We are a group of photographers who use social gatherings for networking and informal education. Happy hours, photo walks and GTGs at some of the more hip gathering places in the area is what we have planned. Also, we're going to throw in some lecture/education GTGs by some of the top working photographers around. Only the sharpest... only the brightest... only the cutting edge for us. Make sure to follow us on Facebook too!

Travel & photography - two great things that are meant for each other. If you love both, this is the place for you. Travel the world and take great pictures. Come with us to visit beautiful and interesting places around the world and return home with gorgeous photos. Many of our meet ups will include some form of photography instruction. So if you've invested in a nice camera and would love to use it better, this meet up is for you. We'll help you get that camera off of Auto! And why not learn a …

Do you see the world through frame lines? So do we! This group is focused on rangefinder photography! Amateur or professional, all are welcome! Doesn't matter what equipment you own whether it be a Leica, Zeiss, Voigtlander, Fuji, Mamiya, or any classic film rangefinders. Maybe you have always wanted to shoot with rangefinders but don't own one yet, that's ok too! Our social meet ups will allow us to discuss equipment and techniques for using rangefinders, as well as explore modern digital photo …

What would YOU like to do? Maybe a others would like to join you. Culture, food, karaoke, dancing, reading, hobbies from shooting guns to cameras, religious events, board game fun, planned parties or last minute. Speed dating, singles events for finding love, various workshops to enhance life, sports, current Groupon offers folks can do together ... pretty much anything that interests others.

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 …

After 6 years of being a nature & landscape photographer, I feel compelled to share the gift of photography with others! I will be leading a series of workshops around the DC area, introducing you to the natural and man-made wonders of our region while teaching you the basics and advanced techniques of digital SLR photography. And, while I will help you build a foundation in the technical skill required of the craft, I will place emphasis on developing you as an artist: I will teach you how to b …

This group is related to the InstantDC mobile photography show that happens in DC every year. We exchange ideas, tips, apps, composition techniques and walk around and shoot places around the city with our mobile phones. We also have slideshow presentations and critique each others photos. If you love shooting photos on your mobile phone please join the group! We have expanded to accept all local photographers as well, even if you don't shoot with a mobile phone, you are welcome to join.

Our photography courses aim to help people explore their creative skills through the digital world.  With a large variety of topics and subjects people learn about equipment, light, composition and how to make the most of their cameras and their imaginations. Our sessions are unlike any others because we take your wildest imagination and turn it into reality via our Shoot-Off Workshops.  More specifically, we set the stage for your scene and each person has the opportunity to photograph it the w …

But we will take walking tours and hikes around DC, both historic and artsy urban areas, as well as natural and landscaped parks and gardens. Along the way, the more experienced among us can provide guidance about great photo ops, including lighting and composing and selecting settings from aperture and f-stops. Do you love to take photos on vacation and at special events to share on Facebook and Twitter? But end up with 600 photos too many, guaranteed to bore your friends? We'll discuss how …

Do you love searching for and seeing wildflowers where they are growing in their native habitats? Do you enjoy discovering the wonderful variety of flowers growing in local gardens? Do you believe in not picking the flowers so others can enjoy the beauty you have seen? If yes - then this is the Meetup Group for you. We’ll be searching out and photographing flowers at local gardens and wildflowers in the local parks. Possible outings include Lotus blossoms at Kenilworth Gardens, sunflowers at Mc …

WELCOME! We are a photography group dedicated to learning the fine points of artistic figure photography and lighting techniques, and perfecting our skill. We do this by taking lots of pictures & practicing at numerous workshops. This group welcomes: accomplished professionals, first timers, & all those in between. If you are serious about photography, regardless of your skill level, and want to improve your skill at working with nude models, this group is probably for you. We take photography v …

Do you want to make (more) money with your camera? This group is for photo enthusiasts who would like to turn their photography skills into a part-time business. It’s very possible for talented photo enthusiasts to create a five-figure side business by taking pictures for family, friends and even businesses. We'll explore business topics like how to find customers, how much to charge and the best ways to market your business. This group is for photographers as well as models, aspiring photo assi …

Welcome! Every month we'll be getting together at location in the Alexandria area to share tips about technique and gear, (gently) critique each other's work, listen to presentations by professionals and to just enjoy the company of other folks who are into photography, regardless of whether its done through film, digital, or some other technology we haven't come considered yet. The group has a wide range of experience levels, from folks just starting out to professionals who've worked in the fi …

Washington DC Newsroom is an amatuer group of individuals that bring together their skills, talents, expertise, and equipment to create a real news production for broadcast on Youtube and the internet. The goal of this group is to give an opportunity to everyday people who have a talent for gathering, producing, and broadcasting news as a hobby.  Perhaps you have a talent for being in front of the camera or directing a news show. Maybe you have an eye for the news or writing script. Perhaps you …

We are dedicated to sharing knowledge and inspiration with image makers of all types and levels of experience. Our classes are designed to help you get the most from your equipment and to raise your level of expression and passion. Join us for lectures, workshops and curriculum driven programs in a variety of photographic genres.

Welcome to DCDSLR. Anyone shooting with a Canon 7D, 5D Mark II, T2i, or the Panasonic AF100, Sony, or Nikon DSLR cameras and or video, we invite you to join us. The objective is to meet throughout the DC Metro Area to share ideas, and do some plain old socializing and networking. Also we will be tightly integrated with the DCFCPUG     http://dcfcpug.org and if you're in the mood to travel, the folks over at Boston DSLR Meet up and NYC DSLR Meet up will welcome you. It’s all about celebrating and …