EXPOSED, our monthly critique and workshop series are designed to meet the needs of a diverse photographic community. We offer a wide range of instruction for the beginning photographer exploring the digital medium for the first time, and the professional looking to add to their “tool belt”.  Either in the classroom, on location or during the critique sessions, everyone will find something to take away and apply the next time they are presented with a defining moment or a tough problem in the …

This is the place for all photographers, experienced and amateur alike, to come together to make magic happen. Who should join SBFP? Anyone, whether you want to shoot in a studio for the first time or because you've been passionate about photography for 30 years. Film or digital, in studio or on location, fashion or portraiture. This group is all about networking, building your portfolio, and doing something you love. SBFP will host models from the bay area and from around the country to work wi …

The camera is a tool, that in the right hands can create a masterpiece work of art. This meetup is designed to get you out of the Auto settings, and more comfortable with the Manual settings. Then you can go out and start creating your own works of art.  If you have a digital SLR (removable lenses) camera, and want to get the most out of it, this is the meetup for you. We work in small groups so it is easier for the instructor to teach you some of the techniques used to take great photos. 

This group is designed to let you know about upcoming events, like exhibits, shows, fun-get-togethers, and most importantly local and international workshops with nature and conservation photographer Sebastian Kennerknecht. Do you want to learn how to use your camera and how to make the pictures that you are visualizing in your head? Do you want to learn how to fully express yourself with your camera? Do you want to travel to a destination, get photography instructions, and not have to worry abo …

There are many other Photography Meetup Groups around but I find myself feeling left out most of time since men usually out number women in most groups.  Also, I am not interested in competing on gears or focus on technical part of photography so I am starting this group hoping to meet other women who loves photography, is willing to share, and wants to go out together to shoot. This group is NOT solid depend on organizer to setup events; everyone in this group are welcome and encouraged to setu …

This group is all about the people who knows how to use the camera, people who want to take their photography skills to the next level. We will choose different locations every two weeks and just go for a photo-shoot. Of course if we get hungry we will eat but later, after the sunset.. This group is for you if you: -Know how to use your camera in manual mode, or want to learn -Want to spend all night shooting stars with other passionate photographers -Want to talk only about photography -Like to …

… We understand that there are a lot of great photography groups out there (we belong to many of them!), but we're looking to shake things up a bit by offering unique experiences that the others don't. Our goal is to challenge ourselves while we challenge you to try new things and take your passion in a new direction. Included among our current event plans are intimate workshops, fashion, artistic nude, erotic, and lingerie group shoots, live events, and networking and gallery parties, but we've …

The purpose of our Meetup group is to provide photo shoots, workshops and classes as a forum for creative experimentation with portrait photography. We have just opened an amazing 1000 square foot studio in Live Oak, Santa Cruz. So our groups main focus will be studio portraiture with some location portraiture also. We will strive to provide opportunities to experience a variety of portrait settings, models and types of photography including: casual portraits, fashion, glamor, movement, dance, c …

This group has been established for photographers and models interested in the art of fashion and sexy swimsuit/lingerie photography. 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 for your portfolio!

Meet and interact with some of the This Week in Photo hosts, get to know your fellow Twippers, and learn how to take your photography to the next level. This Meetup group will be home to live TWiP events, workshops, photo walks, and more. Everyone is welcome — all skill-levels, camera types, and photographic interests.

This group is dedicated to the world of MALE MODELS who are not afraid to push their limits.  We will be doing shoots from High Fashion to Commercial Looks; from Fitness to Underwear. From Fine Art to Bodyscapes.  The modern male model is not afraid to shoot any genre of photography. The Candy Man is here to show all masculinity through his strong connection with the camera. If you are the photographer who is not afraid to shoot a male model; then this will be your new group. 

Welcome to the San Francisco Bay Area Large Format Photography Group! This group is for the photographers, the LFers, from the San Francisco Bay Area who are interested in the large format (LF) 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: * Meet and network with the fellow …

CLICK ON CALENDAR (at left) TO SEE A CURRENT LISTING OF CLASSES- Details about this group: Learn photographic skills from professional photographers; Mastering Your Digital Camera, Photographing Children, Formal Portraiture, Shooting Editorial Shots for Magazines, Travel, Studio Lighting, Product Photography for Websites, etc. Classes and events focus on learning to be a better photographer. Classes and workshops are offered in cooperation with local parks and recreation departments, university …

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- …

The place to go, grow and learn how to take photos during the dark - especially those that include the starry sky, moving lights. Join a workshop, attend a class, learn a new technique or ask that daunting question about night exposures here!

Leica shooters, C, M, R, S C-lux, D-lux, V-lux or X series camera owners, lets get together and share shooting experiences! Question about Rangefinders? Medium formats?  Come and join us to get answers and have fun!