Outdoor Portraits
Saturday 05 April
Loring - 10am - 2 Hours
Tom Archibald
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.
Interior Portraits (Window Light)
Saturday 19 April
University of Minnesota, East Bank Campus - 10am - 2 Hours
Tom Archibald
Please join us for discussion of interior portraits (Window Light)
We will discuss the following:
- metering process, what ISO will work best
- posing to take advantage of the window light
- the use of reflectors and where to place
- what reflection material to use silver, gold, or white.
And so much more...Hope to see you there!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 03 May
Saint Anthony - 10am - 3 Hours
Tom Archibald
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.
Street Photography
Saturday 17 May
Loring - 10am - 2 Hours
Tom Archibald
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Architecture Photography
Saturday 14 June
University of Minnesota, East Bank Campus - 10am - 2 Hours
Tom Archibald
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.
In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 28 June
Saint Anthony - 10am - 3 Hours
Tom Archibald
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.
Anime and Cartoon Drawing Class
Saturday 26 April
Uptown - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Ever wanted to draw out your thoughts and ideas as a comic?
In this workshop, we'll cover beginner cartoon creation. We'll learn skills for building your character, facial expressions and poses, as well as comic panel drawing.
This workshop is great for anyone looking for an introduction to cartoon and anime drawing, no experience is necessary!
Sketching Modern Sculpture in a Natural Setting
Saturday 24 May
South Eighth Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Drawing abstract sculpture in a natural setting. The focus is contrasting contours! Bring your sketch book and pencils and we will seek out the weirdness of the sculpture garden!
Watercolor and Gouache Meetup
Saturday 21 June
Southwest Minneapolis - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Join us for a relaxing Watercolor and Gouache Meetup! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, come enjoy a creative session, share techniques, and get inspired by fellow artists. Bring your supplies and dive into the vibrant world of watercolor and gouache!
We will meet by the bandshell!
Acrylic Painting
Saturday 19 July
Naglee Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Discover the versatility of acrylics at our Acrylic Painting Meetup! This session is open to all skill levels, whether you're new to painting or looking to refine your technique. Enjoy a creative atmosphere, experiment with vibrant colors, and connect with fellow artists. Bring your supplies and let your imagination flow!
Como Observatory Gardens
1225 Estabrook Drive St. Paul, MN 55103
Mixed Media Summer Lakeside Sailboat Rendering
Saturday 16 August
Lake Bde Mde Ska - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
We will be combining painting, drawing and press and release applique painting techniques to capture the sail boat fun on Lake Mde Bde Ska in Uptown.Just off of Lagoon we will meet at the snack bar seating area of Lake Bde Mde Ska in uptown. httpswww.minneapolisparks.orgparks-destinationsparks-lakesbdemakaskaparkJust off of Lagoon we will meet at the snack bar seating area of Lake Bde Mde Ska in uptown. httpswww.minneapolisparks.orgparks-destinationsparks-lakesbdemakaskapark
Just off of Lagoon we will meet at the snack bar seating area of Lake Bde Mde Ska in uptown.
https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/parks-lakes/bde_maka_ska_park/
Fashion Figure Illustration
Saturday 13 September
Southwest Minneapolis - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
In this workshop, learn the fundamentals of fashion figure illustration, focusing on various garment styles and designs. Join us at a beautiful outdoor venue to capture inspiration from the fashion of everyday life.
Try your hand at fantasy garment design in this unique illustrative adventure.
Anime and Cartoon Drawing Class
Saturday 26 April
Uptown - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Ever wanted to draw out your thoughts and ideas as a comic?
In this workshop, we'll cover beginner cartoon creation. We'll learn skills for building your character, facial expressions and poses, as well as comic panel drawing.
This workshop is great for anyone looking for an introduction to cartoon and anime drawing, no experience is necessary!
Sketching Modern Sculpture in a Natural Setting
Saturday 24 May
South Eighth Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Drawing abstract sculpture in a natural setting. The focus is contrasting contours! Bring your sketch book and pencils and we will seek out the weirdness of the sculpture garden!
Watercolor and Gouache Meetup
Saturday 21 June
Southwest Minneapolis - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Join us for a relaxing Watercolor and Gouache Meetup! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, come enjoy a creative session, share techniques, and get inspired by fellow artists. Bring your supplies and dive into the vibrant world of watercolor and gouache!
We will meet by the bandshell!
Acrylic Painting
Saturday 19 July
Naglee Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
Discover the versatility of acrylics at our Acrylic Painting Meetup! This session is open to all skill levels, whether you're new to painting or looking to refine your technique. Enjoy a creative atmosphere, experiment with vibrant colors, and connect with fellow artists. Bring your supplies and let your imagination flow!
Como Observatory Gardens
1225 Estabrook Drive St. Paul, MN 55103
Mixed Media Summer Lakeside Sailboat Rendering
Saturday 16 August
Lake Bde Mde Ska - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
We will be combining painting, drawing and press and release applique painting techniques to capture the sail boat fun on Lake Mde Bde Ska in Uptown.Just off of Lagoon we will meet at the snack bar seating area of Lake Bde Mde Ska in uptown. httpswww.minneapolisparks.orgparks-destinationsparks-lakesbdemakaskaparkJust off of Lagoon we will meet at the snack bar seating area of Lake Bde Mde Ska in uptown. httpswww.minneapolisparks.orgparks-destinationsparks-lakesbdemakaskapark
Just off of Lagoon we will meet at the snack bar seating area of Lake Bde Mde Ska in uptown.
https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/parks-lakes/bde_maka_ska_park/
Fashion Figure Illustration
Saturday 13 September
Southwest Minneapolis - 10am - 2 Hours
Joel Barkley
In this workshop, learn the fundamentals of fashion figure illustration, focusing on various garment styles and designs. Join us at a beautiful outdoor venue to capture inspiration from the fashion of everyday life.
Try your hand at fantasy garment design in this unique illustrative adventure.
