This group is dedicated to the world of MALE MODELS who are not afraid to push their limits.  We will be doing shoots from High Fashion to Commercial Looks; from Fitness to Underwear. From Fine Art to Bodyscapes.  The modern male model is not afraid to shoot any genre of photography. The Candy Man is here to show all masculinity through his strong connection with the camera. If you are the photographer who is not afraid to shoot a male model; then this will be your new group.

We gather eight to ten times a month in the Bay area for free and low cost group photo events and workshops. Events range from fashion to lighting to glamour to fine art and are different with every shoot. All events feature one or more live models. Events in the Bay are either held in our professional studio in San Leandro or at great outdoor locations throughout the area.  Our events are perfect for people who are looking for a cost effective way to work with live models in a professional sett …

This group has been established for photographers, models, MUAs, hair stylists, wardrobe stylists, and designers interested in the art of fashion, editorial, lifestyle, fitness, pin-up, swimsuit and lingerie photo shoots. The type of events scheduled should appeal to all skill levels, from the newbie to the aspiring professional. It's all about a community approach in helping each other grow as professionals while having alot of fun in the process. It'll also allow you to get some great shots fo …

This group is for the model photography enthusiast in the Bay Area; beginner and advanced, looking to expand their portfolio. Why I started this group: I do location and themed shoots on my own. However, things can get costly. So perhaps to help solve this issue, I decided to announce my upcoming shoots here. If you likes the current concept or theme and want to chip in, you can RSVP and join me. You can also suggest a theme for the next shoot. We'll stick with the group shoot format we're famil …

We are redefining the world of Glamour Photography by mixing Edgy Fashion and Skin. What you see in European Fashion Magazines will be our inspiration. We are dedicating this group to all Photographers, Glam Models, Make-up Artist, Hair Stylist, Fashion Designers and Wardrobe Stylist. This is a great group for aspiring photographers and models. We will give you the experience of collaborating with other creative people to get that cover shot for your portfolio. Mostly studio work but we will als …

We would like to invite all photographers - Beginners to Advanced, Digital or Film, Men or Women to join our Meetup Group and participate in a variety of Photo Shoots, Workshops and Classes. Please note that many of our events involve tasteful nudity. For our Group Photo Shoots and Workshops, we use both photography studios as well as a variety of unique spaces including outdoor locations and private homes and estates. If you have a location that we could use please let us know. We hold our even …

The Society of Model Photographers (SoMP) welcomes all photographers, models, make-up artists, and stylists who want to work together to create stunning photographs. All are welcome to this group from amateurs to professionals. You must be 18 years or older to join this group. We will be focused on beauty, glamour, portrait, and fashion model photography. Join this group if you are looking to learn photography, expand your portfolio, gain new techniques, and learn about upcoming photographic eq …

If you are just starting out in photography or have been in it for a while, you'll fit in just fine shooting with us in the South Bay and beyond. Our group is intended for members of all experience levels, and all photographic mediums. Our goal is to have a good time enjoying our hobby, meet new people who share the love of photography, go to places near and far, further ignite and explore the creative spark within ourselves and learn some new tips and techniques along the way. We will be sched …

*** YOU MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD OR OLDER TO JOIN *** A Bay Area Photography Group for photographers, amateurs and experienced, to come together with ideas, learn from each other, and have fun while we capture images of beautiful models! Glamour, High Fashion, and implied/nudes will be scheduled for our photo shoots. We will have models ranging from new to experienced coming from San Jose to San Francisco and other surrounding bay area locations, including models from other cities. I invite you to …

Have you ever wanted to shoot models or concepts with a team? Are you looking for shoots that go beyond the pretty face and location? Have you ever had a creative moment, but just didn't have the means to get it done? Are you a model or stylist looking for an opportunity to collaborate and/or build your portfolio? If so, then this photography group is for you. Dragonfly photography is a concept driven photography group that aims to assist creative photographers, models, stylists and designers to …

Are you interested in taking pictures at night and in low light? We meet evenings, mornings and even late at night to take pictures. We also regular social activities where we may share a meal, swap stories, show off our work or talk about our gear and techniques. Many of our social events also include optional night shooting, too. What do we shoot? You name it: landscapes and seascapes, stars and star trails, urban scenes, sunrises, sunsets, unusual astronomical and meteorological conditions.. …

Welcome to the Bay Area Fine Art and Fashion Meetup. This is a meetup for photographers, models and stylists interested in Fashion and the Fine Art Nude (bodyscapes, body painting). This Shootout is offered as an opportunity for quality one-on-one time in a pro studio with talent and equipment that will expand your portfolio. The group shootouts will be in studio with 2 or 3 different sets. Each professionally lit, appointed with backdrops and naturally an exceptional and professional model. The …

Our group is geared toward fine artistic imaging and will give photographers, models and makeup artists an opportunity to socialize, conceptualize and bring thier visions to full fruition.

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!!!

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 …

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.

Bay Area Photography Shoots and Workshops All Photographers, Models, Make-up Artist are Welcome to join this Meetup group! Welcome to Bay Area Photography Workshops Meetup! This group is open to all level of photographers from beginners to professionals, and models to stylist at any level. If you have a pssion for photography and want to learn more about the craft then this is the group for you. We will be offer meetings, classes, workshops and group outings in studios and on locations all over  …

This is a group for photography enthusiasts who want access to the tools and skill sets that allow them to take better pictures. Members of this group believe the great photographers aren't born but are rather made from experience and practice. This group will share those experiences, observations, and best practices through photography and art study where the group will go over well composed and creative photography to dissect why they like it and how to re-create that image. The group will rel …

This group is all about the people who knows how to use the camera, people who want to take their photography skills to the next level. We will choose different locations every two weeks and just go for a photo-shoot. Of course if we get hungry we will eat but later, after the sunset.. This group is for you if you: -Know how to use your camera in manual mode, or want to learn -Want to spend all night shooting stars with other passionate photographers -Want to talk only about photography -Like to …

EXPOSED, our monthly critique and workshop series are designed to meet the needs of a diverse photographic community. We offer a wide range of instruction for the beginning photographer exploring the digital medium for the first time, and the professional looking to add to their “tool belt”. Either in the classroom, on location or during the critique sessions, everyone will find something to take away and apply the next time they are presented with a defining moment or a tough problem in the fie …

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 …

There's something special that happens when women get together for positive fun; there is laughing and chatting and caring and hugging and gossip and a feminine energy that is so uplifting. This is a group for women who want to have more little adventures (and some big ones) with other women in their everyday lives. What is a little adventure? It's something outside your normal routine. It's something that challenges your comfort level, and maybe your idea of what you are capable of. And sometim …

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!

Meet other locals who are interested in chasing the organic light and photographing lyrical landscape. This group is specially geared for beginner and intermediate photographers who needs some mentoring or wish to explore the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond with likeminded photographers. Great landscape photographs are in fact very challenging to create and often the supreme disappointment. The key of this group is we only photograph when the condition is right… that is to say optimal lighting …

Shotz Perfect Photography Group is the place to explore, learn and share experience and knowledge of portrait photography.

“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

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 …

A place for photographers to meet and talk about great images, gear, new photographic techniques, places to shoot, DSLR video, printing and anything else on the mind of photo enthusiasts. All levels welcome and encouraged to join in the discussion.