Federico To Offer Next SCAN Program

The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown (SCAN) is pleased to announce it will host Frank Federico for a return to SCAN to paint a still life, which he will set up. This time this versatile artist will be painting in gouache, a water-based paint.

The free demo will take place on Wednesday afternoon, October 25, at 1:30, at Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main Street (at the flagpole).

Frank Federico began his career as a boy in New Orleans. He painted vibrant landscapes of the bayou and sketched jazz musicians who played the clubs along Bourbon Street. Jazz played a significant influence on his art. In continuing his love for jazz, Mr Federico is a founding member of the Litchfield Jazz Festival and his art can be viewed annually at the event.

At home in Litchfield, Mr Federico is celebrated as both a master artist and teacher, having won awards from American Watercolor Society, Pastel Society of America, and International Association of Pastel Societies. He leads art workshops locally and internationally.

Recognition of his vibrant painting and style has appeared in numerous publications and in March 2005, American Artist magazine featured his work in a six-page article.

Mr Federico has exhibited in many one-man and group shows, including international exhibitions in Tokyo and Stockholm. He holds elected/signature artist membership in Allied Artists of America, Pastel Society of America, Degas Pastel Society, National Watercolor Society and Rockport Art Association.

Reservations are not needed to attend the SCAN program. Additional information is available by calling 426-6654.