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
DEMO: Karen Israel
DEMO: Karen Israel
DEMO: Karen Israel
On Wednesday September 27, 2023 at 1:30pm, Karen Israel will be demonstrating a pastel. 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: Liz Rosiello
DEMO: Karen Israel
DEMO: Karen Israel
On Wednesday October 11, 2023 at 7:30pm, Liz Rosiello will be demonstrating in watercolor of flowers. This event will be at The Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street in Newtown, CT (lower Level). All are welcome and admission is free.
Members Show
DEMO: Karen Israel
DEMO: Frank Bruckmann
Friday October 20 through Sunday October 22, 2023 from 10AM to4PM, SCAN Members 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. Prospectus on the Exhibit Page.
DEMO: Frank Bruckmann
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
DEMO: Frank Bruckmann
On Wednesday October 25, 2023 at 1:30pm, Karen Israel will be demonstrating a still life 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.
Pastel Workshop with Chris Ivers
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
Abstract Painting Workshop with Roberta Shea
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.
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.