The purpose of this group is to offer educational workshops and instruction to individuals and groups that want to improve their photography and improve the understanding of their camera.

After 6 years of being a nature & landscape photographer, I feel compelled to share the gift of photography with others! I will be leading a series of workshops around the DC area, introducing you to the natural and man-made wonders of our region while teaching you the basics and advanced techniques of digital SLR photography. And, while I will help you build a foundation in the technical skill required of the craft, I will place emphasis on developing you as an artist: I will teach you how to b …

The purpose of this meetup is to have a Blast! To that end, we're creating art, making photographs and telling stories -- hopefully the kind that won't get you in trouble, but leaves a lasting impression. The Meetup will offer many opportunities to not learn about improving upon your art. Technics and the basics of photography will also be visited in workshops as well as excursions. Art, and I believe art is photography, should be limitless. BUT, I do not promote art that supports violence or di …

Street photography is about people, things, places, events in general, life. Join the DC Baltimore Street Photographers for fellowship, learning, sharing, documenting, and creating photographic works of art through street photography. Our format - We will have a monthly topic that you will follow to create images. You will select no more than 3 of your images to submit, via email, for presentation at the next meetup. These images will be reviewed and presented at the monthly meet-up via projecti …

Located in the Baltimore Arts District (128 West North Ave - 21201), Graffiti Warehouse is a 3 floor, 14000 square foot venue dedicated exclusively to photography, and street art / graffiti. We invite photographers, artists, and models from all over the world to take advantage of this incredibly unique space! For photographers / filmmakers, we offer hourly rates for shooting in the warehouse and we also have membership deals. In addition, we host monthly events for models and photographers! More …

This Meetup group is for Photographers, Models, Makeup Artists, Clothing Designers, Artist and anyone interested in modeling and photography in the District, Maryland and Virginia (DMV).  The purpose is to give members hands-on experience working with models and other photographers in varies settings and locations. We will hold Meetups to learn and share different techniques in lighting, posing, and the different styles of modeling. I am hoping this will create a strong network of people interes …

Meet other local Washington DC Photoshop users to trade tips and tricks. Make new friends and mingle among the coolest Photoshopers in the DC area!

Do you want to make (more) money with your camera? This group is for photo enthusiasts who would like to turn their photography skills into a part-time business. It’s very possible for talented photo enthusiasts to create a five-figure side business by taking pictures for family, friends and even businesses. We'll explore business topics like how to find customers, how much to charge and the best ways to market your business. This group is for photographers as well as models, aspiring photo assi …

Master the art of photography and lighting by learning the correct way to use natural lighting, hot lights, and studio flash when shooting the human form, at our photography studio that's located inside our huge factory building. We are also planning on holding a variety of different group shoots and workshops (both studio and outdoors), in many different styles, such as: fashion, editorial, casual, glamour, gothic, and artistic. We are open to all levels of experience, from professionals to …

Photography enthusiast from beginner to expert. The idea is to organize photo outings - Going places around our area (and beyond...why not?).  Get your photo gear ready - This group is also a cool way to meet other interesting, creative people in the area. All welcomed. This is a hands on group so let's go take pictures! Cheers!

THE PHOTO CATALYTIC CONVERTER The Baltimore Photography Meetup is a catalyst that converts stagnant vision to creative energy. Join us. MEET a diversified group of friendly, supportive photographers with a wide range of experience. SHARE your enthusiasm, knowledge and photos with the group. LEARN from the rest of us. EXPERIENCE growth and new connections as you become part of a vibrant photo community.

This group focus exclusively on photographic lighting techniques. Mostly with off-camera flashes using snoots, gobos, gels, diffusers, reflectors, kookaloris (cookies) and lots of creativity. The goal is to learn from each other, practice what we learn and have fun! You should join if any of these apply: - you have a passion for photography - you are an enthusiastic photographer that wants to explore lighting - you read the "Strobist" blog and want to explore the lighting techniques learned …

The Carriage House Studio is a photography studio and gallery in Washington, DC, offering studio rental, and photography workshops and exhibits. The studio consists of 1,200 square feet of floor space (60' by 20') at street level, with extensive private alleyways for outdoor work. The studio is located in an historic landmark 1860's carriage house in the Logan Circle Arts District, a few blocks from the Convention Center, White House and Union Station. Although primarily used as a photography st …

Do you see the world through frame lines? So do we! This group is focused on rangefinder photography! Amateur or professional, all are welcome! Doesn't matter what equipment you own whether it be a Leica, Zeiss, Voigtlander, Fuji, Mamiya, or any classic film rangefinders. Maybe you have always wanted to shoot with rangefinders but don't own one yet, that's ok too! Our social meet ups will allow us to discuss equipment and techniques for using rangefinders, as well as explore modern digital photo …

This is a brand new photo meetup group. We are hoping to grow. Home base for this group is located in Arnold (right outside of Annapolis). Everybody is welcome regardless equipment or experience. The object is to meet fellow photography nuts, learn from and support one another, AND have fun. When possible, let's tailgate our meetups: you know, bring snacks and beverages to share and make this a social event as well. Day trips will planned, maybe to the Gettysburg area or Charlottesville wineries …

I love High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography and everybody seems to think it's too hard or too complicated. I want to demystify it and teach what I know about it. It seems to me that people either love it or hate it. But, I think it has a very useful purpose. HDR images can be very realistic and also very surrealistic. It just depends on your person taste. I can show you how to compose your shots, pick the right subjects, how to setup your camera to photograph in HDR and how to post process your …

This is a group where everyone can share information and techniques, collaborate artistically and create great visual images. Join us to meet diverse, supportive, visual artists with a wide range of experiences to share. Foster personal growth and establish new connections as you become part of a vibrant photo community. We have access to facilities and equipment that can expand your technical expertise as well as challenge and facilitate your artistic vision...; and, a gallery to display the wo …

Our photography courses aim to help people explore their creative skills through the digital world.  With a large variety of topics and subjects people learn about equipment, light, composition and how to make the most of their cameras and their imaginations. Our sessions are unlike any others because we take your wildest imagination and turn it into reality via our Shoot-Off Workshops.  More specifically, we set the stage for your scene and each person has the opportunity to photograph it the w …

But we will take walking tours and hikes around DC, both historic and artsy urban areas, as well as natural and landscaped parks and gardens. Along the way, the more experienced among us can provide guidance about great photo ops, including lighting and composing and selecting settings from aperture and f-stops. Do you love to take photos on vacation and at special events to share on Facebook and Twitter? But end up with 600 photos too many, guaranteed to bore your friends? We'll discuss how …

This group was started for people who love photography, and want to learn more about taking better pictures. It is led by Vickie Lewis, a nationally recognized photographer who has shot assignment work for publications and corporations including Coca-Cola, IBM, People, Parade and National Geographic World. She has been freelancing in the Washington, DC area since 1989. Vickie has a journalism background, and her specialty is creating pictures that tell a story. She has a special talent for shoot …

Let's get together for fun camera play dates with fellow photography enthusiasts. This group is intended to be a social gathering of people with similar interests to share their love, knowledge, and passion for photography with one another. All levels are welcomed and encouraged. I'm looking forward to many fun meet ups together.

The Maryland Professional Photographers Association (MDPPA) is Maryland's only Professional Photographers of America (PPA) affiliated photography organization. We provide education in both the business and art of photography as well as social interaction, and networking, through regular monthly meetings, all day seminars, print competitions, and an annual convention. Membership is open to professional and aspiring professional photographers. The annual dues pay for monthly meetings, photographi …

Share your passions in photography with this group dedicated to each of its members. This group is centered around portrait photography.  "The more you shoot the better you get."  Well, that's one theory.  but really, if you don't learn anything new, you won't get better.  Our goal is to help photographers become better with the photography they passionately enjoy. From beginners to advanced, we will strive at providing every photographic explorer (member) tools to improve their photography skil …

This group will be primarily Edgy photography, especially workshops.... with a touch of creativity and freedom of expression. As time goes on we'll be scheduling monthly workshops and other events to help models and photographers build their port with a variety of images in unique locations around the DMV area. We will be organizing regular shooting events as we'll as instructional workshops including Photoshop, Lightroom, Studio lighting, etc. with award winning photographers. Some of the works …

Pursue your Photographic Passion. Novices, amateur, serious amateurs, semi-pros and pros, all are welcome. Joins us to learn, share and expand your photographic horizons. Join us to learn about lighting and photo editing software. Join to network with other photographers. Most of all join us to expand your joy of photography It will be an opportunity to share an interest in photography. A chance to learn and share your skills with composition, lighting, exposure, etc. This meetup is an opportuni …

We are a group of photographers who use social gatherings for networking and informal education. Happy hours, photo walks and GTGs at some of the more hip gathering places in the area is what we have planned. Also, we're going to throw in some lecture/education GTGs by some of the top working photographers around. Only the sharpest... only the brightest... only the cutting edge for us. Make sure to follow us on Facebook too!

A Group of photographers dedicated and serious about creating great photography and works of art.

From novice to pro, there is something for you. If your passion is photography, join us to be inspired, learn, explore, share and network. We are a dynamic and friendly group that encourages open participation to explore the artistic and technical dimensions of photography. Our meetings are held in the Baltimore Inner Harbor area on the first Tuesday of each month, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Industry in the administration building adjacent to the museum. FREE on site parking. D …