“ hi, I was just looking for an artistic outlet and a way to get out and meet people in Portland. ”

“ I own a multidisciplinary design co. specializing in new & remodeled home designs, cabinetry, product selection & decorating. I work to create designs that are friendly to the environment & provide economic benefits & encourage social responsibility. ”

“ I work in Psychiatry. I live on Mt. Hood, and own/run a 16 bed lodge there. I practice applying the Law of Attraction. Have traveled extensively. ”

“ I just a crafty gal, looking to network with others about local shows in the area, perhaps get together for craft nights, or do some crafty shopping... get inspired and make new friends. ”

“ Hello all! I'm interested to meet other local writers and hear what anyone has to say about the process. I'm excited to know when you write, what you write, how you warm up and anything else related to putting the words on the page. ”

“ I'm a composer/songwriter francophile living in Portland, Oregon. So Songwriter meetups and French meetups and both fall under the heading, "My Cup Of Tea." ”

“ Hi , I am Marianne, I am a self employed artist and therapist. I look forward to meeting you and making new friends. ”

“ Hello, I live with brother in Hagerstown, MD. We don't know very many people and would like to make friends. I would like meetup groups so I can meet new people and maybe hang out with some outside of the groups. ”

“ My drawing skills are always decaying and so I would be delighted if there were a group of artists meeting with a model, especially in the Vancouver area. My primary medium is paint but the drawing makes the painting. ”

“ I love to create and share techniques using stamps. I do both cards and scrapbook pages. I love to learn from others and also love informal get togethers with other papercrafters. I am also a Close to My Heart Consultant. ”

“ I'm interested in Meetups on the Westside or NW that are easy for a bus rider to get to. ”

“ To find a space that isn't built on pretentious motives, rather a thought provoking place for creative people to share. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking for inspirational people and ideas. ”

“ Hola q'tal? I am a Latina professional living in Portland and travel to and from Los Angeles frequently. I am interested in hearing about others promoting the development of careers for minority groups here in Oregon. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to join an artist way meet up to develop as an artist. ”

“ I am a grad student working on her masters thesis ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to discuss and explore spiritual topics with like-minded people. ”

“ Nothing better than enjoying a nice conversation over a pot of fragrant tea. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to get some feedback and love to give feedback too. ”

“ I want these meetings because I need more honest opinions about what I have been writing. ”

“ I want local Ceramic Arts Meetups because I love making art and meeting people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because IT KEEPS ME SANE.......... ”

“ I love to travel and don't get enough opporunities. Hoping to meet people who not only want to travel to faraway places but also weekend trips in our wonderful Oregon and SW Washington. My passion is to explore from a sea kayak when I travel. ”