Want to inspire yourself to write even more? Want to work past writing blocks? Want to get outside your writing comfort zone? When asked how an artist may best connect with her muse, Alice Walker said: “Earth was meant for Joy. As an artist, connect with that Joy and you will forever be fed by it.” ~Alice Walker, Q&A/ ‘Beauty In Truth’ world premier at ‘Women Of the World’ Festival 2013, http://youtu.be/UadveROnHHk The Natural Muse Meetup is an opportunity for writers to connect with Earth's Jo …

We are a collective of artists of all sorts -- writers, musicians, comics, painters, dancers, filmmakers, and general artists of existence -- who are out to set the world on fire and shake people out of the YouTube universe.

This is a networking group for artists in Los Angeles. We have an artsy space in Hollywood (on Melrose), the Neon Venus Art Theatre, and we feature exhibitions from LA artists. http://www.neonvenusgallery.com ; We also want to work with teachers and develop courses for children and adults on painting, photography and mixed media. However, the main goal for this group is for artists to talk about galleries in Los Angeles, exhibits, history of art and to keep each other updated with what i …

The Art/Sci Los Angeles Meetup is an informal group for artists, scientists, writers, and curators interested in exploring ideas and collaborations between the disciplines of art and science: Bioart, nanotech, fractals, quantum sculptures, physics and dance, nebulas and music, STEAM, and more. Join our Art/Sci LA Meetup group to receive event invites, network, and explore the art in science!

FOR PERFORMING BANDS, MUSICIANS, COMPOSERS & SINGERS.... This is a group where bands/performers & musicians can share their music with colleagues and peers via upcoming LIVE performances! We all know the INDUSTRY had moved into a "PAY TO PLAY" mentality, so the mission statement for BSB is: "when NOT performing, recording your own music, come out and support your peers during their live performances and vice-versa." That's it... a simple creed, a simple commitment to helping and supporting each …

Welcome artists and Interior Designers! Special open studio/new gallery receptions will be given for interior designers who are staging a client’s home or office. Interior designers may also make an appointment for private showings and commissioned work. Interior Designer Series Clara Berta, mixed media abstract artist launches her new 2010 Mixed Media Interior Designer series incorporating rich textures, layers of torn posters, writings and reclaimed exotic materials into her work. Using luxuri …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The AWARD-WINNING Hollywood Networking Breakfast was founded on the Paramount Studios Lot by Sandra Lord in 1993 as a means to providing networking, employment and opportunities of access for industry professionals and aspirants. We serve a diverse, multicultural constituency. Voted the "Best Networking Event in L.A." by Backstage in its "Best of L.A." issue, the breakfast has pr …

If you're looking to mix and mingle with other people in the voice over biz, actors, singers, dancers, and artists, look no further!

What is "The Art of Active Networking" and why do we do it? There was a recent article suggesting this staggering statistic: “Given the opportunity, over 70 percent of ALL people are not happy with their job, career or with what they are doing…and given the opportunity would change it!” Seems like a whole lot of people who do not love what they do when they wake up in the morning. With so many people unhappy, searching for jobs, shifting jobs, building their business, practice or consultancy a …

LA's Finest people and LA's Finest venues!! Socialize, mingle and have fun with music and entertainment industry professionals. We specialize in brining people together for an evening of music, fun and enjoyment. This group is for young "spirited" people that enjoy life and want to live everyday to the fullest. Entertainment professionals(FASHION, MUSIC & FILM),sports industry,comedians, artist and entrepreneurs are part who this group caters to. Come join the fun and be exposed to another side …

Digital Music LA is the premiere networking event for music professionals in LA. Our events bring together the complete ecosystem - managers, producers, marketers, artists and more- to explore new technologies, products and revenue models that are creating new business opportunities for the music industry. Explore digital and interactive music technologies, business models, devices and creative approaches. We cover everything needed to know to create, market, engage fans and monetize music in …

Fashion, Art, Music, Entertainment & Design. Are you looking for a unique unconventional hot venue? Get into the hottest scene in the city. Indulge in a fun experience and an artful visual scene and meet exciting creative and beautiful people. Listen to the best music and live entertainment. Innovative social events and activities. Be part of an exclusive elite social scene. Events produced has a unique theme, complete with stunning visuals and projection screens, and entertainment rangin …

Hi, Sadly so much of the genius and intellect in our society is wasted creating new, useless or even destructive needs in people in order to get them to part with their hard-earned money. Artists from all the humanities have been complicit in creating this dysfunctional society we live in. We all need to make a living, mouths to feed, etc., so I am not blaming the creatives in our society. But, I believe those with artistic talent or philosophical wisdom need to come together to help improve our …

Do you like live Rock and Roll? Would you like discounts and even back stage passes to the best Rock shows in and around Los Angeles? Meet other local fans of Rock music for concerts and live music events. See your favorite bands up-close. Genre is 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s. Includes discounts to Rock, Pop, Grunge, or Metal shows with independent and major artists. Come out and cut loose with us! P.S. If you know of an event you'd like to bring the Group to, consider being our "Host" for the nigh …

Readings, Musical Performances, and Discussion. Where the line between audience and performer blurs in a perfect storm of shared human experience.

Infused Saturdays Poetry /Open Mic Young Adult Mixer is a place where creativity flows as ideas and respect bring a community together. The Human element Infused with Art exposes the heart through a diverse variety of performances. This group is for anyone interested in poetry, spoken word, comedy, skits, singing, and performing new material. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group because I wanted to create a organic environment in the community where folks have an outlet to display …

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This Meetup is for anyone who wants to learn and share about making music. Musicmakers are diverse in their musical backgrounds and interests. Producers, DJs, engineers, singers, songwriters, and instrumentalists are all welcome--beginners and pros alike. The idea is simple: get better at making music. We do this through tutorials such as creating beats from scratch using computer software, building a home studio, and advanced recording and mixing techniques; group discussions about music busine …

The Doo Wop Hall of Fame is an organization comprised of Doo Wop lovers, famous Doo Wop singers, professional folks who love to sing, and people from many walks of life who want to promote, develop, and preserve the music we all love.

Lovers of theater (some say theatre ,) musicals, concerts, movies, and all cultural events. We also socialize over a great meal to talk about the shows and get to know each other. All fun loving people, please join us! We cover all the counties in Southern California so please feel free to join and suggest events. You must be 21 years old or older to be a member of this group or participate in any of our activities unless your parent or legal guardian is present. Let's have fun!

This is a support group to assist returning Burners and Newbies into GOING to this year's Burning Man. Also, We will be building several large scale sculptures to be displayed at the burn. Camping, Getting your Art to the burn, What to do & see, surviving the week, meeting up folks to help you get there and enjoy being there.

Hey everyone, This group will be devoted to finding great comedy events (mostly live shows, but also films or discussion-type events) around Los Angeles. Few things are more fun than a night of great comedy and some post-show drinks. Hope to meet you there, thanks!

Come meet other entertainment and hip professionals.

Join Sharon Fitzgerald MA, art history professor, for monthly art museum meetups in the Los Angeles area.  These meetups are free and open to the public for adults.  They start out with a 30 minute lecture, a museum visit with drinks to follow.  Great way to get out and see cool stuff and meet interesting people! For more details on lectures, please visit: Email: SharonFitzgerald@yahoo.com Twitter:  @arthistchannel Facebook:  www.facebook.com/thearthistorypage

This is a monthly poetry OPEN MIC event hosted by Alex M. Frankel. There are two or three featured poets in addition to the open mic participants. We are located at the historic Valentina Oumansky Dramatic Dance Foundation, 3433 Cahuenga Blvd West in Los Angeles, near Universal Studios. After the reading poets sign copies of their books. This event is a must for anyone in the San Gabriel Valley (or beyond) interested in listening to poetry and sharing their work! We are there every second Sunday …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The Women in Entertainment ™MeetUpis an extension of ourorganization, Women Helping Women™in Entertainment Network (WHW) (http://WHWNETWORK.com), which provides unparalleled opportunities for women (and progressive, like-minded men) in the entertainment industry. WHW exists for the purposeof supporting, assisting, and empowering women in entertainment, and for the mutual benefit, …

THIS MEETUP IS CLOSED. WE HAVE MERGED WITH THE LA FILM & TV MEETUP AT www.meetup.com/indiefilm-169/. PLEASE JOIN US! The Women Helping Women in Entertainment ™MeetUpis an extension of ourorganization, Women Helping Women™in Entertainment Network (WHW) (http://WHWNETWORK.com), which provides unparalleled opportunities for women (and progressive, like-minded men) in the entertainment industry. WHW exists for the purposeof supporting, assisting, and empowering women in entertainment, and for the m …