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 …

Do you ever suspect that your photos could be better if you tweaked your camera a little bit? Digital Photography Freeschool meets to learn something new about those tweaks and about making better photos with digital cameras. We'll also discuss what makes one photo better than another. Len Cook hosts the meetings in his Fremont photo studio, LensVisions. Len is a Chabot College instructor in traditional photography/darkroom, digital photography/digital darkroom. Fremont Recreation Department …

My group for any photographer interested in learning how to capture better images, whether for your personal travels or to make photography your living. As a master photographer, a commercial travel pro since 1991 who's authored books for Random House (The Complete Guide to Nature Photography, and, The BetterPhoto Guide to Exposure), written articles for Petersen's Photographic, Outdoor Photographer, Digital Photography Review, and Photoshop User magazines, and shot assignments around the world …

The Stockton Camera Club is for anyone who loves, wants to learn, or improve photography. We have monthly meetings, field trips, workshops and much more.

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 …

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 …

We are a group open and welcoming to all, providing educational and collaboration opportunities for anyone interested in enhancing their vision. We all have easy access to great open educational resources and photographic tools (websites, digital cameras, smartphones, etc.). However our purpose is often fragmented. We will place our camera work within the context of a stronger understanding of contemporary art photography and media history. We'll shoot and critique using what we learn. Whether y …

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, …

If you've ever wondered what it is that makes a photograph great—or more important, how you can make a great photograph—here's your opportunity to learn from our experts. National Geographic's renowned photographers shed light on every phase of the art and science of picture taking. As a member of this group, you'll be the first to learn about exciting workshops, seminars, and other events in the Bay Area and beyond that will teach you how to judge and control natural light to your advantage, fi …

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 …

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.

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 …

Hi everyone! This is a Meetup Group dedicated to dynamic, action-packed themed character photography. We will have fantastic historical and fictional costumes such as Romanesque, Grecian, Medieval, Steampunk and Cosplay themes. Join us for some fantastic, artisic and creative shoots with live action to add to your portfolios!

Photochrome provides the opportunity to share images and techniques with other photographers. Our meetings provide an inclusive, supportive environment to learn from each other and improve our photographic skills. Guests of all levels are welcome at meetings and field trips. Our photo club was founded many decades ago and most current club members have not signed up for the meetup group, so the attendance numbers listed are not an accurate reflection of club activity. Visit our website for more …

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 …

Lets create a group where we can trade tips, learn, promote shows, attend gallerie openings, create photo excursions, critique and have a great time w/ our cameras.

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Join us for our monthly "Mindful Photography" workshop Saturday, May 25th (and every 4th Saturday) hosted by Ouida Joi and Dr. Marcus Lorenzo Penn, The Photographer Physician. This month, we will meet at The Home of Truth Spiritual Center in Alameda and will take photos in and around their beautiful garden and grounds. We start with a brief meditation, then you create your own "Photo Prescription", and set out taking photos. There will be time for sharing and discussion. Please bring a notebook, …

Hello Everyone! In the OtherWorlds Fantasy Art Group we will be exploring photographic and artistic methods of expression such as High Definition Range images, multiple images, time exposure photographs, composite photographs, macro images, 3-D, infrared imagery and more!!  We will develop artistic, both photographic and computer rendered visual concepts, representing OtherWorldly and Fantasy imagery and/or *our world* seen in a different or unique way. We would like to see photographers and ar …

Fuel your passion and take your creativity to the next level, learn how to develop a signature style, start a career in photography, network with successful photographers, learn valuable business and life skills, be inspired and mentored by world class photographer - Scott Robert Lim. For more lighting, posing & inspirational photography tips go to our school link - http://www.scottrobertworkshop.com Check out Scott Robert Lim's award winning images - http://scottrobertgallery.com/ Scott …

Who this group is for? Photographers: We offer Workshops, Classes and & Group Photo Shoots with primary focus on Glamour & Fashion Photography along with add on flavors of Boudoir & Swimsuit Photography. We encourage both male and female Photographers, to join our groups. Any experience level is welcome to join. We will help the newbies to become successful and experienced will share their wisdom. Clothing Designers: we are also looking for clothing designers who would be interested in featur …

Welcome to this meetup group - under new management! I have taken over as organizer so we will be moving forward in a bit of a different direction.  Mike previously focused on studio photography but I shoot outdoors more often than not so we will include a lot of natural and outdoor-off camera lighting as well. A bit about me - I started in January 2012 shooting bodybuilding/figure and bikini competitions and have shot several of these across the country in 2012.  I attended several seminar styl …