We gather eight to ten times a month in the Bay area for free and low cost group photo events and workshops. Events range from fashion to lighting to glamour to fine art and are different with every shoot. All events feature one or more live models. Events in the Bay are either held in our professional studio in San Leandro or at great outdoor locations throughout the area.  Our events are perfect for people who are looking for a cost effective way to work with live models in a professional sett …

*Hello Photographers! ---Our photography studios will be offering Glamour and Fantasy Fine Art photography shoots and workshops for photographers throughout the year! ---Our studio is located along a spectacular stretch of coastline with private beaches, coves, redwood canyons lined with ferns, old coastal ranches and Inns and luxury homes just north of San Francisco, *We also have a *  NEW photo studio in Sebastopol California! ARTISTIC GLAMOUR   is a * PRIVATE GROUP* and you will require a CO …

Welcome to the Bay Area Fine Art and Fashion Meetup. This is a meetup for photographers, models and stylists interested in Fashion and the Fine Art Nude (bodyscapes, body painting). This Shootout is offered as an opportunity for quality one-on-one time in a pro studio with talent and equipment that will expand your portfolio. The group shootouts will be in studio with 2 or 3 different sets. Each professionally lit, appointed with backdrops and naturally an exceptional and professional model. The …

Hello Everyone! In the OtherWorlds Fantasy Art Group we will be exploring photographic and artistic methods of expression such as High Definition Range images, multiple images, time exposure photographs, composite photographs, macro images, 3-D, infrared imagery and more!!  We will develop artistic, both photographic and computer rendered visual concepts, representing OtherWorldly and Fantasy imagery and/or *our world* seen in a different or unique way. We would like to see photographers and ar …

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 …

Welcome to the San Francisco Bay Area Large Format Photography Group! This group is for the large format (LF) photographers, the LFers, from the San Francisco Bay Area who are interested in the large format photography using view or field cameras - a relatively small group of people among a very large number of digital shooters. The group is created to make it easy for the members to meet with the like-minded LFers and get involved in the activities such as the following: * Location photography …

This Meetup group is for photographers interested in learning more about posing, lighting, boudoir, pinup and photographing fine art female nudes. The group shoots will range in fee costs. Deborah teaches workshops and classes; and photographers of all levels are welcome. Her intention is to inspire and help with the creative process of photography. At the studio, bringing together like-minded people to share ideas and learn from each other the art of photography. There will also be product shoo …

There is nothing more beautiful and inspiring than the human body and this group is dedicated to the study and photography of that very subject. We will work with models of all shapes and sizes to create the most beautiful nude and artistic nude photographs. This group is open to all levels of photographers but will operate with the knowledge that most photographers in this group are beyond the beginning stage of photography. This group will also meet on a regular basis to discuss new ideas, loc …

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!

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 meetup is for anyone interested in learning more about digital photography, studio lighting, outdoor lighting including working with models. We'll put on events that will be free and paid - we'll keep fees as modest as we can - for everything to do with taking and processing digital images. Your input is crucial to make this FUN.  We are having fun aren't we????? Graham Sfphotocoach.com & BrearleyPhoto.com

What's the difference between a snapshot, a commercial image and a Fine Art photograph? The answer, of course, is subjective and very much "in the eyes" (and minds) of the photographer and individuals viewing the work. This group will consider what makes photography rather unique among the Visual Arts. Light, composition, intent, and technique are a short list of topics we'll explore, both in the studio and on location. Take a look at our past and upcoming meetings and workshops, and consider jo …

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 …

The Photo Studio Club is a cross between a Camera Club and Studio Rental Club A UNIQUE PLACE WHERE PHOTOGRAPHERS MEET AND PRACTICE THEIR CRAFT! THE MISSION OF THE PHOTO STUDIO CLUB IS TO MAKE PHOTOGRAPHY AFFORDABLE! The Photo Studio Club is a member operated organization where photographers meet and make use of a great shared studio. Members get unlimited, free use of the photo studio during club dedicated times. There are also members only events and Meetups to allow participants to come …

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 …

American Canyon Fine Art People Photography + Off Camera Lighting + Beer This Meetup is aimed at photographers of all skill levels that aspire to transcend the “craft” of portrait photography and want to push their work into the realm of Fine Art. What is Fine Art Photography? Fine art photographs are made primarily for aesthetics and concept rather than for a practical purpose. Department of Motor Vehicles driver’s licence photographs are a good example of a portrait done with a practical purpo …

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 …

As the owner of Studio B - Benton Photography I'm often asked "How do you do that?" about such topics as beginning camera settings to advanced studio lighting. I'm now offering classes to teach these principles.

We are citizens of the world living in the Bay Area. We are creative. Writers, sculptors, poets, painters, artists, musicians... We love to create with our minds and hands. We meet once a month for a potluck: eat, drink , talk, bring our art to share and create a loving supportive community. Every two months we organize a Group Art Show in the Open Fine Art Gallery in Berkeley. Everybody is welcome to suggest/organize/announce a Meetup. If you want to organize an event in the Open Fine Art Galle …

For photographers of all levels who wish to learn more and/or add to their portfolios by shooting in this beautiful 'wine country'. We'll have short classes and photo-safari days covering various topics. Plus one to five day workshops for those who wish intense training on specific topics. I, Tom Deininger, will teach primarily portraiture. This will include lighting, posing, Photoshop enhancement, and fine art printing.

I decided to start this group because I like and admire beautiful things and the people who make them. I like to meet more creative people and help them become more successful and recognized in their areas of expertise. If you are a creative person, you should join this group. I welcome artists, musicians, writers, composers, actors, photographers, poets, singers, song writers, dancers, film makers, drummers, architects, sculptors, graphic designers, jewelry designers, fashion designers, compute …

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 …

Our group is geared toward fine artistic imaging and will give photographers, models and makeup artists an opportunity to socialize, conceptualize and bring thier visions to full fruition.

The purpose of the Alameda Photographic Society is: to promote the art and science of photography in its various forms through the association of its members for study and entertainment; to encourage photographic contests and exhibitions; and to stimulate greater interest and advancement in the knowledge and practice of photography.

Hi everyone! This is a Meetup Group dedicated to dynamic, action-packed themed character photography. We will have fantastic historical and fictional costumes such as Romanesque, Grecian, Medieval, Steampunk and Cosplay themes. Join us for some fantastic, artisic and creative shoots with live action to add to your portfolios!

Explore spectacular locations in the North Bay Area while improving your photography skills with fine art landscape photographer Lance Kuehne. The focus of this group is providing affordable workshops that take place in a single afternoon.  Feel free to participate as often as you like to explore places as they change with the weather and seasons.  Class sizes are limited so that we can focus on the practice of photography and meeting your goals. Lance is an award-winning fine art photographer w …

This is a group for any English-speaking people around the world, who is interested to learn and/or practice photography in beautiful locations throughout China. We at chinaphotoworkshop.com, organize photo tours/workshops several times a year, traveling to some unknown or hidden photogenic destinations in China, photographing nature, landscapes as well as local people at their home and working environment. If you like travel and photography, this is the venue to discover China through your lens …

Serving the interests of amateur photographers for thirty-nine years, the Santa Rosa Photographic Society offers monthly competitions and programs, and field trips, bringing local photographers together in a social and educational setting. www.santarosaphotographicsociety.org