APA SF + Ciel Creative Social Club

APA SF + CIEL Creative Space Presents: Creative Social Club, an in-person happy hour for creatives and professionals to connect beyond business cards — to spark ideas, exchange perspectives, and build relationships that actually last.

Whether you’re looking to hire new crew, find fresh inspiration, or simply meet good humans doing interesting work, this evening is about conversation, community, and creative momentum.

This free event is all about building up your village in a welcoming environment designed to introduce you to new faces or reconnect with familiar ones. Featuring our inaugural "Line of connection": a 15 minute guided speed-networking session to help you grow your village of referrals, potential new clients or creative teams.

When: Friday January 23, 2026 | 4:30 - 7:00pm 
Where: CIEL Creative Space, Berkeley

About CIEL Creative Space:

Ciel Creative Space is a 55,000-square-foot hub designed to inspire and connect creatives across industries. Our space blends studio rentals, coworking, and event production to support visionaries in fashion, art, music, and tech. Whether you're capturing the perfect shot, producing a film, hosting an event, or bringing an idea to life, Ciel provides a dynamic and flexible environment tailored for innovation. With state-of-the-art amenities, beautifully designed workspaces, and a thriving creative community, we’re more than just a space—we’re the SPACE TO BE HUMAN.

About APA San Francisco:
American Photographic Artists is a non-profit organization, activated by membership and dedicated to building resources and opportunities for the visual arts industry, most notably for professional and emerging photographers although in recent years with a broadening support for producers, crews and motion / videography sectors. We known for our creative-family feel, to know and be known, as we support one another in elevating our own careers and the industry at large. We aim for inclusivity, transparency and shared resources!