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 …

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 …

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 …

We gather now eight to ten times a month in the Bay area for free and low cost group photo events and workshops. We're expanding and will start doing a monthy event in Sacramento as well. This group has been set up to showcase our Sacramento events. We will also cross-list all of our San Francisco Events as well for those of you who would like to join us in the Bay for a great shoot. We also put on four events per month in Los Angeles if you are traveling that way. Events range from fash …

THERE ARE A RESERVOIR OF GIFTED TALENTS WHO WOULD LIKE TO BE ON TELEVISION,MOVIES,IN SHOW BUSINESS,WANT REPRESENTATION, BUT DO NOT KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT IT, WHERE TO START FROM, THINK THEY NEED A LOT OF MONEY TO PAY,TO GET REPRESENTATION. SOME THINK THEY HAVE TO LOOK A CERTAIN WAY, HAVE PREVIOUS EXPERIANCE IN THE BUSINESS ETC... IN LIGHT OF THE ABOVE, TALENT MANAGEMENT MEET-UP WAS FORMED TO ENGAGE PEOPLE IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY OR WANNABE, TO HELP FELLOW MEMBERS, PROSPECTIVE (TALENTS) A …

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 …

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

This group is an experiment to create a free exchange of modeling and drawing for artists, like myself, who love drawing from life. Group members take turns doing some of the modeling (lightly-clothed or nude) and will have plenty of time to draw. I have drawn from life on and off for the last 15 years or so and also have experience modeling for life drawing classes in the University setting. I think the experience of being on both sides of the coin is valuable and interesting. Details: - All m …

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, …

Sacramento has a place to come together and draw from life. We draw and paint the live model in long and short pose sessions all week long. If you love to paint or draw from the live model or looking for art instruction come on down.

Tuesday Evenings, 7:00 - 10:00pm. We love drawing and we love listening to music while we draw! We are a loose collection of professionals and amateurs who have been meeting every Tuesday to draw the figure for over 15 years. Comfort and good humor are important aspects of our group and we enjoy talking about important - or not important - issues of the day. This is not a quiet or hushed group! But no question, our dedication and devotion is to our love of drawing the figure. We work with a spec …

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 …

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 …

This meetup is for the purpose of networking among an ever growing but over looked group of creative people. If you're in any industry of creativity including but not limited to: Art, Fashion, Music, Web Design, Film, Hair&Makeup, Photography, Videography, Performing Art, or Modeling. Join our group! We will be posting tons of different networking opportunities going on around San Francisco for people in the Creative-Industry; by profession or hobby, come join us, "There's alot of us, Let's meet …

This group meets every other Monday at 7PM at Berkeley Espresso, for brainstorming over modeling and rendering epiphanies we all have had or will encounter with this fantastic platform (Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper and Flamingo nXT or other renderer). This is a chance to sort into cadres of similarly skilled users whose aim is to become a great resource for the kinds of ideas it takes to surmount problems in the face of school or work deadlines. While the online help and forums are great, nothing …

{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 …

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 …

WELCOME TO Modeling Seminars of America is the place where new and experienced models go to get real informaitno about the modeling industry.Sponsored by the "ei" family of companies MSA has been putting on free seminars for models and actors since 2005.  This Meetup group has been created as a convenient way for male and female models, over the age of 18, to learn about our free events. Everything we do at MSA is free.  We have workshops and seminars for both male ane female models along with …

Tired of partying with people that aren't in your same field or industry? We are the faces behind the camera, and on screen! We are trying to create a social web to help all talent in the area, develop their ports, books, and reels! We have mixers to get together to talk about upcoming projects, castings and events! We are the fashion industry of the Bay and need to support one another! We have a mixture of event from photo shoots sessions, to Networking Brunches! Feel free to use our discussi …

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 …

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 …

Welcome to San Francisco Style! AJ Patell's "San Francisco Style" Meetup Group is the place to be to get together, discuss, share and collaborate on the topics, trends and styles of the San Francisco Bay Area. Model your outfits and styles. Get constructive feedback. Make-up, hair and nail workshops, portraits and more. Lots of good times to be planned, so join up and let's style! Regarding EVENTS and LOCATIONS: I want to post a range of meets all over the Bay. This is ensure that everyone in …

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, …

Who are we? We are a group for the fashion industry. We are photographers, models, designers, makeup artists, hair stylists, clothing stylists and everyone else involved in the creation of fashion. This group is here to network, create, and nurture new and veteran fashion insiders, bring teams together, and have fun. We are all inclusive, you will not be turned away if you are not yet in the industry. We welcome students and those interested in starting in any of these fields. I am not a fan of …

A group based in 3d Digital art forms. Using Poser, Daz3d, and Photoshop to create original pin up designs. Starting with a computer generated model or live models to be edited into pin ups, either as a finished product, or a base to be painted. We will have group meetings to discuss techniques and ideas. Outings for art galleries, and promotion of pin up artwork. Dedicated to teaching, tips and tricks, and exposure for established or up and coming artists. We welcome all forms of pin up artwork …

This is a group for artists interested in drawing from live models. We alternate weekly between clothed or costumed models and nude models at locations in Brentwood and Oakley. Our clothed sessions are called Figure Sketch and the nude sessions Figure Eight. Our models range from amateur to professional - We started the sessions in February of 2012 and would welcome some fresh artists to the group. We've had some repeat models, but over the course of one year have drawn more than 20 different mo …