Overview
Penumbra (Burning Man, 2024) was a striking geometric presence in the desert landscape. During daylight, it stood as a wooden monolith, its skeletal form inviting exploration. As the sun set, it underwent a mesmerizing transformation. The central light within the tower became a beacon, casting dynamic shadows upon the desert floor, creating a poetic dance of light and dark. Participants were called to the top of the tower 16′ in the air, where they found themselves face to face in conversation as if around a camp fire. They were able to control the position of the light with a wheel, making it an ever-evolving spectacle that beckoned all to engage, climb, sit, and converse.
Penumbra was supported in part by a grant from Burning Man Project.
