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. 
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 SCAA Newsletter
 Editor: Bruce Mc Farland  
 

SCAA Gallery Group Show
Highwire: Under the Big Top
October 3 - November 2, 2025 

Get ready for a spectacular show that dazzles and delights as we go “Under the Big Top” in this circus-themed exhibition. From the contemporary likes of Cirque du Soleil to the vintage wonders of fire-jumping motorcycles, knife-throwers, human cannonballs, and every sideshow freak in between. There are SO MANY creative ways to bring the circus to life!
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About HighWire: Work for this exhibit should bring guests into the circus through themed subjects and vibrant color. Artists are encouraged to be creative across all mediums and styles. Additional inspiration: Food/decor, lights, balloons, red/white stripes, ringmaster, lion tamer, trapeze artists, dancers on horses, stilt walkers, fire spinners, clowns and jugglers, circus tickets, sideshow characters, unicyclists, and animals in regalia.

Artwork shown at SCAA Gallery in the last 2 years or that does not encapsulate the circus theme will not be considered.

Important Dates
Entry Deadline: September  14 
Notification: September  16
Exhibit Dates: October  3 - Nov 2 
Reception: October 4, 5-8pm

Call to Artists
SCAA Gallery Group Show
Reflections
November 14- December 14, 2025

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SHOW PROSPECTUSIt’s time to reflect, literally and conceptually. As the end of 2025 draws near, the season of reflection enters in bringing Reflections, a dynamic exploration of perception and reality through mirrors, light, shadow, emotional concepts of contemplation, and the intricate beauty found in reflective surfaces.
 
About Reflections: Work for this exhibit should convey mirrored or reflective perspectives and the interplay of light and shadow. Artists are also welcome to explore emotional and conceptual aspects of reflection, such as introspection, self-discovery, or the ephemeral nature of time. Artwork shown at SCAA Gallery in the last 2 years or that does not encapsulate the theme will not be considered. All artwork must be for sale with all mediums encouraged. 
 
Calls to Artists are open to current SCAA members 16 years and older. 
Non-members may join the association to be eligible for entry.
 
Important Dates
​Entry Deadline: Sunday, October  26
Notification: Tuesday, October  28
Exhibit Dates: November  14 - December  14
Reception: Saturday, November  15, 12-3 pm (before the OTN Tree Lighting)

 SCAA Gallery​ on 6th Street, Old TownNewhall

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2025 SCAA Gallery Show Schedule:

  • Bridge to Home January 10-12
  • Signature You January 17-February 16, Reception: 1/18 5-8pm
  • Pet Palooza February 21-March 23 Reception: 2/22 5-8pm
  • Michelle Miracle March 28-30
  • Western Close-Up April 4-19, Reception: 4/5 5-8pm
  • Things With Wings April 25-May 25,√: 4/26 5-8pm
  • ARTree Students May 30-June 1
  • POP UP Anything Goes!  June 6-8
  • POP UP Anything Goes! June 13-15
  • Black & White June 19th-July 27, Rec: 6/21 5-8pm
  • POP UP Anything Goes!  August 1- 3 
  • POP UP Anything Goes! August 8-10
  • Abstracted August 15th-September 21, Rec: 8/16 5-8pm
  • Audrey Parker September 26-28
  • HighWire: Under the Big Top October 3-November 2, Reception: 10/4 5-8pm
  • ARTree Students November 7-9
  • Reflections November 14-December 14,  Reception: 11/15 12-3pm
   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)

Monthly General Meetings
Third Monday of the Month
October 20, 2025 
Art Classic winners talk about their works and inspiration.

 Plein Air Painting: October 24, 2025

 Placerita  Canyon
Friday Morning 9 am-12 pm
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Welcome to Friday Morning Plein Air Painting. We will meet from 9 until 12 on October 24, 2025, 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.
Placerita Canyon is located off the Antelope Valley Fwy (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. It is in front of the Nature Center. We will meet in the parking lot by the Nature Center. There are many opportunities to paint in this area.  
Placerita Canyon Nature Center is a lovely location to draw or paint. This month Doug Delaney will be hosting the event while I am out of town. Please come and sketch, work on value studies, or paint a quick watercolor. Bring what you need to draw or to paint.  Outdoor painting is a great way to enjoy the outdoors! 
Hope to see you there,
Meressa Naftulin
 
Call or text Doug Delaney if you need further information.
916.949.0563

 

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:​
  • Art Festival Chair- Coordinate SCAA Art Festival 
  • 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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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.
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