How to Choose the Perfect Creative Event for Your Team in Zürich
How to Choose the Perfect Creative Event for Your Team in Zürich
Organising Zürich Team Events can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially with so many choices on the table. You want something meaningful, yet fun - an experience that helps colleagues bond and leaves a lasting impression. Creative workshops may be the answer, offering hands-on activities that encourage communication, problem-solving, and a lot of laughter. At Zurich Art Club, we tailor each session to your team’s specific needs, ensuring everyone walks away inspired and connected. In this post, we’ll explore the benefits of choosing a creative approach to your Teams Event in Zurich, highlight four of our signature workshops, and show you how customisation can make all the difference in strengthening team spirit.
Meet the Founders: Elliot & Helen
From Central Saint Martins to Zurich
Behind every creative event is a story - and ours begins at Central Saint Martins in London, where we (Helen and Elliot) studied Fine Art before relocating to Switzerland. Our mission? Help individuals and companies discover the transformative power of creativity through hands-on, engaging workshops.
Our Personal Journeys
Helen Waldburger: After completing a BA (Hons) in Fine Art in 2018, Helen pursued a multi-media practice, working primarily in ceramics and painting. During the global pandemic, Elliot and herself opened a pop-up gallery in St. Moritz - an ambitious leap that taught us how art can uplift communities even in challenging times. When she’s not leading workshops, she’s reading 1970s sci-fi feminist novels or walking her dog, Roxy.
Elliot Stew: Also a 2018 Fine Arts graduate, I’ve worked between London and Switzerland, splitting my time between teaching courses at Zurich Art Club, maintaining my own physical art practice, and experimenting with Web3 projects. Away from the studio, I love writing music and enjoying a cold beer.
Have a talk with Helen and Elliot about your Zürich Team Event
(Curious about what other teams think? Lea from Grape Insurance wrote: “Lovely atmosphere, Helena & Elliot are incredible hosts, very helpful, friendly & accommodating. 10/10 would do it again!”)
Why Creativity Enhances Team Building Zürich
Science-Backed Benefits
Research conducted by the University of Exeter suggests that teams engaging in creative tasks show a marked improvement in collaborative skills and overall job satisfaction. Another study from Stanford University concluded that group-based creativity exercises can reduce stress levels by as much as 15%, leading to more productive work environments.
Read the research here and here!
Breaking Down Barriers
Art has a unique way of lowering social defences. When colleagues share paintbrushes or a pottery wheel, hierarchy takes a back seat. Everyone’s simply a creative soul exploring new territory together. This fosters trust, communication, and empathy - key attributes for any well-functioning team.
The Perfect Combination of Fun and Focus
Engaging in a creative project demands a certain level of concentration, yet it remains enjoyable and relaxed. The dual effect of fun and focus ensures that participants learn to solve problems collaboratively while also having a laugh - memories that can strengthen workplace relationships long after the event ends.
1. Pottery Painting: Unwind or Achieve a Common Goal
Zürich based Professionals can enjoy Pottery Painting to strengthen bonds and spark innovation!
Two Approaches, One Medium
Pottery Painting is a popular choice for Team Events in Zürich because it offers two distinct styles of participation:
Individual Projects: Everyone decorates their own piece, emphasising relaxation and personal expression. This suits teams needing a gentle wind-down or a break from high-stress projects.
Shared Mission: Collaborate on a ceramic set for the office - think matching mugs, plates, or decorative items. Here, communication, forward planning, and coordinated aesthetics are vital, mirroring real-world team dynamics.
Benefits at a Glance
Reduced Stress: The tactile nature of clay and painting helps quiet the mind.
Enhanced Communication: Working on a single outcome pushes teammates to align goals and discuss creative decisions.
Tangible Result: You’ll have a permanent reminder of your collaborative effort - perfect for the break room or lobby.
(Learn more about our Thursday pottery sessions here: Pottery Painting Zürich. Whether you’re aiming for a relaxed bonding session or a strategic group challenge, pottery painting hits the spot.)
Who It Suits
Teams Seeking Relaxation: Perfect for offices coping with deadlines or stressful projects.
Detail-Oriented Departments: If your team thrives on planning or design, they’ll love mapping out a cohesive look.
Introverts + Extroverts: Pottery painting offers space for quiet reflection and lively group discussions.
Interested in trying a Pottery Painting event with your own Zürich team? Email us to find out how we can tailor a Zurich Team Event just for you.
2. Paint Your Person: Pair Up for a Portrait Experience
Partner up, grab a brush and break that ice with a Paint Your Person team building workshop.
A Fun Take on Icebreaking
If you want to see your colleagues in a whole new light, Paint Your Person does the trick. We pair up participants, hand out canvases, the needed knowledge to take your first steps and encourage everyone to paint each other’s portraits - no advanced skill required as there is always an artist on hand to guide you! There’s nothing quite like looking someone in the eye while trying to capture their essence on canvas; it’s part silly, part revealing, and always 100% memorable. The finished pieces can be gifted to each other or even hung in your office!
Why It Works
Boosts Empathy: Observing a colleague’s facial expressions and nuances helps foster mutual understanding.
Encourages Intimacy: Painting someone’s features, even if just for fun, often leads to deeper personal connections.
Improves Confidence: Stepping outside comfort zones can empower teams to embrace creative risks back in the office.
Who Benefits
New Teams or Departments: Fantastic for breaking the ice where colleagues don’t yet know each other well.
Client-Facing Roles: Sharpen that observational skill and empathy.
Teams Wanting a Laugh: Expect quirky results, comedic moments, and hopefully some hidden artistic talent!
We know every team is different, so we customise the Paint your Person workshop to fit every team so drop us a line to plan your Team Building Event in Zürich and we’d love to plan a personalised art session for your team.
(For more collaborative courses or inspiration, visit our Course Workshop Page and see how else you can get your hands dirty in Zurich!)
3. Clay Workshops: Build Something Amazing Together
Can’t get more hands-on collaboration than in a Ceramic Handbuilding Workshop.
Handbuilding for Team Building Zürich
Beyond painting, there’s also the tactile excitement of handbuilding clay from scratch. In these sessions, your team can create functional or decorative items by shaping, coiling, or sculpting raw clay—no pottery wheel required. Think of it as a mini feat of engineering and artistry wrapped into one.
(We’ve seen teams create whimsical coiled vases that become treasured office centrepieces! If you’re curious about more clay-centric events, have a glance at our Big Coiling Workshop for a quirky twist.)
Benefits & Highlights
Hands-On Focus: Touch and texture help participants stay present, a boon for mindful collaboration.
Shared Creativity: You can opt to produce a communal piece (like a statement sculpture or a set of tiles for the office), requiring input and group consensus at every turn.
Stress Relief: Squeezing, rolling, and moulding clay can be surprisingly calming, making this ideal for employees who rarely escape their desks.
Who It Suits
Teams Needing a Digital Detox: The chance to escape screens and engage physically.
Project Management Roles: Managing resources (clay, tools, time) fosters real-life synergy.
Innovation-Focused Companies: Encourages out-of-the-box thinking through spontaneous design solutions.
Getting your hands dirty and creativity can transform your next meeting. Planning a Team Event In Zurich?Send us an email at to discuss a custom Ceramic Team workshop at our artists studio or your Zürich Office.
4. DIY Watercolour Paint Sets: A Unique Product to Take Away
Brushes prepared for a Team painting session.
The Power of Shared Creation
Making your own watercolour paints might sound niche, but it’s a surefire way to captivate a group and get the chance to dive a little deeper, both into creativity and science’s role in art. This session blends art history - like the intriguing gum arabic trade - with practical know-how, letting everyone grind pigments, mix their own binder and walk away with a personal paint set they’ve mixed themselves.
Why This Session Stands Out
Deep Historical Roots: Tying your workshop to centuries of pigment-making tradition sparks cultural curiosity.
Collective Skill-Building: Everyone can share tips or “trade secrets” for mixing colours, replicating the synergy found in successful workplaces.
Portable Outcome: Each person leaves with a set of handmade paints, a tangible memento of your event.
Who Benefits
R&D or Product Teams: Perfect for those always seeking new solutions or experimental processes.
Art Enthusiasts: Anyone in your group who’s dabbled in painting or design will relish the chance to craft their own supplies.
Teams Wanting a Niche Twist: If you’re tired of tried-and-tested corporate events, this is refreshingly different.
Mixing your own watercolour paints isn’t for every team, we get that! But get in touch if your Team Event Zürich could use a lick of fresh paint, we’ll plan an event based on the needs of your team.
Customising Your Team Events Zurich: Tailor the Perfect Workshop
A busy snapshot of Zurich Art Club’s collage session, where participants cut, arrange, and glue expressive compositions using books, prints, and photos.
Flexible Formats, Real Results
At Zurich Art Club, we understand every company is unique - so we tailor each workshop to reflect your specific aims and culture. Do you want a half-day session that includes a talk on the benefits of creativity in the workplace? Or an evening event with wine and nibbles while painting mugs for the office kitchen? We’ve got you covered.
Factors to Consider
Team Size: Our sessions scale from small, tight-knit groups to large corporate gatherings, our Zurich location can host up to 18 people, but we have the capability to host larger scale team events too.
Duration: Workshops can be as brief as two hours or stretch into a full day for in-depth creation.
Skill Levels: We cater for absolute beginners through to advanced makers - no one gets left behind.
Real Experiences & Testimonials
Just ask Lea from Grape Insurance, who gave us a 5-star review:
“We had a team event there - lovely atmosphere, Helena & Elliot are incredible hosts, very helpful, friendly & accommodating. 10/10 would do it again!”
We also offer membership options if your company fancies ongoing access to our studio, discounted courses, and exclusive networking events. It’s a superb way to keep creativity flourishing throughout the year.
Zurich Art Club aims to host Creative workshops that’ll get your whole team smiling!
Conclusion: Your Go-To for Creative Team Building Zürich
Zurich’s corporate landscape is competitive and fast-paced - why not step away from the routine and let your colleagues bond over pottery painting, portrait sessions, clay sculpting, or even mixing their own watercolours? Each of these activities fosters communication, empathy, and a spirit of collaboration that extends beyond the studio and back into everyday work life.
At Zurich Art Club, we take pride in being the hub for Team Events Zurich that seamlessly blend artistic exploration with concrete team-building benefits. Founded by two Central Saint Martins graduates, our mission is to help people realise the immense value of creativity and community.
Interested in booking a workshop or customising an event for your team?
We’d love to hear from you! Send us an email today, or browse our workshop listings to see what sparks your interest. Together, we can create a memorable experience that enriches your workplace, boosts morale, and leaves everyone feeling more connected than ever.
