We're starting this group in the hope to find other filmmakers looking to start making movies today. Our goal is to become the next Spielbergs. Yes, that is what you read. Spielgerg did not get where he is by thinking about making movies but by making them. Whoever said that we needed Hollywood's permission to become filmmakers, was dead wrong. In this day and age all you need is passion, determination, a good story that people will care about and a digital camera. Seriously it’s that simple, we …

… Own basic Investigative Equipment - a digital camera and a voice-recorder, at minimum. Have a legitimate email address and be able to log into the EPIC Meetup.com website on a consistent basis, preferably daily. You must also be willing and able to check your emails periodically for EPIC-related emails and updates. Able to work independently and in a team. Working and relating with others is necessary, so it is crucial that you possess good people-skills and are a team player.   Additionall …

Photographers, improve your "soft skills" at the new Toastmasters Photography Club. Take your photography to a higher level by developing the soft skills required in every area of life. Learn how to present your art to the public, communicate your ideas more effectively, evaluate and encourage others to grow, inspire others to accomplish large projects, and generally be more comfortable in social settings.   What's Our Goal Lensmasters is a membership club for local photographers to get …

… We’ve put this site together for those that want to get more familiar with their cameras without it costing them an arm and a leg. The cost for the sessions varies depending on the subject matter and or the models needed to learn the subject at hand. Discuss and practice sessions may cost anywhere from $5 to $25 to cover the cost of the space and or models needed to cover the topic. Our goal is to help amateur photographers get familiar with their cameras. Our goal is to help improve the quality …

Want to just get out and take photos? Want to learn more about your camera? Want to hang out with folks who actually understandyour obsession with photography? Did you come to the right place! We are an informal bunch of shutter-happy, fun-loving camera buffs. What do we do? We go places and take pictures of stuff. Any stuff. Lots of stuff. We also hang out and talk. We have been known to do both at the same time. Afterward, some people might drink Margaritas. It's been known to h …

Whether you are a beginner or intermediate with either a point-n-shoot or a DSLR camera these classes are for you. We have put together a free 4 week class to teach you how to take better photographs. We start with understanding your camera covering how shutter speed, aperture and ISO effect the picture. From there we will move into taking better landscapes and family pictures.

(Formerly the Mission Viejo Photography Meetup) Whether a hobbyist, a professional or someone in need of help with a new camera, you’ve found the right group. Here are some details about our great group: • We have both regular monthly meetings and scheduled excursions as well as informal get-together discussions. • Scheduled photography outings include nature centers, botanical gardens, whale watching trips, special events, and simple afternoons photographing beautiful Orange, L.A. a …

Photography Classes for all levels, photography is a great hobby to have, if you are just starting and shoot in auto you will benefit from my beginners class (Part I). All classes are hands-on and 8 hours long. In my mind to really understand photography you need to do it, shoot with a purpose to really understand what is camera creating. I been told I have a lot of patience and my photography workshops do work. I started 4 years ago and been extending the exercises for a more clear structure to …

WHAT IS A SMUG? A SMUG is a place where you can learn, teach and meet up with other photographers who share your passion. It's also how we can tell you what's happening in our world and discover what's happening in yours. SMUGs are a great way to connect with other photographers and add a few weapons to your creative arsenal.  and... smugs are always FREE!   HOW MUCH IS IT TO JOIN? zero.  it's free!  it costs nothing to join, nothing to attend, nothing, nothing, nothing   HOW DID THIS START? smu …

The News Photographers and Videographers Group If you are interested in learning how to shoot breaking news video / photo scene events with your digital still image DSLR photo cameras and HD video cameras - The News Photographers and Videographers Group is for you! Shooting breaking news video clip story footage for television news broadcasts and shooting news scene photos for newspapers and online news photo / video distribution websites is a highly specialized craft of photography.    Televisi …

Jules Bianchi is a wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer who speaks all over the country to professional photographers helping them to improve their business and their skills. She also holds workshops for non-professional photographers who are interested in learning more about how to make their cameras work for them and get the shot they want! In a fun and informative style, Jules will help you get to the next level in your photography. Our latest workshop is on JANUARY 26, …

  Simply put, impulse dictated the creation of the group, that impulse dictating to just go out lagging a camera; and so acting on this... we get to keep each other motivated and inspired We'll learn from one another Have fun together then go about and eat what we like;p ... ... It's simple... All skill levels welcome... We just shoot... Roam around... Have fun Whatever you're reason for shooting be... for inspiration... for a living... even if only for the lack of better things to do... We'll j …