If you love the idea of working with other creative people in a positive, creative, and supportive environment, nothing will inspire you like being a member of "Light Study". Light Study is a purpose driven meetup. It is for advanced photographers to develop and master skills of studio lighting and photography, to come and share their knowledge and develop new skills and techniques, and for models, hairstylists, and make-up artist to work with these photographers, to push the limits of their cre …

What strikes your fancy for a future Renegade themed workshop? * Old Hollywood? * Caravaggio Influence lighting? * Film Noir? View Renegade photos from the last shoot here. About Renegade Photo Shoots Renegade Photo Shoots does photo education and adventure differently. We create assignments and environments that not only test a photographer's creative and technical skills, but also comfort level. Renegade shoots are eclectic, unexpected, varied and will always have a dash of "Wow, you did w …

This group is for photographers and models to meet and set up some group photoshoots. There will also be workshops given to those that are interested in learning about lighting, studio set ups, location shoots etc. We will be shooting all types of styles from casual, glamour, boudoir, fashion, and artistic nudes

This group is dedicated to bringing you a constant selection of the best models available, period. Model Madness focuses on more than just studio shoots. We are constantly on the prowl to seek out cool Bay Area locations that are a little on the 'edgy' side, and then we get the right model for that location. Our shoots include Fashion, Glamour, Implied, and Artistic Nudes. We also provide a variety of alternative styles, themes, and techniques to keep things interesting (grunge, bondage, chroma- …

LAST MINUTE POST --- We did SantaCon YountVegas last year, now let's hit San Fran SantaCon with its naked challenge. Join us around 2:30pm in Washington Square Park (Columbus and Washington in San Fran's Little Italy area). We are the official photographers for the event. We can create ad hoc photo set-ups in the park so bring flash and smaller portable studio lighting. We'll 'invite' the best Santas and elves to pose. SantaCon is a massive pub crawl with loads of photo opportunities. It's a com …

This group has been established for photographers, models, MUAs, hair stylists, wardrobe stylists, and designers interested in the art of fashion, editorial, lifestyle, fitness, pin-up, swimsuit and lingerie photo shoots. The type of events scheduled should appeal to all skill levels, from the newbie to the aspiring professional. It's all about a community approach in helping each other grow as professionals while having alot of fun in the process. It'll also allow you to get some great shots fo …

Welcome to the Bay Area Photography Events Meetup Group ! Our group is open to all photographers regardless of your current level of knowledge about photography, the kind of photography that you enjoy doing or the type of camera that you use. We sponsor a variety of photography related events - photo shoots, lectures, classes, and workshops. We also welcome your suggestions about the kind of events that you would like to have us offer. If you have a special skill or knowledge that you would like …

Fuel your passion and take your creativity to the next level, learn how to develop a signature style, start a career in photography, network with successful photographers, learn valuable business and life skills, be inspired and mentored by world class photographer - Scott Robert Lim. For more lighting, posing & inspirational photography tips go to our school link - http://www.scottrobertworkshop.com Check out Scott Robert Lim's award winning images - http://scottrobertgallery.com/ Scott …

This group is for the model photography enthusiast in the Bay Area; beginner and advanced, looking to expand their portfolio. Why I started this group: I do location and themed shoots on my own. However, things can get costly. So perhaps to help solve this issue, I decided to announce my upcoming shoots here. If you likes the current concept or theme and want to chip in, you can RSVP and join me. You can also suggest a theme for the next shoot. We'll stick with the group shoot format we're famil …

Bay Area Photography Shoots and Workshops All Photographers, Models, Make-up Artist are Welcome to join this Meetup group! Welcome to Bay Area Photography Workshops Meetup! This group is open to all level of photographers from beginners to professionals, and models to stylist at any level. If you have a pssion for photography and want to learn more about the craft then this is the group for you. We will be offer meetings, classes, workshops and group outings in studios and on locations all over  …

About this Group This group is primarily focused on but not limited to Off-Camera Flash Photography (Strobist). Who should join this group? How to be a better photographer? practice, practice and practice.  It's what this meetup group was formed for. Want to know how to use off-camera flash? (Off-Camera Flash Photography) Want to be a better strobist on location under different lighting conditions? (Location Photography) Want to CONSISTENTLY produce professional quality photos outdoor? Are you …

Have you ever wanted to shoot models or concepts with a team? Are you looking for shoots that go beyond the pretty face and location? Have you ever had a creative moment, but just didn't have the means to get it done? Are you a model or stylist looking for an opportunity to collaborate and/or build your portfolio? If so, then this photography group is for you. Dragonfly photography is a concept driven photography group that aims to assist creative photographers, models, stylists and designers to …

We are doing this Test Shoot once a month to give a platform for the talented up and coming Fashion Designers of the Bay Area. It will be pure ALTA MODA (High Fasion) supported by the brightest Make-Up Artist, Hair Stylist and Wardrobe Stylist. I would like to invite every creative talent in the Fashion Industry and the Photographers to join and shoot with us if you are trying to update your portfolio with some high fashion images. Our first TEST SHOOT  will be on March 4, 2012 Sunday. First cli …

Who this group is for? Photographers: We offer Workshops, Classes and & Group Photo Shoots with primary focus on Glamour & Fashion Photography along with add on flavors of Boudoir & Swimsuit Photography. We encourage both male and female Photographers, to join our groups. Any experience level is welcome to join. We will help the newbies to become successful and experienced will share their wisdom. Clothing Designers: we are also looking for clothing designers who would be interested in featur …

This group is dedicated to photography at locations all over California but mainly Northern California. If you look at the "We're About" area to the left, you will find genres that don't seem to belong together in one group. Normally I would agree, but with Safari Shooting, you could be shooting great landscapes, waterfalls or nature one day and the next meetup could be Fashion at a Ghost Town in the middle of nowhere. The purpose of this group is not to be confined to one type of photgraphy an …

Based in the San Francisco/East Bay Area, and founded in 1995, AMPP is a organization of professional photographers from a variety of disciplines and specialties. Our Mission Mentor, educate, support and foster fellowship among professional photographers Enhance community awareness and confidence in, professional photography and its creators Raise the level of professionalism and skills of photographers serving the minority community Increase visibility of minority photographers and subject …

I would like to create events where people get together to take portraits of each other. I came up with this idea of creating this group, because I own a Nikon DSLR and found that it is hard to take pictures of myself with this clunky camera, so instead I have lots of photos of friends but not much photos of myself. I figure there should be lots of people out there in same predicament as me. so the idea is we come with interesting and adventurous locations where we can bring our cameras and help …

This group was inspired by the hundreds of workshops I have given all over the US. Photographers were asking for ways to build their portfolios with high quality images and unique concepts. They were running out of ideas / did not have ideas, could not find models, locations or sets and were hitting a wall. After all a photography web-site filled with photos of your dog or your own children might not say "professional" in a way you want it to. This is what we will do here. The instructors will a …

Do you want to learn about fashion photography from an industry pro? Leon Saperstein has been working in Paris, France, and New York for the past 12 years, and is now coming to teach in California.

We are a community of performers, models,  producers, directors, production professionals, make up artists, and film goers. We meet regularly to collaborate on producing films and other projects. We also watch films and critique them.  We also have events of interest to people interested in still photography. We will share our knowledge and skills with one another. We will support each other in achieving our aspirations and realizing our dreams. Most of our events are free and open to all.

This group is intended for those who share the same passion, photography! From beginners to professionals, we're all here to learn, have fun, and shoot like crazy! Formerly Lodi & Stockton Photography Group. We are in the process of making up a curriculum for our new local meet-up group.  With David stepping down, I have volunteered to be organizer, and my friend (and fellow meetup member) Tiffany Lykins will be co-organizer! We are both very excited to get this new group started.  Here is what …

The Society of Model Photographers (SoMP) welcomes all photographers, models, make-up artists, and stylists who want to work together to create stunning photographs. All are welcome to this group from amateurs to professionals. You must be 18 years or older to join this group. We will be focused on beauty, glamour, portrait, and fashion model photography. Join this group if you are looking to learn photography, expand your portfolio, gain new techniques, and learn about upcoming photographic eq …

This is a Modeling Workshop Group dedicated to new models entering the world of Fashion, Commercial and Lifestyle print modeling. It's a 4 hour workshop / training to teach you on how to project in front of the camera conducted by experienced Agency models and photographers. Sign up now and become a member to receive notices on our up-coming workshops. Our FIRST WORKSHOP will be in Janaury 27, 2013 SUNDAY @ 11:00 am.

This is a friendly group for Photographers, Models and Make-up Artist. Photographers can participate in discussion, workshops and photo shoots to improve their skills in photography, portraiture, lighting, compositing, etc. All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join. There are no requirements, but owning a digital camera would be helpful, but, most importantly, a desire to become a better photographer. A DSLR will be used for most discussions but members are not required to own a DSLR, …

This is a Bay Area meetup group for photographers, models and makeup artists to get together. Let's take great photos and share with each other. If you like photography or modelling, you will find this group interesting. It doesn't matter you are a beginner or expert; it doesn't matter you are a landscape, portrait, iphone or sports photographer; it doesn't matter you are a fashion, art, glamour model or aspiring model; you will always find refreshing ideas and learn new techniques from fellow …

Who are we? We are a group for the fashion industry. We are photographers, models, designers, makeup artists, hair stylists, clothing stylists and everyone else involved in the creation of fashion. This group is here to network, create, and nurture new and veteran fashion insiders, bring teams together, and have fun. We are all inclusive, you will not be turned away if you are not yet in the industry. We welcome students and those interested in starting in any of these fields. I am not a fan of …

Hey there, have you ever taken part or attended in a fashion quest, catwalk, fashion show or another challenge? We are fashion event lovers and we're here to share our experience and find more friends.

This is a group dedicated to improving the success of all its members in fashion, art, and music industries-Our goal is to help our members become more successful in their field. We bring together trend setters for mutual collaborations & partnerships so that the fam can become greater than the sum of all our parts. We want our members making new connections, helping others, growing their network, learning how to further their career and gaining access to the people and resources you need.