February 29, 2024 from 8AM to4:30PM weekdays, the Color in Winter Show will be on Exhibit. This event will be at The Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose Street in Newtown, CT. All are welcome and admission is free.