SmugMug LA - Group Shoot

SmugMug LA User Group - had a great group shoot last nigh at the Beverly Garland Holiday Inn. The Theme was 50's style pinup. It was a great turnout, I believe there were around 50 Photographers. Only 3 models which looked like a challenge but after all everyone was very civilized and people had the chance to take their turn. The whole event was going on for about 3 hours, there were 3 different lighting setups, people pitched in with food and snacks, the models brought a few outfits and were extremely patient with everyone, so you could not ask for more. The Photographers were from all levels of Photography and a lot of them brought interesting new gadgets, so the room was quite busy and full of interaction. I have seen people showing equipment, skills and techniques to others that just turned the whole atmosphere into a warm welcoming environment.

The SmugMug La User Group host monthly events ( more about it at : - meetup.com/LASmugMug or on facebook - http://www.facebook.com/group_104717833249). The group is leader is Chris Schmitt ( and Tom Galassi as Assistant Organizer )who just recently took over this group and really shook things up in a good way. He brought a whole new level of interaction and learning experiences to the group - so if you live in LA and you are a Photographer, specially if you use SmugMug this is the right place to start socializing and learning. Below you will find some of the shots I have grabbed at the event. A faithful and regular sponsor of these events is the Photo Learning Center - who also provided I believe all the equipment to the Pinup shoot mentioned above. Which means hands on training for new photographers and given the fact that its a free group to join this is just an amazing value for the beginners. So go check out SmugMug:)

and here is a timelapse of the event - enjoy!