This group is for everyone interested in taking photo skills to the next level without breaking the bank. Based on a series of digital photography courses in their third year at Martinez Adult Education, the group features weekend seminars and model shoots with expert guidance. The objective is to study and master camera control and lighting, taking our photos from "that's nice" to "WOW!". The emphasis is on building knowledge, confidence, and portfolio. The first group meetup is Wednesday eveni …

“This is a group for anyone interested in photography. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other people who are also excited about photography. Looking forward to exploring the indoors & outdoors with everybody. We will be happy to help you fill your portfolio with wonderful images."

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!

Join us for some terrific Bay Area Photography. Have a great time shooting in and around the Bay Area and beyond. If you are just starting out in photography or have been in it for a while you will fit in just fine shooting with us in the North Bay, South Bay, East Bay, SF Bay and exploring interesting places beyond the bay area as well. Our group has members of all levels, all experience, and all photographic mediums. So shoot digital or film, color or black and white; it’s all good here. Seaso …

Welcome to the Northern California Photography Group. We are a bunch of enthusiastic photographers that like to go out and shoot all sorts of interesting places. Whether it is some local event, an interesting place or grand scenic location, we always have fun going out and enjoying ourselves. We also do workshops, providing an opportunity to learn more about things like High Dynamic Range photography or how to use Aperture or Lightroom in our workflow. All are welcome, no matter your level of ex …

Explore photography with fellow shutterbugs! Immerse yourself with people who enjoy shooting at great locations throughout Northern California. Every meetup is designed to challenge us as photographers; to discover new techniques, swap tips and ideas, compare equipment and share images. And we have fun doing it! Anyone with an interest in photography is welcome, whether you are a beginner, a serious amateur, or a professional. If you love to shoot photographs and/or want to find out what is …

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 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 …

This group is for all who are passionate about photography, love taking pictures, love learning, improving skills and meeting other photogs. It's for all who love to have fun with pictures and explore new ideas and subjects. We're working on have a wide variety of photoshoots available, from glamorous fashion, artistic and creative costume shoots to nature field trips and city walkabouts.

This Meetup Group is being created to capture and share scenes by still-shot photography or video. Every level of photographer is welcome. Mode concentrations such as: Flash, HDR, Panoramic, Sports, Macro, Night, and Astrophotography will be explored. Whether it's morning, day, or night, the base location of Napa Valley is one of the most beautiful areas in the world. There are wineries, foothill-size mountains, gardens, redwoods, fall colors, etc. To the west is the Pacific Ocean, and to the ea …

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

{CA} Creative Artists: Fashion Photography Group Beauty. Editorial. Fashion plus everything in between. This group was created to give photographers, models and any Creative Artist involved in the production of the workshop, the opportunity to enhance their books with fantastic imagery. As a team of creative artists consisting of stylists, makeup artists, wardrobe/hair stylists & photographers, we know what it takes to put together a fabulous shoot. Models: Please go to the DOLLHOUSE if you are …

This is a Fun group of photographers of all levels that enjoy meeting up and shooting pictures! Most of our events are outdoor/event type shoots around Sacramento and the surrounding areas. We do at least one meetup a month and at least one weekend getaway a year to travel to other parts the state. Sorry to say that we do not do portrait or model type shoots but there are lots of meetup groups that do. There is something for everyone on Meetup! You will need to upload some kind of picture and an …

Goal: To get you, as a female photographer, photographing & building your photography business. We offer you the chance to participate in hands on workshops to build your portfolios and also be able to learn/share what you know or are interested in, with fellow female photograpers of this group. There would be little instruction at workshops but some instructional days can be requested for those photographers who need more instruction. Who Should Join: Moms who are professional, novice, amateur/ …

Our group is a little bit of everything - fun meet ups, group classes, intimate workshops and more. We have full access to The Studio located in Old Sacramento and of course many beautiful outdoor locations. All meetups will include models with professional hair, makeup and styling. This group is for every type of photographer from the novice to the pro. We will put together workshops that help everyone including those getting into baby/child/family portraiture to those more into teens/fashion/w …

For Photoshop and art enthusiasts that want to learn the art of making art with digital imagery and Keeping it Simple! Charr teaches a workshop called How to K.I.S.S. Like Charr. Taking what appears incredibly complicated, and breaking it down so it's magically simple.

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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

So don't take the name seriously cause we won't make you go home! LOL We are a great group of photographers here to have fun shooting and meeting new friends along the way. This group was created for experienced to beginner photographers to give opportunities to learn by organizing photo shoots, workshops and free events . I hope you will get involved to help keep this meetup going forward. To attend one shoot a month will add to your portfolio and you will learn new techniques you didn't know, …

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 …

A group interested in digital documentation of nature art in and around the Napa Valley area. This group is spearheaded by Travis Elder a local artist, sustainability enthusiast, and wine expert. Images collected by the group maybe used in large online art pieces. The group is meets at noon on every Monday at the Calistoga Roastary.

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 …

Click Monkey's provides photographers of all levels hands-on, participatory workshops that emphasize creativity, problem-solving and active learning in an environment where you'll acquire a wealth of new skills and information, and come away with some fantastic, unique images for your portfolio. *Any promotion by members of personal goods or services without permission is prohibited. Violators may be banned from group.

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

New to photography? Come join me for two-day photography overview workshops and field trips. We will focus on shooting in manual mode with photo critiques to further enhance learning. Models and scenic locations will be provided. The focus is on new photographers but anyone is welcome! Classes and field trips will take place in Folsom and surrounding areas.