Meet other local beaders in a very relaxed setting where you can bring your latest projects and work on them without distractions. You can finish that project that just can't seem to get done or get inspiration to start something new and exciting. Each member will receive 10% of their purchases the day of the Meetup group. And if you can't make it during the day an evening Beading in Circles is now being formed for the last Friday of month. So get ready to relax and enjoy yourself and start the …

Refresh Rockville is a community of designers and developers working to refresh the creative, technical, and professional culture of New Media endeavors in Rockville, Maryland and the surrounding area. Promoting design, technology, usability, and standards. We have a special relationship with Montgomery College, who hosts the event, which gives us a regular meeting place and connection with upcoming design and developing professionals.

The Carriage House Studio is a photography studio and gallery in Washington, DC, offering studio rental, and photography workshops and exhibits. The studio consists of 1,200 square feet of floor space (60' by 20') at street level, with extensive private alleyways for outdoor work. The studio is located in an historic landmark 1860's carriage house in the Logan Circle Arts District, a few blocks from the Convention Center, White House and Union Station. Although primarily used as a photography st …

Have you always thought about writing a book, screenplay, blog, anything? If so, then join us as we meet up in locations around the Loudoun County area and put our creative juices to good use! The purpose of this group is to create a supportive network of aspiring authors. It's a lonely world out there when you write, and we all know we can be our own worst critic. As a group we can encourage each other to meet our goals as well as help each other when necessary. If you are looking to complete a …

A serious weekly writers group intended to encourage the writer to adopt a daily writing practice and to use the meetup group as a support group for feedback, an escape from isolation and with opportunities to publish once completed the manuscript or project.

With the introduction of the digital camera, the interest in photography has literally exploded. Millions are enjoying the wonders of photography like never before. And, as a result, many are taking photography more seriously as an art form. But where do you go to improve your skills and get more from your photography? This Meetup group is for the photography enthusiast; photographers of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to expert, from amateur to professional. Whether you just bought yo …

If you want to be submerged in painting and creating and with people who want that too, come meet up with us.  In hopes of finding peers and bringing them together on a regular basis, we will create a momentum we can all benefit from, bringing the act of creating into our daily lives.  Accountability eliminates any squandering and self-doubt.  Each session will end with a group critique.  Snack and lawn chair optional.   Hats & sunscreen a must. Paint 360 is for all creative people, whether you …

We are the Alexandria Drummers! The purpose of this group is to promote health and wellness, community, creativity, and fun through music. If you are looking to have a great time and meet great people this meetup is for you. Our sessions are usually two hours with each session consisting of a warm-up,  the  drum lesson, a jam session. Come out and join us for a night of fun, community, and self expression. Music is a “universal language” that has been used for thousands of years as an avenue to …

Announcement:  Brush & Quill's first show will be on Saturday, September 15th at Outstanding Dreams Alpaca Farm in Preston, MD! A mix of a writing circle and an art collective,  Brush & Quill will use a combination of structured activities and improvisational writing and drawing to create individual and collaborative poems, prose, drawings, and paintings. In addition to writing and art, we sometimes break out a word or art game.  Although, we sometimes do structured writing and art activities, …

Dear Women Artists, Let me introduce myself. I am taking over this group as of February 24, 2013. The last leader left, and I did not want to see a nice group of women 'disappear.' I've been a professional photographer since 1983. I've worked for magazines, newspapers and corporations and currently represented by National Geographic. In 1991, I ran my first women's empowerment group for several years. And in 1985, I started a women's business group that met every week for several years. I love b …

Monkeys with Typewriters (MoWiTy) is an extreme writing group bent on hammering out our novels (or whatever projects we're working on) and having fun too. If infinite monkeys can create a masterpiece, so can we. We do not limit ourselves to writing -- any creative endeavor a member feels like working on is appropriate for MoWiTy. During regular meetups, our members write, draw, blog, design, code, or work on whatever other projects they are up to. The purpose of our meetup is to provide members …

This group is intended for creative people looking to enlarge their portfolios with the help others from other fellow creatives in Washington and the surrounding areas. Whether you are an animator, painter, musician, film maker or if you even like to knit this might be some thing you'd like. The aim is for people to meet show their work discuss it and have a drink. If your looking for collaboration you might find it? All are welcome

Imagination is but useless if it does not have a place to go. Different people use different mediums to express their thoughts. This group is aimed at those who find the pen the vessel to express their flights of fancy, intrigue and mischief. We hope to provide a open environment to encourage collaboration, critique and community. Amateurs to professionals are welcome, to share their thoughts, their stories and their experiences.

This group is for the musician, writer, painter, dancer, sculptor, scientist, photographer, inventor, or any other creative and intuitive person, who is forever curious and always willing to learn and grow.  With this group, I hope the various creative individuals of all walks of life, can come together as a community and have an outlet for their down time. A place where you can chat and socialize with other people who create and have passion for what they do.

The purpose of the group is to showcase local area talent and cover the graphic design, illustration, responsive web design, typography, advertising, self promotional, interactive and photography scene.   We want to also share ideas, discover opportunities, collaborate, meet potential clients, tap expertise, and establish partnerships. Meet the organizers, each one of them seasoned professionals in the creative and web design disciplines. How will we do this? Presentations on Photoshop, Illust …

now forming: artists collaborative singers, photographers, musicians, film producers, graphic designers - shared vision, journey & success

For portfolio-builders of the 3D world. For practitioners and artists who work with physical reality who wish to document the current state of their art with an out-of-the-box photographer or videographer. We assemble physical artists realm of dancers, practitioners of yoga, cosmeticians, performance artists, street ?? (fill in the rest and keep going...) This is a group of dream-state artists who manufacture art. Sorry, but there will be no "found art" involved, as there are already many groups …

Hello there! The Baltimore Writing Hour is a group for writers from the Baltimore area to meet weekend mornings for some productive working time. Typically, we gather in a quiet spot and work on our personal projects for a few hours. There is no required amount of time to put in. We find that sticking to a regular schedule and working in the company of fellow writers is a huge motivator in moving everyone's work along. Please note: this is not a critique or share group. We do not offer writing e …

Graphic & Responsive Web Design is very much its own form of art ... Some would even say that it's a lifestyle. If you live, breathe, love all that is web and graphic design, you've come to the right place. The goal of this group is to grow and work with an awesome niche of talent in which ideas, work, projects can be freely shared and collaborated upon. Let our group be another way to inspire you and take your talents to another level!   Look forward to seeing you at our upcoming open house! p …

I would love the opportunity to meet new people that can bring to the group fun, creativity, and willingness to learn new things.  I envision this group as a social outlet for those artists that love to experiment with new ideas and to just make new friends. Upon joining, please do the following: Please review the Group Etiquette under Discussions Attend two events right away so you can see if this group will be right for you. Suggest 1-2 events. Group participation is a must in this group so …

Welcome, Tao Life Seekers! According to the ancient wisdom of Taoism, in nature there is balance and harmony; Taoism promotes living in accordance with the laws of nature. This group is for those seeking to achieve an inspired creative life applying Taoist principles, either as an artist, a martial artist, a healer, an acupuncturist, a herbalist, a green environmentalist, or those interested in applying those principles in their lives. Our monthly activities take our members to where Tao princip …

Getting together to see great ART in the suburbs of Harford County. We artists and art appreciators find art openings and go! Finding inspirational art to look at, talk about & (possibly buy), meet other artists, and socialize.

I would like to start a community for writers and artists with the goal of exploring, understanding, and working through creative blocks. This will not be a critique group, but a place to meet, share with, celebrate, and support one another. You might just be starting out in your craft or established. It doesn’t matter what type of writer or artist you might be. Our starting point might be The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. We would meet monthly in the Elizabethtown/Mt Joy area.

This group is for writers, artists and musicians to come together to share their work. The idea of the group is to foster growth and creativity. The aim is to provide a comfortable environment for feedback and ideas. I started this group to find other creative people to share with. Look forward to meeting you all.

This is a group for anyone interested in drawing and sketching with graphite, charcoal, pens & pencils, or other similar mediums. All skill levels are welcome, beginner to advanced. I started this group to meet other likeminded artists and to create a environment where every member is each others teacher. I would like this group to openly share ideas and collaborate projects, techniques, methods and personal tastes. Venues will vary from parks, galleries, urban settings, rural area, forrest and …

Please join us if you are looking for opportunities to participate in the Arts, if you love to sing, or dance, if you write songs, poetry, or if you would like to explore and discover new frontiers. CARPE DIEM ARTS creates multi-generational and cross-cultural community celebrations, offering workshops and residencies in the visual, literary and performing arts, as well as a monthly Sing and a monthly Contradance in Silver Spring, retreats on the Eastern Shore, and other uplifting and community- …

Do you love Pinterest as much as I do? Do you have thousands of pins that you have never actually turned into reality? Well then this is the group for you - it's time to start doing what we pin - the mouthwatering recipes, the clever crafts, the genius ideas, the beauty tips and tricks, the inner fashionista that's trying to get out, the home/holiday decor ideas and whatever else strikes your fancy on Pinterest Every month (or more depending on demand) we will get together to try out some of the …

This is a group for artists(emerging or professional) who are looking for other artists to hang out with, bounce ideas off of, just generally interact and vibe off each other!