We love Bachata! We want to listen to Bachata, dance Bachata and celebrate Bachata with all of the other Bachateros in and around Chicago. We will meet for friendship, dancing and lessons throughout Chicagoland. Don't worry if you don't know Bachata yet. You do not have to be a dancer to join. We do hope to help turn you into one. We also have Salsa dancing, events and lessons. Sultry Salsa at http://www.sultrysalsa.com is the website of the organizer of this group. There you will find …

(LIVE CHAT too!) Are you a FAN of LIVE MUSIC, and want to find a place to find out about new or established bands in the Chicago area? Are you in a BAND that needs some more exposure? (but really can't afford to promote it through normal chains of advertising?) Are you a PHOTOGRAPHER who likes to take pictures of bands? Well, seems you have all come to the right place! Here is the place where bands can list their upcoming gigs, and fans can peruse the different bands to see if they like their st …

KINKY ARTS hosts art events and workshops with a kinky twist. From Kinky Figure Drawing to Kinky Camera Club, to our educational seminars on topics related to BDSM and fetish, you're sure to have an enjoyable experience among a friendly, down-to-earth, yet sophisticated group of kinksters. We are all artists, models, photographers, performers, podcasters, and video artists. And we welcome new members of all skill levels! KINKY FIGURE DRAWING It’s a figure drawing session for the open minde …

Studio light equipment provided, a beautiful Model, and a chance to learn and improve your skills along with adding exciting pictures to your portfolio. What more could you ask for? All you have to do is bring your DSLR or SLR camera after you RSVP! • Learn how to work lights (flash strobe equipment) • Choosing different backdrops or props in a collaborative way • Taking self portraits • Acquiring Models of all types to improve on Portfolios • Choosing wardrobes for Models • Networkin …

The objective of this group is bringing photographers together in the Chicago area.  We are truly focused on planning frequent get to events in interesting areas around Chicago.  Events will focus in the downtown area after 5:30 weekdays and in the entire Chicagoland area on weekends.  Feel free to recommend an event.

This group may be the place for you if you are a professional photographer, a make-up artist, hair stylist, fashion designer or model and would like to build up your portfolio of work or diversify it. We photograph mainly models, have different themes and experiment with light. If you are inspired by great photography and would like to refine your craft this group is for you. There is nothing better than connecting with people who share a similar vision and passion. The primary focus is to take …

Studio photography I believe is frequently overlooked, underrated, and misunderstood by many photographers. I'm hoping to make this more comfortable and useful thru shoots focusing on aspects of planning, styling, and lighting the model shot. Sharing practical setups and artistic composition ideas is what Fine Art/Glam Foto Shooters is all about. This meetup group welcomes photographers of many levels but there is a camera requirement. Yours must have a hot shoe capable of tripping studio ligh …

My vision for this group is to bring everyone together from photographers to models, and makeup artists to fashion designers- working together and helping one another build portfolios, expand your network, help those with less experience, and schmooze with others in the industry. I want to welcome everyone from professionals to those who are just trying to get their foot in the door by organizing themed photography events and workshops in the Chicago Metro area. If you are a photographer, model, …

We use this meetup group to organize and promote Soccer activities in the North Shore area including pick-up games and teams for local leagues. Above all else, we want our activities to be safe, fun, and friendly. The "club" has no fees to join, but some activities may require payment prior to participation. Fighting and unsportsman-like conduct at our activities will get you removed from the club and activities we organize. Participation in NSSC activities indicates acceptance of the followin …

This group is an adjunct to the Chicago Professional Photographers Association. CPPA has been an active professional organization providing education and community for professional photographers in greater Chicago. We are adding this meetup group as a way to reach out to aspiring photographers looking for a a resource for learning, and networking. In addition to monthly meeting announcements, this meetup group will be used to offer workshops and seminars on a wide variety of photographic techniq …

This group is for beginning photographers or those who want to start photography business. Join now and learn from someone that has been in the industry for decades. Join now and stay posted for upcoming workshops on Photography, Photoshop, Marketing and many more topics.

This group was created for makeup artists, hair stylists, photographers, skincare lovers or anyone who loves the beauty idustry and would like to learn more about it in a less formal setting. Our topics will range from  the basic how to of makeup and hair to live photo shoots, working on a set ,bridal  seminars,  etc.. I'm a  trainer and recruiter for a prestige skincare company and a Chicago based freelance makeup artist with 15 years experience. I abslolutley love what I do and wanted to share …

I started this group because I want to make more Pink Lady friends to go and do things with that have similar interests. This group is for the married, widowed or single ladies! Ages 35 years and up!  If you enjoy movies, dinner out, shopping, wine tasting, day trips, scrapebooking and the like. Then this is the group for you! Also, if you're a photographer or just love taking pictures let me know! Love to learn new things!  Who should join? Anyone who loves to build lasting friendships, do thin …

Amateur photographers over 50. Let's get together and take pictures, share photos, talk about photography, see exhibits, socialize.

Chicago Photography Groups, Collections of Chicago-Centric Photography For anyone interested in traditional street photography, historical/social documentary photography, or photojournalism - the art of capturing life as it happens, and telling stories with images. We use every kind of camera, from cameraphones, DSLRs to traditional film. The group is open to anyone and is an opportunity to hang out with other photographers and sharpen your craft, or just to be creative with a group of friendly …

This group is for anyone who has an interest in photography and enjoys going to photography themed events such as gallery openings, museum exhibits, photographer lectures, portfolio reviews and group photo-shoots. This group also participates in the monthly wine and critique offered by our main sponsor, The Chicago Photography Center, every third Friday of the month.

Welcome to Chicago Stylish, Fashion, Glamour & Portraits Photography group! Please put your hands together to share & learn photography techniques,lighting,Posing etc and most importantly to build our portfolio keeping the cost as low as possible by making it all out door... We will try to have at least 1 to 2 shoots a month and we will try to make it fruitful for everyone... 3 Musts: 1. Photographers must upload the pictures without fail. 2. Models, Please attend the shoot ONLY if you are …

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 …

Are you a food blogger or food writer? Food photographer or stylist? Let's meet and be inspired, encouraged and exchange successes, failures, tips and, yes, eat!

Meetup with other local professionals who are interested in the Online News Association (ONA). Gather with writers, editors, photographers, producers, and all with an interest in the production of news for digital presentation. For more information about ONA or to become a member, check out http://www.journalists.org

Men are welcome to attend this fun group dedicated to exploring the art of light, shadow and color, that is held within the male body of every shape and size. We vary our themes and models to express the different states of the healthy male body. We welcome men with different levels of experience who possess creativity and curiosity, to join us on either side of the film plane. We enjoy each others company in a creative atmosphere with mutual respect for various aesthetics, body types, and pe …

CHGOLAND WOMEN4WOMEN UNLEASHED Where any joy shared is doubled and where any problem shared is cut in half. Single Lesbian and Bisexual Women Only meet on the spur of the moment when one of the members has an idea and is headed out to a public place. It is so hard for many of us to make plans and keep commitments yet as singoles we must get out and meet other like minded ladies. There are virtually no women's bars in Chicago or it's suburbs and very few women's events that you can just c …

About Us Ven Sherrod Studios Photography Club (VSSPC) is group for all photographers, models, makeup artists, hair stylists, and designers that are interested in professionally developing their portfolio! We want to open our group up to everyone, from first time beginners to the very experienced pros! We can all gain knowledge from one another in one shape, form, or fashion. We plan on holding various photography meetups at our 3 floor photography studio in Pilsen. We are looking forward to meet …

Welcome to Natural Hair Bride online community. Whether you are a naturally curly bride to be, a natural bride renewing your vows, a naturalista attending a wedding, or wedding curious, the Natural Hair Bride online community is the place for you! Creator, Roshunda Russell started the online community after being a bride nearly three years ago and struggling to decide whether to wear a weave or her natural coils to say I do. Without any style ideas, she opted for straight weave and regretted the …

Calling all Smart phone photographers! Have you made the switch to only shooting photos with your smart phone (iphone or droid)? If you have....or if you are thinking about it, or if you just want to expand your mind...join us. Join us for some really cool shoots and photo challenges that will open up your creativity and allow you to let loose on the city to discover some hidden treasures. We are all about the fun. No pressure here.

This group is for photographers and enthusiasts of all levels to learn and share how they can display, share, and sell their work online.  Learn from local users how to get started and have fun along the way. Come network with other photographers and enthusist . We are open to photographers to all levels Details on our Meet up are being finalized See you soon!

This group is for queer people (Gay, Lesbian, Bi-, and Trans*, GNC, Genderqueer, Allies, and all in between and beyond) who are interested in exploring the many neighborhoods of our city through amateur photography, meeting others with like interests and identities, and having a good time. We will try to meet up once or twice a month in various locations to take pictures, socialize, and end with a meal or drinks. Photographers with all levels of experience are welcome. From iPhone shooters, to t …

Are you tired of focussing on the same broad themes Sports, Landscapes, Portrait, Animals, People, Architecture and have hit a creativity road block. This group is for the people who want to expand their portfolio or get more likes on facebook/instagram or maybe more views/votes on 500px or just get the creative juices flowing by getting into theme based photography. Theme based photography requires choosing a theme (e.g. Snap from an Objects Point of View - a gift looking out its box, a televis …