“ I want these meetups because they're fun! ”

“ HELP! I miss Manhattan. And I need to make cool new friends who are interested in the same things I'm interested in. ”

“ I've been a point and shooter for years and just got my first DSLR. ”

“ I raised my daughter as a single working mother in NJ, I'm taking care of my and my daughter's best friend child by myself too. I want to meet single parents with kids so that this pretty 3 yr old learns to socialize and to have and artistic mind. ”

“ it's always fun to learn and network Namaste, and Much Love, ~me :~D ”

“ Hi - my name, Kriti, means "creation" -- and that's what I hope to do here! I would love to be part of a group to do crafts together, and share our knowledge of how to do it. I do collages, cards, drawing, and a few other things. Looking forward to i ”

“ I am a young writer /Waldorf teacher moving to Philly. I have recently started a novel, with the help of The Artist's Way. When I meet other writers and artists of all kinds, I remember why I go through all this and get more committed. ”

“ In HIP HOP, your either part of the problem... or part of the solution. Which are you? ”

“ Hi my name is Anthony I love anything creative, but I do not seem to know many people who also love creating and sharing ideas. I would love to meet some people more like me. ”

“ Hi been experimenting with lifecasting the last year or so anyone interested in posing or learning more about it let me know can always use an assistant thanks Lee .......... lknoll@inetmail.att.net ”

“ I have sung, recited and performed my work at Touchstone Theater, Lehigh University, Panoramic Poetry sponsored by Chaney U. & October gallery in Philly, and The Philadelphia International Art Expo. Mtg. w/poets energizes & inspires me. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in networking with other freelance artists like me. ”

“ Always been a Spidey fan. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because writing is a lonely profession. It is crucial to remain grounded by reaching out to other writers ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it gives people a chance to interact with one another through sharing similar interests. It's always comforting and fun when you actually get to meet others AND you already have something you can each relate to! ”

“ Public Policy and International Affairs Second Year Graduate Student. Currently writing thesis on Why the US has not ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Focus on Comparative Social Policy. ”

“ I planning on moving to the Philly area in a few months, love the outdoors, and looking to meet new people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am an artist who wants to meet other artists ”

“ Hello my name is Karen Kernan. Unfortunately, I am not talented as far as painting or sculpture but I am interested in the arts. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am an artist who has mostly freelanced; it is inspiring to be around other artists & I miss that. I will be showing some of my work here very soon. ”

“ Hi! I'm Natalie, a writer and sometime editor (currently between jobs). I've been struggling with writer's block but hope to get out of it soon. I have an epic fanfic project to complete (nearly done!) before going on to original works. ”

“ love to learn italian ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i need people who share the same common interest in art with me to get inspiration, to learn together, to have fun together.. i also like ourdoor painting and would like people to start a plein air group. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people in Philadelphia. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need some guidence in writing and publishing some of my poetry. ”

“ I want local Art Therapy Meetups because I am an Art Education Student looking into pursuing a career as an Art Therapist. Having two brothers with autism, I have always wanted to work with children of this growing population. ”

“ I have a passion for all forms of poetry, I feel it's one of the purest forms of communication just the way words are woven into a tapestry of emotions and thoughts....MAN it's tight!! And it can only get deeper with an entire forum of poets. ”

“ I want local Painter Meetups because I've been painting for a few years now..I'm 19..and not in school...painting by yourself takes a toll and i'd like to meet people around my age group who are into art. :-) ”

“ I want local Art Therapy Meetups because I want to study art therapy. ”

“ I just want to be around creative people more often and discuss new ideas. ”

“ I am an art student at the University of Pennsylvania and the Vice President of the Penn Art Club. I'm always interested in what other artists are up to, and always looking for interesting people to bring to Penns campus! Contact: krl@sas.upenn.edu ”

“ I want local Art Modeling Meetups because I would like to be a part of the creative process and would like to become aware of art modeling opportunities ”

“ I want local Art Therapy Meetups because I am a therapist working with foster children and would love to learn ways to help them process their feelings and transitions. ”

“ I am an amateur artist looking to exchange and/or create with others. So far I have only tried pencil/charcoal/acrylics. Willing to draw or paint any subject really. ”

“ Hi, i work with water colors and want to try oils but need some help . looking for an art club to join but im finding that south eastern pa doesnt have one and the closest is rehoboth beach delaware , rehoboth beach art club, am i mistaken ”

“ I'm a musician that likes art and would welcome the chance to learn more about it by hanging with some artists. ”