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Here are my Burning Man 2024 Photos!
There are one nonillion photos on this page. Please be patient while this page loads. You browser might even yell at you because this page eats way too much memory. Sorry not sorry! All of my Burning Man images are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial license. If you share them, please attribute the photographs to me by name and link back here to Duncan.co In other words please do not sell my photographs, make prints of them, or make money from them in any way whatsoever. That includes advertising on a website.

Please Help!
I make plenty of mistakes when posting so many photographs like this. FWIW I post so many because I can never predict how or why an image my be meaningful and we have infinite space here on the internet. But when I post so many images it’s almost impossible to get all the captions correct, so I always appreciate any comments (very bottom of page, waaaaay down below) or direct emails helping me fix my mistakes. You can email me ( DuncanRawlinson@gmail.com ) to tell me how I’m doing it wrong or where the mistakes are. I will update this post to reflect your comment or email. Please include lots of detail and any relevant links. Please copy the link to the photo or email me the photo so I know which photograph it is. My only other request is that you don’t instantly ask more from me right now. When I post these photos every year the community bombards my email with requests for more photographs despite me already posting way too many. Shooting 17408 photos during the burn, driving ~2600 miles both ways then processing all of this and getting it online uses more than all I have in the tank so to speak. Not to mention my other commitments. Point is, I’m running on empty right now. So be patient with me if you reach out!

More Information Nobody Is Going To Read Except You:
The images below are mostly in reverse chronological order. Click on any photo to open it at full resolution in a new tab. This was first published September, 24th 2024 and only exists here. The photos are not on Flickr or anywhere else yet.

Updates:
I’m fixing the formatting of the captions now. Right now the titles and captions are blending together like this: “Title Caption” so please bear with me while I clean that up.

Music To Go With These Images:
Here is my Burning Man 2024 playlist. I made this so you have something to listen to while browsing these images. (open this link in another window or in the Spotify app…) If this music doesn’t suit you, Burning Man legend @muloka has compiled this massive collection of music from Burning Man 2024 here.

Please see my thank you note at the very bottom as well. You have been exercising your scroll finger right? :)

Burning Man 2024 Curiouser and Curiouser

Painting by Dawn C Stevenson (I think, I can’t quite make out the signature)

Temple Burn 2024 I saw this photograph in my mind almost immediately early in the week and luckily the resulting image is exactly what I wanted it to look like! What I didn’t factor in was that crazy dust storm during the temple burn. From this extreme distance with a long lens (between the ashes of man and center camp) I could barely tell they had actually started the burn on time and the dust was already blowing like crazy. I was standing there with all my gear getting absolutely hammered by the wind and people rushing past me. Everyone was in a rush. I had all my lights on facing all directions so people wouldn’t run me over. Burners late to the burn in all forms of vehicles were passing me and going around me. It was pure chaos. I was getting destroyed in the dust and thinking I’m not going to get the shot. Then I could see an opening in the dust that was a different color of orange blowing across. Holy crap there is a gap. It’s happening! Then I had about 4 seconds as a gap in the dust moved across the burn. I banged off as many frames as I could and that was it for my temple burn. I turned around and went back to camp knowing all too well how chaotic it would be out there. I didn’t get to be part of the temple burn experience or really be part of it at all so you (and my friends who built this gorgeous temple) could have this picture. Sometimes I don’t know if it’s worth it to give up my entire burn each year to make photos for you all. But then I remember this is what I can do to contribute, and this community thrives when everyone does what they do best. Which is why I go back every year and will for as long as I’m fortunate enough to do so.

The End of Time by Andrea Greenlees and Andy Tibbetts from London, UK and Reno, NV The End of Time is a dying clock, in fact it is a murdered clock. As a consequence, Time has stopped and now it will forever be Teatime. This artwork illustrates the death of one clock, which results in the death of all clocks and therefore Time itself. It does so in a whimsical manner designed to disturb but entertain at the same time. This 22-foot tall, climbable, surreal, collapsing clock has been pierced by a gigantic sword, its mechanism is broken and exposed, its numerals and hands distorted, and it has a giant Teacup and Saucer perched precariously at the top. The Teacup can accommodate 6 people at a time sitting on a circular bench in a surprisingly intimate setting. A huge, mysterious key hangs inside the clock but what is it for? URL: https://andreagreenlees.com Contact: andrea@hylemo.com

Do What You Love This burner was a having a moment of zen while standing on acupressure boards (nails I think) at the remnants of the Man Base just before the Temple Burn

Naga and The Captainess by Cjay Roughgarden, Stephanie Shipman, and Jackie Scott from Oakland and San Francisco, CA Deep in the Black Rock Ocean, treasure and cargo are streaming out of the broken hull of a ship – the Aldrovanda. The ship belongs to an adventuress, who travels the world in search of knowledge, treasure, and botanical curiosities. She ferries cargo to distant ports to fund her travels. But something has gone wrong! The ship is sinking, and looming above is a giant sea serpent, looking intently for someone or something. His name is Naga, a treasure-protecting serpent, sworn to guard something that was on the ship. Did he sink it? Or is he there to help? What will we learn about the enigmatic captain from her quarters? What stories will be told around the fires? What will we discover in the treasure chests, floating into the waves? URL: https://www.instagram.com/naga_and_the_captainess/ Contact: naga.and.thecaptainess@gmail.com

Sky Gazing by Patrick Shearn, Poetic Kinetics Studio from Colorado Springs, CO Sky Gazing is an aerial canopy of ribbons of colorful fabric moving dramatically with the wind, creating an illusion of a floating, dancing kaleidoscopic cloud hovering magically in the sky. Underneath, the murmuration of vibrant colors is immersive overhead, and breathtaking as it ascends to full height. Unexpectedly, the sound is gentle, like a rushing river. URL: https://www.poetickinetics.com/river-of-light/ Contact: info@poetickinetics.com

Typha by Taylor Dean Harrison from Penngrove, CA Typha is a series, or grove, of sculptures rising from the ground that reflect the environment around them during the day with their mirrored surfaces. At night, they shine light and cast shadows onto the ground, creating an immersive landscape of color mixing and pattern interference.

Hey Man Are You Alive 1/2 I was riding around making photos and stumbled across this guy. I was like holy shit is that guy dead? So I went and checked on him. He was fine, just taking a rest. I asked him if I could make his picture and told him I took a picture of him when I thought he wasn’t alive. He was cool with it. I suggested he get more rest and perhaps consume a pickle.

Hey Man Are You Alive 2/2 I was riding around making photos and stumbled across this guy. I was like holy shit is that guy dead? So I went and checked on him. He was fine, just taking a rest. I asked him if I could make his picture and told him I took a picture of him when I thought he wasn’t alive. He was cool with it. I suggested he get more rest and perhaps consume a pickle.

Description from Duane’s Website: El Pulpo Magnifico stands tall at 28 feet, a colossal octopus wrought from the remnants of discarded metal and aluminum, lovingly repurposed by Duane Flatmo, Jerry Kunkel, Will Startare and his dedicated crew in the bustling heart of Eureka, California. Its gleaming skin, fashioned from the reflections of kitchenware and treasures unearthed from thrift store scores, glimmers like an explosion of diamonds against the dark night sky of the playa. Eight sinuous tentacles undulate in a hypnotic rhythm and eight eyes peer into the very soul of onlookers, El Pulpo Magnifico unleashes its fiery breath, sending flames soaring 30 feet into the heavens above. It’s a spectacle that conjures the imagery of a demented wind-up toy brought to life by a puppeteer with a love for glits and fire. Equipped with a panel of control buttons, El Pulpo dances to the beat of its own fiery heart. Turning each performance into a visual symphony of fire and motion. With 200 gallons of propane coursing through its veins, El Pulpo Magnifico chases away the chill of cold evenings, enveloping all who dare to behold its magnificence in a warm embrace of wonder and awe. https://www.elpulpomecanico.com/about.html

Henry Chang’s Flux Capacitor in the Dust Description from Henry’s website: “Take a look here at Flux Capacitor, an art car that is nothing short of epic. Measuring a staggering 38 feet long, this eight-wheel, out of this world science fiction creation towers over everything and leaves a lasting impression on all who witness its magnificence.” https://www.henrychang.design/flux-capacitor

Zozobot by Walker Babington from New Orleans, LA Zozobot is a representation of the vulnerability of human creation. It is a reminder that what we create is an extension of us and is inherently our ethical responsibility. As creators of modern technology we bear the weight of being its moral compass. We are the subject of its curiosity. Zozo’s motto is “disco a te” – which translates to “I learn from you” Contact: walkerbabington@gmail.com

Prismatic Perspectives by Alyssa Oliveira, Alpine Artists Collective from Alpine Meadows, CA A view of Prismatic Perspectives from the outside will appear to be a little house entirely made of doors and windows…but not just any doors. These doors have stories to tell. Inside, from sunrise to sunset, the installation allows onlookers to experience the magic that always surrounds them. By harnessing the power to create rainbows like never before, a not-so-fleeting rainbow covers anything in its path, creating an unforgettable moment that stays with the person long after they leave the art installation. At night black lights create a captivating kaleidoscope effect through the same prismatic windows. The artist hopes to evoke feelings of child-like curiosity and playfulness to all. URL: https://www.instagram.com/alpine_artists_collective Contact: alyssago0634@gmail.com

Ogoh Ogoh The Karmic Questioner by I Wayan Sunarinta and The Karma Collective from Bali, Indonesia The Ogoh Ogoh embodies the essence of karmic belief, serving as a tangible reminder of the power of compassion and empathy. It symbolizes the inner struggles faced when confronted with doing what’s right, even when it seems daunting. Amidst life’s chaos, it serves as a beacon of light, urging the embrace of both light and shadows. The Ogoh Ogoh, rooted in Balinese tradition, takes on a sacred role in cleansing the soul of negativity. It’s a profound reminder that by doing good deeds and embracing self-awareness, one can navigate life’s complexities with curiosity and grace. URL: https://www.instagram.com/bali.karma.collective/ Contact: brieanabreeze@gmail.com

Space Grinder by Adam Frey from La Ventana, Mexico and Santa Cruz, CA Eye Beamer is a wind-driven, spinning mirrored helix, a scaled-up follow-up to last year’s Face Grinder. Contact: permeant@gmail.com

Hábitat by Mark Rivera aka Kidnetick from Santurce, Puerto Rico A habitat is where an organism lives. The goal of Hábitat is to show the beauty of coexistence and community through a sculpture thats feels like it is a living organism, breathing and thriving when whatever is living inside can live together in peace. Contact: kidnetickart@gmail.com

Dream Slide by William Nemitoff from New Orleans, LA A glowing unicorn, larger than life. A journey into dreams and out the other side. White facets by day, a luminescent aurora by night. A slide runs down the glowing mane. Dream Slide embodies childhood wonder and fantastic visions, responding to our bodies as our dreams respond to our minds. Contact: thedreamslide@gmail.com

Lovely Burner My good friend Jamen who is one of the most badass burners I have ever met in my 12/13 burns. Jamen is seen here pushing his trike full of camera equipment (not an ebike) on to go make photographs (and videos and hyper lapses and gigapans etc etc etc!!!) in the dust. Jamen makes all kinds of wonderful photographs and videos which he shares on his Burning Man Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jamenpercy.burn If you use instagram he is a great follow! More importantly he is a GREAT person and and campmate. He comes all the way from Australia and just grinds and works with a joy and a smile that I could only dream of. Unfathomable rizz. He never complains no matter how destroyed he is. See you at the diner friend. Looking forward to it already!

Lovely Burners 1/2 This burner said he didn’t want the hassle of registering with the DMV so he attached this wagon to his ebike. As a fellow giant bike enjoyoor I can totally get that. He really wanted to show me his lasso skills as well. The other burner he was with was happy to play along.

Lovely Burner Great to get a chance to hang out with my homie DJ Playa Messiah, OG of OGs, legend of the photonic arts. I was too relaxed to think and should have said let me see your eyes! Always a pleasure my dude.

Lovely Burner Great to see you again, N!

Love Shines Down by Aaron Cronshey from San Leandro, CA The Love Shines Down molecule will be a beautifully crafted playground of wood joinery and delightful lighting elements, both simple and complex. The piece will be approximately 18 ft long, composed of one pentagon followed by three hexagons supported by a matrix of charred timber framing work representing the carbon molecular structure. Love Shines Down is playful and approachable but provides a deeper look at a journey of discovery and new perspectives, breaking down barriers and promoting inclusion and tolerance. We hope this molecule brings smiles to faces and curiosity to minds. All interpretations are welcome, as embracing different perspectives encourages richer dialogue and connection to the piece and within the community. URL: https://www.instagram.com/loveshinesdown/ Contact: loveshinesdownart@gmail.com

Liberty by Michael Benisty https://www.michaelbenisty.com/

Awake with Paraglider and Drone at Sunrise Awake is an installation featuring a colossal Eye, 100 feet wide and 60 feet tall, pulsating with video art. It stands in the open playa, gazing towards the effigy, aligning with the theme ‘Curiouser & Curiouser.’ The Eye, vibrant and intricate, unravels new mysteries daily, symbolizing awakening and interconnectedness. It serves as a metaphor for the portal to higher understanding, reflecting a collective journey towards love and enlightenment. Amidst the desert, it is a sanctuary for self-reflection, challenging viewers to contemplate their inner selves and the collective consciousness. The project merges art and philosophy, beckoning silent introspection about the role of love in transcending the ego and achieving unity. Contact: info@unnamedcollective.org Awake by Collyns Stenzel, Jeremy Moreland, James Baxter, Shawn Silverman from Black Rock City, NV Awake is an installation featuring a colossal Eye, 100 feet wide and 60 feet tall, pulsating with video art. It stands in the open playa, gazing towards the effigy, aligning with the theme ‘Curiouser & Curiouser.’ The Eye, vibrant and intricate, unravels new mysteries daily, symbolizing awakening and interconnectedness. It serves as a metaphor for the portal to higher understanding, reflecting a collective journey towards love and enlightenment. Amidst the desert, it is a sanctuary for self-reflection, challenging viewers to contemplate their inner selves and the collective consciousness. The project merges art and philosophy, beckoning silent introspection about the role of love in transcending the ego and achieving unity. Contact: info@unnamedcollective.org

Moon and Release by Dana Albany from San Francisco Bay Area Release is a contemplative sculpture that seamlessly intertwines the female figure with the delicate symbolism of butterflies. She will be 33′ tall and emerge from an abstract chrysalis base. Crafted meticulously from a diverse array of butterfly species, this sculpture tells a profound story of liberation, metamorphosis, and the boundless potential inherent in all. Interspersed subtly in the bottom portion of the sculpture will be various mixed-metal treasures. The dynamic interplay between the female figure and the butterflies illustrates the symbiotic relationship between personal growth, transformation, and the liberation of one’s spirit. It serves as a reminder of the power gained by letting go, as the butterflies are released above. Contact: danaalbany@juno.com

Moons and Zozobot by Walker Babington from New Orleans, LA Zozobot is a representation of the vulnerability of human creation. It is a reminder that what we create is an extension of us and is inherently our ethical responsibility. As creators of modern technology we bear the weight of being its moral compass. We are the subject of its curiosity. Zozo’s motto is “disco a te” – which translates to “I learn from you” Contact: walkerbabington@gmail.com

Mothership Moon Text from the linked post below: This year we brought MOTHERSHIP to the playa. MOTHERSHIP is the interstellar vessel that brought the aliens of @titanicsend down to Earth. Upon arrival, the friendly aliens realized the planet was warming rapidly and created a giant synthwave iceberg to cool it down. Now, they spread their message of love by melting raver faces one at a time. It’s been a joy to create an art collective talented enough to bring a project like MOTHERSHIP to life. Hats off to @andrew_kirk for leading the project, the incredibly talented @briansmithdesign and Brooke for the concept and engineering, Eli McNutt and @keeganarthurolton for the next level lighting hardware design, the whole TE lighting team for the incredible patterns, all the volunteers who helped assemble power boxer and lighting, and the strike team that flew to Tennessee to build in the 90 degree humid summer in Brian’s backyard. We were inspired to build MOTHERSHIP after two years of having the whole TE front of house team huddled around a folding table for 12 hours during the night. We call this folding table v2. Scroll all the way right to see folding table v1. https://www.instagram.com/p/C_ezG3dx4an53qG3w6CN5GvT7xLXZ_g2_7k4Kc0/

Mothership, Moon and Titanic’s End Text from the linked post below: This year we brought MOTHERSHIP to the playa. MOTHERSHIP is the interstellar vessel that brought the aliens of @titanicsend down to Earth. Upon arrival, the friendly aliens realized the planet was warming rapidly and created a giant synthwave iceberg to cool it down. Now, they spread their message of love by melting raver faces one at a time. It’s been a joy to create an art collective talented enough to bring a project like MOTHERSHIP to life. Hats off to @andrew_kirk for leading the project, the incredibly talented @briansmithdesign and Brooke for the concept and engineering, Eli McNutt and @keeganarthurolton for the next level lighting hardware design, the whole TE lighting team for the incredible patterns, all the volunteers who helped assemble power boxer and lighting, and the strike team that flew to Tennessee to build in the 90 degree humid summer in Brian’s backyard. https://www.instagram.com/p/C_ezG3dx4an53qG3w6CN5GvT7xLXZ_g2_7k4Kc0/

Temple of Together by Caroline Ghosn and Temple Crew The Temple of Together is about the light that emerges when we come together with all parts of ourselves and with the oneness we share with every other living being. In this time of global challenge and conflict, she invites each of us to unfurl under her protection and be seen, loved, and inspired. URL: http://www.2024temple.com Contact: volunteer@2024temple.com

Luna the Art Crane and The Temple of Together

Aerial Photo Man Burn Night From Beyond The Temple

Layers of Mutant Vehicles after The Man Burn

Mutant Vehicles and Participants at the Man Burn

Participants Disrobe and Run Around the Flames After the Man Burn

Jewels of the Night: A Kiss at the Man Burn

Crescendo of Firework Explosions at The Man Burn

A Composite of the the Various Multicolored Flames

Crimson Rose Making Sure Everything is Going Safely According to Plan and Orchestrating Everything

Wonderful Fire Perfomers at the Man Burn

The flame from the Cauldron is transferred to each fire group in the Fire Conclave, who stand ready to receive the flame. Interesting fact, on the first Monday of the event, Crimson Rose extracts a flame from the sun to light a fire in El Diabla, a special cauldron located in Center Camp. This flame is kept alive 24/7.

The Processional Enters The Great Circle Led By Crimson Rose

Crimson Rose Leads the The Processional The Processional is made up of of Luminists, torchbearers who create a path for the Luminferrous to pass; Lamplighters who convey the Luminferrous to the Man; and a processional band who generates energy for the procession. The Processional transfers the flame from the Cauldron to each fire group in the Fire Conclave, who stand ready to receive the flame.

Participants Grab an Elevated Spot for the Man Burn atop Shell by Colin Bowring “Wizard” from Oakland, CA Shell is a sculpture about scale and how usually when we find a shell on the beach we can pick it up to inspect it and look at its unique shape. When we find this giant shell, the exploration of the shape means walking around outside and inside the surface. The object crosses the boundary between object and environmental space. The structure is built from stainless tubes and flat stainless sheets that conform to the curved surface. Contact: stop.rewind@gmail.com

Release by Dana Albany from San Francisco Bay Area Release is a contemplative sculpture that seamlessly intertwines the female figure with the delicate symbolism of butterflies. She will be 33′ tall and emerge from an abstract chrysalis base. Crafted meticulously from a diverse array of butterfly species, this sculpture tells a profound story of liberation, metamorphosis, and the boundless potential inherent in all. Interspersed subtly in the bottom portion of the sculpture will be various mixed-metal treasures. The dynamic interplay between the female figure and the butterflies illustrates the symbiotic relationship between personal growth, transformation, and the liberation of one’s spirit. It serves as a reminder of the power gained by letting go, as the butterflies are released above. Contact: danaalbany@juno.com

Rose by Rob Loucks from: Ukiah, CA The Queen of flowers has arrived on playa ready to party. During the daylight hours, Rose quietly soaks up the rays of sunlight. When the sun goes down, she lights up the night with an interactive light show. You may attract her attention with sound vibrations or pressing her buttons just right.

Lovely Burner Always a pleasure to see you man. After I spend time with you I’m always like damn, that guy is a great conversationalist! How is he so good?! Then I’m like oh, right…

Heave by Michael Christian 2024 Steel, 14′ x 7′ Ladder sculpture

Nova Heaven by Omri Sasi and Sarel Botavia from Israel “Nova Heaven” is a poignant tribute to the 407 lives lost at the Super Nova Festival and 2 other music events on October 7th, 2023. This vibrant installation replicates the festival’s iconic shade structure, symbolizing the intention of the event itself: friendship, love, and freedom. Each hanging angel bears a name, creating a celestial display of remembrance. Internally lit, it casts an ethereal glow, offering a space for reflection and healing. “Nova Heaven” invites participants to connect with memories, find solace, and draw strength from the shared human spirit, embodying resilience and hope, and spreading light and love. URL: https://www.wewilldanceagainonplaya.com/ Contact: tribeofnova.629@gmail.com

Crews Prepare The Pyrotechnics and the Man to Burn

We Leave This Place Better Than We Found It

Artist Name Unknown Please continue to decorate or just hide all logos on your vehicles. Like this wonderful truck.

Lovely Burner Mooping (+100 Burner points for you!)

Capitalist System of Burning Man Poster (again, Burning Man is hilarious!)

Lovely Burner Thank you for supporting me over email. It was GREAT to see you!

Epiffany & Co. Mutant Vehicle with WONDERFUL People Aboard

Super Fun Vibe at Lee Burridge Robot Heart Sunrise

No Loitering I had a conversation with this guy about how I liked his sign and that one of the most misunderstood aspects of Burning Man is that Burning Man is hilarious. Burners have a great sense of humour. Part snark, part cacophony, and mostly just fun. Only near the end of the conversation did this burner tell me he didn’t even make the sign and we laughed at my stupidity!

Balanced Bottle Loved the way this gentleman balanced a bottle on his head (while dancing!) and went right up to people including me.

Note to Self This lovely burners is making a mental note to return to Lee Burridge at Robot Heart in 2025. Must not miss!

Lovely Burner Let’s pick up that email thread. Nice to see you dude!

Hey Do You Know How To Get To Robot Heart?

Sonapse by O2 Treehouse, James Lucey, and Jameson Hubbs fromPetaluma, CA Sonapse is an immersive audiovisual temple that brings people into collective resonance. With a 12′ high gathering platform, this elevated sanctuary aims to serve as a space of respite and serendipity for travelers in the open playa. By day, it provides panoramic views of Black Rock City and a haven from the elements. At night, a multisensory composition of sound and light beckons participants into a shared meditation experience with vibroacoustic bass floor soundbaths, spatially mapped ambient music compositions, and a sound-reactive light show mapped in the kinetic LED array that envelopes the ceiling. URL: https://o2treehouse.com/sonapse Contact: sonapse@protonmail.com

Awake by Collyns Stenzel, Jeremy Moreland, James Baxter, Shawn Silverman from Black Rock City, NV Awake is an installation featuring a colossal Eye, 100 feet wide and 60 feet tall, pulsating with video art. It stands in the open playa, gazing towards the effigy, aligning with the theme ‘Curiouser & Curiouser.’ The Eye, vibrant and intricate, unravels new mysteries daily, symbolizing awakening and interconnectedness. It serves as a metaphor for the portal to higher understanding, reflecting a collective journey towards love and enlightenment. Amidst the desert, it is a sanctuary for self-reflection, challenging viewers to contemplate their inner selves and the collective consciousness. The project merges art and philosophy, beckoning silent introspection about the role of love in transcending the ego and achieving unity. Contact: info@unnamedcollective.org

Down the Rabbit Hole by Darrell Ansted and Katie D’Arcangelo from Boulder, CO Down the Rabbit Hole is a 10′ tunnel of steel rings, each 8 feet in diameter, aglow with LED lights leading to a 10-foot tall, polygon-faceted rabbit of reflective stainless steel on a LED interactive floor, dancing to the rhythm of sounds. The installation is a beacon of invitation, reflection, and chromatic bursts. The metaphorical “Down the Rabbit Hole” invites a journey into the unknown, igniting curiosity and discovery, urging them to shed the constraints of time and societal norms to embrace the joy, play, and wonder of exploration. It’s a celebration of art’s transformative power, uniting people in wonder and play. URL: http://www.downtherabbitholeagain.com Contact: darrellansted@gmail.com

Radial Sonic Runway by The Runway Crew from Berkeley, CA The Runway Crew is back! The Radial Sonic Runway visualizes sound waves rippling across the desert. Twenty-five gates with LED spokes form a corridor stretching out into the open playa, through which participants can walk or bike. A microphone at one end triggers patterns of light that ripple out at the speed of sound. The original Sonic Runway, in 2003, was one-dimensional – a streak of strobe lights triggered by each bass thump. In 2016, we added another dimension – each gate was illuminated with a string of LEDs, allowing for complex patterns representing different frequencies. With this new piece, audio waves can truly reshape the space itself. As it picks up sound and music, the Radial Sonic Runway twists, pulses, and ripples to life! URL: https://www.sonicrunway.com/ Contact: sonicrunway@gmail.com

Invoke The Fiery by Héloïse Roueau from Paris, France A ritual 15-foot metal portal adorned with spiderweb patterns awaits. Enhanced by a circle of lotus lace patterns, it guides participants on a transformative journey. At its heart, a suspended bell resonates with each passage under the arch. Illuminated by red light at night, it draws inspiration from Hindu Kali mythology. Participants get to shed their burdens and embrace renewal. Along the path, several metal bowls beckon. Participants can inscribe their burdens on stones before passing under the arch, accompanied by ritual sounds. A fire ritual, burning offerings on sheets, enriches the experience. Through these symbolic acts and immersive engagement, Invoke The Fiery becomes an invocation to change, urging passage and liberation from burden. URL: https://invokethefiery.jimdosite.com/ Contact: h.roueau@gmail.com

RÜFÜS DU SOL (DJ SET) – Mayan Warrior – Burning Man 2024

RÜFÜS DU SOL (DJ SET) – Mayan Warrior – Burning Man 2024 https://youtu.be/eQ-OVsdK-hM

P.O.D.S. (Plants of Dimensional Spatiality) by Tyler FuQua Creations from Eagle Creek, OR PODS is a group of plant-like seating pods which are covered in colorful blossoms. Connecting the three pods is a series of stems that join together in the middle to form one stem, on which sits a colossal flower. Each POD will feature a beautiful circular wooden bench that is made from reclaimed wood. PODS is designed to create a space for people to chill and hang with friends new and old. Contact: tyfu@me.com

RÜFÜS DU SOL (DJ SET) – Mayan Warrior – Burning Man 2024 (before the crowd got massive)

All you children, gather ’round We will dance and we will whirl All you children, gather ’round We will dance together

The Man and Mutant Vehicle with Flame Effect

OHM KAR Always Has Great Vibes and Wonderful Sound!

COQUÍ by NiNo from Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico COQUÍ, a symbol of artist NiNo’s homeland, Puerto Rico, is a charming arboreal frog who sings amid the sounds of the rainforest where he lives. This project will invite our community to explore Coquí’s many attributes, taking a trip inside his enlarged throat, and being fully immersed in his world as he sings. URL: http://www.leaveittonino.com Contact: elninoalicea@gmail.com

Mona Mushroom by Mona Miao He and Li Quan Sheng from Hangzhou, China Mona is an eight-meter-tall, pink metal sculpture of a mushroom that evokes a soft, organic feeling, even though it is very strong, being constructed from stainless steel. The ancient fungus, which has been living within the mycelial network beneath the playa for over a billion years, has decided to emerge from the ground this year. Through a wormhole in its stem, citizens can enter inside of the mushroom, which is made of a metal that is polished to act as a mirror, allowing participants to explore the weirdness and depth of their inner worlds. Whimsical artistic lights dancing within the mushroom and lasers outside of it transform its surrounding into a magical world. Follow the rabbit to join us in exploring this wonderful mushroom world. URL: http://www.monamiaohe.com Contact: monamiaoart@gmail.com

Anti-Gravitational Chamber by Intergalactic Confederation from Grass Valley, CA

The (Middle Path) Bridge (Between Heaven and Earth) by See See Kwan and the Dream Team from East Bay, CA To think about death is to think about life. The (Middle Path) Bridge (Between Heaven and Earth) is a celebration of transformation, representing the in-between transient space between Yin and Yang. It is a bridge elevated between Heaven and Earth, forever working towards balance, harmony, equanimity. It is a creative and inspiring space to practice ritual, hang out and spend time to reflect upon (pun intended). The Bridge between Heaven and Earth project gives opportunity to experience a reinterpretation of an ancient ritual practice of communication and interaction between two worlds. And to realize that life and death cannot be one without the other, that maybe death is not the end, but maybe just another beginning. URL: https://themiddlepath2024.wixsite.com/the-middle-path Contact: seeseekwan@gmail.com

The Other, 2024 Burning Man, Man Pavilion Chosen as the 2024 Burning Man Pavilion, “The Other” by Jen Lewin invites participants into a whimsical journey of exploration and play. Featuring eight gracefully curved, canyon-shaped tentacles, this interactive installation offers stairways and ramps that lead to various vantage points. As you move through its sweeping pathways, you’ll experience the infinite possibilities of exploration, never quite reaching a destination but instead discovering the beauty of the spaces in between. Gaze outward to The Man and The City, or inward to connect with fellow explorers in this dynamic, ever-changing landscape. The concept for The Other is deliberately crafted around eight distinct tentacles, each possessing its own independent perspectives: inwards, outwards, upwards, away, and towards. Rather than fixating on a singular ‘center,’ participants are encouraged to navigate, meander, and explore each area individually, fostering a sense of discovery that would be unattainable if they were interconnected. This concept prioritizes exploration. For those inclined towards gathering, the design also utilizes negative space—the center, beneath the structure, remains open for congregation, featuring interconnected benches and seating. This aspect underscores the interplay between interior and exterior spaces. It’s about form, but equally about the spaces in between. The Other was made possible by the amazing Man Build Crew, and their talented and incredible build team. Lighting Design and light animation made possible by the amazing talent of @ Mark Slee. https://www.jenlewinstudio.com/portfolio/the-other/

DPW Vehicle I love the janky DPW vehicles.

Y Knot Saloon If you are making a thing at Burning Man put a sign on it with a name. This way photographers know how to name and share the images.

Spread Love Site Services Absolute legend for setting up this hilarious (and genuinely useful) area outside the porto potties. Love this guy!

It’s The Details Did you happen to notice little bubbles came from Naga’s nostrils? Incredible attention to detail for such a large scale piece. Nice work!

Lovely Burner My friend who goes by Tree on playa has forgotten more about trees than you will ever know. Lovely man.

The King by David Posner from Charlottesville, VA The King is a geometrically shaped, octagonal King Chess Piece of monumental scale. The King is designed to express the shortcomings and follies of contemporary power dynamics and gender roles. We want the citizens of BRC to first be inspired by the scale and construction of the piece. Then, as they explore and inhabit the spaces, we hope to invoke thought and discussion around the roles we play and the ways we participate in contemporary patriarchy. We believe that these roles are damaging to all people, and we aim to create an approachable platform for that idea to be shared. URL: https://thekingburns.weebly.com/ Contact: posner.david@gmail.com

Matter Out Of Time by MJ and Colin, Glass House Arts from San Diego, CA Time machines? They sound like theremins. That’s the rule. Matter Out of Time (MOOT) appears as a giant, shiny, spiky ball, partially embedded in the playa. The aluminum tubes span some 25 feet, but are surprisingly easy to climb. Inside the ball you find a captains’ station, controls, and screens, but nothing seems to be working. You activate the initiation sequence, and the machine, with a thump and a flash, comes alive! A video appears on the screen in front of you, and the controls are flashing, so you reach forward, and eeeeeooooouuuuuuummmmmm Is all of this a step towards a real time machine? Well, there’s definitely been a clear progression through time… URL: https://www.deldiosglasshouse.com/moot Contact: art@deldiosglasshouse.com

Those Feet I was walking around making photos and all of a sudden a foot was touching my cheek. I was like what the hell?! I turn around and some burners are playing with these incredibly lifelike fake feet. I just hope they weren’t used for naughty weirdness before they grazed my cheek! Haha!

Man with a Violin I happened upon Carl Cox at Playground and I’m just enjoying the incredible energy of the place. This random guy walks up to Carl while Carl is performing and he gestures to his violin. Carl is like huh??? This guy someone manages to convince Carl to let him plug in and then proceeds to absolutely shred along with Carl Cox and is lifted up by the crowd. It was such a fun and positive moment. Shout out to Carl for being open to play and collaboration and to this guy for the extra fun vibes.

Slack Line Dad joke alert: I slacked off here and didn’t get a great picture of this but I hope someone else did.

Missed the Drone Show I was just about as far away as you could possible be when the drone show happened.

Raffle for a Luxury Suite at The Grand Hotel at Ashram Galactica

Crowd Anxiously Listens for Their Number at the Raffle for a Luxury Suite at The Grand Hotel at Ashram Galactica

The Show After the Raffle for a Luxury Suite at The Grand Hotel at Ashram Galactica

Shanghai Suite Grand Hotel Ashram Galactica

Cambridge Suite Grand Hotel Ashram Galactica

Hindu Suite Grand Hotel Ashram Galactica

Another Level Have you ever met a burner who just seems to be operating at another level. David here seems gracefully glide from one issue to the next with elegance and grace handling whatever comes up. From a photographer showing up to discussing menu options to literally performing a show on stage. There are some burners who just operate at another level. A level of excellence and joy that is frankly astonishing and hard to comprehend. When I’m out there I feel like a bit of a disheveled mess struggling to get everything done, but David here is just on another level! Thank you David for all you do.

Fine Dining at The Grand Hotel at Ashram Galactica!

Moop Trophies I think this is a brilliant idea. Turn regular camp moop into publicly visible displays somehow. This was deep in the back of Ashram Galactica. To be clear, Ashram Galactica camp is massive and they have huge shows and parties. This MOOP was not from the people who are actually part of the camp, it’s the huge crowds of daily visitors to this remarkable camp. Perhaps there is a more elegant way to make these displays of moop to incentivize our community to clean up more so resto has an easier job? Moop as trophy?!

FlyTrap by Gus and Marie, WayLate from Marseille, France FlyTrap is an interactive LED star ready to dance with you all night long. Kids love it as it reacts as they interact with it.

METAHEART by Johnny Crash from Marshall, NC METAHEART is mirror-clad, three dimensional sculpture that rises 23′ from the ground, reflecting the love and energy of the community. Three arching stainless steel arms form a heart motif, and at it’s center hangs a rotating structure in the ancient geometric shape of a Metatron’s cube. METAHEART invites the viewer to reflect on and expand beyond the confines of their heart. By looking inward, we see beyond ourselves and our perceived constraints to connection. The piece symbolizes the discovery of love, for the self and others, in every axis and plane, across time, space and infinity. Contact: heyjohnnycrash@gmail.com

First Ever Mutant Aircraft and FAA Approved Laser-light and Fireworks Show From an Aircraft

First Ever FAA approved Laser-light and fireworks show from an aircraft by CC Pocock from Cal Nev Ari, Nevada First Ever FAA approved Laser-light and fireworks show from an aircraft. Presented by Black Rock City Air force. The show took place at Burning Man in August 2024 and will consisted of laser and lighting effects projection and debris free fireworks launched from the aircraft to the North of the Black Rock City center. The show was be controlled in the aircraft by pilots CC Pocock and Christ Masi. During the week CC gave scenic rides around the city in the airplane. Then after sunset on two nights during the event the fake rockets and missiles were removed and replaced with laser, lighting and pyrotechnics assemblies.

Alice, Bonnie, and Kerry atop The End of Time by Andrea Greenlees and Andy Tibbetts from London, UK and Reno, NV The End of Time is a dying clock, in fact it is a murdered clock. As a consequence, Time has stopped and now it will forever be Teatime. This artwork illustrates the death of one clock, which results in the death of all clocks and therefore Time itself. It does so in a whimsical manner designed to disturb but entertain at the same time. This 22-foot tall, climbable, surreal, collapsing clock has been pierced by a gigantic sword, its mechanism is broken and exposed, its numerals and hands distorted, and it has a giant Teacup and Saucer perched precariously at the top. The Teacup can accommodate 6 people at a time sitting on a circular bench in a surprisingly intimate setting. A huge, mysterious key hangs inside the clock but what is it for? URL: https://andreagreenlees.com Contact: andrea@hylemo.com

Alice and Bonnie atop The End of Time by Andrea Greenlees and Andy Tibbetts from London, UK and Reno, NV The End of Time is a dying clock, in fact it is a murdered clock. As a consequence, Time has stopped and now it will forever be Teatime. This artwork illustrates the death of one clock, which results in the death of all clocks and therefore Time itself. It does so in a whimsical manner designed to disturb but entertain at the same time. This 22-foot tall, climbable, surreal, collapsing clock has been pierced by a gigantic sword, its mechanism is broken and exposed, its numerals and hands distorted, and it has a giant Teacup and Saucer perched precariously at the top. The Teacup can accommodate 6 people at a time sitting on a circular bench in a surprisingly intimate setting. A huge, mysterious key hangs inside the clock but what is it for? URL: https://andreagreenlees.com Contact: andrea@hylemo.com

Alice, Bonnie, and Kerry at The End of Time by Andrea Greenlees and Andy Tibbetts from London, UK and Reno, NV The End of Time is a dying clock, in fact it is a murdered clock. As a consequence, Time has stopped and now it will forever be Teatime. This artwork illustrates the death of one clock, which results in the death of all clocks and therefore Time itself. It does so in a whimsical manner designed to disturb but entertain at the same time. This 22-foot tall, climbable, surreal, collapsing clock has been pierced by a gigantic sword, its mechanism is broken and exposed, its numerals and hands distorted, and it has a giant Teacup and Saucer perched precariously at the top. The Teacup can accommodate 6 people at a time sitting on a circular bench in a surprisingly intimate setting. A huge, mysterious key hangs inside the clock but what is it for? URL: https://andreagreenlees.com Contact: andrea@hylemo.com

Furiouser and Furiouser – Billion Bunny March to Protest Humanity

$teven Ra$pa I had a hard time locating this legend during the billion bunny march. The march was was so fun an chaotic. $teven wouldn’t break character when I did find him despite my pestering him with the camera. Love to see it! A few years ago $teven hugged me out of the blue when I really needed it. Protect this man! Much love to you $teven if you happen across this image.

Shadows Fly As the sun sets behind the nearby mountains it casts a shadow that seems to fly across the playa. Always a fleeting but special moment for me.

Coney McConeface: The Life and Death of a Traffic Cone by Chris “Kiwi” Hankins, ConeCophony Collective from Dargaville, New Zealand and Reno, NV Coney McConeface is a larger than life traffic cone. At 60 feet tall he will tower over the playa. He is painted in bright safety orange and reflective silver bands. He has steam rising around and through him. This steam is coming from a crack in the playa caused from geothermal activity deep below the surface. Coney has been built on top of this geothermal activity to project the citizens of Black Rock City from falling into the cavity and and being injured or burnt. Coney is a symbol of safety and protection, an image we all very familiar with in our day to day lives…traffic cones are everywhere… URL: https://www.conecophony.com/

Tree Circle by Eira Mooney and Alquem from Växjö, Sweden and Bogota, Colombia The sudden realization that you are intrinsically and ultimately connected to everything. That you are insignificantly small in the context of infinity, yet you are infinite. In those moments, we are home. The Tree Circle reminds us of those who were here long before our grandparents were born, and who will stand tall long beyond the passing of our children. Roots anchored deep into the ground and branches reaching tall. Nature’s majesty in co-creation with human hands. Natural bamboo form seven tree trunks, hollow as if burnt from the inside. Like fractals, each trunk creates a circular space within themselves, and together, a circular open space, all bathing in a soundscape of deep primal frequencies promoting collective coherence. URL: https://eirarchitecture.studio/ Contact: eiramooney@gmail.com

Black Rock Reservations Telephone at the Airport LMAO

Fireworks For an Airplane When I heard someone had created the first ever mutant aircraft and that it had fireworks and lasers I had to check it out. Here is a test batch of the fireworks CC created. These are not the fireworks he used in production but this gives you an idea of what they’re like. CC was great to collaborate with despite him being under pressure to get everything done.

CC Does an Extremely Thorough Pre-Flight Check

CC Does an Extremely Thorough Pre-Flight I have flown with a bunch of different pilots over the years and the pre-flight check CC conducted here was by FAR the most thorough and diligent. This is probably because CC is an advanced flight instructor and an incredible pilot. That and this was his first flight that day if memory serves. Thank you for taking me up flying with you CC. It was amazing.

Aerial Photo Burning Man 2024 Thank you to Milne “CC” Pocock for flying the Mutant Aircraft while I made these images!

Aerial Panorama Burning Man 2024 (6 by 1) Thank you to Milne “CC” Pocock for flying the Mutant Aircraft while I made these images!

Burner Evolution Over the years Tracey has taken on more and more work for the benefit of other burners. Her evolution from normie to full blown hard core burner has been amazing to watch. Thank for all the hard work Tracey (and you too Harold!!!). You can see this in her eyes here. She is thinking hurry up let’s get this over with so I can get back to work!

Tycho Sunrise – The Dusty Rhino’s Final Voyage https://soundcloud.com/tycho/infinite-burning-man-sunrise-2024

Project Awake https://unnamedcollective.org

Lit Up Tree I love biking around BRC and coming across random and beautiful objects like this tree.

Organic Study No. 4 by Luis Varela-Rico from Las Vegas, NV and Guadalajara, Mexico Organic Study No. 4 is a large-scale steel sculpture that is a clear celebration of Mexican culture. It draws inspiration from Dia de Los Muertos, the Catholic church, and colonialism. It includes an upside down cross in the archway. It acknowledges the history of colonization and its negative impact on the global community. OS No. 4 challenges the status quo and makes an argument that we don’t need to subscribe to dogmatic belief systems to accept each other. The piece uses historical and cultural references to remind people how beautiful we can be if we base our behavior from a place of love instead of greed or fear. URL: https://luisvarelarico.com/ Contact: luisvarelarico@gmail.com

Source of the Lasers You know those lasers that cross the city and hit the mountains? This is where they come from. Not sure what the name of this camp is.

The Hotel Lobby I may be way off base but these folks should join forces with Ashram Galactica somehow or be placed beside them. A hospitality/hotel district would be amazing. What say you Levels?

Epic Paella Dinner One of my campmates cooked this phenomenal Paella. We had incredible company and delicious food. What else could you ask for?! Thank you Quickdraw!!!

Lovely Burners Thank you for leading the incredible temple of together this year. You did an amazing job! We hope you enjoyed the dinner at our camp.

Metaheart and Golden Gate Bridge Mutant Vehicle

DIY Camera and Printer by this Burner! (The DA1)

What’s The Story I’m just curious about these vehicles. Are they just rogue vehicles out there? They’re not LEOs or mutant vehicles but I sometimes see them and I’m like man it would be way easier to get around in that!

Boob Tube A burner takes a rest behind a small mutant vehicle with lots of DMV stickers from previous years. When I took this photo I was like damn, I want to be that dude so badly right now. I need to take a rest. On one of the stickers on this rig it says “instagram killed the burning man star” and also safety third.

Lovely Burners at The Cacophony Society Cocktail Party

DJ Jorge (ha!) My friend “DJ Jorge” and I bump into each other out making phoos often. George is a GREAT photographer. His IG is https://www.instagram.com/georgeppost and his website is: https://playa-messiah.com/

Lovely Burner at The Cacophony Society Cocktail Party

Lovely Burners at The Cacophony Society Cocktail Party And my apologies for missing focus Silver Man. I blame my camera’s autofocus for not recognizing you as human due to the silver paint haha!

Lovely Burner Thank you for the amazing videos Mark! Please keep going and doing some burning man and letting us know what you think of the sky. I’ll be sure to send you more ridiculously large files this go round.

The Teetering Trail of Tooter by Robert and Penny Cox from Kalama, WA The Teetering Trail of Tooter is a musical trail in the desert bringing fun and joy to all who enter. Lining the trail are a series of handmade cedar lamp posts and a row of wooden organ pipes atop a wall of art and curiosities. The pipes bring music and delight to all who walk on the teetering trail.

El Pulpo Magnifico – The King of Kings Description from Duane’s Website: El Pulpo Magnifico stands tall at 28 feet, a colossal octopus wrought from the remnants of discarded metal and aluminum, lovingly repurposed by Duane Flatmo, Jerry Kunkel, Will Startare and his dedicated crew in the bustling heart of Eureka, California. Its gleaming skin, fashioned from the reflections of kitchenware and treasures unearthed from thrift store scores, glimmers like an explosion of diamonds against the dark night sky of the playa. Eight sinuous tentacles undulate in a hypnotic rhythm and eight eyes peer into the very soul of onlookers, El Pulpo Magnifico unleashes its fiery breath, sending flames soaring 30 feet into the heavens above. It’s a spectacle that conjures the imagery of a demented wind-up toy brought to life by a puppeteer with a love for glits and fire. Equipped with a panel of control buttons, El Pulpo dances to the beat of its own fiery heart. Turning each performance into a visual symphony of fire and motion. With 200 gallons of propane coursing through its veins, El Pulpo Magnifico chases away the chill of cold evenings, enveloping all who dare to behold its magnificence in a warm embrace of wonder and awe. https://www.elpulpomecanico.com/about.html

Mars Molecules by Mars-1 from San Francisco, CA This installation will be two sculptures, one titled “Molecule #3” which is 9′ in diameter, and another called “Strobilus,” which is a large-scale, 13-foot-tall bronze piece inspired by the pine cone, a symbol of the third eye. Throughout history and across many cultures, the pine cone has represented enlightenment and the blossoming of imagination. I hope this conveys the symbolism to the viewer as an embodiment of limitless capabilities, with its interconnected woven spirals hinting at the infinite possibilities of the human imagination. Contact: onemars@yahoo.com

The Oasis (70s living room in Deep Playa) This was a cool space that was out near the trash fence. It was open to the trash fence so you had to go out and explore to see what was inside. Nice place to take a rest. There is a post on reddit here about it: https://www.reddit.com/r/BurningMan/comments/1f8qbs5/stories_from_the_oasis_70s_living_room_in_deep/

Hortus Lux by Eric Sagotsky from Los Angeles, CA Inspired by succulents in the arid desert, Hortus Lux is a restful oasis by day and an invitation to play by night. Each of the five woven hammock leaves accommodates two. (This may look like just some cool chairs but there was a whole audio and vibration experience that was incredibly soothing. I felt way more relaxed after. The vibration was unlike any I have felt. It was so organic it felt alive. Great job Eric!!!)

Lovely Burner We had a very long discussion. It was a wonderful break for me and we went from complete strangers to friends in this moment. In fact this might be the first time I have ever photographed the exact moment I became friends with someone.

Lovely Burner I bumped into Ryan and introduced myself. I recognized him from his great YouTube Channel. He has lots of great videos from running at Burning Man (and more). Ryan has amazing positive energy and shares his love for exploring and running. Good clean healthy stuff! Go give him a sub: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVcUzl95VwxrIEQnu9xI21g

Robot Heart and Galaxyer Mayan Warrior Linkup

Titanic’s End and Mothership Mutant Vehicles

Crowd forms a Heart and Sea of BIkes at Robot Heart Galaxyer Mayan Warrior Linkup

Wonderful Burners Thank you for all the hard work that goes into making some of the greatest sunrise moments of joy, love, friendship, and great music. Mudita!

Golden Gate Bridge Mutant Vehicle and Long Feng Mutant Vehicle

Mothership Mutant Vehicle (can you tell I was/am obsessed?)

AlchemEyes by House of Fabl, Hunter Leggitt, Jonathan Berry & PhotonicBliss from Denver, CO Where eyes become the window to the cosmos and the neural pathways become millions of shooting stars. As we untether from the fixed reality of the default, we can reach up and touch the infinite. Large eyes look out over the vast expanse of the playa, and as they perceive, the neural synapses fire in unimaginable beauty. A child’s imagination can transform a sandbox into a spaceship or an ocean-bound vessel. Might we pause convention and take a journey down the rabbit hole? Liberation lies in curiosity; soften your vision and allow yourself to expand beyond the predictable. URL: https://www.houseoffabl.com/ Contact: contact@houseoffabl.com

Nebula Rider, Goldie and Minnie by Adrian Landon from Reno, NV Adrian Landon returns with some new vibes and energies through mechanical marvel and sculpture, with kinetic horses and Pegasi of various scales. URL: https://adrianlandon.com/ Contact: adrianlandon@hotmail.com

Beacon by David Oliver from Ventura, CA A pillar reaching into the sky twenty-four feet. Dressed with three illuminated stained-glass Tiffany style “Collection Pan” lamps up high, and topped with a highly reflective steel alloy “Beacon Ball” that measures two feet in diameter. Shadowed light runs vertically below the lamps on the main body tucked neatly inside the applied steel tubing called, “Transfer Pipes”. Four louvered panel “Exhaust Fins” are also internally illuminated, emit smoke (fog), and act as feet to support this towering structure. All steel components of project Beacon are to be of a metallic finish ranging from aluminum to copper. URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511422599441315/

Together For-never by Simon Bellamy from Bristol, United Kingdom Together For-never invites reflection on the impermanence of relationships. It provides a space to let go, acknowledging the pain that often accompanies the ending of relationships. Memories linger, but like the piece itself, participants are encouraged to release. Ultimately, it conveys the joy in moving forward. Contact: simon2588@gmail.com

Childhood Odyssey by Ceci Flores, Childhood Odyssey from Fairfax, CA and Salta, Argentina The art installation embodies the belief that the unfiltered vulnerability of childhood carries a universal language, one that connects us all. The art seeks to evoke a sense of unity and shared humanity by inviting viewers to witness the collective imagination of children as they explore their own unique personal journeys. URL: https://www.childhoododyssey.com/ Contact: anacecilia.flores@gmail.com

Men’s Circle Shear Truth and The Shop This was a tremendously powerful moment for the men gathered here. Deeply moving. I was honoured to just be there.

The Shop Hanging out here for a bit was a real treat. Also where’s Waldo, me edition in this photo.

One of my campmates and who happens to to also be part of the various temple builds over the years, He also has the kind of upbeat positive vibe I can never conjure up personally. He also amazing hair! Always a laugh and a smile. Always an encouraging word. Good vibes! Love ya!

Wedding at Hábitat I have no idea who these people are so if you know them maybe pass this image along to them.

A Secret Adventure I gave these lovely newlyweds (and first time burners) a top secret and fun adventure to explore with coordinates. If you guys see this, I hope you found it!

Lovely Burner It was great to hang out with you at The Shop!

Lovely Burner Nice to see you after all these years!

Finding the Light by Kevin Necessary from Bend, OR The art installation “Finding the Light” consists of 3 large steel and stained-glass monoliths. They are strategically placed on playa with exact distances from each other and perfectly aligned with the sun. As the sun heads to the west, the shadows and colors of the stained glass begin to elongate and interact with the playa surface. The monoliths alone are abstract geometric forms which can be explored and interacted with throughout the day. Twice a day, sunrise and set, the long shadows from the monoliths and colors from the stained glass will form a beautiful church on the playa surface. An 8′ high observation deck with a preacher’s podium, perfectly placed for the sunset shadow, will be placed on playa as well. Contact: necessaryphoto@mac.com

The Purple Unicorn by Smilee Barnacle from Oakland, CA Only the pure of heart can approach the fearsome unicorn. The mythical beast is rearing up on its back legs as if it is in moment of passion, pausing to give us a tempting glimpse, knowing that we can never catch them. It is an apparition of love, a beautiful hallucination, a good luck oasis. The unicorn’s horn possesses magical powers of healing and the ability to neutralize poisons and heal sickness. Rearing up on its hind legs, paint shimmering in the sun, the Purple Unicorn is here to bless the citizens of Black Rock City with Sweet Unicorn Magic. URL: http://www.instagram.com/thepurpleunicorn2024 Contact: makeit@barnaclebros.com

Celestial Syzygy Garden by Shane and Toby Robinson and Family from Dolan Springs, AZ You spot two large Saguaro cacti and an apparatus rising up from the landscape. Approaching, you find stunning, beautifully realistic Saguaro, Ocotillo, Organ Pipe, Joshua Tree, Prickly Pear, and Barrel cacti in a circle around a massive swinging platform. Swings, benches, and posts make an octagon shape with light “stars” hanging above. Surfaces of the swings, benches, and posts have sun, moon, star, and deity cut-outs with lights inside. You rest and interact with other Burners; at first sitting by yourself on the benches revitalizing your soul, then lounging on the swings intermingling with all. Laying on the large swing with Burners, all the stars above and lights shining through the metal cut-outs is magical and you feel at peace! URL: https://www.trmmetal.com Contact: shane@teamrobinson.com

Coney McConeface: The Life and Death of a Traffic Cone by Chris “Kiwi” Hankins and the ConeCophony Collective from Dargaville, New Zealand and Reno, NV Coney McConeface is a larger than life traffic cone. At 60 feet tall he will tower over the playa. He is painted in bright safety orange and reflective silver bands. He has steam rising around and through him. This steam is coming from a crack in the playa caused from geothermal activity deep below the surface. Coney has been built on top of this geothermal activity to project the citizens of Black Rock City from falling into the cavity and and being injured or burnt. Coney is a symbol of safety and protection, an image we all very familiar with in our day to day lives…traffic cones are everywhere… URL: https://www.conecophony.com/

Fintastic School of Art by Dan Barnes, The Tinkers Knot from St. George, UT The oceans and the winds are a large part of the world around us. A school of fish swimming in the ocean are never still, always shifting, always moving, always swimming. This school of playa land fish rely on the wind to give them motion. As long as the wind blows and shifts, they are forever changing direction and moving as a school.

Lovely Burner My long time friend and incredible photographer Scott London. Love ya man!

The Floor of Down the Rabbit Hole by Darrell Ansted and Katie D’Arcangelo from Boulder, CO Down the Rabbit Hole is a 10′ tunnel of steel rings, each 8 feet in diameter, aglow with LED lights leading to a 10-foot tall, polygon-faceted rabbit of reflective stainless steel on a LED interactive floor, dancing to the rhythm of sounds. The installation is a beacon of invitation, reflection, and chromatic bursts. The metaphorical “Down the Rabbit Hole” invites a journey into the unknown, igniting curiosity and discovery, urging them to shed the constraints of time and societal norms to embrace the joy, play, and wonder of exploration. It’s a celebration of art’s transformative power, uniting people in wonder and play. URL: http://www.downtherabbitholeagain.com Contact: darrellansted@gmail.com

A Basic Bench by Daniel Paster from Boulder, CO A Basic Bench is constructed out of 4″ curved steel I-beam tunnel ribs repurposed from the construction of tunnels, rough-cut wooden timbers, waxed canvas tarps, and memory foam futons. The tunnel ribs are stacked and connected in a manner creating a three-story curved structure comprised of three partial circles. The curved nature of the form lends to a feeling of fluidity, while its sheer weight presents a feeling of solidity in space. URL: https://www.danielpasterdesignbuild.com/

Plurality by James Bunkelman from Hollywood, CA From a distance, one can see a cluster of many bright orange organza flags flying in the wind. As you look closer, you realize that they are grouped as a Fibonacci sequence of golden ratios spiraling into a center with a triangular structure sparkling with crystal lights. Inside are writings about and drawings representing the condition of Dissociative Identity Disorder (Multiple Personalities) Contact: jb@galateapro.com

Burner Industrial Dome by pretty good collective from Boston, MA The goal of this project is not just repurposing objects commonly found in any camp you wander into, but expanding their purpose while at the same time aiming to strengthen and expand our community. In November the bins and other useful building materials will be made into care packages/starter kits to hand out to new burners, needy burners, or just anyone who thinks they may find use in the staples. Those receiving the bins will receive an excellent starting point for checking out our vibrant community as well as receive meaningful messages making their bins more personalized and special. In the future the cycle can begin again as the bins/straps/zipties are easy to replace. URL: http://www.prettygoodprojects.com Contact: m.garrity0@gmail.com

I’m Fine :) by Oleksiy Sai from Kyiv, Ukraine Regardless of cultural or geographical boundaries, all people feel joy, sadness, anger, fear and love – these are the emotions that make us human. “I’m Fine” speaks to a situation familiar to all of us, when we automatically respond with “I’m fine” to the question “Are you ok?” even though we might be feeling pain, anxiety or confusion deep down. This piece particularly resonates with Ukrainians who continue to face daily challenges both personally and as a nation. Yet this story is universal and relatable to everyone on the planet. Contact: lioshasay@gmail.com

Dust Devil and Ice Cream Dream by Jesse “Shambles” Ide and The Cream Team from New Orleans, Louisiana A giant beautiful dessert in the desert. Glowing Inflatable ice cream cone made of mind-bending deliciousness. How absurd! As the sun sets, the Cream Dream comes to life with music reactive projected visualizations and soothing ambient soundscapes. During the day, an interesting novelty, landmark and place of respite with lounger structures. Contact: creamdream.brc@gmail.com

Hook Up Camp Public Charging Station File under GOOD IDEAS! Nice! https://www.hookupcamp.com/ (Nice picture on your website guys, at least give me credit if you are going to do that haha! possibly related: https://flic.kr/p/piYdCH

Do You Need a Ride? I asked this young man if he needed a ride because he was carrying this heavy tote by hand. Turned out he needed to walk literally from one side of the city to the other. So I tossed him onto the back of my giant ebike (OMG ebike? the horror!) and gave him a lift. He may have perished in the sun otherwise lol. Godspeed young man. He was one of two people I drove across town on the back of my bike. The other guy was carrying ice above his head and needed to go from Artica to the edge of the the city where the airport road begins. I just happened to be headed that way so I drove him out there on the back of my back. Whenever I do this the people are always like holy shit this is WAY farther than I thought it would be and they thank me profusely. I tell them to pay it forward and help others in the community and so it goes.

Lovely Burner Thank you for the DELICIOUS food!

Art in Motion by Mike Collins “Hubcap” from Laguna Woods, CA Art in Motion is meant to be a surprise garden of delights for the adventurous soul. Various mirror like petals provide a sense of whimsy, as we see the chimerical surroundings reflected in an even more fantastical manner. This lyric was placed nearby You belong among the wildflowers You belong in a boat out at sea You belong with your love on your arm You belong somewhere you feel free ― Tom Petty

Solar Array on a Trailer I need one of these.

Full of Tricks by Heather Laurie & the Hellions from Bend, OR Full of Tricks is an unexpectedly interactive jack-in-the-box-esque installation loosely based on concepts from Watership Down by Richard Adams, & incorporating themes & inspiration from other rabbit works throughout history. On a playa full of large scale works, we seek to provide a more intimate, more miniature experience for participants to explore.

Oh-ICE-is by Solar Crew from Black Rock City Oh-ICE-is is a prototype of a solar-powered public shelter. A place on the Playa where one can find peace, protection, and rest without having to isolate. A collective oasis.

Surfwheel by Alex Silver and Michael Conn from: Los Angeles, CA A beautifully spinning, captivating swirl of color on soft boogie boards illuminated with EL wire around each blade of the ‘fan’. Contact: alexjordansilver@gmail.com

Lovely Burner Thanks for helping to keep the lights on!

Lovely Burner Always a pleasure to see you out there and your love of the art really shows.

Vibes Unmatched Email me or text me when you see this Darren.

Lovely Burner We were all dancing on this structure that was designed to flex and move. It was moving to the beat of the music. It was amazing.

Galaxyer Mayan Warrior and Beams of Sunshine

Liberty and Galaxyer Mayan Warrior at Sunrise

Titanic’s End and Mothership at the Trash Fence at Dawn

Liberty at Dawn and Galaxyer Mayan Warrior

Loveliest Bouncer This lovely burner was making sure nobody came in the exit of a tiny bar at Golden Guy Alley as it was at capacity. When I asked to make her photograph she tried to step out and had to squeeze her wonderful hat through the doorway. We both chuckled. I said you look beautiful and she wasn’t ready for that. Then I made this picture. Sometimes when I’m making portraits of people I will say something to remove the metaphorical shield people hold up around a camera. Sometimes I say something goofy or try to get the subject to think about something deep or that they love. Whatever I can come up with to remove the shield and see them as they are.

Suspend Your Disbelief by Twice Baked Bread from Los Angles, CA What may appear impossible, is in fact possible.

Rotations of Time by Hillarie Isackson from Gig Harbor, WA Rotations of Time is a series of three pinwheel clocks that move in measurement of the ways we perceive our greatest measurement of life. Time. Is time an illusion? How is it relevant? What would you request of it? Father Time stands on the pinwheel clock with a commanding presence. Its pillar adorned with watch faces in tribute of those loved ones whose time has come to pass. The tall clock moves us fast as the wind blows, spinning the colorful pinwheel as it changes time with each rotation. Slowing us down, and then stopping time when in a place of peace. The “real time” clock ticks, and turns, as it marches to time that is steadfast. Carrying us through life so we can connect in “real time.” Then there is flying time, blurring its’ colors and blinding us to the present moment as we become lost in our pursuit to slow it down. As a tribute to those who have gone before us, what’s to determine a life well lived or lost too soon? By the time lived, or by the amount of life lived? Rotations of time will travel around the west coast with the support of volunteers, honorably ending near the Temple. *If you, or someone you know, would like to include a watch face of a loved one who has passed, send this artist an email for a mailing address before 8/15/24 or leave it on the structure and it will be respectfully included. URL: http://www.facebook.com/KeyPenMushroom Contact: hartstudiosgigharbor@gmail.com

CONFLUIR by Constanza Castaño from Santiago, Chile CONFLUIR is the result of different suggestions of contrasts: interior and exterior, appear and camouflage, rigid and malleable, reflect and veil, environment and detail. Its distorted reflections embody the contexts that surround it, including the spectators who inhabit it. By concentrating on its outer and concave side, the protagonist of your mirror is an image more similar to the real one, slightly deforming any information that surrounds it. On their interior and convex faces, the prisms produce an abstract result, fragmenting everything we observe into small parts. Contact: ccastanox@gmail.com

Inside Her by Urbano Maher, Elizabeth Lieb, Graham Clarke from Fairfield, NJ The porcelain doll stands, open to the world, showing her vulnerability and the strong burner inside all of us.

Fire performer at El Diabla by Iron Monkeys from Seattle, WA and Reno, NV On the first Monday of the event Crimson Rose extracts a flame from the sun to light a fire in El Diabla, a special cauldron located in Center Camp. For the flame to continue burning it must be stoked, disturbed, and kept alive throughout the entire week. We encourage all those that encounter El Diabla to help keep this flame alive.

H E A R T H by McKenzie Genin and The Green Bucket Lab from: Woodside, CA HEARTH is an expression of ambivalence and symbolism, the individual and interconnectedness, with a strong emphasis on the duality of human and planetary experiences. Exploring themes of healing and destruction, liberation and confinement, and the complex interplay between these elements. HEARTH encourages a shift in perspective from the individual human experience to a broader, collective and planetary viewpoint. In essence, the philosophy of HEARTH is to use ART as a vehicle to explore the nature of individual and collective human existence and its intricate relationship with the planet, acknowledging the ambiguity and tensions that arise as we grapple with these complex emotions and challenges. URL: https://www.greenbucketlab.org/ Contact: mckenzie.genin@gmail.com

Childhood Odyssey by Ceci Flores from Fairfax, CA and Salta, Argentina The art installation embodies the belief that the unfiltered vulnerability of childhood carries a universal language, one that connects us all. The art seeks to evoke a sense of unity and shared humanity by inviting viewers to witness the collective imagination of children as they explore their own unique personal journeys. URL: https://www.childhoododyssey.com/ Contact: anacecilia.flores@gmail.com

You Know It’s Going to be A Huge Party When If you need a truck this big for your disco ball, you know it’s going to be a big party!

The Speed of the Earth by Kevin Kelly and David Rumsey from San Francisco, CA The streaking visualization of the Earth’s rotation will be visible from any angle on the playa. However, the ideal angle for maximum effect is neither head-on nor perpendicular, but viewed at an oblique angle. The location of Speed of the Earth will therefore run from the trash fence directly towards the Temple (see map) at an oblique angle to the main city. This light course will span just 800 feet shy of a mile. Each run will last 4.5 seconds, and will recycle every 15 seconds. The virtual speed of the streaking lights will be 784 mph. The placement of the lights will enable this phenomenon to be seen almost anywhere along the esplanade, or in the outer and deep playa. URL: https://kk.org/ Contact: kk@kk.org

Life is Amazing In 1996, I read an article in the nascent Wired Magazine about a strange event called Burning Man. I was fascinated and decided in that moment that one day I would go to Burning Man. I was 16 and very much alone. It took me 16 more years before I had my shit together enough to make it out to Black Rock City in 2012. Fast forward to 2024, and I had a chance encounter with Kevin Kelly on the playa. As many of you know, Kevin who was one of the founders of Wired Magazine itself. Had he not started that magazine you wouldn’t be here right now looking at this and my life would have been much worse. Kevin is somewhat of a renaissance man and he has this remarkable ability to forecast what’s going to happen in technology as well. If you have any interest in technology, art, and or just Cool Tools, then go and learn from Kevin at KK.org Kevin was just as charming, friendly, and down to earth as you’d hope. He even let me take his picture in very this very harsh light.

The Dispezery by Misty Hunt from Spring Creek, NV This artist shack is filled with art based on a popular candy dispenser that has been around for over 100 years. The art expressed on this building is by the fans of these items and their passion for them. The pieces you see were originally made for one class of people, but today reach a wide-scale audience, young and old, demonstrating what true inclusivity means. URL: http://www.dispezery.com https://burningman.org/event/2024-art-installations/#a2IVI000000DTsF2AW

The Solar Library Phase 3, The Solaria by Joey Ficklin from Austin, TX The Solar Library is sculptural charging infrastructure supporting battery-powered art. Artists apply for a library card securing enough capacity to charge their batteries each day replacing the noise, fumes & fuel spill of generators with battery power and preventing panel proliferation from affecting the aesthetics of art. In 2022 & 2023, we removed tons of direct and indirect fumes and gallons of spilled fuel working with 18 art projects. Our goals are to grow until we can serve 200 small art projects and provide attractive and safe solar charging. URL: http://solarlibrary.info Contact: info@solarlibrary.info

Lovely Burners Thank you for the great videos and helping me fix my mistakes here over the years!

The Playa is Taunting Me Sometimes I see these wonderful spaces and I just want to go take a rest. Then I remember I’m not here to rest, get back to work!

Creators of the Solar Powered Misting Booth at AEZ

Black Rock Raceway What a great idea. Simple, fun, and timeless.

Batttleshots!! – What a fun and well executed idea!

Popping Balloons in a Shipping Container at Giggsville Take note, there is a person with a switch controlling when the nail gun can be fired and they were VERY serious and diligent about safety.

Danger Katie Hazard! So great to meet you!

Unsafe to Swim (AKA Shark Fin) by Oleg Lobykin from SF Bay Area, CA Unsafe to Swim is an 11′-6″ high shark fin covered by recycled materials like crushed aluminum cans and scrap metal. This artwork is a visual symbol of danger, fear, and hope for tomorrow. It seeks to raise awareness about the human impact on nature and our interconnectedness with our environment. Contact: oleg@lobykin.com

Robot Heart Robot and Radial Sonic Runway

Everywhere I saw this participant just about everywhere. He was making the most of his first burn that’s for sure! Nice!

After meetting this wonderful burner from Paris he said “Thank You For My Life” in with a wonderful french accent. Every time I saw him again around BRC after that I would repeat that phrase back to him with entusiasm. In fact I’d like to say it to anyone reading this, Thank You For My Life!

The Bug Mutant Vehicle Ignition Sequence Burners are amazing. When this mutant vehicle begins to move it has an incredible audio soundtrack playing that sounds like a legit NASA Go/No-Go poll. The sound is incredible and it takes off smoke and all. So fun and so cool! Great job team!

Enjoy The Show I wasn’t able to find the names of the people who made this wonderful movie theatre with rows and seats and popcorn that tasted exactly like movie theatre popcorn. I enjoyed this very much thank you! Great movie too!

Reclamation of a Stolen Heart by Bronze Holbein and Strength in Numbers Collective from Martinez, CA Reclamation of a Stolen Heart will act as a beacon to those who seek peace for their hearts, offering them a place to congregate and inviting them to reflect on their heart’s path toward healing. The 10′ tall heart sculpture will be adorned with various kinds of reclaimed scrap metal that will incorporate different interactive and kinetic features to capture the curiosity of its viewers. A heart-shaped bench will spread out from the sculpture’s base and surround a heart-shaped bonfire pit, allowing guests of the installation to take a moment to rest their weary legs and warm up before venturing off on their next adventure. Various colored LEDs will light the sculpture at night. Contact: roash2024@gmail.com

COQUÍ, a symbol of artist NiNo’s homeland, Puerto Rico, is a charming arboreal frog who sings amid the sounds of the rainforest where he lives. This project will invite our community to explore Coquí’s many attributes, taking a trip inside his enlarged throat, and being fully immersed in his world as he sings. URL: http://www.leaveittonino.com Contact: elninoalicea@gmail.com

Playing Chase This was an adorable moment. This father and son were playing chase and running through a large crowd of burners on bikes and into a clearing. The little boy was running away, dad was playing chase, and I was chasing them like an absolute weirdo to make these pictures. Thankfully dad was ok when I asked if I could make their picture.

Banana for Scale by Caroline Kamm from Brussels, Belgium The banana is used online as a universal measuring stick, to provide a concept of scale when photographing objects. Banana for Scale plays with the disorienting size and contrasting visual cues of Black Rock Desert, by placing a massive inflatable banana on the playa. This enormous banana offers little to no real visual information, and that’s the point! Banana for Scale celebrates the importance of silliness in our lives and work as artists. It also highlights one of the unique challenges of making art for Burning Man: everything looks small in the expanse of the desert. This piece intentionally pokes fun at the conundrum of perspective on the playa, as well as the seemingly arbitrary choice of using a banana to demonstrate scale. URL: https://thebananaforscale.com/ Contact: hello@thebananaforscale.com

Curious Floral Display by Jeff Tangen from Port Townsend, ME A Curious Bouquet is an assemblage of fanciful flowers and foliage constructed out of several different materials, including parts from disassembled machines and recycled materials. The goal is to create fun and interesting objects that make people happy and spark their sense of wonder. Contact: tangenjeff@gmail.com

Forest of Confusion by Forest of Confusion from Denver, CO A group of Colorado Blue Spruce trees, with a central clearing, where participants can wander between the trees. Twenty-five trees make up the grove, and they will be spaced out in a way that obstructs the central clearing from the outside. During the night, the networked trees will light up together in a blue spruce color. The trees will be proximity-sensored, and the participants will have to interact with each tree to unlock a new color pattern. After a set amount of time, the tree color patterns will time out and revert to a solid color. If participants activate every tree before the time runs out on any of them, they will unlock the full forest grove of patterns. URL: https://www.instagram.com/forestofconfusion/

Mokosh Temple by Hania Abramowicz from Warsaw, Poland In Mokosh’s realm, we seek to find, A union of hearts, of like-minded kind. The goddess of life, of earth and of care, Guides our journey, with love to share. In her sacred womb, a temple stands tall, With an empowering center, defying all. A symbol of freedom, of strength and of grace, Inviting expression in this hallowed space. Here, hearts beat in a rhythmic dance, In a spectacle of light, we’re lost in trance. Each pulse, a note in a symphony grand, Uniting us all, hand in hand. As day turns to night, the temple glows, In the heart of Mokosh, our collective heart shows. The beats of life, the soul’s gentle call, In this magical space, we are one and all. In the heart of Mokosh, our spirits soar free, In this temple of wonder, our unity we see.

The Small and the Big I love the small mutant vehicles. They’re so charming. Actually who am I kidding I love all the mutant vehicles of BRC.

A Capsule of Curiosity by GryphonArt Collective from Reno, NV The Creativity Capsule, a collaborative endeavor by the GryphonArt Collective, stands as a testament to innovation and unity. This inflatable marvel, accompanied by student-created Creativity Capsules, serves as both art, sanctuary, and place to contemplate curiosity. Its memorizing presence in Black Rock City invites wanderers to explore its depths, igniting curiosity and sparking connections. Crafted by students, teachers, and parents, it symbolizes the boundless possibilities when art class transcends the classroom.

Dust Devil From Above From up here you can see how the shadow of the top of the Dust Devil (off to the right) disappears as it thins out.

The (Im)possible Dialogue by Jean Collin-Satre, Ben Pitzer, FAFA Camp from Poissy, France and Oakland, CA The installation is a circle of big heads, reminiscent of a blend between Stonehenge and Easter Island. Each head is fixed on an axis and turns 360 degrees. They are likely to be facing different directions, hence having an impossible dialogue. When someone approaches a head, they hear some gibberish or white noise. When the head is turned on its axis, the sound changes, like when you are searching for a certain frequency on a radio tuner. As you turn the heads toward the center of the circle, the sound becomes a clear note. Similarly, the color of the light inside the head changes and becomes brighter. Once the heads are all facing each other, a burst of light arises, as well as a magnificent chord composed by the respective notes of each head. URL: https://www.instagram.com/the.im.possible.dialogue/ Contact: impossibledialogue@gmail.com

Sky Gazing is an aerial canopy of ribbons of colorful fabric moving dramatically with the wind, creating an illusion of a floating, dancing kaleidoscopic cloud hovering magically in the sky. Underneath, the murmuration of vibrant colors is immersive overhead, and breathtaking as it ascends to full height. Unexpectedly, the sound is gentle, like a rushing river. URL: https://www.poetickinetics.com/river-of-light/ Contact: info@poetickinetics.com

Phalange Federation THUMBderdome by Robadasar from Renton, WA The Phalange Federation THUMBderdome is a dystopian space where one can try their hand in combat; well, they can try their thumbs in combat! A small arena where two thumbs enter and one thumb leaves!

Greed by Michael Spraker and Marco Minaya, Night Visions Studio from Capistrano Beach, CA Greed is a twenty first century, larger-than-life winged gargoyle, perched on top of the earth and lording over humanity. Greed depicts the ageless crisis of individuals, institutions, and countries striving for power and control at the expense of humanity and our environment. As the viewer stands in front of this frightening monster, we are faced with multiple mirrors on its chest that reflect, in part, both the problem and the solution to the crisis—us. Our goal is to generate anger at what is happening in our world today, such as oppression, exploitation, predatory violence, institutional greediness, and environmental degradation. Next, to spark introspection and self-reflection about how we contribute to the problem through insatiable consumerism. Contact: tofst2ctch@aol.com

Heave by Michael Christian https://www.michaelchristian.com/portfolio/heave/

#KOKON by Misha Libertee from Yerevan, Armenia and Los Angeles, CA A colossal inflatable baby unicorn stands majestically at Burning Man. #Kokon embodies purity and simplicity, mirroring the direct and focused way children with autism interact with their surroundings. The unicorn, a symbol of grace and uniqueness, celebrates the beauty of seeing the world differently, inviting a deeper appreciation for diverse perspectives. URL: https://libertee.art/kokon Contact: misha@libertee.art

CONFLUIR is the result of different suggestions of contrasts: interior and exterior, appear and camouflage, rigid and malleable, reflect and veil, environment and detail. Its distorted reflections embody the contexts that surround it, including the spectators who inhabit it. By concentrating on its outer and concave side, the protagonist of your mirror is an image more similar to the real one, slightly deforming any information that surrounds it. On their interior and convex faces, the prisms produce an abstract result, fragmenting everything we observe into small parts. Contact: ccastanox@gmail.com

Harmonia by TheWiz Trammell from Portland, OR Chaos and Resonance. Cycles and Epicycles. Movement evokes sound. Forms are implied. An unexpected order arises. Harmonia is a highly interactive spherical sculpture with spokes animated by light in harmonically related motion. Be the artist. Contact: thewiz@sent.com

Sweet Ride Mutant Vehicle Some friends of my contributed to the build of this lovely mutant vehicle. I had hoped to see it again but never saw it again during the burn. Sorry H and T!

Sweet Ride Mutant Vehicle First DMV Sticker Some friends of my contributed to the build of this lovely mutant vehicle. I had hoped to see it again but never saw it again during the burn. Sorry H and T!

A New Mutant Vehicle is Born Some friends of my contributed to the build of this lovely mutant vehicle. I had hoped to see it again but never saw it again during the burn. Sorry H and T!

Lovely Burner It was such a pleasure to see you again. Thank you for your art!

Sky Gazing (build) by Patrick Shearn Poetic Kinetics Studio from Colorado Springs, CO Sky Gazing is an aerial canopy of ribbons of colorful fabric moving dramatically with the wind, creating an illusion of a floating, dancing kaleidoscopic cloud hovering magically in the sky. Underneath, the murmuration of vibrant colors is immersive overhead, and breathtaking as it ascends to full height. Unexpectedly, the sound is gentle, like a rushing river. URL: https://www.poetickinetics.com/river-of-light/ Contact: info@poetickinetics.com

The Actual Robot Heart Lineup In the lead up to Burning Man 2024 a controversial call was made to encourage large sound camps to publicly announce who would be playing. Some say this was to encourage people to buy more tickets since the event did not sell out. Some camps followed the directive and posted who would be playing. Robot Heart posted their lineup but in a cryptic hangman puzzle which was mostly blank. This was a fun joke and a little poke at the org. So it was quite funny when I just happened to be on the spot when they actually filled out their real lineup on the playa. You can see the aforementioned cryptic “lineup” at the link below. Props to Gary and Ben! https://www.instagram.com/p/C-szfs4vRwc/

Burning Man Is Hilarious One of the most misunderstood parts of Burning Man culture is how funny it is. The culture makes fun of itself and authority figures in good spirit. For context Marian is the CEO of this whole thing and some random staff were wearing these pins around. I have it on good authority that the person who made the pins didn’t give one to Marian but Marian emerged wearing one the first time the pin maker saw Marian. Nicely done Marian!

Temple Builder Campmates My campmates help build the temple each year. They are badasses and also make a fine paella.

Lovely Burner I think the way she wound her hair into her crown is amazing. Great look!

Burning Man 2024 Man Base “The Other” by Jen Lewin and the Man Base Crew The Other features eight gracefully curved, canyon-shaped tentacles that wind as stairways and ramps, each leading to an upper and lower vantage point. Moving around the work, participants can gaze outward and inward, viewing The Man, The City, and each other. Jen Lewin — @jenlewinstudio jenlewinstudio.com https://journal.burningman.org/2024/03/burning-man-arts/brc-art/announcing-the-2024-man-pavilion/

Polychroma (build week) by In Theory Art Collective from Huntsville, UT Polychroma is an iridescent LED rainbow with interactive cloud pillars and relaxing benches. Citizens of BRC can lay awash in the beauty of the full-color spectra here and belly flop into the concept of ‘polychromatism,’ which is an expansive, subversive, heterogeneous way of thinking, being, understanding, and relating to others that cultivates beauty, diversity, strength, fulfillment, justice, and planetary health. It is set in contrast to ‘monochromatism,’ a limiting, black-and-white, homogenous, conventional way of thinking, being, understanding, and relating to others that leads to domination, weakness, boredom, injustice, and social, personal, and ecological disease. Contact: emily.nicolosi@gmail.com

Unicorn Dune The Man and Man Pavilion were entirely powered by a 34kW / 124kWh portable solar plus energy storage prototype (the “Unicorn”) designed and built by Burning Man Project. https://burningman.org/about/about-us/sustainability/

Down the Rabbit Hole by Darrell Ansted and Katie D’Arcangelo from Boulder, CO (build week) Down the Rabbit Hole is a 10′ tunnel of steel rings, each 8 feet in diameter, aglow with LED lights leading to a 10-foot tall, polygon-faceted rabbit of reflective stainless steel on a LED interactive floor, dancing to the rhythm of sounds. The installation is a beacon of invitation, reflection, and chromatic bursts. The metaphorical “Down the Rabbit Hole” invites a journey into the unknown, igniting curiosity and discovery, urging them to shed the constraints of time and societal norms to embrace the joy, play, and wonder of exploration. It’s a celebration of art’s transformative power, uniting people in wonder and play. URL: http://www.downtherabbitholeagain.com Contact: darrellansted@gmail.com https://burningman.org/event/2024-art-installations/?yyyy=&artType=&support_project=0#a2IVI000000G2PF2A0

The Speed of the Earth by Kevin Kelly and David Rumsey from San Francisco, CA (build) The streaking visualization of the Earth’s rotation will be visible from any angle on the playa. However, the ideal angle for maximum effect is neither head-on nor perpendicular, but viewed at an oblique angle. The location of Speed of the Earth will therefore run from the trash fence directly towards the Temple (see map) at an oblique angle to the main city. This light course will span just 800 feet shy of a mile. Each run will last 4.5 seconds, and will recycle every 15 seconds. The virtual speed of the streaking lights will be 784 mph. The placement of the lights will enable this phenomenon to be seen almost anywhere along the esplanade, or in the outer and deep playa. URL: https://kk.org/ Contact: kk@kk.org https://burningman.org/event/2024-art-installations/?yyyy=&artType=&support_project=0#a2IVI000000Dov32AC

The World Reimagined by Project Aikido x The World Reimagined from London, UK Eight globes measure 5.5 feet tall and 4.6 feet in diameter. Each globe has been individually curated by a different artist and embodies The World Reimagined themes of: Mother Africa; The Reality of Being Enslaved; Stolen Legacy: The Rebirth of a Nation; Abolition & Emancipation; A Complex Triangle; Echoes in the Present; Still We Rise; Expanding Soul; Reimagine the Future; and Community. The World Reimagined is built on the belief in the transformative power of art: to inspire, to move, and to open our imagination to new possibilities. Project Aikido was created to showcase all aspects of African culture, creativity, and technical skills of the underrepresented, both on the continent and in the Diaspora. URL: https://www.projectaikido.com/

Rushmore by Mr and Mrs Ferguson Art from Alameda, CA Here are North America’s top animal predators presented in poses similar to the Mount Rushmore carvings of four famed United States presidents. For our animal carvings, we will employ using coins in concrete to create the color and dimension of fur. The effect has the charm of being tactile and durable for many to enjoy. When the participant first sees this project they likely will see the Mount Rushmore comparison. Mount Rushmore’s reputation is an impressive tribute to the U.S. presidents who formed this nation; and in being that they are cut from stone, only makes their legacy seem indelible. Our substitution with predators should also create that legacy impression. URL: https://www.mr-and-mrs-ferguson.com/rushmore Contact: us@mr-and-mrs-ferguson.com https://burningman.org/event/2024-art-installations/?yyyy=&artType=&support_project=0#a2IVI000000EnvJ2AS

Tall Tails by Clinton Lesh from Bozeman, MT This Jackalope, standing at 10 feet tall, is your imagination come to life. Tall Tails is made from many individual hairs of stainless steel, heat treated to color the hare in iridescent golds, blues and purples and sculpted in a running position to add dynamics and movement. Artist Clinton Lesh is thrilled to share this mythical project paired with the western flair that is inspired by his childhood and upbringing in rural Montana. URL: https://www.clintonleshsculptures.com/ Contact: clintonjesselesh@gmail.com

Rhinoceros by Barry Crawford A mechanically-styled rhinoceros made from found objects and new steel. It has multiple manual parts for participants to enjoy. Contact: barrycrawfordart@gmail.com

Temple of Together (build week) by Caroline Ghosn and Temple Crew The Temple of Together is about the light that emerges when we come together with all parts of ourselves and with the oneness we share with every other living being. In this time of global challenge and conflict, she invites each of us to unfurl under her protection and be seen, loved, and inspired. URL: http://www.2024temple.com Contact: volunteer@2024temple.com

Build Week Notice the build attire of these pros. Sun protection, eye protection, mask, radio, chapstick at the ready! They are ready to build and for what comes. They even have labels on their clothes and tools. I have removed the labels in this photo so as not to doxx them. I wasn’t sure if they wanted their names out there… These folks were kind setting up lights to demark internal roads and paths for the epic AEZ.

Spiral of Secrets by Oz Wilcox from Richland, WA SOS consists of four spiraling hallways that converge into a central atrium. The atrium holds a large cocoon, which houses a small kiosk where new secrets may be submitted. The piece will present old secrets via diorama peepholes, printed booklets, and sound collages. Old secret cards will be presented as paper mache attachments flanking the atrium and the entrances. The cocoon also hides a steel helix-shaped sculpture that will be revealed during our OF1 burn. The walls will be painted in abstract swirling spiral-galaxy style, at the direction of muralist CaroCaro. The layout of the piece is designed to create a giant fire vortex when burned, using the passageways as air channels. Contact: crazysafeart@gmail.com

Art 20 – Years by Denny Smith “Dragnet” from Manhattan Beach, CA Twenty years on the playa for BlinkingManCamp97. This year’s project is #13 on the deep playa trash fence. Art 20 – Years will have about 70 tennis rackets with unique, repurposed and recycled folk art pieces attached to them. Many will have art from contributors ranging in ages from 6 to 80’s. Each piece windgineered to produce no MOOP! Your ride along the fence will be more fun than a barrel of playa chickens. More fun than Eggs Bar – well a close second. But you will definitely be smiling and enjoy the efforts of many different artists. And of course the usual yard sale and thrift store gems given a new life in the sun wind and dust (maybe a bit of rain too). Art 20 at the trash fence – It’s not just for breakfast any more! Contact: dragnetart@gmail.com

The Trash Fence This was Aug 23and the fence was already doing it’s job.

Mercurialosity by Michael Emery from Santa Cruz, CA “Picture yourself in a boat on a river”, or a bicycle on a dry lakebed, laughing and playing as you cantor around the Black Rock Playa. Look over there! Something shiny! Approach it! We dare you. As you get closer you will notice the shiny thing gets very intricate, a steel onion dome shape with a fractal pattern cut into it, creating a 3-dimensional steel doily. Come in closer, it’s talking to you. What is it saying? Where is it leading you? “Turn off your mind, relax and float downstream.” Contact: miko111@comcast.net https://burningman.org/event/2024-art-installations/?yyyy=&artType=&support_project=0#a2IVI000000CPFZ2A4

Always a pleasure to see you out there shooting!

Big Spinning Wheels by PDA from Roxbury, NY Prepare to embark on a journey of contemplation and creativity with Big Spinning Wheels. More than mere sculptures, BSW stands as a beacon of meditative art, meticulously crafted to ignite inspiration and evoke introspection. Nestled at the bounds of BRC and the limits of reality, BSW offers a sanctuary for thought and reflection amidst the cacophony of the desert. Here, at the edge of the known and the unknown, BSW invites participants to explore the depths of their imagination and the vast expanse of their inner landscape. But what exactly is BSW, you ask? Well, that’s the beauty of it—open to interpretation, these magnificent creations defy categorization. After all, beauty lies in the eye of the beholder. Patience is a virtue. PDA URL: https://pdabk.com/ Contact: pdawoodwork@gmail.com

Coney McConeface: The Life and Death of a Traffic Cone (build week) by Chris “Kiwi” Hankins, ConeCophony Collective from Dargaville, New Zealand and Reno, NV Coney McConeface is a larger than life traffic cone. At 60 feet tall he will tower over the playa. He is painted in bright safety orange and reflective silver bands. He has steam rising around and through him. This steam is coming from a crack in the playa caused from geothermal activity deep below the surface. Coney has been built on top of this geothermal activity to project the citizens of Black Rock City from falling into the cavity and and being injured or burnt. Coney is a symbol of safety and protection, an image we all very familiar with in our day to day lives…traffic cones are everywhere… URL: https://www.conecophony.com/

Spyntonia by Love Growing from: San Jose, CA In this installation, individuals are depicted as sparks within swirling tornadoes of light, each following the unpredictable paths of life. These sparks meet and part within their luminous tempests, creating a dance of connection and separation. From afar, this chaotic dance merges into a stunning vista, reflecting the beauty in life’s transience and the ephemeral nature of human connections. It is a visual ode to the delicate balance between chaos and harmony, inviting contemplation on the fleeting moments that unite us all.

METAHEART (build week) by Johnny Crash from Marshall, NC METAHEART is mirror-clad, three dimensional sculpture that rises 23′ from the ground, reflecting the love and energy of the community. Three arching stainless steel arms form a heart motif, and at it’s center hangs a rotating structure in the ancient geometric shape of a Metatron’s cube. METAHEART invites the viewer to reflect on and expand beyond the confines of their heart. By looking inward, we see beyond ourselves and our perceived constraints to connection. The piece symbolizes the discovery of love, for the self and others, in every axis and plane, across time, space and infinity. Contact: heyjohnnycrash@gmail.com

Radial Sonic Runway (build week) by The Runway Crew from: Berkeley, CA The Runway Crew is back! The Radial Sonic Runway visualizes sound waves rippling across the desert. Twenty-five gates with LED spokes form a corridor stretching out into the open playa, through which participants can walk or bike. A microphone at one end triggers patterns of light that ripple out at the speed of sound. The original Sonic Runway, in 2003, was one-dimensional – a streak of strobe lights triggered by each bass thump. In 2016, we added another dimension – each gate was illuminated with a string of LEDs, allowing for complex patterns representing different frequencies. With this new piece, audio waves can truly reshape the space itself. As it picks up sound and music, the Radial Sonic Runway twists, pulses, and ripples to life! URL: https://www.sonicrunway.com/ Contact: sonicrunway@gmail.com

Lost in Thought by Matthew Schultz from Somewhere sunny with a workshop and some water Lost in Thought is a life-sized sculpture of a person meditating, with the layers of self splitting away like the leaves of a lotus flower to reveal a skeleton in repose. Lost in Thought is a simple project inspired by the challenging conditions from Burning Man 2022 and Burning Man 2023 and the feelings that I struggled with while trying to find joy in suffering. Lost in Thought is made of blown playa dust sculpted onto a simple recycled metal frame and is meant to decay into just the skeletal frame underneath as the week goes by. Contact: mrschultz@gmail.com

Glimmer by Iron Monkeys from Seattle, WA Glimmer is a grand crown made of steel vines, vibrant resin and steel flowers, and colorful gems. Inside the crown a fire pit and benches invite people to pause, observe, and consider the reality around them. At night gems will glow and points of the crown will ignite, creating a spectacle of light and heat. URL: https://www.ironmonkeyarts.org/glimmer-2024.html Contact: info@ironmonkeyarts.org

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Build Week Microcosm If there was a microcosm of build week it would be this. Everything is sort of frantic and a mess. Everyone is pulling you in different directions. You need to build your camp, build your art, and somehow also remember to piss clear.

Solar Panels on Wheels If anyone sees this and knows what this is please tell me. I’m curious about why they have wheels and what this array is used for.

Teamwork Makes The Dream Work Some of my campmates and great photographers and filmmakers. I’m pretty sure I almost never saw them again after this as we were all busy shooting so much. Great job out there guys!

Wonderful Campmates picking up staff credentials and all the things at the Box Office

I find it quite fitting that the very first photo I shot on this go round was this lovely burner giving an impromptu salute. She didn’t know this was going to be the last image of the year and also the first. “Oh hey it’s you” etc etc Mark Day style. Thank you! Time is a circle etc etc. Thank you THANK YOU ALL. Much love.

THANK YOU

Special thanks to Dorothy, James, and Nina for your support!

Additionally, shoutout and thank you to: Jamen Percy and Chriselle, Scott London, QuickDraw, Jazzy, Balthazar, Mama Bear, Benoit, Cathy, Mattias, Hot Rod, Manon, Xavier, Nate, Gary, Drew, Vanessa, Milne CC Pocock, Harold, Tracey, Marian, Leslie, Dominique, Gabe, Crimson Rose, DA/Resto Crew, the Doc Team, Michael F, Michael V, Stewart, Media Mecca Gang, David, Sam, Prescott, and Strombo. Thank you all for your support!

See you next year. Remember, next year was better!

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