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 open to anyone interested in analog/ film photography. Any format: 35mm, medium format, large format. Seasoned pro or just curious or beginning. Home developing, hybrid workflow, scanning negatives, darkroom processes, all aspects of photography. Share ideas, critique each others work, group shooting outings.  Bring your ideas, your experience, and your camera! Film is not dead, let's do what we can to keep this beautiful artform alive!

Meet fellow shutterbugs and models near you, from Chicago, and beyond! Although we are based in Chicago, we have no geographic limits to our endeavors! Network, attend workshops ,group shoots, and socialize with area professionals. Experiment with different lighting, posing and photographic techniques. Open to all levels of experience, from professionals to serious amateurs and beginners. Learn and share from the experience and knowledge of our experienced photographers and models, with …

This group may be the place for you to M eet Your Muse -   your inspiration for creation of art in photography. While our primary focus is portraiture we are not limited to that as our sole photographic expression. As a group we will explore other expressions including architectural, landscape and abstract. If you just joined our group and want to know more about us, take a look at our photo albums, the message board, and the about page.     

We shoot only top quality Models for our Projects and over the years we have meet photogs that have asked us how do we capture such great images and I would laugh and say "with a great budget" Rite... And unfortunately it was the truth in order to capture great images you need great models and staff to enhance them then combined with a great location and artist and creative jucies it happens... We love photography and all it has given us and we would like to give back.. And the best way was to f …

If you enjoy photography, either shooting or posing, come join us. We meet to learn, build our 'Books' and have fun. Share your ideas and suggestions as to locations and themes for shoots. I hope to have meet ups on location shoots, fashion, artistic, syncro-sun, studio lighting, how to model, how to pose and direct a model. Tell us your ideas. All are welcome but tell us if your a photographer, model, designer, make up artist or stylist.

This Photo Meetup is for Pro/Am photographers that want to work in a professional environment with instructors that will help them create better images. The goal is to host extremely organized and helpful studio and on-location events in the Chicagoland area. Each Meetup will have: - General Theme - Models & MUA's - Ample Instructors (professional & advanced amateur photographers) - Equipment to use (Lenses, Lighting, Camera Bodies, etc) - Photo review after event If you are looking …

Studio photography I believe is frequently overlooked, underrated, and misunderstood by many photographers. I'm hoping to make this more comfortable and useful thru shoots focusing on aspects of planning, styling, and lighting the model shot. Sharing practical setups and artistic composition ideas is what Fine Art/Glam Foto Shooters is all about. This meetup group welcomes photographers of many levels but there is a camera requirement. Yours must have a hot shoe capable of tripping studio lights …

Phantom 42 Studios was created to serve the creative community in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin by offering instructional workshops and other special events for photographers, models, and artists.

Calumet Photographic is committed to offering a fresh and interesting variety of events, seminars and exhibits to ensure on-going photo education within the community. From new-product demo days to customer-appreciation sales to a huge selection of photo specific courses, we have tons of events specially designed with your needs in mind.

Meet other local fashion industry insiders. Whether you are a model, stylist, designer, photographer, makeup artist, fashion student, or fashion lover, this Meetup is for you.

This group is for beginning photographers or those who want to start photography business. Join now and learn from someone that has been in the industry for decades. Join now and stay posted for upcoming workshops on Photography, Photoshop, Marketing and many more topics.

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  LIVE CHAT too!  I am passionate about art and some friends and I are looking to learn more about it. We are going to check out all of the great art galleries at least once a month in River North, the West Loop, Wicker Park, and anywhere else.   This Meetup Group is welcome and open to all who are residents of and visitors to Chicago. Our purpose is to meet with others who have an interest in and take enjoyment in appreciating art. The benefits are to enjoy and learn more about art, art galleri …

This bimonthly networking event provides a chance for filmmakers to meet and collaborate on projects. Are you a screenwriter looking for a producer? A director looking for a director of photography? This event is open to all talents and disciplines who are interested in making independent media: editors, actors, art directors, composers, make-up artists... Bring your resume and business cards, and we’ll handle the rest.

This is a group focused on photographing men - from fashion to fitness to nudes. You are welcome if you are a model or photographer of any experience level. We schedule meetups with different themes - fitness, swimwear, artistic nudes, etc. We all hope to learn by working together. Shoots are scheduled for various locations in the city. Are you a fan interested in attending live photo shoots? Well, you are welcome to join the group as well. When you join the group, please post a photo of yoursel …