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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.
Hike and Reflect
Sat, Oct 31, 9:00 AMHi everyone 👋🥾 Our first Hike & Reflect is happening on 31 October 2026! Annabell and I are really looking forward to spending the day hiking, reflecting and connecting with you. 🌿 What is Hike & Reflect? This is not just a nature walk. Annabell and I are both certified systemic coaches, and throughout the hike we’ll bring in reflection questions, conversation prompts and a few simple exercises. The idea is to create space to learn more about yourself, hear different perspectives and connect with other people on a deeper level. We’ll explore topics through conversations in pairs or small groups, practise listening to each other and also have moments of quiet walking and simply enjoying nature. Nothing is mandatory. Everything we offer is an invitation. But the experience works best if you come with some openness, curiosity and willingness to engage. 💬 Come curious You’ll be talking to people you may never have met before, and some conversations may go a little deeper than the usual small talk. Some exercises might feel slightly unusual at first, and that’s completely fine. If you enjoy meeting new people, meaningful conversations, reflection, new perspectives and being outdoors, you’ll probably feel very much at home here. 🤝 💶 Contribution We ask for a small and voluntarily €2 donation per participant to help cover the Meetup costs for running the group and hosting our events. 🚆 Getting there We plan to take the RE3 from Berlin Gesundbrunnen at 10:32, arriving at Chorin station at 11:12. You’re welcome to take the same train, travel independently or come by car. If you’re travelling by train, please make sure your ticket is valid for the full journey to Chorin. 📍 Meeting point We’ll meet at Chorin station after the train arrives. We’ll start with a short check-in and introduction before setting off together. 🥾 The hike We’ll do a circular hike of approximately 16 km, starting and ending at Chorin station. The pace will be relaxed, but you should be comfortable walking for several hours. Along the way, we’ll mix hiking with conversations, reflection exercises and some quieter sections. 🥪 Break We’ll take a break of around 45 minutes at the Ökodorf Brodowin Hofladen, where you can buy something to eat or drink and use the restroom. 🎒 What to bring Please bring enough water, some food, comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for the weather. Please assess your own fitness level and take care of yourself on the trail. Everyone participates at their own risk. 🏁 Finish We’re aiming to be back at Chorin station at around 16:15, where we’ll finish with a short check-out together. Afterwards, you can head back to Berlin or stay a little longer if you like. 📸 We’ll always ask before taking or sharing identifiable photos. Please don’t bring additional guests who aren’t registered for the event. If you have any questions beforehand, or can’t find us on the day, just send me a direct message on Meetup. We’re really looking forward to our first Hike & Reflect and to seeing what comes out of the day. 🌲💬✨ See you soon! Charly & Annabell
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