What's the difference between a snapshot, a commercial image and a Fine Art photograph? The answer, of course, is subjective and very much "in the eyes" (and minds) of the photographer and individuals viewing the work. This group will consider what makes photography rather unique among the Visual Arts. Light, composition, intent, and technique are a short list of topics we'll explore, both in the studio and on location. Take a look at our past and upcoming meetings and workshops, and consider jo …

PPSV meets on the third Wednesday of each month at the Donte Club, 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento, Ca 95825. Image and Gear Talk - 6:00 pm -6:30 pm Business Announcements - 6:45 pm -7:00 pm Guest Speaker - 7:00 pm - 8:45 pm Image Competition - 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm PPSV is about fellowship, mentoring, and educating professional and aspiring photographers. We sponsor nationally acclaimed speakers guaranteed to inspire your creativity, improve your business skills, and advance the quality of you …

For photographers of all levels who wish to learn more and/or add to their portfolios by shooting in this beautiful 'wine country'. We'll have short classes and photo-safari days covering various topics. Plus one to five day workshops for those who wish intense training on specific topics. I, Tom Deininger, will teach primarily portraiture. This will include lighting, posing, Photoshop enhancement, and fine art printing.

Wanting to meetup up with local photographers (novice to professional) to enhance our shooting skills. Local to the Fairfield, CA area and beyond.

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Welcome to the photography social group from the California Academy of Sciences. We are a group of photographers who love the natural world and enjoy spending time together taking pictures, learning to take better pictures and working on ways that our images can make a difference for the natural world. Typically, pressing the shutter defines the photographer with planning and execution culminating in the photograph. A conservation photographer’s work begins once they click the shutter. It’s what …

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 …

Serving the interests of amateur photographers for thirty-nine years, the Santa Rosa Photographic Society offers monthly competitions and programs, and field trips, bringing local photographers together in a social and educational setting. More information including a calendar of programs and competitions can be found at www.santarosaphotographicsociety.org Our club has an annual dues membership of $65, to defer expenses of our rented meeting place. Partial year dues and associate member dues ar …

Explore spectacular locations in the North Bay Area while improving your photography skills with fine art landscape photographer Lance Kuehne. The focus of this group is providing affordable workshops that take place in a single afternoon.  Feel free to participate as often as you like to explore places as they change with the weather and seasons.  Class sizes are limited so that we can focus on the practice of photography and meeting your goals. Lance is an award-winning fine art photographer w …

{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 …

World Traveling photographers is a group for new or veteran photographers alike,  focused on sharing our amazing experiences through the lense in a fun, relaxed environment. If you have traveled the globe, great! If you want to with a fun group of people, this is your meetup. It is also about giving back. The goal of this meetup is to not only connect with like minded travelers who are able to capture a world in a moment, but also to improve the lives of those we journey to learn about. We will …

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.

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 …

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 …

The Tyler Paul School of Photography strives to provide Sacramento-area photographers of all levels an opportunity to come together, share, and learn from each other. With workshops of almost every variety, we offer top level informative classes covering all of your needs. Whether you are just looking into buying your first DSLR, or you want to learn how to make beautiful photographs, we can help you out. Tyler Mentink, founder of Tyler Paul Photography, attended Brooks Institute of Photography …

The focus of this club is to provide a forum for photographers of all skill levels to meet and learn about digital photography. Our goal is to have at least one Meetup per month, so that members can gain essential photography skills to capture impressive images. The activities will include: Photo shoots and field trips- both East Contra Costa County and beyond. Photography workshops. Keynote speakers. Member presentations and exhibits. The ultimate goal of the club is for our members to gain a b …

This group is for photographers of any skill level who share a passion for capturing the wild, unpredictable, intriguing, mysterious situations that arise while shooting on the street. We will be taking periodic field trips to a variety of locations and at varied times. Venues will include San Francisco and other North Bay Cities. We will be attending special events in Chinatown, North Beach, the Fillmore and Mission Districts. Everyone will have an opportunity to share food, drink and knowledge …

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.

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 …

“This is a group for anyone interested in night time photography. The events will be scheduled at various locations in the Bay Area. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group because I want to meet other night time photography enthusiasts, increase my skills and help beginner photographers. I am looking forward to exploring the evenings with everybody. Versie Adams

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

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 …

Great American Photographers like Richard Avedon, Irvin Penn and Bert Stern and theirs and theirs subject from the 50's to the present..

Hello All! This meetup group is here to give models and photographers the oppurtuinty to enhance there portfolios! And the only way to be sure that the result is flawless, is to prepare the model with a complete team (makeup artist, hairstylist, wardrobe stylist)! Hair will be provided by Noelle Lynne Make up will be provided by Olga Pirmatova or Cindy Crabtree of Moonshine Makeup Wardrobe will be provided by BetseyLynneStyle Models: we will always have two agency models and two beginner or no …

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