DC Media Makers is the preeminent association of journalists, entertainers, advocates, documentarians and tech enthusiasts dedicated to video blogging and learning media literacy in general in Washington, DC. We trade web video production knowledge and teach newcomers how to make and distribute media online. We feature guest presenters, critiques, and collaborative projects. Whether you are an old pro (-we have members from CNN, NBC, and NPR), an established videoblogger, or someone who wants to …

Meet diverse people of all ages in your own back yard and from around the world who love to travel. Go to places you only dreamed of, or thought you couldn't afford. This is a serious travel group for travel enthusiasts. However, the seasoned traveler, occasional traveler and even newbies are all welcome! Mark Twain once remarked, in a critique of American isolationism, that “broad, wholesome, charitable views of... (people) and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner …

Alexandria Treetops is a proud member chapter of Toastmasters International, a nonprofit organization with nearly 250,000 members in more than 12,500 clubs in 106 countries. Our meetings are comprised of approximately 15-25 people who meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 7:30 to 9:00 PM at Jack Taylor's Alexandria Toyota at 3750 Jefferson Davis Highway, Alexandria, VA. Participants practice and learn skills by filling a meeting role, ranging from giving a prepared speech or an imp …

With the introduction of the digital camera, the interest in photography has literally exploded. Millions are enjoying the wonders of photography like never before. And, as a result, many are taking photography more seriously as an art form. But where do you go to improve your skills and get more from your photography? This Meetup group is for the photography enthusiast; photographers of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to expert, from amateur to professional. Whether you just bought yo …

If you want to be submerged in painting and creating and with people who want that too, come meet up with us.  In hopes of finding peers and bringing them together on a regular basis, we will create a momentum we can all benefit from, bringing the act of creating into our daily lives.  Accountability eliminates any squandering and self-doubt.  Each session will end with a group critique.  Snack and lawn chair optional.   Hats & sunscreen a must. Paint 360 is for all creative people, whether you …

We are a group of writers who enjoy imaginative, perhaps even offbeat, fiction. Our goal is to write well--or at least better--but with the freedom to make mistakes. We are not here to necessarily produce polished, publishable fiction, but to rather to carve out a space where writers can experiment and have fun in a relaxed and supportive environment. Speculative fiction--which includes science fiction, supernatural horror, steampunk, dystopian fiction, magical realism, fantastic allegory, and …

Columbia Writers is a group of dedicated writers and authors from all over Maryland. While many of our members focus on YA, kidlit, and children's genres, we welcome all genres. We meet regularly to exchange critiques of our writing, collaborate on writing projects, and host workshops or author meets. As a group, we've completed one anthology and are working on a second. RSVP for one of our meets to learn more!

This group is for anyone and everyone who loves crime related movies! These movies may be old, new, or anything in between! We can change our location periodically to shake things up; but we will do many of our movie meetups at the Gallery Place theater. I work at the National Museum of Crime and Punishment down the street; so I can offer you half price museum tickets on our movie nights! There are also a lot of restaurants/bars in the area for discussion following the movie. I'm looking in to g …

Are you working on a non-fiction book, article, script or blog? Are you a fiction author inspired by factual events? Join the Arlington Creative Non-Fiction Writers for constructive critiques and networking opportunities! In addition to constructive feedback, we're also here to support each other in researching, writing, selling and publicizing our projects. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Join us at the Corner Bakery (2111 Wilson Blvd) just steps from the Courthouse Metro!

This group is related to the InstantDC mobile photography show that happens in DC every year. We exchange ideas, tips, apps, composition techniques and walk around and shoot places around the city with our mobile phones. We also have slideshow presentations and critique each others photos. If you love shooting photos on your mobile phone please join the group! We have expanded to accept all local photographers as well, even if you don't shoot with a mobile phone, you are welcome to join.

ArtKlub is a group of friends who are local Northern Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington DC artists that meet weekly for fun, self-education and encouragement, and to obtain critiques and try vet new ideas. Sometimes we're pencil to paper, sometimes we're discussion and goofing off. We are there to create, inspire, and share.  We help hold each other accountable to making deadlines for commissions, when asked to do so. This is not like book club, sipping tea and having intellectua …

The purpose of the group is for local writers to be able to gather and receive constructive criticism of their writing. The group includes several published authors in fiction, science fiction, fantasy and alternate history. I would prefer any new members to be mature adults; this is not to dissuade teens from writing, but rather to encourage them to form or join writing groups aimed at their demographic. I want this group to feel free to write and discuss possibly mature themes and writing genr …

I'm an aspiring author. I intend to publish soon (fingers crossed)...but in the meantime, I need to finish my book.  I sincerely need to connect with other serious-minded fiction and non-fiction writers in Mitchellville, MD--to keep me focused. I discovered a few writers' groups in Virginia and lots in DC but want to stay in the MD suburbs so I don't have to venture too far from home on the weekends or after a long day's work. I'm serious about my craft and I'd like to meet with 7 to 9 folks twi …

Interested in High Dynamic Range images from digital cameras? Looking to learn how to take better HDR photographs? Wondering which HDR software program works the best? Want to join a group of HDR enthusiasts who have like interests? You've come to the right spot. Our meetup group is interested in digital HDR photography. We examine the various alternatives for processing multi-images and look at the various software programs used including Photomatix, NIK HDR Efex Pro, Adobe Photoshop CS5, Topaz …

Monkeys with Typewriters (MoWiTy) is an extreme writing group bent on hammering out our novels (or whatever projects we're working on) and having fun too. If infinite monkeys can create a masterpiece, so can we. We do not limit ourselves to writing -- any creative endeavor a member feels like working on is appropriate for MoWiTy. During regular meetups, our members write, draw, blog, design, code, or work on whatever other projects they are up to. The purpose of our meetup is to provide members …

Imagination is but useless if it does not have a place to go. Different people use different mediums to express their thoughts. This group is aimed at those who find the pen the vessel to express their flights of fancy, intrigue and mischief. We hope to provide a open environment to encourage collaboration, critique and community. Amateurs to professionals are welcome, to share their thoughts, their stories and their experiences.

I spent an amazing year in Edinburgh, Scotland. While there, I was a member of a creative writing group where I met some fantastic writers. I want to start a similar group in the DC area because I know we have many great writers in the area as well. So here we are. The group brings together writers of all ages and from all walks of life. Whether you are a new writer or have published, all are welcome.  If writing is your life, search for a group no longer.  The format is writers will bring no mo …

This is a group for movies fans who enjoy watching foreign and independent films. For those who enjoy to talk about movies and critique them. We would meet before or after a movie to socialize and talk about movies. Although this group is meant to bring together people who enjoy all kind of movies, events will not be restricted to watching movies. Events such as dinning, happy hour in-house movie nights will also be scheduled.

Hello there! The Baltimore Writing Hour is a group for writers from the Baltimore area to meet weekend mornings for some productive working time. Typically, we gather in a quiet spot and work on our personal projects for a few hours. There is no required amount of time to put in. We find that sticking to a regular schedule and working in the company of fellow writers is a huge motivator in moving everyone's work along. Please note: this is not a critique or share group. We do not offer writing e …

Are you committed to writing? We are looking for ten more serious wordsmiths to join our writing and critique group located in Northern Montgomery County, Maryland. We meet the 2nd Thursday of every month at 7pm in Olney, MD, at the Harris Teeter. We also meet the fourth Saturday of every month at 1pm in Olney, MD, at the Harris Teeter.  Our meetings are about two hours in length. We have talented writers of varying levels of experience.  We write:  fiction, non-fiction, memoir, poetry, young ad …

Welcome!  If you're looking for people who are open-minded, supportive and critical thinkers to share your poetry with and receive feedback, this is the group for you!  Through getting feedback and reading others' works, you'll become acquainted with techniques that others are using, and find ways to apply them to your own work. We meet in areas within or bordering Bethesda.  Please take a look at the upcoming events posted, and RSVP for one that interests you.  I look forward to meeting each of …

Based on the writing workshop model, we will meet at a cozy spot to discuss and dissect some great contemporary short stories by published authors. We’ll talk about what makes the story tick: what’s working, what isn’t, and what we can learn (or steal) for our own writing practice. Then we’ll drink a beer or a coffee or something, and have a few laughs. Join us if you're a fan of the genre or if you want to get caught up on the latest fiction, or if you're a writer yourself and want to learn fr …

(Formerly the Meetup group of the Howard County chapter of the Maryland Writers' Association.) Writing can be a lonely profession, for new and experienced writers alike. The Writing Corner Meetup was created to present information and provide an opportunity to spend time with fellow writers. The 1st hour of each meeting will be a CRAFT workshop ($2 donation for supplies is appreciated). The 2nd hour will be WRITE CLUB. No. I can't tell you what we do. The first rule of Write Club is you do not …

A group for pagan or pagan-friendly folks who appreciate writing in all of its forms. The writing does not have to be pagan-themed. Here, writers can share their work to a pagan-minded audience for a more specific reaction to their writing. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and essays are welcome. I am currently feeling out dates that would work for our group. Please email me and let me know what dates work out the best for you.

This group is for photographers of all skill levels and formats who want to improve their studio photography techniques. Whether your interests lie in photographing people, fine art or commercial products, a working knowledge of studio lighting and common studio equipment is essential to taking great pictures and making your subjects look their best. The goal of this group is to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental atmosphere to learn the art of studio photography, perfect your techniques, h …

The purpose of this group is to create a fun, fast-paced, dynamic, creative and supportive structure to review, critique and encourage one another in completing our works with the goal of getting them published.  We are open to all genres.  This group is a face-to-face and on-line submission group. Our face-to-face meetings are the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month from 1pm to 3pm and are held at the Pride of Towson Lodge, 411 E. Pennsylvania Ave, Towson, MD 21204.  The meeting organization is as …

Calling individuals looking for constructive feedback on their writing and who are willing to offer feedback on the writing of others. Are you a writer? Do you spend hours, days, minutes, or even just seconds every day, week, or month working on your writing? Have you put words on to page are are unsure of your tone, characters, writing voice, or some other component of your writing? This is a group focused on sitting down and looking at writing and offering good, honest, constructive feedback.

This group is for writers, artists and musicians to come together to share their work. The idea of the group is to foster growth and creativity. The aim is to provide a comfortable environment for feedback and ideas. I started this group to find other creative people to share with. Look forward to meeting you all.