Welcome to the Bay Area Photography Events Meetup Group ! Our group is open to all photographers regardless of your current level of knowledge about photography, the kind of photography that you enjoy doing or the type of camera that you use. We sponsor a variety of photography related events - photo shoots, lectures, classes, and workshops. We also welcome your suggestions about the kind of events that you would like to have us offer. If you have a special skill or knowledge that you would like …

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 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

Meet fellow shutterbugs near you! Come to a Photography Meetup to talk about the latest gear, swap tips and techniques, share your images and stories -- and have fun doing it!

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 …

Do you love travel? Do you love photography? Yes to both? Travel photography can encompass anything you see once you close your front door! This group is based out of San Francisco, but will offer travel photography destinations all over California, the Western United States and international destinations. Plans are in the works for Cuba, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam hope and South America. I love sharing my passion and curiosity for both subjects with everyone I meet. I hope we will have a chan …

This is a Bay Area meetup group for photographers, models and makeup artists to get together. Let's take great photos and share with each other. If you like photography or modelling, you will find this group interesting. It doesn't matter you are a beginner or expert; it doesn't matter you are a landscape, portrait, iphone or sports photographer; it doesn't matter you are a fashion, art, glamour model or aspiring model; you will always find refreshing ideas and learn new techniques from fellow …

As long as I can remember I always had a camera in my hands. My first Brownie started me on my quest to perfect my Black & White medium. I was trained, practiced and recognized as a Black & White Specialist. As I pursued my professional career, I established Moya fotografx. As a custom Black & White Lab and Studio my services demanded optimum quality control. Our Meetup group of traditional BLACK & WHITE FILM photographers, specialize in the craft of Black & White technology. If you are passiona …

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.

Based in the San Francisco/East Bay Area, and founded in 1995, AMPP is a organization of professional photographers from a variety of disciplines and specialties. Our Mission Mentor, educate, support and foster fellowship among professional photographers Enhance community awareness and confidence in, professional photography and its creators Raise the level of professionalism and skills of photographers serving the minority community Increase visibility of minority photographers and subject …

The purpose of this group is to learn modern digital photography skills and promote creativity. The Goals of this group are to: • Learn and develop essential photography skills necessary to capture captivating images. • Inspire one another with enthusiasm; learn from each other, and fellowship. • Have fun going on photo field trips to practice your photography skills. All photography levels are welcome! The Focus of the group: Photography Workshops Keynote Speakers Photo Shoot Field Trips Photo …

Who is this group for? This group is for the serious minded committed photographer looking to advance their skill and understanding about photography. The Statement One of the best ways to become a better photographer is to work along side, mentor with, or learn from a professional photographer who is able to identify your personal strengths. "Photographers Working Together" is a club designed to help you grow, become more creative, and develop into the photographer you want to become. Our Goal …

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 …

A group for photographers (Ages 20's and 30's) interested in getting out and taking photos around the Bay Area and beyond. Let's make new friends, explore new places, learn from one another, and take photos.  Activities include photo walks, day trips, night exploration, workshops, and more. All experience levels welcome. This group focuses on building relationships and meetup's will be kept to a manageable and comfortable amount of people. Thanks, Chris Brodell e&b photography http://www.enbpho …

What strikes your fancy for a future Renegade themed workshop? * Old Hollywood? * Caravaggio Influence lighting? * Film Noir? View Renegade photos from the last shoot here. About Renegade Photo Shoots Renegade Photo Shoots does photo education and adventure differently. We create assignments and environments that not only test a photographer's creative and technical skills, but also comfort level. Renegade shoots are eclectic, unexpected, varied and will always have a dash of "Wow, you did w …

About this Group This group is primarily focused on but not limited to Off-Camera Flash Photography (Strobist). Who should join this group? How to be a better photographer? practice, practice and practice.  It's what this meetup group was formed for. Want to know how to use off-camera flash? (Off-Camera Flash Photography) Want to be a better strobist on location under different lighting conditions? (Location Photography) Want to CONSISTENTLY produce professional quality photos outdoor? Are you …

Experience the best in gear and photography. We've partnered with great local venues to provide an amazing experience for our group. For intermediate to advanced photo enthusiasts. Let's create images together.

I started this group to meet other women interested in portraiture (more geared toward editorial and commercial type) and lighting who want to get together to practice shooting, have fun, and provide a network of people with similar photographic interests who can help/learn from each other. You should join if you are a student, aspiring professional, or professional photographer with a working knowledge of exposure, shooting in manual, own a dslr of some kind and are 21+. Meetups will be mainly …

Welcome to Bay Area Photo Cliques! Your organizers, Thucelle Pham and I, started this meetup group to create unique opportunities for photographers, models and stylists to learn, network, and work together while improving skills and, of course, having fun and meeting people. We work hard to bring you fantastic opportunities to work and shoot with shoot top artists and models in studios and other great locations at a fraction of what it would cost you to do it on your own. As an added bonus, we …

Thank you for joining my group. I'm looking forward to networking with you, and to meet with you at my events/workshops. The Greater Bay Area Photographer's Group has formed an Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom User Group and has partnered with the San Jose Creative Suite User Group to hold more meetings with Photoshop & Lightroom content. We are based out of Sunnyvale CA, but we will be doing joint meetings with other Adobe User Groups in addition to holding in-the field Photowalks at various loc …

Free digital photography classes offered at Chabot College for all who wish to learn about their cameras and photography. These classes are not part of the academic, official offerings of Chabot College, so no tests! No grades! And, of course, no college credit.

Photography is all about capturing lights.  It is interesting to harness natural light, but you can also create your imagination with artificial lighting! This is a group dedicated to flash photography and studies the use of strobes of all types. We have social events to talk about strobe techniques and group shooting activities since 2009. Come join us for some fun!!!

You can be a great photographer, with great talent, but if you have 0 business skills. Your talent will not be utilized. Making money with your hobby is very important, because it challenges you to improve, it provides funds for your hobby, it gives you a sense of accomplishment. If you want to continue to push your skills to the limit then you need to join this group

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.

The World and a Camera is for the photography loving, travel obsessed souls who are looking for an amazing social experience. The aim of this group is to fulfill everyone's globe trotting needs in the company of like-minded individuals. These ain't your daddy's "workshops"! Rather, these are opportunities to experience the world in good company. These are soul-seeking retreats designed to rejuvenate your inner artist and put a fresh pep-in-yo-step. Don't worry though, I won't get all mushy-gushy …

This is a group for people who have a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex camera) and are interested in learning more about digital photography, how to use their cameras, and to make better pictures for travel, portraits, family, wildlife, landscape, etc. People with all levels of expertise are welcome.

After graduating from Brooks Institute of Photography and working as the still photographer for a film production studio, I didn't hesitate to take on any photography challenges. It wasn't long before I realized my photography was lacking the quality set by the industry leaders. I had the education, I had the camera gear and I had a fully equipped studio but my work just didn't have that edge! I went back to my fundamentals and realized I was not using the basic principles of lighting. 1. We wil …

I'm starting a group of people who are interested in learning more about digital photography, preferably with their DSLR camera. It's come to my attention that many people make that leap from a point-and-shoot to DSLR and yet and not sure how to utilize their new toy to it's fullest potential. I've been a semi-professional photographer of sports, portraits, and weddings for nearly four years and am an enthusiast of new techniques, new gear, and new subjects. Subjects can be people but can also …