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Photography Meet Up & Open House @ Chimera Studios

Aug 6
Wed 6:30 PM
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Who attended?
Estimated attendance:  46  people attended.
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On August 6, 2008, Chimera Studios in downtown San Diego will be having a private open house just for Meet Up Group members. This will be a great opportunity to visit a working professional studio and mingle with pro FX, makeup artists and models.

This event will run from 6:30 till approximately 9:30. Carpooling is advised due to limited parking at the location and only 50 people can attend (this is a combined event from both photography groups so room is set aside for 50 in all).

NOTE: Only those who have rsvp'd will be able to attend.

The studio offers a wide range of unusual sets and costumes as well as state of the art gear, all at our disposal.

If you have ever wanted to step outside the "norm" and into the unusual, this is the place for you. Meet Up group members are encouraged to bring cameras and take full advantage of the props, costumes and models that will be available. All skill levels are welcome!

For one night only, the studio services will be -free- (we strongly encourage tips for the hardworking talent and crew.)
There will special offers, exclusive for Meet Up members, on future promotions.
Please visit the website to check out what you have in store for you: http://www.quixana.co...
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NOTE: Please RSVP asap as space is very limited.
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The studio is located downtown on 17th St near Market.
Here are maps and directions from all areas. http://www.quixana.co...
There is secured parking inside the black iron fence. Spaces are limited, so please CARPOOL if possible.

Talk about this Meetup

  • Jaime
    Posted Aug 10, 2008 12:06 AM
    Great fun! thanks Dan! I enjoyed meeting some new people too!
  • Posted Aug 7, 2008 12:43 AM
    This is Victor Ciccarelli, I was your host tonight and I am the owner of Quixana/PhotoChimera Studios. The models, staff, MUA?s and I would like to thank you all for coming. You were all a pleasure to have in our studio. Our thanks to your host Dan Chusid for arranging coordinating it all. If you would like to contact any of tonight?s staff or models you may do so through me at Victor@PhotoChimera.com or on the site at www.Quixana.com Victor Ciccarelli, and the Crew of Quixana Studios.
  • Dan Chusid
    Posted Aug 6, 2008 11:36 PM
    Organizer
    This turned out to be a very special event. A big thank you to our hosts, the models and all the staffers and makeup artists who made this a terrific experience for the group.
  • Pre-Meetup comments below
  • Dan Chusid
    Posted Aug 4, 2008 3:42 PM
    Organizer
    As Clay has mentioned below, the models and other staffers will be basically be working for free so any tips you can spare would be greatly appreciated by them.
  • Clay
    Posted Jul 27, 2008 9:01 PM
    This is going to be AWESOME folks, as one of your hosts for this event I want to tell you how excited I am about having you all over for a visit. As Dan noted, please, if all possible, bring a small tip for the folks working that night. Thanks again and see you there!! Clay
  • Tiffany K.
    Posted Jul 22, 2008 8:05 PM
    I will be coming from Oceanside going south down the 5 ... I already have 1 person carpooling from North County ... If anyone else lives/works right off the 5 I have room for at least 1-2 more! I could always pick you up from The park & ride at La Costa Ave in Encinitas as well! It would be nice to share the cost of the drive, saving gas, & limiting cars!
  • Dan Chusid
    Posted Jul 22, 2008 12:53 PM
    Organizer
    I now have 3 passengers (Joanie, Amanda & Shirley). Have room for one more.
  • Corinne
    Posted Jul 22, 2008 10:42 AM
    Put me on the waiting list please :-)
  • nastia
    Posted Jul 22, 2008 10:07 AM
    Sounds great! Put me on the waiting list!
  • Dan Chusid
    Posted Jul 21, 2008 7:42 PM
    Organizer
    All "No's" will automatically be selected for any spots that open up in the order that they rsvp'd - --> Please do not change your reply or it will knock you to the bottom of the list!
  • Cory Pfahler
    Posted Jul 21, 2008 7:39 PM
    I would looooovvveee to go if a spot opens up.
  • Dan Chusid
    Posted Jul 21, 2008 6:37 PM
    Organizer
    I can take 3-4 passengers with me (ok Joanie, you're in). Park and Ride on Mira Mesa Blvd by Best Buy works fine. [3 spots left as on right now]. Contact me to arrange a ride there. I will post another message when all spots (seats) are filled. Your driver (me) appreciates tips! : )
  • Joanie
    Posted Jul 21, 2008 10:33 AM
    I'm in Poway and would like to carpool. Dan, I could meet you at the park and ride on Mira Mesa Blvd, if you're willing to give me a ride.
  • Shirley
    Posted Jul 21, 2008 9:45 AM
    I am living in Carmel valley area. Anyone want to car pool with me?

Who attended?

    •  This was such a fun and unique opportunity. I had a blast taking pictures! Thanks Dan for arranging this outing and Victor for giving us the time and use of the models and studios. 
    •  This was a great meetup! very interesting place. The models a very nice and more than happy to help. This is the first time I've fill my 8GB card up and shot 3 rolls of film. 
    •  This turned out to be a very special event. A big thank you to our hosts, the models and all the staffers and makeup artists who made this a terrific experience for the group. I hope many more members get a chance to check out the wonderful facilities in the near future. 
    •  this was that rare interactive experience that our organizer pulls out of his hat. Bravo Dan Mark 
    •  Great meetup. Lots of fun. Models were lots of fun and the sets, costumes, and makeup were great! 
    •  Wonderful evening. Everyone at the studio was friendly and helpful. The models were great. A fun atmosphere and learning experience. I would like to go back in the near future with or without the group. 
    •  Excellent time. Great people both with the studios and the people from the groups. 
    •  A lot of fun. Very nice people 
    •  Really a Grand experience! 
    •  As was my experience at previous meetings, members were all very friendly and open to discuss their various experiences in photography. 
    •  Fantastic setting, great people, and lots of fun photos. 
    •  This was a blast. Thank you for organizing this and thanks to Victor for having an open house of sorts for his fun and unique studio! Everyone was friendly and it was great having all the models, makeup artists, and scenes to shoot. 

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