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See & Discuss #01: Cattelan - Neue Nationalgalerie
Sun, Nov 1, 5:00 PMFor our first meetup, we’re diving into the world of Maurizio Cattelan at Berlin’s Neue Nationalgalerie. Known for his provocative, often ironic works, Cattelan has a way of making us laugh, feel uncomfortable, question what we’re seeing — and sometimes wonder whether it’s art at all. Have you visited the exhibition? Let’s get together to share our impressions, exchange perspectives, and discuss what we think lies behind the work. We’ll kick things off with a few conversation prompts before settling into a relaxed, open discussion. Afterwards, we’ll continue over drinks and get to know each other. No art expertise required, no right or wrong answers — just curiosity, an open mind, and a willingness to share your thoughts. **Important**: Please visit the exhibition independently before the meetup. You don’t need to prepare anything — just come with your impressions! https://www.smb.museum/en/exhibitions/detail/maurizio-cattelan-night/ Let’s see what happens when we look at the same art through different eyes. ✨

Fermenta Collective: kombucha in the jar
Thu, Oct 29, 5:00 PMOur workshops are immersive, hands-on and a little bit artsy. We don’t just explain fermentation, we explore it through taste, smell, texture, macro photography and close observation. We share what we’ve learned from our own batches, give practical advice, and encourage you to trust your senses and experiment. And of course, you can’t go home empty-handed: you’ll leave with your own 4L jar of kombucha to ferment at home. The SCOBY, starter liquid, and practical tips for keeping it happy are included. As well as vegan snacks and kombucha to drink, of course! You don’t need to bring any equipment, just a roomy bag or backpack for your big jar. Come thirsty for knowledge and ready to ferment!

Art Career Workshop: Open Calls & Other Artist Opportunities
Sun, Nov 1, 3:00 PM**Please note:** To participate, you need to have an active CUSTODIA membership. **[You can learn more about the CUSTODIA membership and the workshops here!](https://www.kunstraum-heartspace.de/kurse-workshops/kunst-karriere-support-art-career-support) The fee for *both workshops* including more resources on CUSTODIA is $59.** Find relevant programmes, avoid expensive mistakes and decide which opportunities are worth pursuing. * Discovery: Where can I find opportunities relevant to my work? * Evaluation: Which programmes are credible, and how do I recognise scams and vanity galleries? * Professional Return: What could I actually gain in recognition, relationships, artistic development or income? We’ll examine exhibitions, residencies, grants and commissions, including eligibility, fees, hidden costs, contracts and organisers’ track records. Using the Six Capitals of an Artistic Career, you’ll learn to assess the professional value of different opportunities and distinguish those worth pursuing now from longer-term possibilities. Vanity Galleries, Scams & Artist Safety * Are all paid open calls vanity projects? * How can you distinguish legitimate participation fees from exploitative offers? We’ll investigate vanity galleries, questionable residencies, misleading awards, hidden expenses and suspicious invitations. You’ll receive an Artist Safety Checklist to help you verify organisers, assess costs, contracts, insurance and image rights, and recognise warning signs before committing your money or artwork. Your AI Art Opportunities Manager You’ll build your own personalised AI Art Opportunities Manager using ChatGPT and my curator-developed research method. It begins with an adaptive interview about your artworks, professional experience, ambitions and practical circumstances, creating a Personal Opportunity Profile for your searches. Your manager will help you: * Find relevant opportunities across exhibitions, residencies, grants, commissions and other programmes. * Check eligibility, deadlines, fees and organisers against current official sources. * Evaluate opportunities according to your artistic goals, available resources, costs and potential professional return. * Identify what to pursue now, what to prepare for next and what deserves further investigation. * Keep searching over time, with updated research on demand and recurring checks where your ChatGPT account supports them. You’ll also learn to use it to investigate individual open calls and recognise information that needs further verification. You’ll take away: Your Personal Opportunity Strategy, Opportunity Decision Sheet, Artist Safety Checklist and reusable AI Art Opportunities Manager.

2v2 Intermediate+ Beach Volley 💪
Sun, Nov 1, 3:00 PMJoin us for intermediate and advanced **indoor** 2v2 beach volleyball. We play in domes heated to at least 15C. If you are not yet at the intermediate level ([F1+](https://www.esv-muenchen-volleyball.de/niveaueinstufung)) or want to play 3v3/4v4, sign up via [the simultaneous event](https://www.meetup.com/berlin-volley/events/) instead. We play with beach rules: no open hands for the first or last touch, no touching the net, etc. We overbook slightly to ensure we have enough players and to let people take breaks. After playing, you can join us for socials with drinks and snacks at the bar area. 🍻 🍕 We often play a social deduction game, which you're also welcome to join. 🕵️ We recommend arriving 10 minutes early so you have time to change and find the fields. If it is your first time, 15 minutes might be even better. You can join whatever court you like and move between courts during the event. We self-organize, so after a game, you can start a rematch, switch courts, or take a break as you see fit. Upon arrival, join the warm-up happening on one of the courts. Join our WhatsApp community by asking J for an invite after the event. Follow us on Insta at [https://www.instagram.com/berlinvolleyball](https://www.instagram.com/berlinvolleyball) **Rules**: Do not join if you have an infectious disease. **Venue**: We play at BeachMitte. The venue has changing rooms, toilets, a bar selling drinks and food, and hot-water showers for 1 EUR. There are no lockers. **Payment**: You pay in advance via Meetup. Payment via PayPal or Urban Sports Club is not possible. **Refunds**: The venue does not provide refunds. As a result, we cannot refund you, even if the event is canceled due to bad weather. If you know in advance you can't make it, you can try selling your spot to someone else via WhatsApp or the comment section. You get a full refund if the event gets canceled due to poor attendance. Pictures might be taken and shared publicly, such as on Meetup or Instagram. You can opt out by letting the organizer know you don't want to be photographed. By RSVP'ing to this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following: Participation in this volleyball event is at your own risk. The organizer is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage sustained during the event, whether caused by negligence or otherwise. You understand the inherent risks of park volleyball and voluntarily assume them. You agree to hold the organizer harmless from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your participation, including any medical costs. Share anonymous feedback with the organizer via [https://www.admonymous.co/entropy](https://www.admonymous.co/entropy)

Women Artists & Women Winemakers — Art Lecture & Wine Tasting at NOMI
Wed, Oct 28, 6:30 PMShe survived a public trial and torture — then painted women with “presence, flesh, and fury”. She painted abstraction years before Kandinsky — and asked for it to stay hidden until 20 years after her death. Join us for an evening at **NOMI — a Berlin** **wine bar** **dedicated to wines made by women** — to meet the women artists the art world tried to forget: from Artemisia Gentileschi and Hilma af Klint to Frida Kahlo and Yayoi Kusama. And to ask: has it finally caught up with them? 🍷 Alongside the lecture, we’ll taste **four different wines made by women winemakers — one sparkling, one white, one orange, and one red. You’ll try all four**, accompanied by a selection of small bites to share. There will be time to introduce ourselves, ask questions, and exchange impressions throughout. No prior knowledge of art or wine is needed — just curiosity and an appetite for good conversation. 📋 **What’s included** 🎨 Art-history lecture: *Has the Art World Finally Caught Up with Women Artists?* 🍷 Tasting of all four wines: sparkling, white, orange, and red 🍴 A selection of small bites to share 💬 Discussion and time to connect with the group 📅 **Date:** 28.10 🕐 **Time:** 19:30 📍 **Venue:** NOMI Weinbar, Audre-Lorde-Straße 49, Berlin 💶 **Participation fee:** €45 — includes the lecture, tasting of four wines, and small bites. 📌 **RSVP required — limited places** **Event Info & FAQ** 💶 **How do I confirm my place?** Please RSVP on Meetup. I’ll send you the payment details privately. Advance payment confirms your place. 🍷 **Do I need to know about art or wine?** Not at all. The evening is designed to be accessible, with questions and discussion warmly welcomed. 👋 **Can I come alone?** Absolutely — many women do. We’ll start with introductions to help everyone feel part of the group. 🥗 **What if I have dietary requirements?** Please message me before booking so I can check with the venue. ⏰ **Respect & punctuality** Please arrive on time so we can begin together. If your plans change, let me know and update your RSVP. ✨ Curated and hosted by Julia, founder of Berlin Ladies Art & Culture Club — a community of over 2,000 women who share a love of art, culture, and meaningful connection. Her art studies include the École du Louvre and Sotheby’s Institute of Art, and she has organised over 70 cultural gatherings.

Tantric Date Night - Tantra workshop for couples
Fri, Nov 6, 6:00 PMWanting to connect deeper with your partner? Looking for new ways to be intimate? Hoping to foster love, awareness, and communication in your relationship? Take some quality time away from the daily grid and explore Tantra together through embodied practice. The practice is designed to foster deeper intimacy, attunement and harmony between the two of you. Tantra invites you to allow your life force energy to flow without inhibition and to cultivate it for self-realization. Part of the practice is about inviting in more opening. Openness creates union, resistance creates separation. Deep connection, more pleasure and joy are a result of experiencing more openness. Tantra is for everyone! All couples are welcome regardless of sexual orientation and experience level. Not in a romantic relationship? Feel free to bring anyone you'd like to practice Tantra with. **What to expect:** * **Discourse, demo practice and Q&A**: learn about Tantra through discourse, ask your questions * **Tantra meditation practice**: presence, movement, sound and breath * **Sharing before and after practice**: share about your fears and desires & reflect on your experience * **Cozy studio setting**: enjoy a comfortable and intimate environment * **No partner-exchange:** practice only with your partner * **Fully clothed:** you may keep your clothes on during the entire practice **What to bring:** * Wear comfortable clothing * Water bottle to stay hydrated **Tickets:** 55€ per person Please purchase your ticket via [sophieheldens.com](https://www.sophieheldens.com/tickets?utm_source=meetup&utm_campaign=datenight) **Location:** Praxis Köpi Köpenicker Straße 175 10997 Berlin Kreuzberg Walk to the second courtyard and take the stairs to the front door on the left. **Please note:** Praxis Köpi is located on the 5th floor and there is no elevator available. Only book a ticket if you can walk the stairs. The benefit: a beautiful private studio with loads of natural light. **!! Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can start on time !!** Once we start the session, I can’t let you in anymore because it disturbs the class. Please do yourself and the group a favour by coming on time. Thank you! **Workshop facilitator** Hi! My name is Sophie. My passion for Tantra is rooted in a deep spiritual yearning and an inner knowing that Tantra is my path. My desire to teach Tantra has been sparked by having witnessed my own growth and healing as a result of these practices and it is inspired by a vision to create a more beautiful world. I create a space that is loving and nurturing, with a strong emphasis on ensuring that you feel save and supported. My workshops are gentle yet transformative, spiritual yet grounded and always heart-centered. I'm passionate about bridging the wisdom of ancient Tantra with modern-day practices. For more information, feel free to visit my website: [www.sophieheldens.com](https://www.sophieheldens.com?utm_source=meetup&utm_campaign=datenight)
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