River Views
Saturday 15 February
Near Folsom Blvd - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join us for an immersive photography session exploring the stunning Sacramento River area. Capture the beauty of serene waters and lush landscapes while honing your skills with fellow photography enthusiasts.
Historical Photography
Saturday 01 March
Nevada City, Ca - 10am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Photographing the remnants of the California Gold Rush, explore history and improve your photography skills!
Nature Photography
Saturday 15 March
Roseville, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Discovering nature and historical subject matter, join us for this create morning!
Black White Photography
Saturday 29 March
W Land Park Dr. - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Exploring light and shadow with black and white photography. Experience the timeless allure of black-and-white photography, where light and shadow come alive to tell compelling stories.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 05 April
Vernon St, Roseville - 10am - 3 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Red Bud Macro Photography
Saturday 12 April
Davis, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
This photography event offers a chance to explore light, composition, and texture while celebrating the stunning Cercis Occidentalis Red Bud.
Join us!
Water and Nature
Saturday 19 April
Dixon, CA - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
Black and White Photography Meetup: Capturing Light and Shadows
Saturday 15 February
Royer Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Eric Vinluan
Discover the art of black-and-white photography in this inspiring meetup. We'll focus on how to use light, shadows, and textures to create striking monochrome images. Royer Park's variety of natural and urban features offers an excellent setting for experimenting with contrasts and tones.
Composition at the Park: Master the Art of Balance
Saturday 22 February
Maidu - 10am - 2 Hours
Eric Vinluan
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.
Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.
Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.
This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
Bokeh for Beginners
Saturday 01 March
Elk Grove, CA - 10am - 2 Hours
Eric Vinluan
The goal of this session is to learn how to add the (Bokeh effect Background Blur Effect) to your photos while staying sharp and without over exposing your shots. It's best to have prime lenses (lenses with fixed focal length, typically with maximum aperture of f2.8 to f1.2) for this activity but any lens with the capability to zoom, preferably 50mm and above, will do.
Outdoor Portraits using Natural Light
Saturday 15 March
Elk Grove, CA - 10am - 2 Hours
Eric Vinluan
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.
You will preferably need a prime (50mm or longer lens) or a zoom lens. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.
This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
Note: Please bring a family member or a friend as your model
Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 29 March
Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael - 10am - 2 Hours
Eric Vinluan
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
Winter Watercolor Painting Class
Saturday 22 February
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Laura Laughlin
Engaging and Experienced Instructor: Learn from a passionate teacher with years of experience, offering clear, step-by-step guidance and personalized attention to each student.
Fun and Relaxing: Perfect for newcomers to watercolor, this class ensures a laid-back atmosphere where fun and creativity are at the forefront.
Hands-On Learning: Focus on creating beautiful, simple watercolor pieces that can be turned into thoughtful gifts-like custom picture frames or hand-painted art pieces. The course will explore techniques like gradient washes, layering, and creating texture, all while fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of painting.
Winter-Themed Inspiration: Work on themed projects, ideal for creating beautiful, seasonal gifts or simply bringing joy during the winter months. Think snowy landscapes, cozy winter scenes, and elegant holiday designs.
Looking for the perfect gift this winter season? Treat your loved ones to a fun and enriching watercolor painting class led by a seasoned artist with years of experience. This beginner-friendly class is designed to inspire creativity, relaxation, and skill-building, ideal for those wanting to explore art as a hobby.
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Saturday 29 March
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Laura Laughlin
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
Colors of Spring in Watercolors
Saturday 26 April
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Laura Laughlin
Capture the fresh, vibrant energy of spring using watercolor resist techniques! In this meetup, we'll create a lively spring scene featuring blooming flowers and soft clouds by applying resist materials to preserve highlights and add texture. Perfect for all skill levels, this session will guide you through layering colors and exploring the magic of contrast in watercolor. Bring your supplies and get ready to welcome the season with creativity!
Negative Space in Watercolor
Saturday 31 May
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Laura Laughlin
Discover the art of painting with water-based pigments while exploring negative space techniques using plants! In this hands-on meetup, we'll create beautiful relief-style prints by placing leaves and other natural elements onto paper, allowing their shapes to emerge through color washes. Perfect for all skill levels, this session will help you experiment with composition, contrast, and the expressive potential of negative space in watercolor. Bring your supplies and enjoy a creative exploration of nature-inspired painting!