Welcome to Toronto Photographic, We are Toronto’s largest and most active photography group, open to everyone interested in photography and making new friends that share their passion. Our goal is to help one another develop and fine tune our photographic technique, while growing a global community of photographers of all skill levels. Whether you want to learn the secrets of making more artistic photographs, about digital photography, or maybe you're have a new digital camera and want to learn …

Seeing the Light a photography workshop by award-winning filmmaker Jarrett Rusnak Put your flash away. Switch to full manual.   See light the way a camera sees it.  Learn how to work in sunlight, diffused light, low light and street light after dark.  Develop confidence with your camera. In the true spirit of documentary guerrilla filmmaking, we will be hitting the streets of select locations in and around the GTA together (on foot), and seeking out a wide variety of lighting situations. Over th …

Lets make money with our Digital Cameras! We all appreciate the art of photography, but at some point, most of us would like to earn money from our skills and knowledge. This group focuses on developing the skills needed to turn pro at weddings, portraits, families, glamour, or just about any field that interests you. Led by Kerry Allan, a life long professional photographer, instructor and mentor, this group aims to guide new photographers not just in their photographer, but in their marketing …

For Every Photographic Interest - A Lecture series held at the Toronto Camera Club Travel...Nature...People...Landscapes...Creative...Commercial...Digital Whatever your photographic interest, this series has ideas for you. Whether you've just received your first camera, or have a string of awards to your credit, you will discover new ideas and helpful tips to improve your photography. All speakers are acclaimed experts in their fields. Ask your questions. Expand your knowledge. Share in the spea …

Used to be that a photographer was a professional and a member of a professional class. Now everyone is a photographer. Or are they? First you need to understand what you're doing with a camera. Then you need to learn how to see like a photographer. Then, of course, you need to learn the techniques and practice them. We have a stepped curriculum that starts with the basics and goes all the way to finding your own vision. Have an in-depth look at http://aweanthensome.com/training/meetups/ - and l …

If you live in or near Willowdale, Ontario and like to meet new people and participate in area photo walks, this group is for you. Whether you are a mere beginner with a smartphone point and shoot, or a more advanced DSLR photographer willing to share your expertise with others, you will find something to like in this group. We will organize photo walks, create different themes and explore various parks and neighbourhoods. We also provide discussion forums for sharing ideas and feedback to make …

If you love photography and use a Sony camera then these events are for you. This group is run by Rob Skeoch who works for Sony of Canada and hosts photography and video events and workshops in Ontario. If you use a Sony Alpha, NEX or RX1 camera, this is the group for you. If you like to shoot video with a Handycam or DSLR this group is also for you. The events are fun, interesting and include a range of subjects from model shoots, sporting events, to jazz festivals. The only restriction is you …

Attention ESL-students, tourists, newcomers, and visitors... Teach Me Toronto takes their ESL Conversation onto the streets of downtown Toronto! Discover downtown Toronto's architecture, history, and culture by taking the TEACH ME TORONTO ESL Walking-Photo-Tour. Get ready to practice your English skills and take some awesome PHOTOS! Bring your CAMERAS...and join us for an interactive and conversational 90-minute tour of some of Toronto's most famous landmarks, buildings, districts, and other pla …

You can only learn so much English in a classroom, to really get good at it you've got to get out and use it!  What better way to do that than explore Toronto with a camera.  When you get out and around you develop real life vocabulary skills and you learn the English you need to know to get along right here in Toronto.  So come along on one of our photo walks for your health (walking is good for you), for your English and to improve your photography skills.  You will learn while having fun, it' …

This group is for photographers of all levels. Whether you have a point and shoot or professional equipment, whether you are a beginner or an expert, this group is for people who just like to shoot. This group is focused on getting out and taking pics. It is not intended as a group to learn how to use a camera and take better pics. However, if you have questions, I'm sure there will be others who will answer questions. As mentioned, this group is open to any level of photographer and level of eq …

We're a group of professional photographers, working out of an ideal studio space, in "The Beach" area of Toronto. We're going to plan Social's to talk about photography, have group outings, and most of all concentrate on Studio Photography! We're going to try and work with the top Models and MUA in Toronto, when we're doing creative shoots, although this may cost a bit more, the money spent for great talent, is well worth it. The studio is equipped with a full Cyclorama, Elinchrom Lighting rang …

This group is for anyone in and around the GTA who wants to become or better their skills as a DSLR Filmmaker. This group is perfect for beginners who know nothing about these camera's and want to learn, to Pro's who want to learn how to integrate this technology into there current workflow. The meetups will be a variety of Classes, Workshops, Screenings, Shoots and group critique sessions. Some of the topics we will cover: Basic setup & workflow Composition and Lens Choice Making the switch fro …

Want to bring your photos to the next level? Want to quickly build a great portfolio for yourself? Want to advance beyond your camera limits? Want to learn how to take pictures of a bullet frozen in mid air or a water droplet at 1/30'000th of a second, when your SLR camera clearly can't go above 1/8'000 shutter speed? Want to know what is the best equipment to buy and where to buy it? Want to know what exactly you need for a pro studio? Want to know how to digitally enhance your images to perfec …

This group is for first time shooters and not so new photographers alike. We will offer classes to help you learn about your camera, shutter speed, aperture, manual shooting and how to handle difficult lighting situations. We also offer workshops on how to properly edit and enhance your images using programs such as Photoshop® and Lightroom®. If you are new to photography, want to learn the basic or just want to take you photography to a new level, then this is the group for you. We offer 4 week …

With the introduction of the HD DSLR camera, the interest in filmaking has literally exploded. Millions are enjoying the wonders of creating their own films like never before. And, as a result, many are taking videography more seriously as an art form. But where do you go to improve your skills and get more information and inspiration to form your creative vision?The Toronto DSLR Filmmakers Meetup Group is for filmmakers of all skill levels, from beginner to expert, amateurs and professionals. W …

Weekend Photo Battles is a fun way to explore, play and grow as a photographer. We'll fire up your creativity with a monthly photography game... Become a better, faster, 'stronger' creative photographer in a weekend. Photo Battles is a weekend adventure photography group where members (men & women) at all levels meet up for a friendly game of creative ingenuity in a group photo shoot challenge. "Creative growth requires open-mindedness, an place for interdisciplinary thinking, play, and most imp …

This meetup group is all about faces -  and how to photograph them.  We are talking about portraiture, beauty shots, headshots, mugshots, head and shoulders, character portraits - any kind of photograph of a face. If you can successfully photograph the face then the rest of the person is relatively easy.  All of the basics of competent people photography - fashion, glamour or fine art - can be learned from photographing faces.  In addition, if you are doing glamour or fashion you are probably mo …