Hello! My name is Michele and I look forward to opening my art studio to art students OF ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS.  You don't need to have any art experience at all to feel art in your heart and soul.  If you are looking to just get together in a friendly and relaxed environment, take classes from amazingly talented teachers, meet new and like-minded people like yourself and explore your own creativity, then you have come to the right place. Please note that we are interested in having members who …

We are a group of upscale and creative professionals who come together and share in exciting wine and chocolate happy hours, wine and cheese parties, wine tasting mixers and art openings for singles and couples primarily throughout Long Island and some in New York City too! It's all about the pleasure of your palette! Let's relish and share in those moments with great friends...our monthly wine and art mixers will consist of social/business networking, wine, art and professional Long Islanders f …

This is a group for anyone interested in Natural Martial Arts with focus on non-violent self defense that is also good for the body. This is for anyone with or without martial arts experience to come explore and learn. The teacher, Grand Master Lin, has had over 60+ years of experience in Chinese and Japanese martial including systems such as Sun-Ping, Tung-Pei, Shao-Lin, Chang-Chuan, Cha-Chuan, Pa-Chi, Jou-Chuan, Hsing-l, Pa Kua, Tai-Chi, Shuai-Chiao Chin-Na, Kuai-Chiao, Aikido, Jujutze, Judo, …

In a world of vanishing dreams we search for beauty and we hold on to hope. During our events, for a few brief hours we share our yearnings and our ideas, while we contemplate works of art, listen to beautiful music and watch artists' musical and dance performances. If your life is filled with art, music, poetry, if you are a writer, actor, film maker, thinker, or if you appreciate the miracle of artistic creation, become part of our circle.

This is a group for anyone interested in meeting new friends and enjoy being a part of the arts community in New York. No matter if you are in Theater, Film, Music, etc. we want to know about you and what you do. This is a forum where artists and art enthusiasts can come together to exchange ideas and enjoy each other's work. An outlet that allows networking where future business relationships can be developed. Networking has a highly crucial role in the professional world of Art, and many peopl …

Welcome All Art-Preneurs!! Now, more than ever, in our new digital age learning, networking and sharing are critical to achieving success in the Arts! We're here to help you build upon your creative vision with resources, knowledge and tools that will enable you to create, sell and promote your remarkable art. Join us with one click - Membership is Free - No Registration Required! Zorka Kovacevich "Delivering on the Power and Promise of Technology" Networking Organizer Marketing Consultant …

Hello, we are a NPO performance and exhibition space located in Teaneck, NJ. The venue is called the Puffin Cultural Forum and we are a project of the Puffin Foundation LTD. We host performances almost every weekend including Jazz, Classical Music, Theater, Poetry, Book Discussions, Film Screenings, Lectures, Exhibition Openings, etc.. It's our mission to provide a community space where arts and the struggle for human rights intersect as we seek to realize in our local community the Foundation's …

This meetup group is about creating, learning, socializing and having fun with other artists and anyone who likes to make things.  We will have classes from visiting artists and also meetups where we learn from each other.  If you have ideas and want to host the group at your place, thats ok too, just send me your idea and we will work on it.  That's why it's the Art Carnival....we can go where ever our imagination can take us.  Join up and lets have some fun!

Soho Dig Art is a very unique adventure. We produce various workshops, exhibits & receptions at Soho Gallery for Digital Art. For more info, sign up or get in touch at sdgasubmissions@gmail.com.

This meetup group is for women dancers, choreographers, actors, directors, filmmakers, visual artists, authors, fashion designers, etc. The goal of this group is to provide networking opportunities for women artists and also host events that will provide opportunities for women to highlight their talents. Activities for this group will include workshops, performances, and networking events. I started this group because of my love for the arts and my dedication to providing opportunities for aspi …

Meet other lovers of the arts! We will be attending films, theater readings, book clubs and exploring the role of arts in ethical living. There will be many events each month to choose from. Some regular events each month will include: 1. Ethics in Film- films are chosen for their ethical issues and a short discussion follows. 2. Ethics and the Theater- These are readings that include both professional and amateur actors and directors- a wine and cheese reception starts the evening and the pla …

Please join us in our photography workshop: The Art of Intuitive Photography! Each class will be held in an exciting location, and is offered as a 2 hour session, a day trip, or a 3 and 5 day workshop. The Art of Intuitive Photography is focused on enhancing your intuition in photography, learning how to see differently, and compositional improvement. It is open to all photography levels and all digital cameras (including point and shoot). This is not a technical class, however we will go over …

NOTE: This group is geared toward African-Americans, Africans throughout the Diaspora and friends. Everyone from all racial/ethnic backgrounds are welcome to join this group.  Are you a well-informed and cultured individual? Are you interested in politics, fashion, all types of musical genres, pop culture, books, theatre, art, indie movies, museums, wine, food, traveling and more? Let's add another dynamic: Do you enjoy discussing national and international politics? Do you love to voice your vi …

Hi All - This network is for all NYC-based artists and designers who have their own businesses and want to connect with other like-minded souls with the intention of connecting, sharing best practices, finding ways of working together and just generally supporting each other as we go after the visions we have created for our lives. - Attendees: Jewelry Designers, artists, photographers, furniture designers, fashion designers, etc. - Frequency: once a month - Location: TBD based on how many inter …

This group is for females ONLY. This group is for ladies who share a love for fashion, art, and creativity. Girls who love, or would enjoy making their own outfits, creating accessories, designing and creating costumes/props (cosplay), sewing, artwork, scrapbooking, craft projects..any form of art and fashion really. If you enjoy the wonderful world of Pinterest and Etsy, this group is for you! This is an opportunity to share tips and inspiration, go shopping for supplies, and work on projects t …

For photographers that appreciate the human form as art.  We will meet and have photo workshops. Dwight streakstudio.com

Meet other local Martial Artists from all styles, and amatuer as well as white-collar recreational boxers. Beginners welcome ! The group does not offer classes, but you can meet members and many will be happy to spar one on one outside of the group with beginners or more advanced martial artists or boxers. We welcome suggestions for events to attend. Please let us know if your gym is holding a martial arts demonstration or boxing show.

This group is for fans of UFC and other MMA competitions and also for those who practice mixed martial arts and are looking for sparring partners. Beginners are welcome and more experienced members are encouraged to share their skills. We will be going to see live competitions in the NYC area and also UFC/MMA events on cable. Suggestions for venues to view cable are welcomed. To join the group, please answer all the profile questions and post your pic.

This meetup group will be for Photographers who want to become better in their Post Production Workflow. From Novice to Professional, everyone will be able to learn something new. Join us, and take your photography to the next level. Our main goal is to bring a solid foundation in the training of Adobe Photoshop. We will walk you through everything from starting as a beginner, and guide you through becoming a paid professional. Everything you need to learn, you can find it with The Art of Retouc …

ArtForward encourages making connections with art enthusiasts, artists and everyone in between. The focus is on contemporary art events that include artist talks, lectures, panels, gallery openings, museum exhibitions, art fairs and auctions with meeting the people behind the scenes. If you love art and wish you were a Warhol, you can learn more about art in general and meet artists. If you make art, you can be more aware of what art is considered "contemporary" and perhaps you can meet anoth …

We exist to support local Artists and for individuals who would like to network in a fun artist friendly environment.

What is "The Art of Active Networking" and why do we do it? There was a recent article suggesting this staggering statistic: “Given the opportunity, over 70 percent of ALL people are not happy with their job, career or with what they are doing…and given the opportunity would change it!” Seems like a whole lot of people who do not love what they do when they wake up in the morning. With so many people unhappy, searching for jobs, shifting jobs, building their business, practice or consultancy a …

This is the place for art and figure drawing in New York from the nude model! We offer a fun, serious session for artists and creative folks, with a great atmosphere and a great bunch of people. It's a supportive, uninstructed session where you're free to draw without judgement, and all levels of experience are welcome. We are one of the longest running groups of this kind on Meetup (possibly THE longest!). Have a look at our gallery to get a feel for some of the work our members do. We'd love t …

This a group intended for people in North Jersey to share a space with others interested in the Arts and Living Mindfully. The intention of the group is also to bring awareness to programs that are being created through the Ojas Center. Our events encourage outdoor explorations, live music, and explorations of self and community through the arts. Some of events we would like to start are: yoga with live dj, out door yoga, live drawing, poetry nights and events that inspire people.

MISSION The Artists' Rights Movement's (ARM) mission is to strengthen laws that protect artists, improve working conditions for artists, and increase government funding for the arts. We are building a national network to change public policy about art in America. This is a great group for artist, art professionals, students, art enthusiasts, lawyers, and retirees who want to be involved in cutting edge art, politics, law, media, and government. Artist = Anyone who sings, photographs, makes mu …

Are you a young musician, a newly inspired painter, a newcomer actor? Is your debut event ready organized? Join the group, you can broadcast it here! New York IS the biggest stage, art gallery, concert hall in the world, and if you are ready to blow up your passion, here you can make your debut visible to the City using the Meetup power! Are you an agent looking for new talents? Join the group, here you can find their debut events. Are you just a New Yorker willing to attend fresh performers eve …

The New York Museum and Gallery Meetup Group will gather monthly to visit various galleries and museums in the New York City area as well as lectures, seminars and panel discussions on various subjects such as art history, collecting and financial issues related to collecting. Members should freely send suggestions of different events in New York City so that the Meetups reflect the interests of the group. This is a great opportunity to pick from the thousands of art events occurring in New York …