42 Berlin

What happens when we stop trying to make something good? Messy Table is an expressive arts workshop exploring creativity, perfectionism and our relationship with control. Facilitated by the sozo space , the workshop invites us to step away from outcome-driven thinking and pay more attention to the process of making: experimenting, responding intuitively and allowing things to remain unfinished, unexpected or imperfect. We’ll work primarily with clay, using it as a medium for exploration. No experience or artistic skills are needed.    What do we mean by expressive arts? Expressive arts is a process-led approach to creativity in which artistic materials can be used to explore ideas, emotions and experiences. Rather than focusing on technical skill or producing a polished final object, the emphasis is on making and experimenting. For Messy Table, that means using clay and guided creative exercises to explore questions around creativity, perfectionism and control and seeing what happens when the outcome becomes a little less important.   What to expect The evening will begin with a short introduction and guest perspective on creativity, perfectionism and control, followed by a guided hands-on session facilitated by the sozo spac e. Through a series of exercises, we’ll experiment with clay, form and process, before coming back together for a short reflection and sharing. We’ll finish the evening with an open space for drinks, conversations and meeting each other.   No previous art experience is required.   Schedule 18:45 Doors open & check-in 19:00 Welcome & introduction 19:10 Guest Talk by Albi Atelier 19:30 Transition into the workshop 19:40 Guided Expressive Arts workshop with the sozo space 20:40 Sharing & reflection 21:00–21:30 Drinks, conversation & open space   Free to attend · Registration required · Limited spots   In collaboration with 42 Berlin   **Please arrive on time. The talk begins at 19:00    About FRANK BERLIN FRANK BERLIN is a nonprofit cultural platform exploring mental health through art, culture and community. Through workshops, conversations, editorial formats and collaborations, FRANK creates accessible spaces for exchange, experimentation and connection, bringing creative and psychological perspectives into dialogue. Instagram: @frankberlincom Website: frankberlin.com   About the sozo space Zoé Coetzee is an expressive arts facilitator and founder of the sozo space, a Berlin-based practice offering creative experiences for individuals and teams, from one-to-one sessions to group workshops. Rooted in expressive arts, her approach brings together different forms of expression, such as drawing, writing and movement, to create space for reflection and discovery. Instagram: @the_sozo_space Website: thesozospace.com   About Albi Atelier Alba Rebollo Trigueros is a Berlin-based artist, designer, and expressive arts coach with an interdisciplinary background spanning visual design, participatory urban art, and creative facilitation. Rooted in the Bauhaus philosophy, psychogeography, and expressive arts therapy, her work bridges artistic practice and personal growth.  Instagram: @albi_atelier Website: albiatelier.com