Street Photography at Night Meetup
Sunday 15 September
E Randolph St, Chicago - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring the town at night.
At this meetup, we will practise the basics of shooting in a dark environment as we capture candid images in an urban setting.
By the end of this event, you will be more familiar with:
- How to adjust camera settings for low light.
- Using slow shutter speeds to get brighter images and create light trails.
- Capturing RAW images.
- Guidelines for shooting other people and their property in the real world.
Mastering the Basics: Fundamentals of Composition Art
Saturday 21 September
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Unlock the secrets to stunning artwork in our "Fundamentals of Composition Art" class! Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class will guide you through the essentials of composition, teaching you how to arrange elements in your artwork to create balance, harmony, and visual impact. With hands-on exercises and expert tips, you'll learn to see your art in a whole new light. Don't forget to bring your basic art materials and get ready to transform your creative vision into breathtaking compositions. Book your spot now, and we'll send you all the details upon confirmation!
Granny Squares
Saturday 21 September
West Town - 5pm - 3 Hours
Claire Rooney
Unleash your creativity with our Granny Squares Crochet Class! Join us for an exciting journey into the timeless art of crochet, where you'll learn to craft beautiful and versatile granny square patterns. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced crocheter, this class offers something for everyone. Discover the joy of combining colors and stitches to create unique and intricate designs that will impress friends and family. Enroll now and master the art of granny square crochet with expert guidance in a fun and supportive environment!
Chicago Henge Meetup
Sunday 22 September
Busstop - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
Autumn equinox where you can capture the sunlight through the building.
Step-by-Step Portrait Drawing
Saturday 28 September
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Step into the world of artistry with our "Step-by-Step Portrait Drawing" class! Whether you're a novice or a dedicated enthusiast, this class is designed to unlock your talent for capturing faces with precision and flair. Guided by expert instructors, you'll learn essential techniques and step-by-step methods to create stunning portraits. Grab your basic art materials and join us for an inspiring journey into the art of portraiture. Reserve your spot today and uncover the secrets to bringing faces to life on paper. Detailed event information will be shared upon booking confirmation.
Step-by-Step Portrait Drawing
Saturday 12 October
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Step into the world of artistry with our "Step-by-Step Portrait Drawing" class! Whether you're a novice or a dedicated enthusiast, this class is designed to unlock your talent for capturing faces with precision and flair. Guided by expert instructors, you'll learn essential techniques and step-by-step methods to create stunning portraits. Grab your basic art materials and join us for an inspiring journey into the art of portraiture. Reserve your spot today and uncover the secrets to bringing faces to life on paper. Detailed event information will be shared upon booking confirmation.
Introduction to Tapestry Crochet
Saturday 12 October
West Town - 5pm - 3 Hours
Claire Rooney
Dive into the colorful world of tapestry crochet with this beginner-friendly class! Learn the fundamental techniques of this versatile craft as you create beautiful, textured patterns. We'll cover basic stitches, color changes, and finishing techniques. All essential materials are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! Perfect for those new to crochet or anyone looking to expand their skills.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 13 October
N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago - 1pm - 3 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
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.
Outdoor Portraits
Sunday 20 October
Eastlake Terrace, Chicago - 12:30pm - 3 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
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 normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. 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.
Headshot Photography Meetup
Sunday 27 October
N Humboldt Dr, Chicago - 12pm - 2 Hours
Caitlin KellyThompson
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 02 November
Uptown - 10am - 3 Hours
Claire Rooney
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on all those important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square. Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Mastering the Basics: Fundamentals of Composition Art
Saturday 02 November
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Geanina Zaharia
Dive into the world of composition with our "Mastering the Basics: Fundamentals of Composition Art" class! Perfect for beginners and art enthusiasts, this class will teach you how to create visually stunning and balanced artworks. With fun, hands-on exercises and expert guidance, you'll learn how to arrange elements to create harmony and impact in your art. Bring your basic art materials and get ready to elevate your creative skills. Reserve your spot now, and we'll send you all the event details upon confirmation!
