In Sir Ken Robinson’s TED Talk “How Schools Kill Creativity,” he eviscerates the current state of education. He also points out that learning institutions are not adequately preparing students for failure, which is highly correlated with creativity and risk-taking. “If you’re not prepared to be wrong,” he says, “you’ll never come up with anything original.”

“Failing Big” workshop.

Failing big is essential for creative breakthroughs because it means that the artist took a big risk. Without risk, there’s little chance for transformational change. Enter FieldWork Miami’s “Failing Big” workshop—a four-week workshop for artists to share creative works in development and exchange feedback with peers. Facilitated by Octavio Campos, the “Failing Big” workshop encourages artists to step outside of their safe zone.

Through this process, artists gain insight into their work, develop their own critical thinking skills, learn to communicate clearly and effectively about peer work and promotes self-motivation. There are currently three spaces left for local artists who would like to develop their craft through FieldWork, which culminates in an informal public showing of works in progress.

The cost of the “Failing Big” workshop is $150. It is scheduled to take place on September 15, 22, 29 and October 6 (all Sundays) from 2-5 p.m. The tech date is October 11 and the FieldDay and informal showcase is scheduled for October 12. To register, email Octavio Campos at [email protected]. Spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.