“ Hi my name is Maggie. I love art and want to make it my life's work. ”

“ Hi! My name is Elizabeth. I'm in my early 40's with a kindergardener. Married. Would like to focus on art, but I have many interests. I'd like to do art projects and discuss art to motivate me to do more on my own. I love to go to movies, but often ”

“ I have been many things in my life: scientist, journalist, writer, computer geek, artist, and wannabe inventor. Currently I have tracked my way back to the crossroads of them all, and some of my old hats look like they need some dusting. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have lived in Madison for over a year now and I haven't found anyone who likes to art the way I do. Anything with mixed media, paper, ephemera.You name it, I love do it especially if I can use glue and scissors. ”

“ Hi! I'm a writer, and multi-genre artist. I'm starting a new Artist's Way group for anyone who missed getting in this one. 12 Sunday nights at Mimosa on Gilman & State Sts, 6-8 pm. Call 256-5432 for more info. Runs 4/22 (1st mtng)-7/8... ”

“ Hi! I've been writing on and off for 20 some years and I've just lost the drive over the last year and would LOVE to rekindle my creative side. I've already worked halfway through the Artist's Way work/book! Looking forward to the support! ”

“ I'm operate a home-based accounting/consulting business, mother of three (ages 7, 12, and 20), and happily married! I find the most difficult part of this life is finding that all important time for myself! I'm hoping to find it here! ”

“ it'd be great to participate in a local art show! ”

“ Hi! I'm Richard R. I am struggling to write a book. I want to help each other with creative writing. My phone number: 608-257-8869 ”

“ I am a local madison, wisconsin artist and I need exposure. Please view www.artbymarilyn.etsy.com ”

“ I teach art to Middle School students, as well as do my own art. I am trying to meet other artists in the Madison area, so as to share work, stories, ideas, etc. ”

“ I've been drawing and painting for most of my 56 years and hope to keep doing it for as long as I'm here. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I received a nice camera and made a goal to take one picture every day. It has been a gift, a hassle, and a great inspiration! I post my pictures on my photoblog, and would like to meet more photographers like me. ”

“ Hello. I am a writer and artist living in Mineral Point. I work part-time in Middleton. Maybe I will be able to stop by your meeting tomorrow evening. ”

“ Always interested in a good discussion -thanks, Reggie ”

“ I am a professional artist who would like to meet other kinds of artists in the madison area. Its important to expand your knowledge through new friends and influences. ”

“ I'm an artist seeking other locals to hang with, work with, and swap ideas. ”

“ I am looking for a supportive community to help keep me focused on my creative writing. I'd eventually want a peer review process but would also like to just start writing/journaling with others in a non-judgmental, accepting atmosphere. ”

“ I need to meet with other folks interested in providing what Cameron calls "a positive mirror". Interested in accountability, others who understand the Artist's Way philosophy and helping each other succeed. I'll coordinate - email me to start ”

“ To share ideas and work on projects together and put together a local art show. ”