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 …

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 …

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 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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

This group was started to expand our passion and knowledge for photography; and to give us new reasons, ideas or inspirations to shoot. This group is for Sonoma County photographers that want to network, socialize, go on organized shoots and grow with others. All levels of experience and all brands of gear welcome. We all have something to share, and something to learn, so lets come together!

Capitol City Shooters is a new group designed for PHOTOGRAPHERS OF ALL LEVELS, from beginner to advanced. WE ALSO WELCOME MODELS AND MAKEUP ARTISTS LOOKING TO BUILD OR EXPAND THEIR PORTFOLIO. We will set up weekly to monthly hands on photography workshops, model shoots, and themed photo shoots that will be a great addition to your portfolio. Models and Makeup Artists are used for our photoshoot sessions and convenient Old Sacramento Studio location for our studio shoots and classes. Join us and …

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.

This meetup group is for for Models, Photographers, Makeup Artists, Clothing Designers, and anyone interested in modeling and photography. We will hold Meetups, preferably in a photo studio, to learn and share different techniques in lighting, posing, and the different styles of modeling. We will also hold periodic social and networking events. Members of the group may hold workshops for anyone interested in the artistic and glamour styles of modeling, as well as lighting indoors and outdoors. M …

This group is open to anyone interested in photography, that includes photographers, make up artists, fashion designers/stylists, hair stylists and models.

Hello All! This meetup group is here to give models and photographers the oppurtuinty to enhance there portfolios! And the only way to be sure that the result is flawless, is to prepare the model with a complete team (makeup artist, hairstylist, wardrobe stylist)! Hair will be provided by Noelle Lynne Make up will be provided by Olga Pirmatova or Cindy Crabtree of Moonshine Makeup Wardrobe will be provided by BetseyLynneStyle Models: we will always have two agency models and two beginner or no …

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 …

Welcome to the Northern California Portrait Photographers Meetup!!! Having more fun than we are allowed!!! No matter your interest, fashion/commercial/traditional portrait photography or skill level, this group is for you. We have at least two meetups in Northern California each month From Redding to Sacramento to the Bay Area. We average 25 to 35 photographers and 12 to 15 models at each meet. We offer various themes and opportunities to grow your portfolios, your knowledge and network of fel …

Our goal here at Urban Shooters is to make you feel comfortable with photography. Do you have a passion for photography? Do you feel overwhelmed or get that what am I suppose do here feeling? Well with this group you'll fit right in. There are no "stupid" questions, all skill sets are welcome, and yes there will be plenty of workshops from large to small and intimate. Photography subjects covered in this group: Portraiture Wedding Fashion/Runway Product Commercial Events

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 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

MODELS, MUA's and Hairstylist ONLY!!! MODELS, MUA's and Hairstylist ONLY!!! MODELS, MUA's and Hairstylist ONLY!!! MODELS, MUA's and Hairstylist ONLY!!! This group is for MODELS, MUA's and Hairstylist ONLY!!! Have you ever dreamed of becoming a model? Are you already on the road to becoming the next top model? Join our network to learn and share from each other as the dream becomes reality! This group is the model metup group that works with the Northern California Portrait Photographers grou …

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 …

So the idea is we go to good locations where we can bring our cameras and help to take pictures of each other, and if you are a person who just needs some photos of yourself, you are welcome to come to the photo shoots to get some photos of you and you don't have to bring a camera.

Calling all Bay Area Fashionistas, Beauty Bloggers and Style Enthusiasts, this is a platform just for YOU! Meet, mingle and learn valuable information from industry leaders on how to turn your personal blog into a fabulous career.

This group was created to assist bay area locals in learning more from each other. We facilitate small in person classes everyday for groups of 10-20 on all sorts of awesome subjects like  film, photography, graphic design,  cooking, business and technology subjects like programming. We will be holding classes, as well as professional networking mixers in the south bay, and soma Citizen Space locations. What is Citizen Space? We take the best elements of a coffee shop (social, energetic, creati …

Welcome to all Bay Area Photography Events! Our Meetup is open to all photographers regardless of your current level of knowledge about photography, the kind of photography that you do or the type of camera that you use. We will have meetings, classes, workshops and group gatherings mostly in San Francisco, Marin, Sonoma and Napa Counties. Group Outings, Group Photo Shoots, Lighting, Composition, Posing of Subjects, Working with Strobe Lighting in a Photo Studio, Natural Light Photography, Strob …

Hi there, If you're looking to start an apparel manufacturing business, you've come to the right place.  The purpose of this group is to direct people to the resources they need in order to gain knowledge about creating a successful apparel or sewn products venture.  There will be invitations to classes and lectures about how to write a business plan, how to approach resources you need in order to get your product developed and finally mass-produced in S.F. or Oakland.  There will also be real w …

After graduating from Brooks Institute of Photography and working as the still photographer for a film production studio, I didn't hesitate to take on any photography challenges. It wasn't long before I realized my photography was lacking the quality set by the industry leaders. I had the education, I had the camera gear and I had a fully equipped studio but my work just didn't have that edge! I went back to my fundamentals and realized I was not using the basic principles of lighting. 1. We wil …

Glam Xtreme is for anyone craving to be involved in creative group photo shoots, done well!! If you like attention to detail then this group might be for you! Our shoots are geared towards glamorous, beautiful, funky, and trendy...even if it's just a meet in the park the models are done from head to toe, including wardrobe, makeup, hairstyle, etc...Our goal is to provide professional photo opportunities for photographers of every level, from beginners to elite, and we have fun doing it!!! Come j …

The Dollhouse is the model meetup group that was created to provide models the opportunity to work with photographers throughout Northern CA areas in a workshop environment. Models will have the opportunity to network and possibly book additional gigs, enhance their portfolios with new, updated looks and/or participate as a model in workshops offered by the the DOLLHOUSE Group as well as the opportunity to assist on workshops. The Dollhouse welcomes new up and coming as well as experienced model …