… This forum invites people who are entrepreneurial-minded driven individuals (boutique owners, freelancers, artists, designers, photographers, artists, etc) who would benefit from interaction with other like-minded people. Hopefully, this group will help the members in their respective endeavors – in advancing their careers or launching their own businesses.   Wish you all the best and a successful New Year 2012! - Julie Johnson  .

LightSpace.tv Photo Studios offers exciting full-day events, workshops  and free get together creatives that deliver hands-on studio experience to push your hobby or career to the next level. You'll have a unique opportunity to shoot in a professional photo studio using the latest lighting setups with professional models and hair, makeup, and clothing stylists. You'll learn studio techniques from our guest pros and shoot and build your own portfolio.  We'll teach you studio and natural lighting …

  Pickup Artist Events (www.PickupArtistEvents.com) in New York City was founded in 2009 by a group of dating coaches and pickup artists (PUAs) living in New York City.    LEARN FROM TOP NOTCH GUEST SPEAKERS We seek out and host the premier dating coaches and experts, Casanovas, and pickup artists (PUAs) as guest speakers. Join us in our monthly meetings and special events as we bring famous speakers like Mystery and Matador from VH1's The Pickup Artist, New York City native Brad P. - ra …

                        THE RENSAISSANCE WORKSHOP & ARTIST SALON is open to those interested in learning to draw & paint, and to learn the History, Science, Philosophy & Metaphysics of Art. The workshop takes place in the studio of artist and instructor Raúl-Santiago Sebazco in Chelsea, New York. The workshop follows the centuries old tradition of the education of emerging artists in the working studio of a professional artist. It is inspired by the artist’s workshops of Renaissance Europe. Thes …

Penetrating the Secret Society of Pick up Artists Welcome to Join this Roundtable of New York Chivalry Any member of this group can schedule an event and be the host!   Delve into the minds of temptation... All while discovering how the Casanova interacts with the opposite sex. Learn influential strategies, techniques, tips & tricks to lead up into the moonlight. Discover how the male psyche works and the art of coercion against the pretentious female. Find penetrating tactics in: social behavi …

… We are creating a community of practice where people who want to learn more about writing can come and find out how exceptional writers create and maintain their effectiveness, professional writers can hone their craft and network, and amateur and aspiring writers can learn more about the discipline and joy of writing and get inspired to get and keep their enthusiasm, whether it's starting their own freelance writing practice, learning to write for life and business situations, or writing creati …

Who We Are: We are a growing number of ukulele enthusiasts of all skill levels, from all walks of life, and different backgrounds who share in the love and respect of the Ukulele! Our Mission: Learn to play as a group. Improve our ukulele skills. Spread the joy of ukulele music. Just have fun playing the ukulele. Assist aspiring Ukies in their learning process. Why The Uke? The ukulele is the happiest, most accessible, and easiest string instrument to learn. Also, ukul …

This is a group for anyone who would like to learn to paint in Watercolor and Sketch in Prospect Park. I will offer instruction and demonstrations for those who would like it. Feel free to join if you already are already experienced and just want to paint/draw with a group. Bring your own materials and feel free to ask for suggestions on buying materials. $15 includes demonstrations/instruction.

Jalopy Theatre offers 5 series per year of music classes for mandolin, ï¬?ddle, banjo, guitar and ukulele for adults, in a class setting of a maximum of 7 students. We offer beginner, intermediate and advance levels of instruction. We hope to make learning an instrument both approachable and fun. With a light-hearted, song based learning style, students begin learning songs immediately. A class series runs for 8 weeks for $225 prepaid or if you don’t have an instrument, you can rent one from us …

This group posts events hosted by Alwan for the Arts. Further information are @ www.alwanforthearts.org. Anyone interested in knowing more about Alwan for the Arts should sign up to this group. Alwan for the Arts serves the Arab community and educates the broader public by showcasing a range of cultural events, thereby enriching the cross- cultural and artistic encounter. Alwan is committed to maintaining a space for reflection, dialogue, and growth in the arts and cultures of the peoples of t …

Founded by Director and Passionate Makeup Artist Amy Nicole, Chic Studios NYC – Studio of Makeup Artistry opened its doors in New York City in 2009 as a professional studio that educates aspiring and established artists. Chic is best known for its one-of-a-kind 4-Week Professional Makeup Artistry Course that is carefully designed to teach the fundamentals and techniques of makeup artistry. The studio boasts an array of award-winning instructors, intense and comprehensive curriculums and offers l …

Model Lounge is a networking group for those in the fashion and model industry - Including experts and professionals within the field of visual and performing arts. Our goal is to provide a forum where we can meet, share ideas and learn from one another. Join Model Lounge to connect with people that shares your passion and can serve a purpose for your advantage

This group is for people who are interested in Swing/Lindy Hop and West Coast Swing classes and events in New Jersey. The Artists' Lab offers Group Classes, Workshops and Private Lessons in Lindy Hop, Balboa, Carolina Shag, Foxtrot and West Coast Swing in New York City and northern New Jersey. Anyone can learn! Bringing a partner is not required. All classes will rotate partners. You'll learn the footwork and moves, and you'll also improve your comfort level and skill at partnering and commun …

***** Message from the Organizer, Eric Yeh 3/23/2009 I would like to open this group up to multiple AO's who can post various events for me. I have reached out to some of my other art circle friends from galleries, auction houses, museums, and art organizations to see if they would like to participate as well. Eventually we will hopefully have a thriving community for art events, and if at some point the number of AO's dwindles that would be fine. Our member Henry (I'm sorry I don't know …

Guitar lovers and guitarists - welcome to the NYC Guitar Group!  The NYC Guitar Group is for everyone and everything guitar- to bring us all together as a guitar community: guitarists, guitar students, guitar teachers, guitar makers, guitar sellers, guitar technicians, songwriters, composers, guitar managers, and everyone who loves the sound of the guitar.  This group is for you. Even if you've never held a guitar before, come join us and discover a beautiful instrument! Our mission is to bring …

I'm a professional makeup artist with over twenty years experience working in fashion, photography, television, video and multimedia. I've become proficient in makeup application conducive for the environment you are working in. Have you ever seen photos where the face is much darker than the body, or pictures where the area under the eyes look grey? That is because great makeup is about balance and understanding light, where it begins and how it reflects. In this Meetup group you will learn bas …