Welcome to the Santa Clarita Artists Association

ART HAPPENS HERE.  Since 1989 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 presently held at Barnes and Nobles and begin promptly at 6:30pm with a professional guest demo artist. Doors opening at 6:00pm to meet and mingle. Our general meetings are FREE and open to the public. From the novice to the professional artists, ALL are welcome. 
​Non-profit 501(c)(3)
Santa Clarita Artists Empowering Creativity. 
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 SCAA Newsletter
 Editor: Bruce Mc Farland  
 

Call to Artists
Art Soup
January 16 - February 15
 SCAA Gallery Group Show

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Welcome, 2026! It’s a new year, giving new reason to celebrate the diversity of our artists in Art Soup - an open-themed member group show bringing us together for one hodge podge, hullabaloo of a good time - it’s an art party from A-Z!

SCAA Gallery invites you to go through your archives, pull out your favorites, and submit up to 4 letters of the alphabet. From “F”rogs and “W”indows to “S”ea shells and “Z”ebras - Our goal is to hit all 26 letters to celebrate the new year!
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About Art Soup: Work for this open-themed show may include any subject in any medium. While subjects need not be literal, they should easily reference the letter of the alphabet submitted. Ex. R for Rain should clearly indicate scenes, narrative, or mood of rain. NOTE: The title does not need to correspond to the letter of the alphabet, but the subject does. Ex. E for Eiffel Tower titled “Night in Paris” is perfectly acceptable!
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The selection committee may adjust your submission letter based on need. For instance, if the submission is P for Parrot, but the letter B is needed to complete the show, your letter may change to B for Bird. Our first priority will be to complete the alphabet and then we may consider letter duplication if space allows. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.

Important Dates
Exhibit Dates: January  16 - February  15
Reception: Saturday, January  17, 5-8 pm
Submission Deadline: Sunday, January  4
Notification: Tuesday, January  6
Artwork Drop Off: Tuesday, January  13, 3-6 pm
Artwork Pickup: Tuesday, February  17, 3-6 pm*
*SCAA is not responsible for artwork left at the Gallery after the scheduled pickup date/time.

Call to Artists
Vessels
​March 6 to April 4, 2026
SCAA Group Show



 SHOW PROSPECTUS: SCAA Gallery invites you to explore the subject of vessels as useful objects; containing, holding, carrying, or presenting. A vase offering petals of sympathy. A tea cup giving rest to the wings of a bird. More complexly simple, a vessel can also steal attention as a showstopper or a conversation piece, holding a beauty and form all its own. As well, the body, containing secrets and wisdom, thoughts and spirit, as beings that transcend purpose and understanding. Through boxes, sculpture, gourds, boats, and other unique containers in all media, we lift up the world’s mighty vessels and welcome your creativity in sharing these vast concepts with gallery visitors!.
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About Vessels: Work for this exhibit can expand all themes, subjects, scenes, and genres while keeping the vessel as a focal point throughout any narrative. Works that include the body as a vessel should take special note to convey the body as a vessel (in any intended context) to comply with the show theme and should not simply be a work of the body or human form on display. 2D and 3D Fine art mediums and artisan work, including aesthetically-led sculptural woodworking, pottery, and glass mediums are encouraged. No AI.

Important Dates
Exhibit Dates: March 6 - April 4, Closed Easter Sunday Reception: Saturday, March 7, 5-8 pm
Submission Deadline: Sunday, February  15
Notification: Tuesday, February b 17
Artwork Drop Off: Tuesday, March  3, 3-6 pm
Artwork Pickup: Tuesday, April  7, 3-6 pm*
*SCAA is not responsible for artwork left at the Gallery after the scheduled pickup date/time.

 SCAA Gallery​ on 6th Street, Old TownNewhall

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2026 SCAA Gallery Show Schedule:

  • Art Soup, January  16 - February  15 
    • Reception: January  17, 5-8
  • Rental opportunity, February b 20-22
  • Rental opportunity, February  27-Mar 1
  • Vessels, March 6 - April  4 
    • Reception: March 7, 5-8
  • Rustic Roots: The California West, April  10 - April  19
    • Reception: April  11, 5-8
  • ARTree Student Spring Show, April  24-26
  • Go Figure, May 1 - May 31
    • Reception: May 2, 5-8
    • OTN ArtWalk: May 16
  • Rental opportunity, June 5-7
  • Rental opportunity, June 12-14
  • Freshly Squeezed: Citrus Summer, Jun 18 - Jul 19
    • Reception: June 20, 5-8
  • Rental opportunity, July 24-26
  • Objectively Speaking, July 31 - August  30
    • Reception: August  1, 5-8
  • Sticks & Stones, September  4 - Sep 27
    • Reception: September  5, 5-8
  • Art Classic Winners' Weekend, October  2 - October  4
    • Events to be announced
  • Artist's Trick or Treat, October  9 - Nov 1
    • Reception: October  10, 5-8
  • In Pieces, November  6 - November 29
    • Reception: November  7, 5-8
    • Holiday Boutique, November  27-29 over Small Biz Saturday!
  • TBA Non-Profit Art Show, December  4-6
  • ARTree Student Winter Show, December  11-13
   SCAA GALLERY strives to highlight local artists in all stages of their artistic journeys and offers space for artist members to display original fine art for sale within Santa Clarita Valley.
Funding provided by Solar Optimum via the LA County Department of Arts and Culture Public Art in Private Development Program. (2024/2025)

SCAA Monthly General Meetings
Third Monday of the Month
New Location for 2026! 
Old Town Newhall Library
Meeting  6:00pm -7:30pm

January 26, 2026 
​Watercolorist Fatemeh Kian


“I love all sorts of art, from calligraphy, to acrylic. I do most of them from time to time, but my true passion is watercolor. When I mix color and water, when I put my brush on the paper, I find ultimate peace and comfort inside me.” — Fatemeh Kian

With over two decades of experience in the art world, Fatemeh Ayah Kian has mastered a variety of mediums, from acrylics and oils to the delicate art of watercolor. While her journey began in her home country, she has exhibited her work internationally and earned recognition both locally and abroad.

Fatemeh’s passion for watercolor stands out, and this dedication has led her to specialize in this medium. Alongside her artistic endeavors, she has pursued interior architecture studies, blending design principles with her artistic vision.

Fatemeh’s work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions, and she has developed a deep understanding of color theory and motif design. Her journey in the United States has been marked by continued growth, with many accomplishments and a rich portfolio.

Through this demo, Fatemeh looks forward to sharing her knowledge, techniques, and love for watercolor with fellow artists and enthusiasts. She also runs a YouTube channel called Simply Watercolor with Kian and teaches a Zoom painting class every Saturday morning.
January 26-Fatemeh Kian--Watercolor  Note change in date due to MLK Holiday on January 19
February 23- Leslie Hamilton (TBA Pastel, Gouache or Acrylic)
March 16 - Carol Roullard-Photography
April  20 TBA
May 16  TBA
June 15  TBA

Check back for the completed 2026 Artists demo List

 Plein Air Painting:  January 9, 2026
Friday Morning Plein Air Painting
January 9, 2026

This month we will hope the weather holds and we can meet at Vasquez Rocks. In November we were rained out. Hopefully sunny skies will prevail. 

Vasquez Rocks is named after Tiburcio Vasquez, an outlaw who stole a 500-pound ingot of silver and was found hiding amid the rocks that were later named after him. Blazing Saddles, Star Trek, The Flintstones and many other films, have used this location for filming.

We will be meeting from 9-12. I will arrive at the location about 8:45. We can meet in the parking lot of The Visitors Center. At 9 we will go off to our location. Tentatively we will be at the very last parking lot, parking lot 4, after 9. Please call if you are looking for me, 661.993.6251.

Vasquez Rocks is located off the 14 Freeway in Agua Dulce. Take the 14 Freeway to Exit 15 for Agua Dulce Cyn. Rd. Exit and turn left. Follow the road until it curves right onto Escondido Cyn. Rd. The park entrance will be down the road and to your right. Easy to find with GPS.

I hope to see you at Vasquez Rocks. Dress warmly, it may be cold. 
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Call or email if you need further information.
Meressa Naftulin
661.993.6251

Canyon Theatre Guild 
 Joyful Nature
Paintings by Charlotte Mullich
November 28 - December 23, 2025

Award-winning local artist Charlotte Mullich presents a one-woman show at the Canyon Theater Guild in Old TownNewhall
titled Joyful Nature, includes many of Mullich's nature-inspired animals and floral paintings. In her art, Mullich searches for the grace, strength and hope found in nature. Her watercolors paintings are layered in rich colors, and textures that highlights the elegance and beauty of nature.

Canyon Theatre Guild
24242 Main Street
Old Town Newhall .CA

Volunteer Opportunities

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:​
  • ​Hospitality Chair for the Art Classic 
  • Fundraising Chair - We are looking for someone to take a seat on the board who has fundraising experience.
  • Or Join a Committee for a volunteer experience.

For more information about these positions please contact Naomi Young - 2025 SCAA President

Commissioned by Solar Optimum through the LA County Department of Arts and Culture Public Art in Private Development program.
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Support SCAA

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