Hiya!
I am a 25 year old musician from Holland. I used to envy a friend of mine who always seemed to know which girl to pick and how to take them home. Obviously, I asked him about it and he gave me some useful hints.
I myself am know to be an easy talker and funny guy and I found out I could use as an instrument to get in touch with girls.
I am glad to say I have had several girlfriends and one night stands, so although I am a rookie, I don't feel like I have to start from ground zero.
Only last week, my brother (with whom I often go to clubs and work together to impress girls) showed me Neil Strauss' novel 'The Game'. I find it very hard to stop reading and I love the info in it!
This book was what made me surf the Internet in search of more info
The method I like to use: I am working on that
I taught myself to just step up to girls. Next, I use a witty opener or a simple 'hi'. I make sure to let the girls tell a little about themselves so I know what info I can react to. I also tell what makes me 'special' (this involves touring with my band, handwriting analyses and jokes and funny facts). I'm used to complimenting the cute girls but I will try the 'neg' strategy soon. I seriously want to learn the art of picking up girls. It amazes me and obviously, it can work in my advantage 
My hobbies and passions are: music (especially writing it), movies, funny facts and psychology.
My goal is to better myself in the art of picking up girls. I do not necessarily want to sleep with 'any' girl. I certainly would not mind, but my main goal is to get more confident and better.
Regards,
Arn