OBJECTIVE

The Empire Fire Collective (EFC) represents New York, spinning fire every year at Black Rock City on the night the man burns. EFC asked for a video memento of the routine they rehearsed over the course of 2013.

PUTTING THE PUZZLE TOGETHER

Attending rehearsals in NYC and upstate, I learned the choreography in order to position myself for the best moments during the one-time-only performance.

Burning Man requires all gear and shooting plans to be pre-registered and approved. Press and Media must adhere to a set of guidelines that ensures the safety and privacy of BRC citizens as well as decommodification fo the end product.

FINAL PRODUCT

It was quite fulfilling to volunteer video documentation of a Burning Man performance. The entire event would not be possible without the creative expressions, participation and selfless contributions of the attendees. I also learned how to keep my camera and lenses safe from dust storms - the secret is zip-lock bags.