Burning Man Festival - July 30, 2024
The JRS: The Awe-invoking Impact of Art
The Jackrabbit Speaks by Burning Man Project | V28:#21 ...
| No images? Click here  Volume 28, Issue #21 | July 30, 2024   Burning Man, in all its curious complexity, is many things at once. It's Black Rock City. It's a global cultural movement supported by a year-round nonprofit. And it's YOU, dear human, reading these words at this very moment.   How Burning Man Emboldens Artists from Black Rock City to the World  Burning Man inspires people to explore and create art. The ripples of impact often extend well beyond artists’ creative endeavors. Many Burners who become artists are now teachers and leaders who install their awe-inspiring work well beyond Burning Man’s ephemeral events and cities, in permanent communities around the world. These works reach people who may never have heard of Burning Man, opening minds to new creative vistas. Meet three fascinating artists — Valerie Mallory, NiNo Alicea and Jen Lewin — whose creative journeys took them from Black Rock City to the world. Read "How Burning Man Emboldens Artists" (Photo by Stephane Lanoux)  Does Your Art Party Have a Philosophy? Does it Need a Philosophy?  In this thoughtful two-part series in the Burning Man Journal, Caveat Magister unpacks what he considers Burning Man's approach to philosophy. Then he asks why a philosophy is necessary for Black Rock City and the Burning Man global cultural movement, versus say, a music festival or birthday party. No spoilers here. Read on for answers to this juicy question, and more.
Art: “The Only Other Thing Is Nothing” by Midabi, 2022 (Photo by Ranny Víquez)   Support Burning Man Project's Year-round Work Sparking Creativity  I didn't live until I made art. Burning Man unlocked a door that I never even thought existed in me, or I knew existed, but never dared to open. It was open at Burning Man, and not only protected, but loved and promoted. Art that begins in Black Rock City continues to impact and inspire communities around the world. Burning Man Project is the nonprofit in service to this wildly creative global cultural movement. Since 2014, we’ve given $11 million in Black Rock City Honoraria grants, which help emerging and established artists build and bring their work to the playa. By making a tax-deductible donation to Burning Man Project, you help us ensure the future of Black Rock City, support artists and spark innovation, and bring about a more connected, creative world. Thank you for your generosity. Art: "Mona" by Miao He, 2023 (Photo by Mark Nixon)   Embark on an Art Safari with the Burning Man Art in the World Map  If you live in Northern Nevada, New Mexico, the Bay Area, Baja California, OR if you're journeying through these regions on your way to Black Rock City soon, you can start your art safari right meow. The Recent Burning Man Art in the World map shows you exactly where to find many artworks that have recently been installed in Reno, San Francisco and other locales. Art: "Bee Dance" by Andrea Greenlees, Andy Tibbetts, and Josh Haywood, 2019 (Photo courtesy of J Resorts)   Meet the Artists Who Will Animate the BRC 2024 Man Pavilion  Inspired by Black Rock City's 2024 theme, Black Rock City’s Man Pavilion serves as the foundation upon which the Man will rise. “The Other,” designed by Jen Lewin, nests curious chambers beneath its tentacles. This year, six artists — Julia Nelson-Gal, Hind Baghdadi, Matt Elson, Michael Garlington, Benjamin Langholz and NiNo Alicea — are creating whimsical experiences to animate each chamber. Learn a little about their journeys and inspiration in this Instagram post. Art: "Infinity Boxes" by Matt Elson, 2018 (Photo by Eleanor Preger)  Listen to "The Art of the Curious" on the Burning Man Live Podcast  We are weeks away from supporting 400 amazing art pieces as they rise from the dust and take form in the desert. Are you ready for the next wave of art installations, born from months of planning and the collaborative efforts of diverse artists and creatives? In this recent episode of the Burning Man Live podcast, Katie Hazard, Director of Burning Man Project’s Art department, speaks with some of the artists whose work will grace the playa.   Burner Gear Giveback Program — Reno — August 30 to September 9  Where: Leave gear at the Burner Express drop-off at Reno-Tahoe International Airport, Air Cargo Building, 1500 Terminal Way, Reno, Nevada The Burner Gear Giveback is a Burner-supported camping gear drive aimed at Black Rock City participants who would otherwise be throwing away camping gear. All donations will be cleaned and distributed to unhoused people and families living in Reno during winter. Donations Accepted: tents (in usable condition, with all parts), sleeping bags, shade cloth, tarps. bike wagons, hygiene items (must be unopened/unused), unopened shelf-stable snacks, first aid supplies. (Photo by Susan Becker)  Join Black Rock City's Census Team  Black Rock City Census is looking for volunteers! BRC Census is a collaborative research project with the goal of learning more about the participants who make up Black Rock City. They conduct a random sample of Burners entering the event, then collect online survey responses after the Burn.
(Photo by Jeremy D'Arcy)  Sign Up for BLAST Camp Sustainability Accreditation by July 31  BLAST (Burner Leadership Achieving Sustainable Theme Camps) gives camps a sustainability score based on how they utilize power, water, waste, shelter, food and transportation. Ready to step up your sustainability game? Sign up for BLAST and designate a Sustainability Lead for your camp. Questions? Email [email protected].  BIPOC Beats Collective Seeks Sound Artists and Theme Camps  The BIPOC Beats Collective want to work with you to fulfill the radically inclusive mission of bringing a more diverse sound to Burning Man and beyond. Spearheaded by a group of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), they're continuing their work connecting theme camps with BIPOC DJs, producers and musicians searching for opportunities to share their musical talents. They're also gathering BIPOC sound artists on playa. Questions? Email [email protected].
(Photo by Eleanor Preger)  Submit Photos & Videos of Lost Loved Ones to the Gallery Tower  You are invited to submit photos and videos of lost loved ones to the Legacy Project. On Sunday, September 1, from 11pm to 2am, they will be projected on the five-story Gallery Tower, located at 9:30 and Esplanade, providing an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate, grieve and release.   We were listening to... Everybody Breaks the Line, the 2020 Album from Télépopmusik | Listen on Spotify   Burning Man Facebook Page   Post Request: Credits: More Information: Previous Editions of the Jackrabbit Speaks: Subscribe & Unsubscribe:    You are receiving this because of your interest in and support of Burning Man Project. Burning Man Project • 660 Alabama St. San Francisco, CA 94110 • 415-865-3800 |
