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CURRENT AND UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS AT SCAA GALLERY


Visions of the Valley at the SCAA Gallery

"Artistic Evolution" - April 29 to June 5

Santa Clarita Artist Association presents their new exhibit.
“Visions of the Vallery”
April 29 - June 5

At the SCAA Gallery, 22508 6th Street, Newhall, CA 91321.

Visions of the Valley portrays Santa Clarita people and places.

Artists: Jeffery Jackson, Patricia Thayer, Mike Farrell, Meressa Naftulin, Dody Rodgers, Olga Kaczmar, Meryl Goudey, Patricia O'Hearn, Chrystal Walker and Sandy Fisher.

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Our Gallery is open for this event! Please stop by to see the artists works.
​For information contact scaartists01@gmail.com or call Chrystal Walker @ (818) 322-5045

 Face masks are required if un-vaccinated. In accordance with Los Angeles County Public Health and the City of Santa Clarita. We strongly recommend all guests /staff wear masks indoors regardless of vaccination status.

SCAA MARCH GENERAL MEETING WITH ARTIST Christina Ramos

Christina Ramos will be demonstrating still life with acrylic on Monday, May 16th at the Main Theater, 24266 Main St. Newhall, CA, 91321.

This will also be broadcast on Zoom see below for the link.




Topic: SCAA General Meeting May
Time: May 16, 2022 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85624029549?pwd=UXZqV2VSaldvQ3BUNFVZa1kyOTVkUT09

Meeting ID: 856 2402 9549
Passcode: 752766






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Finch Acrylic on Canvas
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Ramos focuses on figurative realism and contemporary portraiture. Recognized by Southwest Art Magazine as a winner in their annual "Artistic Excellence" competition, as well as being a featured artist in Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine article "21 Figure Painting You Must See." Her unique style and imaginative subject matter has made her a favorite among collectors in the United States and Europe.

Ramos represents Golden Artist Colors Company as a demonstrator and is a painting instructor at the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art. Her paintings have been honored with awards from Max Ginsburg, Dean Mitchell, Tony Pro, Kristin Hoerth (Editor and Chief of Southwest Art Magazine), and Lisa Temper Hanover the Director and CEO of the James A. Michener Art Museum Ramos' work has been shown a the Museum of Latin American Art, San Diego Museum of the Living Artist, the Lancaster Museum of Art and History, the Santa Paula Museum of Art the International Museum of Contemporary Masters of Fine Art, the Pacific Asian Museum, the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum,the Pasadena Museum of History and many galleries throughout the United States. Her work has also been included in book series "Acrylic Works" (the best of acrylic painting) issues 2,3, 5, 7 as well as being a featured 
artist in American Art Collector, Fine Art Connoisseur, and Southwest Art Magazine.

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Sam - Acrylic on Aluminum panel
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Empty Nest - Acyrlic and Silver Leaf on birch panel

SCAA Call to Artist

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"Time and Space"
Work should express passage of time, age, places of new, young and old.
Show dates: June 24, 2022 - July 31, 2022

Deadline June 6!

To enter "Time and Space" click on the link below

Enter Call To Artists

SCAA Announces Winner of the 2022 Art Scholarship

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Emily Tian - "Forget me not" - Digital Art
Emily Tian was named the award winner of the Santa Clarita Artists Association first place scholarship of $1,000. Tian is a senior at the Saugus High School. She has chosen to attend the University of California Santa Barbara.
"I currently hope to double major, with one of the majors being art. I plan to become a freelance digital illustrator and concept artist," she said.

"Not only is Emily's art exceptional, she also presented herself during the interview with the committee with poise, intelligence and explained he art beautifully," said Laurie Morgan, Scholarship Chair.
The SCAA gives annual scholarship awards to qualifying high school students who are planning to continue their art education.

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Emily Tian - "Heavy Clouds, Progressing Autumn" - Digital Art

Friday Morning Plein Air

Painting Choose  your spot! Plein Air meets in the Hart Park Friday, May 20

This month Plein Air will be held on Friday, May 20, 2022 at Hart Park
in Santa Clarita at 9:00 am.


Enter the driveway by the roundabout and look for parking by the gift shop.
There are many environments to chose for painting or sketching.
The animals will be on display,the restored train station is picturesque and
people will be arriving to picnic and walk the trails. Water and restrooms are
convenient.
Hardy souls may wish to hike up to the Hart house for vistas of the valley and the bison herd.
Call me if you have any questions or concerns.

Hope to see you May 20 at 9 am.

Call or email if you need further information.
Meressa Naftulin 661.993.6251 Meressa922@gmail.com
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"Sketch In" Night at El Trocadero

“Sketch In” night at El Trocadero 24274 Main St., Old Town Newhall Come support the band, “All Washed Up”playing golden oldies & folk. Have a bite or sip while you sketch and socialize - 6 to 9 pm- Wednesdays. Good food, Good music. Support local business.

Look what Santa Clarita Art Members are doing around the town!


OPENING CANYON GALLERY GUILD - ARTIST Laurie Morgan

Solo Art Show at the Canyon Theatre Guild Vernon Gallery
SCAA Artist Laurie Morgan
"The World Through My Eyes"

Show opens March 13, 2022 and runs through July 11th, 2022

Artist Reception; Saturday, May 21, 2-5 PM


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Jose Barba - "How to paint Seascape" at ARTree.

SCAA artist Jose Barba will be offering his course on "How to Paint Seascapes". If you would like learn how to paint seascapes you will want to sign up for Tony's class!

When and Where to sign up?
Workshop is April 30 - May 21st
Time: 2-4pm

Check with ARTree for sign up and cost.
https://www.theartree.org/
Call 661-383-9266
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Artist Jose Barba

Jose Barba - "Painting Landscapes with Acrylics"

If you enjoyed "How to paint Seascapes" sign up for Artist Jose Barba's next class! This class starts June 6th on Monday nights you will learn how to paint landscapes using acrylic paints.




Monday June 6th
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost is 100.00
Register on the ARTree website.
https://www.theartree.org/
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Coming Soon - City of Santa Clarita "Pencil and Charcoal"

“Pencil and Charcoal " showcases the use of charcoal and pencil as artistic tools is one of the oldest art tools and continues to be of great use today. The use of these mediums can be rewarding in the way they can be rendered either through blending, smudging, or even erasing to create bold and detailed subjects. This exhibit showcases the various artistic techniques with the use of pencil and charcoal as the primary medium. Ranging from realistic portraits, sketches, and even colored abstract pieces displays the artistic range of this group show.

Artist Reception Wednesday, April 27 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
First Floor Gallery at City Hall
23920 Valencia Blvd #120
Valencia, CA 91355


To learn more about “Pencil and Charcoal” and upcoming art opportunities with the city of Santa Clarita, please contact Sydney Adam at sadam@santa-clarita.com

Here is a list of SCAA members who will be participating, Bob Hernandez, Kathy Gonzales, Leslie Halberg, Mardilan Lee Georgio, Mike Farrell, Olga Kaczmar, Qiana Tarlow, and Tim Mullich


Stop by Abe's on Main Street Newhall

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Artist Sandy Fisher and her work
Sandy Fisher invites you to Old Town Newhall, the arts district for Santa Clarita,
where residents can see a play, hear live music, view original art in the number of
locations, shop in unique boutiques and enjoy a variety of upscale dining experiences. Having a place like Abe's on Main to showcase my art has been a real joy. While word of mount spreads about my art. I continue to offer a selection of paintings, prints, greeting cards, and discounted unframed art and other art related gift items at reasonable prices.

Terry Sonntag has work showing as well at Abe's so come and see Sandy and Terry's work.

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

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Artist Terry Sonntag

TRY OUT YOUR DRAWING SKILLS AT ARTREE
www.theartree.org

Teens & Adults Life Drawing

The last Thursday of every month, ARTree has ongoing Drawing: Focus on People class will have a live, clothed model in attendance. Members of the community are welcome to join this single session at our by-the-day rate.
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Volunteer Opportunities at SCAA!

If you ever wanted to give back to your community and enjoy art here are a few openings for you to consider!
SCAA Board is looking for:
  • Workshop Chair - this position will setup SCAA workshops! You get to know local artist 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 artist 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.

For more information contact Kathy Gonzales President of SCAA at 661-713-5924 or email Jazkg1@gmail.com

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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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