Photography

**Flutter Berlin Meetup — we're back! 🎉** We're back with a new meetup, and this time **Here Technologies** is hosting us — huge thanks for the venue! Two talks on the lineup, covering two very different but equally hot corners of Flutter: automotive navigation and on-device AI. 🕕 **Starts at 6:00 PM** 📍 **Here Technologies office, Berlin** *** **🚗 Talk 1 — Itai Shalom** *Lead Software Engineer @ Here Technologies* **Building a Navigation App in Flutter: Map Rendering on Android & Android Auto** How do you build a full navigation app in Flutter — with the map rendered on Android and running on Android Auto? Itai dives into how the Here team leverages Flutter for this and what makes their app unique. *** **🤖 Talk 2 — Ioannis Gerardis** *Software Engineer · Flutter Dev · AI Dev* **A Flutter App Powered by Local AI: From Synthetic Data (n8n) to Apple Silicon Fine-Tuning (MLX, Gemma)** On-device AI for emergencies. The full journey — from generating synthetic data with n8n to LoRA fine-tuning on Apple Silicon. Stack: **Gemma 4 E2B · MLX · n8n Synthetic Data · LoRA Adapters**. If you're curious about running and fine-tuning models right on the device, this one's for you. *** Expect plenty of technical depth, good conversation, and of course some networking. Come hang out! 🍕 See you there, *Flutter Berlin Community*

This event will feature a recap of the [GrafanaCON](https://grafana.com/events/grafanacon/) keynote, combined with fresh voices from your own community. Grafana team members walk through Grafana 13 and the most impactful improvements across the platform. Learn about how Grafana is becoming easier and safer to operate as production infrastructure, with updates that improve configuration management, recovery, and long-term maintainability. The session showcases significant advances in core user workflows, including more flexible and powerful dashboards, with improved performance. Whether you’re building dashboards, scaling Kubernetes, contributing to open source, or just getting started - this meetup is for you! **🎟 Free to attend** 🍕 Pizza + soft drinks provided 🤝 Built for connection 💡 Real talks from real practitioners **6:30 - 7:00:** Arrivals and pizza 🍕 **7:00 - 7:45:** GrafanaCON recap presentation – David Kaltschmidt **7:45 - 8:00:** Q & A **8:00 - 8:10:** Break ☕ **8:00 - 8:30:** **Understanding the Grafana Eco-System and Community Contributions** Usman will talk about the Grafana ecosystem, covering the LGTM stack, other tooling, and the plugin catalog, and shine light on the various ways the community can get involved, whether that's through code contributions, improving documentation, or reporting bugs. **8:30-8:40: SumUp** Note that by registering for this event you consent to related event & product communications from Grafana Labs and agree to our [code of conduct](https://grafana.com/events/events-code-of-conduct/).

**Join us for our next Machine Learning in Healthcare meetup in Berlin — proudly sponsored by the QUEST Centre!** Pizza is still back! We are very happy to announce our speaker **Frank te Nijenhuis**, who is a PhD candidate at the ICAI Stroke Lab at Erasmus MC in Rotterdam. With a background in medicine and computer science, he develops deep‑learning models to support real‑time clinical decision-making during stroke treatment. **His talk´s title is:** **Bridging the Implementation Gap in AI for Stroke Interventions: Challenges and Opportunities** **Abstract:** In recent years, rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have led to a proliferation of AI models in medical imaging. However, despite promising performance in research settings, many of these models have yet to translate into meaningful clinical impact. In this talk, Frank will highlight several AI models developed for stroke imaging and examine the barriers that hinder their implementation in clinical practice. He will explore potential pathways to overcome these challenges and conclude with an interactive discussion on co-creation as a strategy to bridge the gap between innovation and real-world adoption. *** 📍 **Location:** “Atrium” conference room, 5th floor, Spreepalais, Anna-Louisa-Karsch-Straße 2, 10178 Berlin 🕕 **Doors open at 6:00 pm** — Talks start **at 7:00 pm!** * 6:00–7:00 pm — Arrival, food, and networking * 7:00 pm — Welcome by the hosts, followed by the talk + Q&A * 8:00 pm — More networking (and possibly more pizza) ⚠️ *Pro tip:* Sometimes only one of the four elevators is working! 📢 **IMPORTANT:** If you RSVP but later realize you can’t make it, *please release your spot* so others can join. *** This meetup is made possible with the kind support of the **QUEST Centre for Responsible Research at BIH**, who are providing both the venue and the delicious refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!x

Summer is here and so are we with our summer edition of Colour Cocktails: Acrylic Pouring! Let your creativity flow and experience a unique evening with drinks, a vibrant flow of colour, and step-by-step guidance to the technique of acrylic pouring. What's included? 🎨 All materials 🖼️ Your own canvas 🍹 Drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) 🤗 A gentle introduction to acrylic pouring 🎶 A creative and flowy atmosphere with background music! No prior experience needed. Looking forward to seeing you there ☺️ **[Tickets here via Rausgegangen Berlin.](https://rausgegangen.de/events/paint-drink-acrylic-pouring-4/)**

**Demo Drop** 🔊 UNFINISHED **@ Bohnengold** **Share an *unfinished* track with our community** Do you have a new track that you're working on? Perhaps just an idea, or something that’s been sitting around unfinished for ages? Get feedback on your music while you can still incorporate it into the final version. Or perhaps find a collaborator to help you finish the song? We grow as artists when we're willing to be vulnerable, set aside our ego and perfectionism, and learn from one another. Bring *only* demos, sketches, loops, rough arrangements, works in progress, or nearly-finished tracks — all genres and experience levels welcome. You can register to share some music here: https://forms.gle/xaF7sPBNpjAVPeY98 Note: * IF YOU'RE SHARING MUSIC, YOU MUST CHECK IN WITH THE HOSTS WHEN YOU ARRIVE TO CONFIRM YOUR SIGN UP! * Due to time limitations, we might not be able to play all tracks. * Long tracks will be faded out at 5 minutes **Agenda:** 7pm - Arrive, socialise and network 7:30 - Begin the Demo Drop sharing session 10/11pm - Bohnengold DJs to follow We’re very excited to host another event at **Bohnengold**. They have an amazing club space with a fantastic sound system. We will be running a longer event this week until Bohnengold DJs come on at 11pm. Note: Bohnen Gold will be opening an hour early for our event so any drinks purchased will help cover the extra staffing costs for the venue. This is a free event for our community. It is open to producers of all genres, skill levels, and backgrounds. Whether you’re an experienced producer or just starting out, it’s a welcoming space to connect with others, exchange ideas, and find inspiration. All genders, ages, genres, and DAWs are welcome. Invite friends or collaborators if you like, and help us continue building Berlin’s vibrant community of music producers. We look forward to seeing you there. Stay connected: Telegram group: [https://t.me/musicproducersberlin](https://t.me/musicproducersberlin) Instagram: [@musicproducersberlin](https://www.instagram.com/musicproducersberlin/)

Looking for a relaxed way to play table tennis after work? Then feel free to join us! We meet every Thursday from around 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (18:30 - 20:30) at the table tennis tables at Lietzensee. Everyone is welcome – whether you are a beginner, casual player, or experienced. You are also welcome to bring friends along. The focus is on having fun, getting some movement outdoors, and meeting new people. Just show up and join in! ## How we play Usually, we have at least two tables available, as long as they are not already taken. Depending on the number of people and the mood, we either play casual matches, 1-on-1 games across two tables, or small friendly tournaments. This way, there is usually something for everyone. ## Good to know * Everyone is welcome. * Friends and acquaintances are welcome to join. * Please bring your own paddle if possible. * If you don’t have one, no problem – I will bring a few extra paddles that can be borrowed. * The group is loosely organized – feel free to just show up and play. * As we play outdoors, we are dependent on the weather. In case of heavy rain or other unsuitable weather conditions, the event may have to be cancelled. Any updates will be shared via Meetup and the WhatsApp group * To make communication easier, there is a WhatsApp group. It is recommended to join if you plan to attend more regularly. This way we can easily share updates, changes, or spontaneous information. If you no longer want to participate, you can leave the group at any time. If you signed up but cannot make it, please let us know briefly so we can plan accordingly.

**Online-Nähabend auf Discord – gemeinsam nähen, austauschen und helfen** Hast du Lust auf einen entspannten Online-Nähabend – ganz ohne Kursdruck? Wir treffen uns auf Discord, um gemeinsam zu nähen, zu plaudern und uns gegenseitig zu helfen. Egal ob Anfängerin, Anfänger oder schon fortgeschritten: Alle sind willkommen. Bring einfach dein aktuelles Projekt mit, stelle Fragen oder teile deine Tipps mit der Runde. **Deinen Arbeitsplatz zeigen – optional** Wenn du möchtest, kannst du deinen Arbeitsplatz live zeigen, zum Beispiel über: * Kamera auf Discord (Webcam oder Handy) * Bildschirmfreigabe für Schnittmuster oder Anleitungen am PC * Handy als Kamera von oben auf deinen Tisch **Ablauf des Abends** Ganz locker und ohne festes Ende: * **20:00 Uhr** – Ankommen und kurzer Technik-Check (Ton, Bild, Bildschirmfreigabe) * Kurze Vorstellungsrunde: Woran arbeitest du gerade? Wo brauchst du vielleicht Hilfe? * Danach freies Nähen, Austausch und Fragen zwischendurch * Offenes Ende – wenn du müde wirst, kannst du einfach gehen **Wichtig** Wir starten pünktlich um **20:00 Uhr**. Wer später dazukommt, ist natürlich trotzdem willkommen. Nach dem Start läuft der Abend aber eher frei, deshalb können wir Spätankommende nicht mehr so gut in einen festen Ablauf einbinden. **Technik-Hinweise** * Wir treffen uns in einem Discord-Sprachkanal, auf Wunsch auch mit Video * Wenn du deinen Arbeitsplatz zeigen möchtest, funktioniert die Kombination aus Handy und Laptop meist am besten * Bitte schalte eines der Mikrofone stumm, damit es kein Echo gibt * Kopfhörer sind empfehlenswert * Bildschirmfreigabe klappt meistens am besten in der Discord-Desktop-App, im Browser kann es Einschränkungen geben. **Zeit** **Donnerstag, 20:00 Uhr** **Discord-Zugang** Den Discord-Link bzw. die Kanalinfos poste ich kurz vor Beginn direkt im Event. Er ist für angemeldete Teilnehmende sichtbar.

Hello challengers, For those who missed last month’s incredibly popular Trend Color Hunt Challenge, I’ll be hosting the workshop again due to high demand. In this workshop, we’ll go beyond simply taking photos, we’ll train your eye to see color with intention and use it as a powerful storytelling tool. Instead of focusing on subjects alone, this challenge invites you to explore Berlin through a single lens: **color**. You’ll be split into small groups and assigned a specific color. Your mission is to hunt for it, frame it, and bring it to life through a series of images. By the end, each group will become the storyteller of their color across the city. Along the way, you’ll learn how to use color not just as an aesthetic, but as a way to guide attention, create emotion, and build stronger compositions. Learn to see, compose, and tell stories through color using contrast, simplicity, and creative interpretation. 🧠 **How the Challenge Works** * You’ll be split into groups of **2–3 people** * Each group is assigned **one color** * You’ll have **\~60 minutes** to explore and shoot * Your goal: capture a small series of images that represent your color in Berlin **A Social Experience** As much as this is a photography group, it’s about connection and community. Within your group, you’ll collaborate, explore, and share perspectives. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, this is a space to meet creatives that can learn from each other. 🎒 **What to Bring** • Your Camera – DSLR, mirrorless, or smartphones are allowed • Comfortable Clothing – We’ll be walking and exploring • Curiosity and open mindedness – Be ready to observe differently and go out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself! I’ll also compile the results into curated series like: **“Berlin in Red” \| “Berlin in Green” \| “Berlin in Blue”** Selected photos will be featured on our Instagram community. 💸 **Cost** **€10** – collected after the session or pre-pay via PayPal to secure your spot. Maximum limit of 55 participants. 🌱 **Why Join?** ✅ Experience Berlin in a completely new way ✅ Learn how to use color as a storytelling tool ✅ Build confidence shooting in real environments ✅ Meet and connect with creatives in Berlin ✅ Get featured in our growing photography community 🎁 **Exclusive Benefits for Donors** • Private WhatsApp Group Access • Instagram Features • Personalized Feedback • Bonus Meetups • Resource Library (tips, recaps, guides) 📷 WhatsApp Group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LxEb41NmxyK4oRJeM9o2KW](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LxEb41NmxyK4oRJeM9o2KW) 💸 Donate: [https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W77YS88G5W8ZL](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W77YS88G5W8ZL) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/berlinphotochallenge](https://www.instagram.com/berlinphotochallenge)

Do you love portrait photography? Need fresh portraits for dating apps, your business profile, or personal projects? If yes, join our new event format: **"Portray and Be Portrayed!"** **Event formula:** During this event, you'll experience both sides of the lens: **photographer and model**. ➔ Please only join if you're comfortable being photographed by other participants! * We will rotate roles so there is **only one active model** at a time. * You'll work in small groups of 3–5 people, each guided by an experienced portrait photographer from **The ISO Club**. * This format is inspired by our successful TFP (Time for Print) sessions. **Check out the reel from our first "Portray and Be Portrayed" event:** 🔗 [View Reel](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEXHaLhKFXc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link) **Recommended process:** We recommend that you use [https://picflow.com/](https://picflow.com/) to cherry-pick photos between models and photographers. **Event location:** **Teufelsberg**, the iconic Cold War-era abandoned surveillance station in Grunewald, Berlin: 📍 [Google Maps Location](https://maps.app.goo.gl/mAeDKAaDwxN2rSwd7) 🌐 [Teufelsberg Website](https://www.teufelsberg-berlin.de/) **Entry fee:** 🎟️ **Entry to Teufelsberg costs €12**. You can purchase your ticket online or at the entrance on the day of the event. ## **New to this event:** There is a high chance that we will also invite TFP models to this event! So this event could become P&BP + Group TFP or even pure group TFP if we will invite enough models - I will keep you updated. ## **Itinerary:** * **Meeting Point:** 13:00 at the western entrance of **S-Bahn Grunewald** station 📍 [Meeting Location](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Vdn5zzY5Qydg9tYXA) * **Hike:** A scenic 35-minute walk to Teufelsberg * **Photography Session:** Capture and be captured! * **Dinner (Optional):** After the session (\~16:30), we'll head to **Restaurant Scheune** nearby for a casual dinner. 📍 [Dinner Location](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2evdWi867JABbH858) **Important notes:** * **Dress for the photos you want!** Since you'll be modeling too, choose outfits that reflect the style and mood you’d like to capture. * **Sharing Photos:** After the event, please share your shots in our **#portrait-photography** channel on our Discord. We recommend using [Picflow](https://picflow.com/) to streamline the photo selection and approval process. **This event will cost 5 EUR; you will find the necessary payment details on our Discord.** 🔗 [Join Our Discord](https://discord.gg/RAteAwHmMa) **Our Instagrams** [https://www.instagram.com/the_isoclub](https://www.instagram.com/the_isoclub) [https://www.instagram.com/_portraitscenter](https://www.instagram.com/_portraitscenter)

**If the event is fully booked, feel free to join us at the meeting point.** A participatory urban walk exploring memory, monuments, architecture, and hidden narratives in public space through observation, storytelling, and photography. We will move slowly along Karl-Marx-Allee, treating the city as a layered archive of perception. Through guided observation exercises and short reflective prompts, participants are invited to explore how urban space is read through personal experience, collective memory, and everyday traces. This is not a tour, but a collective reading of the city. No prior experience required. **Materials:** smartphone, paper, pen, optional audio recording **Participation:** Participation by voluntary contribution (5–15 € suggested) **Meeting point:** Karl-Marx-Büste (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strausberger_Platz#Karl-Marx-B%C3%BCste), Berlin ([Strausberger Pl. 12, 10243 Berlin](https://maps.google.com/maps?vet=10CAAQoqAOahcKEwi4l8-__c-UAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQJg..i&sca_esv=080e5c4976d32afe&pvq=OhUweDA6MHgzOWMxOWFkN2Y5ZDg2ZTY&fvr=1&cs=0&um=1&ie=UTF-8&fb=1&gl=de&sa=X&ftid=0x47a84e3e065a95dd:0x39c19ad7f9d86e6)) **Collective Archive (optional contribution):** Participants are invited to contribute to a shared archive of the walk: Upload here: https://padlet.com/denkmallab/Building_Stories_Memory_Walk_Contributions Contributions are voluntary and may include photos, notes, or audio fragments from the walk and are part of a collective open research experiment

📍 **Location:** BRLO Brwhouse, [Schöneberger Str. 16, 10963 Berlin](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47a850337b895a53:0xdeb4db7d40bea40b?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&ictx=111) 📅 **Date & Time:** 12\.06\.2065 \| **18:00+** Let's put our cameras aside and let's just get to know each other while discussing photography, life, and more in BRLO Brwhouse - a fantastic beer garden in Schöneberg. **Join this event if:** * recently joined one of our events and want to reconnect with our community members, or you just want to make new friends **Don't join this event if:** You cannot stop taking photos :) It is not one of those days; this evening will be spent sipping a good drink and discussing various topics. If successful, we will organize ISO hangouts more often.

***Discover the birthplace of modern design, enjoy a relaxing nature walk, and join open conversations about art, culture and life.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS EVENT?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/bauhaus-dessau-roslau](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/bauhaus-dessau-roslau) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Looking for a thoughtful and relaxing Sunday escape from Berlin? Join us on a unique cultural day trip to Dessau-Roßlau, home of the world-famous Bauhaus movement and one of Germany's most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This experience combines fascinating architecture, design history, gentle nature walking, meaningful conversations, and a welcoming international community. Whether you are passionate about art and architecture or simply looking for a relaxing day outdoors with interesting people, this trip offers the perfect balance of culture, nature and connection. Families, children and solo travelers are all warmly welcome. **WHAT ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS?** **🏛️ Bauhaus Building Dessau (UNESCO World Heritage Site)** Visit the legendary Bauhaus Building where Walter Gropius and other pioneering designers revolutionized architecture, design and modern living. **🎨 Bauhaus Museum Dessau** Discover original objects, furniture, design concepts and exhibitions that tell the story of one of the most influential design movements in history. **🌍 UNESCO World Heritage Site** Explore one of Germany's most significant cultural landmarks and learn how Bauhaus ideas continue to shape our everyday lives. **🚶 Gentle Nature Walk** Enjoy a relaxing walk through the green surroundings of Dessau and the nearby parklands. **💬 Open Discussions on Art & Life** Participate in casual conversations about creativity, architecture, culture, design, cities and daily life. **📸 Photography Opportunities** Capture iconic Bauhaus architecture, modernist design details and beautiful natural landscapes. **👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly Experience** Suitable for children, families, solo travelers and anyone looking for a relaxed and welcoming day out. **TRIP DETAILS** **Start and End Date:** Sunday, 14 June 2026. **Meeting Location and Time:** * Option A: Meet inside Berlin Charlottenburg Train Station at **9:00 AM**. * Option B: Meet outside Dessau Hbf at **10:50 AM.** **Note:** Exact platform location in Berlin Charlottenburg Train Station will be advised in the WhatsApp group for confirmed participants the day before the trip. **Finishing Location and Time:** * Option A: Berlin Charlottenburg Train Station at approximately **4:45 PM.** * Option B: Dessau Hbf at approximately **3:00 PM.** **Walking Distance:** Approximately 6–8 km throughout the day. **Walking Difficulty:** Easy - Gentle walking on paved paths, urban areas and park trails. **Kid Friendly:** Yes and anyone between 6 - 14 years old will be considered a child and above 14 as an adult. Anyone below 6 years old is considered an infant with Free entry. Note: Parents have to get train tickets for their child (6 - 14 years old). **Suitable for:** ✔ Beginners ✔ Families with Children ✔ Solo Travelers ✔ Culture & Architecture Enthusiasts ✔ Photography Lovers **What to Bring?** ✔ Comfortable walking shoes ✔ Water bottle ✔ Packed lunch, snacks or light picnic ✔ Deutschland ticket or train ticket ✔ Cash/Card for museum entrance ✔ Camera or smartphone ✔ Curiosity and an open mind **Museum Entry Costs:** Museum tickets are purchased individually by participants. Please bring cash or a payment card. We recommend carrying cash for museum entry. **Bauhaus Building Ticket** €14 Adult €8 Reduced (Students & Concessions) **Bauhaus Museum Ticket** €10 Adult €6 Reduced (Students & Concessions) **Children Under 18** FREE Entry for the attractions above Depending on group preference and availability, we may visit either the Bauhaus Building or the Bauhaus Museum. **What is included?** * Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration of the trip. * Guided exploration of Dessau-Roßlau. * Open cultural discussions hosted by Dr. Fede. * Group coordination throughout the trip. * Nature walk around Dessau. * Small friendly group atmosphere. * Access to a WhatsApp group and Google photos album dedicated for this trip. **Note:** Please contact us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp & we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication. **What is not included?** * Train Tickets. * Food & Drinks. * Museum Entry Tickets. **How to get to Dessau?** * Regular regional train services operate between Berlin and Dessau-Roßlau. * Travel time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. * Participants can travel together from Berlin Charlottenburg Train station. **Need Assistance:** For travel planning help or future multi-day trips, reach out directly: 📲 WhatsApp / SMS +49 152 2150 6123 +49 151 2486 7229 **WHAT IS THE PLAN?** **9:00 AM** Meet at Berlin Charlottenburg Train Station. **9:15 AM** Introduction to the group and departure by regional train. **10:50 AM** Arrival in Dessau-Roßlau. **11:00 AM – 12:00 PM** Explore the iconic Bauhaus Building and learn about the movement that transformed modern architecture and design. **12:00 PM – 12:45 PM** Visit the Bauhaus Museum (or alternative Bauhaus site depending on group preference and opening schedules). **12:45 PM – 1:15 PM** Lunch break and free time. **1:15 PM – 2:15 PM** Gentle nature walk through the surrounding green spaces and parklands. **2:15 PM – 3:00 PM** Open discussions on art, architecture, design, culture and everyday life hosted by Dr. Fede. **3:00 PM** Begin return journey to Berlin. **Approximately 4:45 PM** Arrival at Berlin Charlottenburg Train Station and official end of the trip. **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

Curious what we do? Check our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/filmmakersandmovienerds/) ♥️ Would you like to meet some like-minded filmmakers? Start a project? Or do you need help with a movie you are currently working on? Are you new in the city and you'd like to meet people tinkering with movies? **Then you should join us!** We meet every Sunday. It’s important to us that we get to know each other in person. To create a community of connected people, work, learn and grow together. For film making you need a crew of reliable people with a positive can-do-attitude. This is the place to find them. Together, we will talk about these topics: * What you are currently working on * What you need help with * What would you like to help with * What you you would like to learn This is event is great for: * filmmakers * movie nerds * writers * camera operators * editors * actors * sound recorders * composers * gaffers * producers We are limiting the amount of people, so we can have a structured introduction and discussion. After that we get together loosely with some drinks and chats. And then we mostly go for dinner with a couple of us. **Important information**: *To sustain and grow this amazing community, we started a member contribution that is due every month. The money we collect is used solely for the purpose of the community. Of course you can come once or twice without contributing to check us out!*

Nature Journaling is designed to teach you how to turn your field observations into confident drawings. The course leads you from basics of gesture drawing that allows you to express bird movement, through proportions to layout and composition, providing you with everything you need to keep a personal birdwatching journal – instead of just filling up pre-printed pages. *Curious?* Have a look here: [maxmartiskova.com/sketching-for-birdwatchers](http://maxmartiskova.com/sketching-for-birdwatchers) **What will we focus on?** 06.06. Observation Skillset 13.06. Gesture Drawing & Geometry 20.06. Light and Shadow in Observation 27.06. Colour Use & Field Techniques 04.07. Layout & Composition for Storytelling 11.07. Visual Coding 18.07. Lettering & Writing (Extra): Field Session – this is a voluntary and free field trip, organised based on participants’ availability and interest Everyone is welcome to join the field session, regardless of how many workshop classes they attended. The aim is simply to come together, share knowledge, and practice the skills developed throughout the workshop. **Material:** * All drawing material is provided. * Sketchbooks should be purchased before the course by the participants! Please bring a minimum A5 landscape/portrait sketchbook with hard-cover binding. **Booking: [Please book here directly with Maximiliána Martišková.](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/maxmartiskova/2150834)** * Loyalty discount: While each session has to be booked individually, those who choose to attend regularly receive loyalty pricing as a thank-you for the last couple of classes in the workshop series. * The sessions take place indoors in the studio of Kunstraum Heartspace. * You can join single sessions, or all together.

These meetings will be a building block approach to learning photographic mastery over three disciplines: Mechanical Mastery (MM) - 13 weeks of the series Exposure Mastery (EM) - 26 weeks of the series Composition Mastery (CM) - A 52 week series All three series will run concurrently and will dovetail as follows: Q3/26 - MM (Iter 1), EM (Iter 1, Pt 1), CM (Iter 1, Pt1) Q4/26 - MM (Iter 2), EM (Iter 1, Pt 2), CM (Iter 1, Pt2) Q1/27 - MM (Iter 3), EM (Iter 2, Pt 1), CM (Iter 1, Pt3) Q2/27 - MM (Iter 4), EM (Iter 2, Pt 2), CM (Iter 1, Pt4) That's likely confusing, but essentially, MM offered 4 times in that period, EM offered 2 times, and CM offered 1 time. **TO BE CLEAR - THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THESE CLASSES.** This is an aggressive series, with presentations, homework, group shoots to be added in, likely at LEAST twice a month, image critiques, and an expectation that you are willing to put in the work to elevate your photography significantly. Open to all levels and all equipment levels. Don't let hesitation about your skillset and/or gear keep you from a one-time opportunity. The group will meet every Monday, with periodic exceptions, and we will try to keep as close as possible to the original plan. Obviously, more data to come, and will be published as this is further developed, but now is the time to decide if you want to be a part of this.

**The event has been canceled.** *Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.* Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them. Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

We will have coffee and treats (optional) at Jacquemin Farms Bakery. Shoot some farm Market shots, then cross the street to shoot some water lily and landscape photos. Then those who want can continue to Riviera Park where we can get very close to water lilies. Here is a link to maps and pics from a previous shoot https://www.meetup.com/soft-lite-studio/photos/32441527/

Let's stroll the artists' booths and enjoy some of the festival's opening day! The Columbus Art Festival features a wide and vibrant range of visual art from local and national exhibitors, plus, live music, and all kinds of food and refreshments, along the waterfront downtown. (The featured painting is by Columbus Art Festival exhibitor, Joe Engel - joe-engelart.com)

Join the weight loss in Columbus group at the Scioto Audubon Park for an in person meeting. We'll meet to chat casually, talk about goals and enjoy one of Columbus's wonderful parks. We'll meet at one of the outdoor shelters, which is covered in case of rain, is close to some walking trails, and there's also a climbing gym that people can try out (my favorite past time) if people are interested. Let's meet and see where we can take things!

Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!