Welcome to the Santa Clarita Artist Association

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 THE MAIN in Newhall at 6:30pm, will be held at Barnes and Noble starting in August 2023.
​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. Join us.

October 2023 Newsletter Click Here!
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Important Gallery Update

IMPORTANT NOTICE. Due to the unexpected construction outside our 6th Street Gallery changes to the dates of our upcoming shows need to be made immediately. Time estimate is based on communication from the property management is that the Gallery will not be easily accessible for around two weeks. The gallery will be dark. Member's solo two-week show will begin after that. The two remaining Gallery shows  have been shorten by a week each. We apologize for any inconvenience. Here are the new dates:

October 4- October 17    Freda Morrison Solo Show
October 19 - November 12    Picture Perfect    4-week show / Reception October 21
November 17- December 17 Honey I Shrunk the Art    5-week show​/ Reception November 18
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6th Street Gallery Show “Picture Perfect”
Show dates:
October 20, 2023 - November 12, 2023

“Picture Perfect” is a photography show. 
Important Dates:

Show Dates: October 20, 2023 - November 12, 2023
Drop-off Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 3:00-6:00
Artists Reception: Saturday, October 21 , 2023, 5:00-8:00
Pick-up Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 3:00-6:00
“Honey I Shrunk the Art” 
a small works show and gift boutique
Wall art should be no larger than 12”x12” before framing.
Show dates:
November 17 2023 – December 17 2023
ENTRY DEADLINE
October 26, 2023
 
Entries received early have the best chance of being selected as our postcard art!
Important Dates:
Show Dates:  November 17, 2023-December 17, 2023
Sign-up Deadline:  Thursday, October 26, 2023
Drop-off Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 3:00-5:00
Artists’ Reception : Saturday, November 18, 2023, 5:00-8:00
Pick-up Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 3:00-5:00

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Important Update on October and November General Meetings
Meeting will be held at 6:30pm
Valencia Park Club House
28201 North Park Dr. Valencia 
Come early to meet and mingle. 

October 16,2023: SCAA Art Classic Winner present their Art!
November 20, 2023 :Demo Artist 
December Holiday Party /TBA 

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SCAA Members in the Old Town Newhall Library! 

Season of Discovery
September 22- December 29,2023
City Reception October 5, 2023. 6:00pm - 7:30 pm

The Season of Discovery art exhibit will be held in the Old Town Newhall Library from September 22 to December 29. This exhibit is a collection of works from local artists' members of the Santa Clarita Artist Association. The art selected explores the wonder of nature, discovery, and beauty around. Artists include, Cathy King, Charlotte Mullich, Cheri Marcovitch, Debra Zednik, Gary Friedman, George Ivanyi, Howard Marcovitch, Idelle Okaman-Tyzber, Jane Mick, Joseph Jasik-Drdol, Karen Martinez, Laura Ledesma, Lisa Barr, Lynda Frautnick, LW Krebs, Meressa Naftulin, Naomi Young, Pam Rothman, Patty Haft, Sandy Fisher and Tobi Beck. There will be a city sponsored reception on October 5 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, and a second reception in December (TBA) sponsored by SCAA in partnership with the Santa Clarita International Film Festival (SCIFF) which will be held the week of December 7 to December 10.

                                    
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Plein Air: October 20, 2023  Plein Air, Fillmore, CA
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Fillmore, California
October 20, 2023
Welcome to Friday Morning Plein Aire Painting. 

The Santa Clarita Artist Association invites you to join our outdoor drawing group on October 20, 2023.  We meet from 9 until 12. This month we will meet in Fillmore at the fountain in front of City Hall, 250 Central Ave, Fillmore, CA. Please sign up through the website and join our meet-up group, members and non-members are welcome..
Fillmore is located west of Santa Clarita. The City Hall in Fillmore is easily found on Google maps.  To get there from Santa Clarita:
  • Take the 126 west.
  • Turn right onto Mountain View drive.
  • Turn left on to Santa Clara Ave 
If you miss the right turn onto Mountain View Drive, continue to Central Ave and turn right.  City Hall is on the corner of Central Ave and Santa Clara Ave.  Both right turns will bring you to City Hall. 
Looking forward to seeing you on October 20th!
Call or email if you need further information.
Hope to see you in Fillmore!

See you soon
Meressa Naftulin
661.993.6251
[email protected]



​ Art Classes in the Community

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 Chair - (January 2024) 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.
  • Or Join a Committee for a short volunteer experience.

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

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.
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