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 …

We would love to organize a group of those who are passionate about "Nature Photography" to go out shooting together at various places we set up, who have the desire to learn together, share our artistic vision, and sharpen each others skills! Any level of photographer is welcome, from Beginners to Pros! Where would you like to go exploring next? What is your vision for your photography? What would you like to learn? Let's create a group that helps us grow together as photographers, artists, an …

We are revitilizing this group with a whole new direction. We will still focus on traditional image editing, but we will be adding a new avenue of image editing to our digital workflow, known as, "Hybrid Imaging". If you have not heard of it, that's OK. We'll tell you all about it. If you are already involved in hybrid imaging, come and share your knowledge and experiences with the rest of the group! After all, we are all here to improve our skills and photography technique.

This is a group for anyone interested in learning and/or exchanging ideas directed to integrating technology into works of Art. All skills levels are welcome. The group was started in order to meet people interested in exploring issues common to integrating technology into works of Art. Looking forward to exploring strategies and best practices with anyone interested.

Workshop 88 is a hackerspace (also know as a makerspace) located in Chicago’s western suburbs. Focused on science, technology, mechanics, culture and the digital arts we offer a space were people with diverse backgrounds can socialize, collaborate and learn. Through shared resources, knowledge and ideas we strive to create a space that promotes community and learning. Workshop 88 is located in 481 N Main St. Rear Building Unit B, in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL. If you are interested in learning mor …

Chicago Electronic Music Meetup Guidelines for members - updated April 20, 2013 MEETUPS for this group can now be categorized into TWO EVENT TYPES. EVENT HOSTS will classify each meetup so standard expectations can be met by both members and event hosts. TYPE 1 MEETUP: Those that RSVP will be given contact info to the host and will meetup on a case by case basis. No meetup beforehand is scheduled and it is up to the member and host to coordinate. TYPE 2 MEETUP: Those that RSVP will be given t …

This group is for the beginner to professional, and everything in-between, for both Digital Photographer Teachers& Instructors and Models. We have a lot to learn in both industries, and they depend on each other for great imaging. Many photographers have been asking how-to create mood lighting, or simply how-to direct a model. Models have been asking how-to find a photographer, or how-to take direction from a photographer. Both Photographers and Models are asking about Make-up styles, set design …

We are a meet-up group aiming to provide a forum that combines all the people involved in the fast pace world of digital advertising. The groups' goal is provide discussions and topics where individuals involved on either side of the equation, Technology or Creative, can come together to learn more or contribute to the next wave of advertising. **Please no 3rd Party Recruiters**

HI, my name is Lynne and I am a junkie, an ART JUNKIE. I started this group to meet and create with other women artists who are "junkies" like myself. Ever want to try an art medium or make a craft project, but didn't have all the supplies, or didn't have the confidence to do it alone? West Suburban Art Junkies is a meetup group where women can be inspired, can create and share their art. Each meetup will feature a project workshop that we will do together from start to finish, talk, laugh, lear …

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 …

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 dedicated to Chicago Comedians and Comedy Lovers of improvisation, sketch, comedy writing, stand-up, comedic digital shorts, and any other medium focusing on comedy. If you are a performer or fan of comedy, join this group and get to know like-minded people in Chicago. Most workshops and events will be $10-$20 and take place at The Second City Training Center. For more information, email Andrew!

There are NO initial fees to join this group!!!! Join us and refer us to everyone you know!  We are a network of consumers to professionals in the photography industry to help each other connect, share, teach, grow and HAVE FUN doing it! Whether you are looking for a photographer, you want to learn about photography, you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, we WELCOME YOU TO "THE PHOTOGRAPHY NETWORK" The purpose of this group is all about networking, teaching, improving, inspiring, meeti …

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, …

The mission of the Bronzeville Institute of Technology (BIT) is to help individuals and small businesses connect with affordable technology and online resources that they can utilize to improve their lives in the areas of entrepreneurship, arts, health and wellness, education, personal finances, environmentalism, and civic participation. Our Meetups serve as a means to increase access to computers and telecommunications technology and related training. Program activities will provide technology …

N-Vision is a movement geared towards fashion, life, creativity, and energy, created to mix individuals with a passion for the expressive unspoken language that lies in the human form. We are not just another group, but endeavor to expand beyond that and be an organization that is totally involved in this form of art and all that encompasses it. This growing network extends beyond meetup. We are a conglomerate of photographers, models, make-up artists, wardrobe and hair stylists, designers, and …

Fun to just get together and make things out of paper... get caught up on scrapbooking... meet new friends... catch up with old friends... Do you love scrapbooking and card making like I do? Then join this fun group to make beautiful & lovely things out of paper: greeting cards, scrapbook pages, Project Life scrapbook pages, Home Decorating Things, holiday ornaments. Can you think of something else you'd like to try? Let me know. I can't wait to meet you! We discover and try to learn all kinds …

"New Funky Funk Millennium". N.F.F.M. Welcome music lovers of all genres, If you are serious about your music career and like to meet-up to discuss some ways to enhance your singing or performance abilities with one another, let's meet-up and have a forum. I engineer digital music and I am looking to meet others who can contribute towards their own creativities because Music comes from everywhere and whether it is coming from the likes of Rap, Rock, Soul, Classical, Funk, Pop Instrumental, scori …

A meetup group to meet other local photographers and get together to practice shooting and learn more about our art and cameras! We'll work on finding make-up artists and models for different theme shoots a few times a year (or more, if possible).

The IMA is comprised of mycologists and laypeople from all walks of life who share a common interest in the study of mushrooms. Individual members often have specific areas of interest and expertise, including mushroom foraging, taxonomy, cultivation, mycoremediation, mycorrhizas, medical mycology, yeasts, lichens, food spoilage, fermented foods, plant diseases, symbioses with animals, and edible, poisonous, and entheogenic fungi. If you are new to mushrooming, joining a mushroom club will give …

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.

Do you ever desire to become a more elegant communicator? Do you seek to be the #1 champion in your professional field? Or do you finally want to hone your SOFT skills (people skills) and ultimately communicate your hard skills at their best? Have you ever wondered when people say: "Your hard skills will get you the interview and your soft skills will get you the job?" Fortunately we've heart that NLP* has already helped millions of people achieve greater success, increase confidence, enrich rel …

Discover Photography! is for people who are interested in getting together with a group of like-minded people and learning your camera.  We all have to start somewhere to learn photography, so the main focus of our group will be a friendly learning environment where you are free to ask questions and feel supported.  Some things you can look forward to: *A community of friends and fellow photographers who share your passion. *A friendly environment to learn your craft. *Occasional classroom-style …

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 …

Meet others in your local area interested in Acting on all levels. We'll talk about the business and set some goals to accomplish before next months meeting. It's highly motivating to meet other actors who are making it work and to encourage each other to get the most out of this business. Let's get together.

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 …

This group is for people who love to do crafts including: sewing, quilting, card making, scrap booking, jewelry making, knitting, crocheting and more. Most of us lead very busy lives and do not have enough time to do our craft. This group is providing a place and expanded time period to pursue our favorite crafts.