welcome to the Composition: Film and Literature Club Sydney The Bookclub: are book-lovers who meet in the Sutherland Shire. We usually meet the Second week of the month, on Wednesday to discuss the month's book. The group jointly selects a book to read month. To keep members costs down, we generally favour books in the public library. The Filmclub: is a terrific group for those who enjoy seeing a wide variety of films including indies, documentaries, blockbusters, and foreign films. This group …

Hi Screenwriters! This group is for those who wish to pursue their ideas and would like an environment to network, gain insight and share thoughts on storytelling. Some of us have attended screenwriting courses, others have a writer's background or interests from other related fields. Whatever your reason, join the group and attend our meetings and you'll sure to discover alot more. And finish that yet to be produced screenplay! The dates are usually set for Saturday meetups, and based in Drum …

Since 2008, SAM (Sydney Actors Meetup) has been connecting artists from around Sydney. In 2012 we are expanding the group's reach to directors, writers, producers and anyone else with a desire to collaborate and network. On the 3rd of September Gabrielle who is the organiser of couple of other meetups found that unless a new organizer steps in The Actors Meetup would disappear from. She became the organiser. _____________________________ Hi everyone, I am on world tour at present and happy that …

Ever felt that smug glow of satisfaction when watching a film adaptation of a novel you've read, basking in the knowledge that you're fully aware of the hero's pet dog's name even though it was never once mentioned in the movie?!? Welcome to the club! This group is a hybrid mix of a book club and a movie fan club. We read a new book every month, whether it be a classic work of fiction or a more contemporary novel, and then we meet up to watch its film adaptation at a cinema in the city. We then …

If you love arthouse and foreign films and would love to join like minded Sydneysiders, then this is the group for you. This is a very active group and I try my best to cater for all tastes. The aim of this group is to attend foreign film festivals, selected arthouse movies and to attend open air film festivals. After the movie we usually go for a drink, lunch/dinner or a coffee. Sometimes we hold 'get together nights' so that film lovers can mingle. This group isn't about getting the largest am …

G'day, and welcome to Sydney's first Transmedia based meetup group. Exciting isn't it? For those of you who don't know what transmedia is, here is the definition as taken from www.henryjenkins.org "Transmedia storytelling represents a process where integral elements of a fiction get dispersed systematically across multiple delivery channels for the purpose of creating a unified and coordinated entertainment experience. Ideally, each medium makes it own unique contribution to the unfolding of t …

The name of this meetup group is called "the Jaunters".  It’s the perfect definition for what we do i.e. excursion, outing, pleasure trip, junket, sashay, expedition. From what I have seen, people are making friendships, trying new things and having fun along the way. Which gives me hope, that this particular meetup group has something special i.e. Potential to have a real sense of ‘Community, Friendship and Reliability’. The Jaunter's were a pretty active group in 2012. The events were genera …

For people who LOVE the movies - Art House, Mainstream and Film Festivals. The vision is to have a shared calendar with lots of different movies, at different times and in different areas, so that we have plenty of options. It would be great, if you are planning to go to a movie, that you add an event and see if anyone wants to join you.  In that way, we'll all get to meet people in our preferred area. By the way, there are a few other Meetup groups that are more specialised that you might want …

Sydney Nightowls is a forum for creative creatures of the night to interact, share ideas, thoughts and hone thier respective plans for universal domination. The aim here is to find a relaxing, secluded venue/bar for weekly meetups featuring free live entertainment. Also allowing more adventurous members a performance space to present thier ideas and creations to an open-minded, receptive audience. This meetup is open to (not to mention admirers of) writers, musicians, actors, comedians, programm …

**NOTE: The Digital Storytellers.us group is on hold until 2013 -- we're currently figuring out our strategy for next year. So please hang tight and we'll be in touch when we get things up and running again. Are you a digital storyteller in Sydney or a social venture that needs a film made on a shoestring? Then we want to hear from you. This group is meant to do two things: Bring aspiring changemaker filmmakers together to collaborate and create inspiring films on a monthly basis To provide a …

If you love film, love anything art-house at either Dendy or Palace cinemas in Sydney + film festivals and would love to see a film every week with other passionate film buffs, then this group is for you. I was thinking Sunday at 5:00pm ish in Winter (maybe 7ish in Summer) - can then head to a bar/grab something to eat post film to chat if anyone is keen.

This is public Sydney Alternative Film Community of Interest. It is aimed to gather people who have common interest around watching alternative films together in Sydney cinemas and after that we're going for drink to get to know each other and share our point of views about the film. What we mean about the Alternative Film and Community of Interest by definition are; ○ Alternative films: A film that provides an alternative to commercial media or to conventional topics and forms, dealing with sub …

Unveiling emergent Sydney filmmakers by showcasing their works of all mediums, styles and subjects to the community and allowing them to get their message across! Have you ever made a short film, documentary, film clip? We believe there is a world of talented filmmakers out there in the community who have never had the opportunity to publicly screen their work. NOISE ON FILM INITIATIVE (NOFI) provides an avenue for all filmmakers of any level from beginner to professional to showcase their fil …

For old school photographers out there, who's number are slowly dwindling, this meetup group is for those of you still shooting on roll or sheet film or perhaps even wet plate. We'll meet at least once a month and share knowledge on shooting with non-digital cameras, developing film and other processes.

For people with an interest in one of the many facets of drama & documentary production. With an aim to expand their skill, knowledge and experience. While enjoying the process. Cause this stuff is fun. If your interested in writing, direction, production, cinematography, acting, sound recording, lighting, general field work, editing and post production sound, along with other film and performance interests then come and play with us.

I wish to start a new movie group for people who live on the Upper or Lower north shore who do not want to travel all the time into the City. I will be scheduling movies at either cinema on a Tuesday or Saturday evening and also Sunday afternoons. We can have coffee or lunch before or afterwards. Just a social friendly group who enjoy movies and wish for a little company

This is a group to watch and discuss documentary films from around the world. What I hope will mark this group out as distinctive, is that the documentaries we screen and discuss will be those that take a different angle on what may be the mainstream views on an issue. Or that they deal with topics that do not get much coverage in the dominant media.  The aim will be that no topic will be off limits. We are also a discussion group, hoping to generate interesting conversation after each screening …

a group for like minded persons to enjoy new friendships through sharing film, food and fascinating discussion.. Aimed at people over 50 but not exclusively...Plan is to choose a film at the Dendy Circular Quay or the Orpheum (matinee or evening) share a meal close to the Cinema and discuss the film or the world events whatever...

Work in the arts and media? Passionate about using your creativity to create meaningful change? This group is for artists, film makers, musicians, dramatists, writers, actors, journalists, media players and anyone in the entertainment industry, or who simply loves the arts, who wants to create or be part of enlightened, transformational, entertainment that ignites positive change. Network for projects, connect with like minded and empower your vision. Meetings in Rozelle each month.

This is an attempt to reach out to interested individuals who seek to try their hand at making short feature films as hobby. The aim is not to be the next Spielberg or Polanski. Using a lean budget and contemporary topics, the aim is to bring out the creative visionary in us. With limited resources, the aim is to present deep and thought provoking stories through short scripts and clever film making presentations. I look forward to meeting some like minded artists and technicians who are looking …

A group for 'guerilla' filmmakers to develop projects , source crew and whinge. Format will depend on what works for participants but likely people will describe progress on projects, tee up pre or production days, get indie industry folks in to offer deals or advice etc. Prefer to avoid discussion about funding, industry trends etc. For people whom want to make short projects with say 16mm or video camera or low/no-budget features and help out on other peoples projects nowish rather than stand …

Let's Create A Movie! It's about making some great movies with a pool of talented and creative people. We are looking for others who would also like share their skills and passion to produce movies. If you are serious about wanting to be part of an exciting team to make a movie from TropFest to a Feature please apply for membership, we'd like to hear from you. Its about pooling our combined talents, equipment, time and creativity to all aspects of movie making. How to apply for membership... Pro …

Welcome to the Sydney Video Makers Club Inc. we are probably one of the largest video club in Australia, with a high reputation for making quality videos. Our members range from raw beginners to those with years of experience. But even though we have a range of experience we are all learning and willing to share our knowledge and help others. What's in it for me, you ask? -you will improve your video skills -you will learn, both on the technical and the creative side, new techniques and skills - …

This is a group for practising screenwriters whom want their works produced. By practising we mean people whom have been part time a few years or something like a dozen or so near or finished (short and long) projects in their bottom drawer. This is what you do (regardless of how you pay the bills). Sorry , not a group for recent enthusiasts or people whom want to learn screenwriting or have just completed a course or whom have a movie idea This is the writing arm of Sydney Community Filmmakers …

The Lomographic Society is a globally-active organization dedicated to experimental and creative snapshot photography. Boasting over a half-million members across the world, the concept of Lomography encompasses an interactive, vivid, blurred and crazy way of life. Through our constantly expanding selection of innovative cameras & photographic accessories, we promote analogue photography as a creative approach to communicate, absorb, and capture the world. Through the efforts and skill of our Lo …

"The length of a film should be directly related to the endurance of the human bladder." - Alfred Hitchcock Movies are way too long nowadays! This is for people who want to catch a movie that is ‘approximately’ two hours only. This group is really about a small group of people who can share a like interest, have a good conversation about movies, and have a laugh. Along with the movie we would usually go for a coffee or a drink. This would be an ideal group if you’re in your twenties or thirties. …

“This is a group for anyone interested in Wet Plate Collodion Photography , Photography Classes,Photography Workshops,PHOTOGRAPHY,Portrait Photography,Fine Art Photography,Analog photography and alternative printing,Alternative Photography,Black and White Photography,Analogue Photography,vintage camera,Film Photography,Large Format Photography,8x10 Large formate,Street Photography.. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group because to meet other enthusiasts. Looking forward to explorin …

Pinhole Photography Workshop - One Day Weekend Workshop The lo-fi approach to photography! Making the camera yourself is an exciting way to make photographs. In this workshop you will develop a basis for making photographs with the simplest forms of photography - without a lens. What we will cover: - the history of the camera obscura - types of pinhole cameras available - make your own simple (or complex) camera - learning and experimenting with pinhole exposure - techniques in composit …