If you are an artist or model that looooooooves pin-up art from the 1940's and 1950's, this groups is for you. Every other Saturday we're holding a figure drawing workshop for anyone that wants to do live figure study of pin-ups. Each workshop includes a dolled-up hot mama in a period type setting. We do both long and short pose, and encourage artists from all mediums to come and get inspired or hone their craft.

This is a group that celebrates and explores Los Angeles and the rich community of people who live here. Like an urban village with deep roots and diverse flavors . . .  L.A. is to me an Urban Pueblo. =) I'm looking forward to planning a wide variety of activities: from lectures at the Downtown Public Library to Dodger baseball games at Chavez Ravine; from the Farmer's Market in Barnsdall Park to the Tamale Festival in McArthur Park. =)  Let's go to Grand Central Market, Angels' Flight, The Holl …

The “Crunchy Crafters” is a community for and of the creative types (who are also granola crunchy) As a group, Etsy Mob/Crunchy Crafters aspire to: 1) Serving the larger community with our artistic talents 2) Cross pollinating of ideas and practices between the Crunchy artists/crafters 3) Have TONS of fun…!!! While doing all that, we don't mind exploring business opportunities at Etsy and other venues so that we can keep on doing what we love. Cool with you? --------------------------------- …

We are a group of friendly, professional people with strong social skills and a desire to meet the same. We have no other agenda than to have a great time taking advantage of the many things Pasadena and Los Angeles has to offer. As you are aware, there are so many things to do here, but many of them are much easier and more fun to do with others. So, if you have been holding off on exploring your surroundings because you don’t want to do it alone, or you need a bigger crowd, then this group mi …

Got the LA city blues? Want to stretch your cultural boundaries and do something beyond your regular routine? Eclectic Diversions Meetup is for those who want to live "outside the box" and share their passion for creative expression with like-minded, enthusiastic explorers. This group offers an eclectic mix of activities, ranging from the unique to the bizarre, including vaudeville, live music, poetry/spoken word, art events, burlesque, dance performances, and so much more. Sound like fun? Join …

This is a wonderful group of shooters who eager to learn more about photography and help each other along the way! No matter if you just a beginner or have an experience, you welcome to join our group. Some of the events are targeted to the beginner level, while the other Meetups will be more advanced. Organizer is making sure to build the schedule base on group needs, so if you have an interesting concept in mind that you would like to work on together, just let us know. Anna Donovan is the org …

This is a group for people who want to draw from live models. Maybe you took a figure drawing class in college and always wanted to try it again, or perhaps you are an industry professional that could brush up on your skills. In any case, all skill levels are welcome. Experience drawing from a nude model is preferred but not required.

This group was created for: Artists, designers, dancers, actors, comics, writers, musicians and that just so happen to be parents too. This is a place to: -Socialize with creative parents (some meetups can include kids, but they don't all have to). -Network! Help restart your creative career after taking time out to parent full time. -Support each others creative endeavors and parenting choices. -Encourage creativity in peers, it's so easy to stop creating when you are putting your kids first. …

Alumni of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music who now live and work in and around Los Angeles and Southern California. Find out what's happening these days at CCM: http://ccm.uc.edu/

This meetup group is a way for ladies in the Pasadena/San Gabriel Valley area to regularly meet with others who are interested in catching up, having a chat and forming new friendships. It started out as coffee but has evolved to include meals, art classes, local events and crafting. We are a diverse group of different ages, backgrounds and interests. There are Angelenos as well as ladies who are new to the area. I host regular meetup every second Wednesday called Lemonade Wednesday. I try to ke …

Our finishing school provides workshops and training for those in the performing arts - specifically burlesque, cabaret, and circus performers. The training we provide focuses on movement, comportment, character development, and the refinement of an individual performer's acts or numbers. This group is designed for performers that are looking for a way to improve their craft without signing up for overpriced or extended classes. Everything is taught "a la carte". It's been my experience that a l …

This group has been created for all of you who have a love and passion for the French language and culture. Your journey to the French speaking world is just about to start! Bon voyage à tous! Regardless of your level you will find our group enjoyable as we also offer you the opportunity to stay connected with the French world; events such as French movies, concerts featuring French artists, plays and art exhibits related to the Francophone culture and language as well as get together just for " …

deb3321 is a new artist's studio that is open for uninstructed figure drawing sessions on Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  $5/hour.  Come as long or as little as you like. We're also conducting critique/discussion following the drawing sessions.  If you attend the drawing session for two hours, it's free.  If you come in for crit, it's $5 for however long it goes.  Bring in any work, any media, any philosophical position, it does not have to do with drawing but art.  Modernist, conceptual …

Studio117B was created for artists that wish to further their abilities in figurative art. There is a live model every session and the studio has professional equipment, art benches, easels, lighting and a stage. A wide range of artists attend from beginners just starting their studies to working professionals. There is a great group of friendly regulars and new comers are always welcome.

I'm starting this group to explore if there is interest in a Communal Art Studio in Pasadena where members can rent studio space on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and be part of a community of local artists. This would be based on the CoWorking model, only instead of office space it would be Art Studio Space. Rates would run from about $25 a day to $250 a month for common room space and about $500 a month for a private studio with access to the rest of the space. For similar models, please sea …

Come flow with us! It's fun, amazing for the mind, body, and heart, and we love it! Come play and learn poi, staff, hooping, and juggling.

"Does it work?" Greetings- I'm Peter, one of the co-founders of Lab Rats, and the "gatekeeper"/vetter for our members.  Lab Rats is the name for our self-defense/martial arts/combatives/MMA training group, active since 2000. Sometimes it's referred to as "Fight Church", for when we train on Sundays. Simply, we are a training group first, but happy to share our combative ideas (a way, not the way...) in exchange for training partners.  Great for exercise/fitness, self-defense training (sport and …

Los Angeles is a make-up of very distinct neighborhoods, arts and culture, food and people. This meetup will encourage a diverse group of people to explore all that Los Angeles has to offer. The primary activity will be to take a short city walk once a month or every two months to check out 3 City Blocks in a Los Angeles neighborhood. This will involve dining, shopping, museums, happy hours, cultural events, a performance or a fitness activity. In addition, other events will be organized to just …

Welcome to The Wine Club, a Pasadena-and-beyond group that encourages lovers of the grape (and those who want to be) to explore the wide world of wine through local tastings, wine-and-food events, winery visits and private parties. While many members of this group are true connoisseurs, this is NOT a high-society, button-down, hushed-tones collection of snooty people to sniff and swirl with. Rather, it's a club for everyone who wants to enjoy good wine, learn more about the art and science of ta …

Join Artful Playdate for an interactive, and creative playdate. We will supply all materials neccesary for an affordable imaginative and artistic experience. For ages 3-100+. Grandparents, Nannies, Dads, Moms, and Mommy helpers welcomed and let's have some fun, creatively engaging your little ones because playdates can be enjoyed by everyone.

deb3321 is a contemporary/experimental artist's studio that has exhibitions, uninstructed figure drawing sessions, lectures, instructed classes or whatever is appropriate to the vision of the studio. deb3321 is now opening its critique session for all visual artists on Saturdays from 3:30 p.m. to (no later than) 5:30 or 6:00 p.m.--although--however far it goes if the conversation is interesting. deb3321 again is contemporary/experimental, however artwork can be representational and/or non-repre …

We put together playgroups and events for children to speak Chinese, learn about the heritage and experience the culture while having fun. This group is created and managed by Mandarin Chinese speaking moms whose children are learning or speaking Chinese. We want to spice up our children’s learning and reveal to them the fun and wonder of our culture. Our activities include felt-board stories, thumb rhymes, folk songs, board games, cooking, calligraphy, art projects, games at parks, trips to mus …

Finally! You have found a group of people just like you who want to study Improv in a fun and social community. You will learn from award-winning teachers like Bill Chott (SNL, The Ringer, Disney's Wizards of Waverly Place). We are a fun and safe environment where you can learn for the first time, or refresh your skills. Improv is for everybody. Now you can learn the skills that help actors, business professionals, public speakers and artists. Take a free improv class and find out if your'e read …

This group is being created for those chicas interested in cooking, movies, books, the arts, outdoors, physical activities, traveling and volunteering for community projects. Open to all who enjoy life and love to laugh, I will have two others helping set the calendar all suggestions are welcomed. Look forward to meeting you all. This is an active group,you will be receiving email notifications/updates on a weekly basis if you decide to join this group. You do not have to sign up for every event …

Club Xinyidao is a practice group dedicated to the research of the Chinese internal martial arts - Shanxi Che Style Xingyi and Dai Clan Xinyi Quan cultivative and combative methods supplemented with Baguazhang, Beijing & Shanxi style Shuai Jiao, and San Da as taught by Professor Li Tailiang, Master Yang Fansheng, and Coach Guanda He. The study group is lead by Coach Sudan Jeffers - lineage disciple in the International Xinyi Dao Federation, and the 2011 U.S. Middle Heavyweight Shuaijiao Champion …

Welcome! The purpose of this group is to bring together women martial artists for training and light sparring. Kung fu, jujitsu, aikido, and other styles, including self-defense practice welcome. This will be a supportive space for practice, improvement, and gentle challenging of each other to improve our martial arts and self-defense skills. This is for all levels, but women who are at least an "advanced beginner" preferrable. My vision: I have a vision to create a women's space for sparring.  …

This is a group for single professionals in their 30s or 40s who wish to meet other single professionals in the area. The main goal of this site is to bring new people together, and also to share advice to others who are searching. We plan on having movie nights, dinner, happy hours, bar hopping, bowling, art walks, and much more.