NEW! We now have a Facebook page 10% arty walking group - the best 'no pressure' way to meet new people, keep fit and explore countryside plus culture. Watch video (and submit video?) http://www.facebook.com/pages/London-Escapes/130889470300154 Hot news and tips http://twitter.com/LondonEscapes Last updated February 2010London Escapes is a walking and hiking group with a creative edge. Past and futureThe group was created in May 2009 by Frankie who was inspired by a beautiful walk to Bodiam …

We’re a creative bunch, passionate about photography, art, food, wine, ideas and authentic travel experiences. For the past five years we’ve been shaping our photography holidays and courses with one goal in mind: to offer you fun, sociable and inspiring creative experiences that give you the motivation to get out there and give it a go! As well as being informative and inspiring, our courses are fun, social occasions! Each course is designed to give you all the creative and technical know-how y …

Do you have a passion for photography but not sure how to take it to the next level? Are you a serious amateur and wonder how you would approach a commission in a professional way? Do you want the experience of working to a specific brief that simulates real-life freelance assignments? Do you want direct, honest and constructive criticism about the images you are producing? Are you new to photography and you simply want a fun new way of approaching your hobby and learning about your camera? …

A SMUG is a place where you can learn, teach and meet up with other photographers who share your passion. It's also how we can tell you what's happening in our world and discover what's happening in yours. SMUGs are a great way to connect with other photographers and add a few weapons to your creative arsenal. To learn more about SMUGs visit http://www.smugmug.com/smugs. 

Anyone interest in taking part in (free & paid) photography training in London is welcome to join our group This is a group to promote digital photography workshops and walks run by Embrace Social Enterprises Ltd in London. All profits of our workshops go towards developing and running Embrace Cooperation Ltd charitable projects. Learn digital photography and help charitable projects at the same time in South London. Learn digital photography from our experienced and friendly expert tutors in …

London Explorers is a social and event group, aiming to do a wide range of social activities mainly walks but also museums, pubs and various events. We are enthusiastic about photography and are always taking photographs and if you join us on one of our walks, you will definitely be encouraged to do the same! All our walks are researched and pre-walked before an event, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the lovely scenery or urban views in the company of other like minded individuals and of cou …

Welcome! We are a group of friendly and fun loving photography enthusiasts who want to get out and about and walk with their cameras. We attend wide variety of urban and rural walks, hikes and photography events. We explore various trails, festivals, receptions and photography exhibits around London and bring our cameras and camera knowledge with us. The walks are centered around photography locations, so if you just love to take pictures, , you will have a great time! Nature, Landscape, Citysc …

Our fun, practical workshops will help you get to know your digital camera, so you can stop worrying about the settings and start being creative. Everyone’s welcome, whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time, or you’ve been taking photos for years and would like a few new ideas. Award winning photographer Alice Myers will take you through the basics and give you some pointers to help you transform your shots. Each session will combine instruction and discussion with time to experimen …

I started this group up since I'm a photography enthusiast and wanted to promote photography and photographers. I've been taking shots for over 25 years now. This group is for those people who do not necessarily want to spend huge amounts of cash on going onto photography courses learning about photography but are keen to develop their passion on photography in a creative and fun way whilst being in a group. Also hoping that you'll make new friends along the way whom also enjoy photography and …

Part of the 'In with the Old' community of makers and artists on Amwell Street, Islington - this group gets all of its members involved in all sorts of fun and social photography themed events. These events include: - Photography themed trips around the city lead by our resident photographer - Photography themed workshops covering both theory and practical elements - Photography courses - current course on offer is a beginners digital photography course there is something for everyone - all you …

Many of us have started owning those fancy new cameras these days but haven't been able to go beyond the auto mode. This is a group for beginner photographers to learn the art of taking pictures while exploring the best places in London. The idea is to combine photography with a walk or as they say "Photo Walks". I will figure out the places for walks, members just need to be there with their cameras. The walks will also include photo guidance and feedback on pictures at every point in order to …

Elexu, the new social networking site with a mission to empower and promote their users, provides a stage four times a year to give creative people interested in music, photography, fashion, film a chance to show off their talent at our live events.

This is a group for those who enjoy travelling and have a passion for photography. We want to suggest places where you would enjoy landscape photography and enjoy the company of like-minded travel photographers.

We are a women-only group who want to explore London (and surrounding) and take photos. There will be regular meet-ups but you do NOT need any specialist equipment, unlike many other groups, nor do you need any specialist knowledge, just an eye for a good snap and the desire to explore (comfy shoes required). So iPhones and amateurs welcome!  It's just a fun, social way to practice and get yourself to the next level, whatever that means to you.

This is a group for any one who would like to find out about London and the rest of UK by travelling to the important parts of it. We Londoners are lazy because people from around the world come to see, what we do not value. We will take pictures of important places and make a video documentary in which every one will participate, so that people who was not able to attend will be able to see what they have missed and the rest of the world could see too. We will post the video on you tube. If the …

TAKE BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS & SEE NEW PLACES Learn how to improve your photography by getting to understand the technical side and functions on your camera in combination with practical photographic projects which take place on location. This is a group for anyone interested in improving their photography. All skills levels are welcome. For any beginners and those with basic knowledge there will be constructive projects set and run by an experienced photography tutor to help you extend your photogra …