… We work with a spectacular collection of Models, many of whom work with the local BAMG and Art Schools. All media welcome. Poses progress from short gestures, 1 or 2 minutes, up to 20 minutes. New artists are always welcome. Drop in fee of $12.00, or pay a $40.00 monthly fee.

The Dance 4 Positivity is a positively charged unifying experience 4 EVERYONE; Black, White, Red, Yellow or Blue!!! ALL ARE WELCOME. Put the word POSITIVITY back in your consciousness and share it!  This dance is designed to transform you, your spiral of family & friends, into a “play/dance” of art. Jump off the wall --- pARTicipate! Together, as we dance in oneness with a full spectrum of veils, we represent the diversity of our community & our Universe. Amongst wind, sunlight & shadows of o …

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: Every now and then, I do location and themed shoots on my own. However, things can get costly. So perhaps to solve this problem, I decided to announce my upcoming shoots here. If anyone else likes the current concept or theme and want to chip in, they can RSVP. I'll stick with the group shoot format we're familiar with, but with a much fewer numb …

This a group for photographers who explore urban areas seeking a particular aesthetic. It is not the modern, clean, well-ordered architecture or landscape environment nor it is a sentimental view of beauty: a flower, beautiful people, a loyal pet, a scenic vacation... it is a darker vision.  It is not necessarily "urban" as you can see from past meetups.  It has been a decommissioned navy base (Mare Island), former prison (Alcatraz), pet cemetery (Presidio), industrial shoreline (Pt. Richmond) a …

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. …

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, we use both Photography Studios in San Francisco and on the Peninsula as well as a variety of unique locations like an Art Gallery, Victorian Bed & Breakfast and private homes and estates. (If you have a location that we …

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This group is for anyone in the East Bay who loves photography. Whether you use a digital point-n-shoot, SLR, Holga, pinhole -- everyone is welcome! We cal ALL learn to make better images!

A fresh meetup group for photographers interested in learning more about posing, lighting, boudoir, pinup, shooting fine art female nudes and fashion. The group shoots will range in fee costs. Deborah teaches workshops and classes; and photographers of all levels are welcome. Her intention in teaching and opening the studio is to bring together like-minded people to share ideas and learn from each other the art of photography. There will also be product shoots to learn lighting and technique. Fo …

Mindful Sex: The Newest Approach to Sex™ is both an ancient healing art and a new tradition founded by Author and Somatic Psychotherapist, Alison Leigh Siegel, MFT. In this group, she shares the secrets behind what is most fulfilling and gives you the opportunity to discover for yourself how to be mindful in every day situations and especially during sex. http://www.mindfulsexwithalison.blogspot.com/

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 San Francisco are either held in our professional studio near the Embarcadero, downtown or at great outdoor locations throughout the area. We also hold events regularly at our Los Angeles studio. Our events are perfect for people who are lo …

… Or perhaps you already know how to make the most of your equipment, but you want to start working with models. This is the group for you! In this group we focus on getting results you'll be proud to show. We aim to cover everything from beginning to advanced technical topics and provide opportunities to use what you learn. To make it happen, we'll provide a mix of workshops, group shoots, and instructional sessions ranging in price from totally FREE to reasonable—we have to cover the costs of …

   (i-SEE-You)    iCu (i-see-you) is an new fun networking mixer! Why just party, when you can party with a purpose? Our purpose is to bring like-minded people together with great energy in the same room. We want to get you talking and connecting to network! Everyone here can help each other; this is the only way we can all grow! You could be talking to a CEO, model, photographer, designer, stylist, or just someone with an X factor!     This is a “get involved” kind of party! Great music, great …

TechShop is a membership-based workshop that provides members with access to tools and equipment, instruction, and a community of creative and supportive people so they can build the things they have always wanted to make. We'll be hosting a variety of informal groups to talk about and show off what they've been up to in all sorts of areas; Arduino, crafts, lasers, models, furniture, green tech..  whatever folks get up to at TechShop.  This Meetup Group is to let you, the Makers, know what's hap …

This group has been established for photographers interested in the art of fashion (e.g. Sport Illustrated) and/or sexy (e.g. TeaseUm) swimsuit photography. The type of events should appeal to all skill levels, from the newbie to the seasoned professional. It's all about a community approach in helping each grow as a photographer while having alot of fun in the process and allow you to get some good shots for your portfolio.   We are presently looking for a studio to borrow for our next worksh …

Are you a professional 2D or 3D artist in the bay area games industry looking to do some networking? Are you a student or aspiring game artist looking to get your foot in the door? Are you sick of hanging out in your gloomy studio grinding away on art assets in relative solitude? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, come hang out with us! We have beer and like-minded people! The first half of the meetup will be some kind of presentation about working in the games industry (if y …