Santa Clarita Artists Association 

"Making Visual Art Visible"
non-profit 501(c)(3)

For over 30 years the Santa Clarita Artists Association has supported and encouraged local artists to create, share and grow their skills as visual artists. Please consider joining the Santa Clarita Artists Association to enjoy the benefits and opportunities to exhibit your art at our 6th Street Gallery and exhibits around town. Our general meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month, except July (Summer BBQ) and December (Holiday Party). Our monthly meetings are presently held at THE MAIN in Newhall at 6:30pm, with doors opening at 6:10pm.
​Our general meetings are FREE and open to the public. From the novice to the professional artists, ALL are welcome. 
Santa Clarita Artists Empowering Creativity. Join us.
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Call to Artists
Colors of the Rainbow
Show dates:
March 3, 2023 – April 9, 2023
ENTRY DEADLINE
February 16, 2023

 Entries should reflect the beauty and joy
that color brings to our world and our lives.
Important Dates:
Show Dates: March 3, 2023–April 9, 2023
Sign-up Deadline: Thursday, February 16, 2023
Drop-off Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 3:00-6:00
Artists Reception: Friday, March 3, 2023, 5:00-8:00
Pick-up Date:Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 3:00-6:00

February 13, 2023 General Meeting 6:30 at The MAIN Demo Artist Peter Morris 



Peter Morris is passionate about watercolor and has been painting for 30 years. About 10 years ago, he decided to try to paint every day and he has followed through on that plan to the present. He paints Plein Air of scenes with people, and scenic watercolors done in the classroom fromn his drawings. However, Peter is perhaps best known for his extensive sketching of people on the Metro Train. 

Peter exhibits his work at various shows throughout the year, some as part of a group and some as one man shows. Peter has published a few books which are collections of his work. Curbside LA. and Riding the Metro, Peter Morris: an Artist in the O.R. and Route 66 Watercolors, ​are available through Amazon.

Check out his website seelifeart.com to see more of his work.

Plein Air: Placerita Canyon Nature Center  9:00 am - 12:00 noon  Friday, February 17 2023

This month we will meet from 9 until 12 on February 17th at the Placerita Canyon Nature Center. Please come and join the SCAA Plein Air Artists. If you would like to be on the Plein Air email list, sign up through the website and join our meet-up group. Rain or extreme wind will cancel, but I will be there even if it gets cold.
Placerita Canyon is located off the Antelope Valley Freeway (14). Take the Placerita Canyon exit and go east. You will pass The Oak of the Golden Dream, then the entrance to the park will be on your right. There is a parking lot once you enter the park. We will meet in the parking lot near the riverbed close to the Nature Center.  If you arrive later, look by the stream area or call me to find our location.

Placerita Canyon Nature Center is a lovely location to draw or paint. I will be working with watercolors or maybe oils.  Bring what you need to draw or to paint. I hope it will still be green with water running in the riverbed. 

Call or email if you need further information.
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Meressa Naftulin
661.993.6251
Meressa922@gmail.com

 SCAA 6th Street Gallery

"Wishful Thinking"

 January 7, 2023  - February 19, 2023


This exhibit reflects positivity and optimism, hopes and dreams for a better world. 

 Gallery Hours
Gallery Opens at 11:00am the first Saturday each month /ARTree Flutterby at 11:00 am
All other Saturdays 1:00pm- 7:00pm
Sunday 11:00am- 5:00pm
Gallery hours are subject to change
Our Gallery is Open. Please stop by to see the artists works.
​For information contact scaartists01@gmail.com 

  We recommend to our guests/staff with concerns or health issues to wear masks indoors at their discretion.
CHECK OUT THE NEW CALL TO ARTIST THEMES! GET CREATIVE IN 2023!

In Memoriam - Michael Powell Artist and Teacher at ARTree



Santa Clarita Artist Association would like to express our deep condolences to our ARTree community on the passing of an accomplished artist and teacher Michael Powell.

Michael Power was a teacher and member of the ARTree board. He started teaching with ARTree in 2013. He was a very accomplished artist and taught many mediums and was well-known in AMP Up Your Art and the evening Drawing class. 

Michael was always willing to help with ARTree events and was the artist in charge of our Old Town Newhall chalk festival entry in 2018. Michael also led many projects in ARTree's Saturday open studio, Flutterby.
In his personal work, he preferred oils and acrylics, doing mainly portraits on canvas.
In 2018, he was featured in ARTree's Speaker Series held at the MAIN.
He had a love of music along with the visual arts. An accomplished bass player, Michael played at ARTree's Community Jam sessions, as well as with various other bands.
Michael was fond of saying, “I’ll take the moment” when something good happened, as well as “if you can see it, you can draw it,” encouraging budding artists to persevere.
We’ll miss his optimism, catch phrases and unwavering commitment.

Services will be held December 20th at 11am. Contact artree@theartree.org for details.

You will be missed Michael. Thank you for enriching so many lives. 

Art Around Town

ODDS N' ENDS FROM A MENTAL ATTIC - SCAA Artist Mike Farrell 
at the Newhall Community Center

Now until March 23, 2023
Come by and see the detailed pencil and color pencil drawing of this wonderful artist 
Mike Farrell

Newhall Community Center
22421 Market Street
Newhall, CA 
661-286-4004

8:00am - 8:00pm Monday-Friday
Hours vary on Saturday 
Closed on Sunday
Holiday hours may vary. 

Annie Hoffman - Figurative Solo Show at Gallery Los Olivos February 12, 2023 

All in the Month of February Annie Hoffman will be at the
​ Gallery Los Olivos Fine Art
Located at 2920 Grand Avenue Los, Olivos, CA 93441

Artist Reception:
Sunday February 12 from 1- 3pm
Located at 2920 Grand Avenue Los, Olivos, CA 93441

Be sure to stop by and check out her show!
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To see more of Annie's work please visit her website at
www.anniehoffmanart.com
www.gallerylosolivos.com

Classes

Vintage, Art, Collectables and More

ABE’S on MAIN proudly hosts SCAA members Sandy Fisher, Rosanne Haddad and Terry Sonntag. They offer their artwork among a mix of Antiques, Art, and Collectibles from over 20 vendors.

Affordable wall and cabinet spaces are currently available to rent. For information contact Terry at (661) 478-8935
Open Mon-Sat, 10-6 with parking available in back.

Abe’s on Main is located at:
24336 Main St. Old Town Newhall, CA 91321
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
10:00 to 6:00
Saturday & Sunday closed

Volunteer Opportunities at SCAA

Meet other artists, get involved in the community art scene, and give back to our Santa Clarita community.  Here are a few openings to consider.
SCAA Board is looking for:
  • Workshop Chair - this position will setup SCAA workshops! You get to know local artists and get to understand various media.
  • Gallery Assistant - This is a great opportunity for anyone in SCAA to get to understand the workings of a Gallery and to observe artists work.
  • Plein Air Assistant - You will be working with SCAA member Meressa Naftulin in assisting her with coordinating and attending painting outings! The artists visit some very nice local areas and paint out doors.
  • Fundraising Chair - We are looking for someone to take a seat on the board who has fundraising experience.
  • Next Gen - This position will work to ensure we are meeting the communities needs by providing art opportunities for Next Gen members
  • Or Join a Committee for a short volunteer experience.
  • Web/IT co-chair - you will work with webmaster to learn how to manage website updates. Must be knowledge on Weebly or willing to learn.
  • SCAA Newsletter Editor- Thank you Tobi Beck for volunteering for this position. 

For more information about these positions please contact Meressa Naftulin,  2023 President of SCAA 

January 2023 Newsletter Click Here!

Support your SCCA and SCAA Gallery

Check out SCAA Official Merchandise. "Art is Essential" and "Make Art Happen" Sweatshirt and T-Shirt Designs!  A percentage of each sale goes to support the Santa Clarita Artists Association. To purchase click on the link below.
Keep up to date on various SCAA and member events.
Contact Us
Phone: 661.732.0630
Email: scaartists01@gmail.com
Mailing Address:
26893 Bouquet Canyon Road, Suite C, #305
Santa Clarita, Ca 91350
Gallery Address:
22508 6th St, Ste E Newhall, CA 91321

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