Who are we?

The Society of Catholic Artists is for those engaged as professional or amateurs in the various disciplines of the visual arts, and for all those who recognise the value of the artist as an evangelist assisting in the pastoral work of the Church.

Our membership includes painters, stone and metal sculptors, architects, stained glass artists, silversmiths, potters, iconographers, and more. The SCA, which was founded in 1929 as part of the centenary celebrations for Catholic emancipation in Britain, was originally known as the Guild of Catholic Artists and Craftsmen. Membership is open not only to practising Catholic artists, and artists with Catholic affiliations, but also all Catholics interested in the visual arts.

It has always aimed at raising the standard of religious art and encouraging a bond of spiritual awareness and Christian fellowship among artists, as well as being available to advise prospective patrons and to recommend suitable artists for commissions. Members have been responsible for major artistic work for cathedrals and churches throughout Britain.

A varied programme of meetings, outings and talks by eminent artists and art historians is arranged each year together with exhibitions and workshops. In addition, members receive the Society's magazine, the "Bulletin", to which they are encouraged to contribute.

Do you want to join us?

Email mj.sibtain@virgin.net to send your details or write to:

M. Davey, The Garden Flat, 36 Warham Road, South Croydon, Surrey CR2 6LA