The Ripley Art Centre is a fantastic place for meetings and exhibitions. I would like to run regular life-drawing meetings open to beginners and experienced artists. The initial life-drawing workshop will be free, however I need to gauge numbers so please call or email to register your interest.

History of the church where the classes will be held: This beautiful church lies in Westwood Hill in Sydenham, London. There is considerable history behind it. The Architect was Lewis Vulliamy. Various disputes delayed the start and progress of the church, which took from 1827-1832 to build. Underneath the large yew tree at the entrance to the church lies the grave of 10 men who lost their lives during the rebuilding of the Crystal Palace in Sydenham in 1853. Scaffolding collapsed and the men f …

This is a group for young people throughout London who have a passion for personal development, the arts, and positive influence to meet and connect with one another, sharpen their skills, and deepen their love for this city. London town can sometimes seem to have all the frustrations of being stranded at sea, with vast opportunity but no clear way to drink, so this space is intended to one medium with which to gain access into what this city and its inhabitants have to offer. For those interest …

Regular meetups for artsters & craftsters in Croydon (Surrey/S. London). Whether you're a creative bean or wannabean, come join us at the Croydon Craft Studio for regular meetups & workshops! Facilities, equipment & materials available for all sorts of arts & crafts, including collage, card-making & other papercrafts, lino-cutting & printing, creative journaling, ceramic-painting, polymer clay & modelling, drawing & painting and so on.

This group is for people who would like to try tai chi & Qigong with its related arts on our monthly free lesson. Its great for making new friends and learning new things. No special kit required just you, how easy is that

Based in a quirky Spanish themed shop and cultural centre, this group offers conversation classes, intercambios and ad hoc socials for people interested in Spanish art, design, interiors and culture.

An invitation to Dance your Life, to join in a regular weekly community event that invites you into connection with yourself, connection with others and the cosmos, all through your own Organic form of Dance to fabulous world music. This event creates community, and reverence for all of life, to see the sacredness in all things, and to honour and respect each other. Bring yourself if you love music and love to dance, and would like to live in the present moment, feeling your natural instincts. I …

This group is about satisfaction. Soul satisfaction. Together we will create, explore and experience some real soul food. Here you have found a place where you and other like minded souls can recharge, relax and most of all have fun. We will be exploring various areas of personal and soul development, including love, meditation, exercise, art, dance, creative writing, cooking and much more. This group will host a mixture of interactive workshops, seminars and open debates. There will be both reg …

Performance Meet up Performance Meet up gives all performers from any art form a chance to perform in front a live audience You might be planning to go in for Britain’s Got Talent or you need to make a speech at a wedding. This is where you can practice. All comers are welcome. The event will be held on a regular basis and you can come as a member of the audience, or as a performer the choice is yours. The venue etc. will be announced presently. At the moment could you please just register your …

I am a qualified Bob Ross landscape oil painting instructor. The techniques I teach are easy, fast and almost magical giving everyone the opportunity to be an artist. This class is suitable for all levels beginners and more advanced. It is oil painting using a wet on wet technique that can be done very quickly and all in the same sitting as seen in the TV series THE JOY OF PAINTING. You will learn the techniques for yourself and then you can apply these techniques to your own compositions and id …

From May some events move to Husky Studios, Elephant & Castle, check events details please The soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the mind! Welcome to our Group! We, Alice & Jahson, created this Group for everyone who loves life, fun, sharing, gathering, exploring, self development, self healing,...to enjoy all of it together. All our events provide an opportunity to created a safe space together where we can re-connect with our inner creation, wisdom, heale …

This group is for any painters who want to go and stand somewhere and paint landscapes. I'm bored of doing it on my own, so this seems like a good way of finding other people who do this.

Our group is focused on releasing the creativity within. We all get bogged down with stresses and strains, forgetting our true nature....to create. As professional actors and singers we have the opportunity to release our creativity on a daily basis, but are aware of the difficulties presented by the modern work/life balance. Too often people get stuck on jobs that don't satisfy their true passions. We want to help you to release or indeed discover what your true passion is. By hosting our weekl …

Learn to crochet from scratch. OR develop your crocheting skills beyond the basics. Learn how to tacklenew textures in crochet. Playing with colour in crochet. Flowers and other shapes in crochet. New types of crochet - Tunisian, Double-ended, Filet, Hairpin, Jacquard and Broomstick. LACEY. CHUNKY. Edges and Braiding. Buttons.

This club is for women in East Surrey who want to meet other friendly women in the local area.  Our Meetups include trips to the coffee shop, breakfasts, dinners, book clubs, walks in the park, shows at the cinema/theatre, arts and crafts, pub nights, etc.  Whether you’re new in town or just looking to make new friends, this group is for you. Women of all ages and backgrounds are welcome!  All that's asked of you is to join in and try to come to a Meetup within the first few months of being a me …

Lenses of Croydon is a South London based connector for models, MUA and photographers of all levels who live, work or study in and around the London borough of Croydon. Our aim is to aid all members of the group to enhance their creative skills and to build their portfolio while networking with others. Each of our Meetups are themed and will usually focus on a given task, which facilitates the development of new skills, the capturing of vibrant images and the opportunity to experience something …

Saturday un-tutored Class Graduated as a Teacher of Art in 1998, teaching Life Drawing to adults for over four years, with 7 years experience of teaching adults in total. Initially, I set up the group in Crystal Palace because there was nowhere else to meet and to draw from the figure. The class consists of artists with or without experience. Others have developed a recent interest. This is mainly a drop in class, based at a brand new venue in the heart of Crystal Palace, with relaxing music, ea …

This group is designed for the Tee-Total ladies in mind who still love to socialise !!! Let's get together once a month to de stress and re group!!!! Fun activities guaranteed :)

Are you a Sensual Soul? Here we are going to explore all things sensual, here is an opportunity to connect with local like minded people who want to expand their sexual experience. Regardless of where you are on the journey, your experience will be enlightening for others, as we exchange our ideas and share, we will all benefit from this experience for that in itself will be a true expression of sensuousness expressed. Sharing IS caring Khanyisa

Welcome to HU an ancient name for God. Visit www.miraclesinyourlife.org for more info. HU, when sung or chanted with reverence quietly or aloud, anytime and any situation, can help you make a direct connection with God, Holy Spirit, the life force etc. Singing HU has a myriad of spiritual benefits for all who sing it. At the meetup we will show you how to sing HU & share with you how it can help you in your daily life. HU is sung or chanted by people of all ages, races and faiths all over the wo …

A group for guerrilla filmmakers, zero budget, no restrictions. Pick up your camera, Point And Shoot! (MORE DETAILS IN THE 'PAGES' SECTION)

This is a group for people who like renaissance choral music; I say that hoping I'm not mixing up eras of music... Perhaps it's easier to name some composers and performers, it might clarify things if I'm wrong on the era. Composers such as: Lassus, Mundy, Victoria, Allegri, Tallis, Palestrina, Lotti etc etc. Performance groups would be groups like: Gabrieli Consort, Tallis Scholars, The Sixteen. I love the music of this era and it would be great to meet other like-minded people for meet-ups. Th …

This Meetup is designed for photographers who have a passion for photography And anyone who loves photography. Or wants to practice and enhance their portfolio. It is desinged to create an network of photographers in the local area together and love going on walks and taking images.

In 2012 I organised a meetup group called Dickens in London, inspired by the great novelist's bi-centenary and to take advantage of the many events that commemorated this. Victorian London is intended to extend this thread. It is a group for anyone who wants to explore Victorian London. We will visit historical buildings , museums, exhibitions and go on Victorian literary and historical walks. Possibilities include the Cummings Museum in Southwark, the newly refurbished Dickens Museum, a history …

Welcome.  This Meet Up is for anyone interested in Bangladesh, the people, eating authentic food and its sports and culture.  What to expect, to do, to eat or go via Meet Ups in London (and if this is popular than around the UK)..but let's see eh! Open to women and men of all ages and backgrounds. Meet Up organiser Yasmin C, is a veteran lover of all things Bangladeshi (having visited countless times and lived there thanks to her Bangladeshi parents taking her along) even though she was born and …

This figure drawing is suitable for all abilities, tuition is available, and the focus of the group is to improve your skills at this practice, hence it is tutor-led group. I am a practising Artist who specialises in figure drawing and painting, a fully qualified Art teacher, and have previously run life drawing groups for 3 years. As well as being a good life-drawing class it is also a great opportunity to socialise with other arty people; we have an extended tea break, where snacks and refresh …

If you know that you're missing out on opportunities to mingle because you don't know where to meet them. Then here's an opportunity you won't want to miss - it's for mature singles to meet black singles for cultural events and activities of interest to the black community. We'll initially meet up once a month to attend cultural events in and around London.

If you're interested in needlework and social time, come join us! All levels welcome.