My name is Roderick Smith, and I love visiting coffeehouses..so much so, that I bought my own shop in March of 2009...Gathering Grounds Coffeehouse in Kirkwood.  Although the coffee shop is now closed, the passion for coffee, conversation, education, and the arts still drives me. This meetup group is exploding with events If you're the kind of person who likes to hang out at indie coffeehouses -Enjoy great poetry, spoken-word, and live music - Want to meet other interesting, diverse, folks for i …

Atlanta Painters provides a community for 2-D artists in the Atlanta, GA area. We have a networking event once a month and creative opportunities throughout the year including: Creative networking, Plein air painting sessions, Figure/portrait painting sessions, Art marketing opportunities, Gallery and opening visits, Museum visits, and Critiques. We hope to inspire and motivate you, the artist, to believe in yourself and the value of your creative pursuits. Art adds value to society by maintain …

This is the place where photographers, models and other interested in the capture of images get together. We seek rich color and atmosphere as a background for the capture of creative, striking and provocative images. This ain't your daddy's shoot group folks. This MeetUp seeks to find those quirky locales in the ATL for a little social networking and great images. Bring your ideas and your talent. The shooting party continues!

Welcome to our creative outlet!!! We created this group so we could have an excuse to do the things that we really love so... We will be doing a lot of crafty stuff and the one constant will be mixed media. Some of the crafts that we will be doing on a regular basis include screen printing, jewelry making, yarn work (like crochet and knitting), painting, paper making and more... We will offer open studio time where you can just come, hang out, create and have fun, and more specific classes where …

WHO? 'ALL' levels of Photographers and associated MISSION: My mission here is to help you enjoy growing as an artist and photographer, to teach you to see even better. After taking a breather the last couple of months we’re ready to kick off 2010 with an even better year; more professional makeup, better photo shoots, better models and more in depth instruction. WHY JOIN? Here you can: • Learn from professionals about posing, lighting and making money • Save money while learning • Network wi …

Welcome to our model group. NOTICE: NEW EVENTS at bottom of page WHO? New and professional models over 18 that are wanting to network, build portfolios and learn the hows of getting work as a model. MODEL MEMBERSHIP: 'FREE'. PHOTOGRAPHERS: Please join and register at our companion Photographers site at: http://www.meetup.com/Larry-Marchant-Photography-and-Mode... WHY JOIN? - Save money on photo shoots - Network with other models, photographers and makeup artists - Build an exciting, prof …

Collaboration of writers, artists, marketing, and publishing talent to inspire and encourage the production and successful marketing and distribution of graphic novel, comic book, and other sequential art projects from conception to finished, distributed product. The purpose of this group is to share critique, ideas, inspiration and resources, to collaborate, and generally make what often is a lonely process more interactive, less lonely, and more fun. From would-be to professional talent is wel …

This meet up group was started to bring together creative people in art, dance, music, theatre and literary arts on all levels. Anyone interested in creating, supporting or learning more about the arts should join this group.

Atlanta Booty Shakin Bingo Meetup Group is a monthly get-together of really fun (over 21) people in Atlanta who bring bingo playing to new levels of fun. Bingo is always a fun favorite and at Blue Mark Studios monthly event it's a booty shakin' good time. There will be great music, food, drinks, prizes and a bunch of really FUN people! This is NOT like your Grandma's Bingo!

Sisters On The Move! (Who We Are) An organization created to be an outlet for women empowering women and where sisters from all walks of life unite! To create a unique Sisterhood that will foster a sense of community and family. To celebrate our differences and to discover our similarities, to help heal, uplift, support and to encourage each other through community awareness and friendship. We are very committed to enhancing our quality of life. Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organiza …

A weekly figure drawing session at Apache Cafe, also open to photographers. At a typical figure/ life drawing session (class) the attendees sit around a model either in a semicircle or a full circle. No two students have exactly the same view, thus their drawing will reflect the perspective of the artist's unique location relative to the model. The model often poses on a stand, so students can more easily find an unobstructed view, depending on the type of pose, furniture and/or props may be use …

The DoActCrazy Group (Atlanta) is created primarily for artists who are passionate about being involved with producing new media, especially original video content for the web in serial and episodic formats. Actors, video bloggers, and aspiring film makers are the most obvious artists who’ll benefit from participating in this group – however, I hope this group attracts a wide scope of individuals. This includes actors, videographers, film makers, special effects / compositors, writers, musicians …

Hollywood Southeast Entertainment Association is bridging the gap between the artist and the entertainment industry. Become apart of this unique community, which supports artists, who embody diversity, innovation, and have a unique vision. Visit our website for casting updates at www.hollywoodsoutheast.com Artists from all industry genres are coming together to collaborate, network and build relationships with like minds. Hollywood Southeast Entertainment Association works to empower and promo …

Creative financing for real estate investments is a dynamic group of like-minded people who want to succeed in creating wealth. Members enjoy problem-solving the art of deal making. Discover how easy it is to put yourself in a powerful financial position with the use of the techniques that are discussed in this organization. This dinner meeting will cause members to think out-of-the-box, enjoy success, and allow for the acquisition of great real estate investments. There is more than one way to …

We are a Meetup that wants to provide friendship, events and fun for busy single professionals of all ages. We will post a variety of activities and events and who knows, you just might meet that someone special at one of our social events.

The purpose of the group is to gather a group of like-minded parents who want more out of their child's first school experience (an alternative to academic preschool).  If you are interested in allowing your child to learn in developmentally appropriate ways in a loving, nurturing environment....come check our group out!  Your child's first school experience should be a positive one where the child feels loved and accepted.  Home schoolers welcome! This group is for ages preschool age children a …

'Systema', or 'The System' is a method of learning which engages the body and mind to further a person’s ability in all aspects of life. Whilst the most immediate result is self-defense skill, it is not limited to the practice of such. Training with us will increase your awareness, strength, flexibility, cardiovascular efficiency and mental control. We do not adhere to specific techniques or disciplines; rather we train with reality in mind and encourage personal growth and creativity. WHAT IS …

Group dedicated to creativity in design and making.

Transmedia. For everyone involved in the transmedia space. A Place to gather, incubate & share ideas, collaborate on projects, network, fill in teams, speak, socialize, create/display work, and overall dive into the transmedia space with likeminded individuals. The entertainment industry is booming in Atlanta & The Southeast, and Transmedia is at the forefront of how content is being created and distributed across platforms. If you are: An artist writer speaker author game developer digital cont …

Creative Souls is a place where Creatives can Talk About, Be About, and "Do what Creatives Do". This group will provide a supportive space where you can give and receive consistent, honest feedback and have a chance to collaborate with other Creative Souls. Create Souls Focus Group consists of - but not limited to - writers, photographers, painters, musicians, designers, and visual artists.

We are creating an Art Class were you can come get Step by Step instruction on how to paint. We have great local artist who lead the class in a fun, spirited way. You are welcome to join us. No prior experience necessary. You get to take home a beautiful 16 X 20 complete canvas which captures your art work for the evening. Come out and meet and greet other paint newbies or hobbyists.

This is a group of people who love expressing human emotions via fine art photography. We'd love for you to join, if you are interested in bringing your creative insight and brainstorming with other local artists. We will meet periodically and work together to make our ideas come to life in the form of well-executed pieces of photographic art.

The Art Gallery creates Art that Inspires. It's all about giving back every month to a different Charity. We Choose Feb for National Heart Disease Month to support the American Heart Association. Please join us for a night of sharing and giving back with our Art and Culture Community.

AIA Atlanta advances the quality of life in our communities through inspiration and leadership in both design and the build environment. About Us With approximately 1,700 members throughout the Greater Metro Atlanta area, the Atlanta chapter of The American Institute of Architects is a energetic, creative, and agile advocate for architects, design professionals, students, and the general public. With a diverse membership comprised of professionals from a variety of backgrounds–traditional firms, …

Atlanta Pitch Dish is a grassroots grant-funding community meal for small to medium sized creative projects. Here's how it works: A group of imaginative people come together to share a meal, hear ideas and fund the one we believe in most. There's a $10 charge for dinner with $7 of each meal awarded to the grant winner while the remaining $3 goes to fund the CHOZEN AWARDS Scholarship. Everyone who purchases the meal gets one vote to determine who will receive the grant. The are no real rules. The …

Finally, a group created for the Arts & Entertainment enthusiast! Their are so many individual groups that we are in that we network, learn, and grow with the help of others, but after we do all of that learning, and growing as an artist where can we display our work... when we are ready? This group looks to do just that! It will connect us together and let us showcase the great talents we all have. Plus, rather we realize it or not we all will end up needed each other on a future project or two …

Photography meetups in a professional studio environment. Bringing together amazing Atlanta photographers, models, make up artist, wardrobe specialist and more. Come to one of our shoots and leave with portfolio worthy photographs. Meet and Shoot offers photoshoots, classes, workshops and more.  We cover from one on one instruction, all the way to events with 30+ photographers. Our website is : www.masatl.com Check here for the latest scheduling of our events. Why should you come to Meet and …