We are all born to be photographers, but we’re not born with the technical knowledge we need to make our photos look the way we want them to. In this class you’ll learn every principle necessary to take beautiful photos that capture your artistic vision. Whether you have a point and shoot or you just got your first digital SLR, this educational seminar will have you taking better pictures on your way home. You’ll learn the fundamentals to get the most from your camera plus you’ll get inspiration …

Anyone interested exploring pinhole photography. This workshop will allow participants to learn how to make a pinhole camera out of a paint can, oatmeal canister, or any light tight item. Participants will build the camera, make a pinhole lens, load the camera with photographic paper, learn how to shoot with there camera, develop their print(s) in black and white chemicals, then upload to pinholeday.org. All materials and supplies are included and participants will leave the workshop with finish …

This is a group for Photographers, Models, Make-Up Artists, Artists, and anyone else to get together and make art! Meetups are always FREE and are held in our private, well equipped home studio. Lights, modifiers, backdrops, props, a full dressing/make-up room all make for a great environment to collaborate in a relaxed environment. There will never be a charge for anything. This is a great place to share and create so Join Us Now!

Models, Photographers, Make up artists, Hair and Wardrobe professionals, Art Directors, and other enthusiasts looking to meet in order to network, share ideas, collaborate, and commune for various events such as photo shoots, educational workshops, and related happenings. Our name North East Ohio Glamour & Fashion Photography (NEOG&F) clearly indicates what this group is all about, Glamour & Fashion Photography. Come out and meet new people that can possibly help you fulfill your artistic visi …

The Canton-Akron (CAK) Photography Meetup Group is for anyone interested in photography and meeting other photographers. Our goal is to help give photographers destinations, inspiration and community with others that have the same interests. And of course fine tuning our photographic skills! Are you interested in learning or teaching what you have learned? Whether a beginner or seasoned pro you belong with us. See you soon!

This is a splinter group from the Pittsburgh Model & Photographer Meetup Group (http://meetup.com/models) and is a "light weight" alternative for the more intensive Pittsburgh Figure, Fetish and Erotic art group (http://meetup.com/eroticart). For more information check out the main group at http://meetup.com/models More information will be posted here soon. We are moving the nude/figure/fetish/erotic mostly out of the Pittsburgh Model and Photographer Meetup group, into this group. The Original …

Maxi Nation is the name of my photography company that specializes in photographing pets and their people. Our Meetup group will focus on pet-friendly (realistically, mostly dogs) trips, gatherings and events that will offer fun photo opportunities for the attendees. I don't charge for my time at these events as I am there enjoying them with Maxi as well as taking photos. The majority of events will be free park visits and such with occasional ball games and overnight trips scattered in the mix. …

This group is for any artist (experienced to novice) who is interesting in working on art outdoors, whether its easel painting in oil, watercolor, pastels, charcoal/pencil drawing ect. Take your inspiration from the landscape and cityscape, as we meet outdoors at various locations around the Pittsburgh area to work on our individual paintings or projects and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow artists.

The Girls are taking back the ‘Burgh! Calling all Pittsburgh Lesbians and LGBT women! Impulse Pittsburgh is Pittsburgh’s largest lesbian nightlife party happening 1 Saturday per month from 9PM- 2 AM! Get ready to take on the Burgh with pumping music, drink specials, and raffle giveaways. We hope to welcome a diverse LGBT crowd at our events! We realized there weren’t a lot of places for lesbians to gather and have a good time. We’re here to take back the ‘burgh with a jam-packed party where we c …

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

Enjoy freelancing, but miss the social interaction of a traditional working environment? Looking for a freelance professional to help you with an upcoming project? Maybe you're just getting started or simply considering freelancing and looking for advice from seasoned professionals? Or perhaps you're simply looking for a place to exchange advice and bounce some ideas around? Pittsburgh Freelance Professionals (PFP) provides a unique opportunity for creative professionals to come together, share …

Finally SLR cameras have come back in vogue again. If you have been using a point and shoot camera for years and decided to get yourself a SLR camera you may be confused by all the controls you suddenly have. Don't continue to use pre-programmed settings on your camera. Learn what the F-Stop, Shutter speed and ISO settings mean and learn how your photos can be much more creative than ever before. I have been shooting for almost 30 years. I have shot studio, weddings, seniors, sports (including …